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Google Drive alternatives

Users consider alternatives to Google Drive due to issues with storage, recent updates that complicate file management, and persistent AI interruptions. While some find it easy to use for uploading, others struggle with navigation and core functionalities.

Why users look for alternatives to Google Drive

The alternatives

Google Maps
4.7★ · 7,268,741 ratings · Free

Google Maps is a navigation tool that provides directions and helps users find locations. It is praised for its ability to help people find businesses and for local experiences.

Better for: Google Maps is better for users who need reliable navigation and local search, especially for finding businesses, services, or places with good reviews R52R55R58R61. It's useful for those who appreciate detailed local information and recommendations.

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Google
4.6★ · 4,802,433 ratings · Free

The Google app serves as a general search engine and information hub, helping users understand things and find information for tasks like essays. It also offers AI features, though these are sometimes met with mixed reactions.

Better for: The Google app is better for users who primarily need a powerful search engine to find information, understand concepts, or assist with academic work R66R76R78. It's also suitable for those who appreciate AI assistance, provided they don't mind potential interruptions R68.

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Google Chrome
4.7★ · 3,649,938 ratings · Free

Google Chrome is a web browser known for being user-friendly. Recent updates have introduced AI features like Gemini and changes to tab management.

Better for: Google Chrome is better for users who need a generally user-friendly web browser R89. It's suitable for those who are open to new AI integrations like Gemini, or who are accustomed to its tab management system R85R88.

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Google Docs
4.8★ · 3,150,351 ratings · Free

Google Docs is a word processing application that allows users to write, edit, and manage documents. It is praised for its accessibility and free features, though some users find the mobile app limited compared to the desktop version.

Better for: Google Docs is better for users who need a free, accessible, and easy-to-navigate word processor for writing reports, letters, or essays R94R97R103R105. It's particularly good for those who value collaboration and cloud-based document creation.

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Gmail
4.7★ · 2,421,667 ratings · Free

Gmail is an email service that helps users stay in touch and manage communications. It is appreciated for its usefulness in daily life and for emailing teachers, though some users report issues with spam and recent updates.

Better for: Gmail is better for users who need a reliable email service for daily communication, whether for personal use or for emailing contacts like teachers R108R111R120. It suits those who value a widely accessible and generally useful email platform.

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Stick with Google Drive if

You should stick with Google Drive if you find its user experience super easy and appreciate its convenience for organizing and uploading content, especially for tasks like transferring VR photos to your phone . It's also suitable if you find it a helpful tool for daily life and business .

Evidence note: No alternative had too-thin evidence.

Frequently asked

Why is Google Drive asking for a Google One signup?
Users report that the backup link in Google Drive is broken and redirects them to a Google One signup page without explanation or an exit option R10.
Can I easily move files between folders in Google Drive?
Recent updates have made it difficult to move files between folders, with users reporting that the option is no longer easily accessible and requires multiple new steps R1R30.
Does Google Drive have enough storage?
Many users complain that Google Drive has very low storage and that the app itself is bloating, taking up nearly half a gigabyte R13R22.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Google Drive 1/5 · US Update sucks: I hate this update. It makes my job infinitely harder. When I get receipts from employees I need to move them to another folder once they are recorded and there is no way to do that now without multiple new steps. Please put the option to move files back where it was.
  2. [R30] Google Drive 3/5 · GB Limited: It’s okay, but I don’t seem to be able to transfer photos from one folder to another, despite being able to upload photos from outside this app.
  3. [R7] Google Drive 2/5 · US Constant AI assistant interruption: I don’t want the constant AI assistant pop up that interrupts my work and takes up half the screen. I have to X out or say no thanks constantly. I do not need AI to summarize a document I am clearly able to see and read myself. Also, why is it that now when I open a PDF, all of the background workspace is visible and the X and next buttons are clear bubbles I ca
  4. [R34] Google Drive 1/5 · US Summarize this file: Get rid of it. How annoying on each and every file. Ridiculous.
  5. [R43] Google Drive 1/5 · US Please remove gemini: Hi google, I clicked no thanks for gemini, but I keep getting pop- ups on every single image asking me if I want to summarize this file. I don’t, ever. Please remove every pop-up and hide the gemini icon from the main view because now I associate that sparkle icon with the aggravating pop-ups
  6. [R13] Google Drive 1/5 · US It has so less storage: It really does have really low storage
  7. [R22] Google Drive 1/5 · US Nearly HALF a GIGABYTE and bloating… 🚨🚨: Just one of many self-inflicted Google apps that have no regard for end-users’ storage and bandwidth limitations. 420.4 megabytes and growing… Uninstall. Divest from Google.
  8. [R28] Google Drive 1/5 · US Cannot erase once downloaded! Takes space!: Does not have an “erase” button or “I dont want that file anymore”. All files I have are NOT IN USE, and it is impossible to delete them. Will keep looking!
  9. [R49] Google Drive 1/5 · US I can’t delete files I don’t need anymore: Annoying
  10. [R10] Google Drive 1/5 · US Backup broken: The backup link is broken. All it does is present another login screen, and then immediately directs you to a signup page for Google One with no explanation and no exit.
  11. [R18] Google Drive 3/5 · GB Won’t let me download: It works pretty great, I’ve used it for my YouTube videos! However, the thing is I accidentally uninstalled it and it won’t let me download it.
  12. [R19] Google Drive 1/5 · US Can’t watch: Can’t even watch what I uploaded. Completely sucks
  13. [R21] Google Drive 3/5 · GB Update needed: You cannot open folders in other apps, I hope they add this option then it’s 5 stars
  14. [R6] Google Drive 3/5 · US App: Interface is a bit laggy and doesn’t have legend have drive viewers.
  15. [R12] Google Drive 3/5 · US Jason plat: 3.53.5 I think it’s a pretty good platform. I think that it should be more user-friendly, especially for the elderly or the older generation who new to Tech sometimes I see my grandfather have to struggle and some of my patients and I wish there was a better platform or a walk-through to help them. there’s a few quick ideas that I have that would help them that I have tried to implemen
  16. [R15] Google Drive 3/5 · US Hard to navigate: I have a hard time sharing files with this app.
  17. [R25] Google Drive 2/5 · US Could be a lot better: The time spent redesigning the app icons could have been better utilized making Google drive more functional. With the resources and talent Google has this app and any other Google app should be seamless, easy to use, and intuitive. Google drive is not those things. It gets stuck when you try to upload several files at once. The folder organization is a mess, the layout is s
  18. [R52] Google Maps 5/5 · US Superb Bartender: Came in for a quick bite and drink. Sat at the bar where Oowauwe the bartender treated me like family. She gave a beautiful and concise rundown of the menu and drinks. After asking me what kind of cocktail I enjoy she crafted a delicious tropical Rum punch for me. It was beautiful and tasted even better. I ordered the gumbo dumplings and Brussels and I was not disappointed.
  19. [R55] Google Maps 5/5 · US BEST HANDMADE ICE CREAM IN FLORIDA: BEST HANDMADE ICE CREAM IN FLORIDA 💕💕Also they have the best Matchas!!
  20. [R58] Google Maps 5/5 · US Gran experiencia: Tuve una muy buena experiencia en esta agencia, el trato fue excepcional sobre todo por parte de Fer Reyes, muchas gracias por la paciencia y por explicarnos cuáles podrían ser nuestras mejores opciones de compra.
  21. [R61] Google Maps 5/5 · US Cape Coral body and foot massage: Owen and Wendy were excellent during our first visit yesterday. We were given a gift certificate for a couple’s massage and we’re not disappointed We will return
  22. [R66] Google 5/5 · US Helpful!: It helps us understand things
  23. [R68] Google 5/5 · US My friend google ai: It’s so kind and nice
  24. [R76] Google 5/5 · US YEAHHHH: Google helped me with so many essays it’s a true lifesaver
  25. [R78] Google 5/5 · US Es muy buena: Se en cuentra todo
  26. [R85] Google Chrome 1/5 · US New Update: This new update is infuriating. I don’t want Gemini at the bottom of my page, or anywhere near me. I don’t want the search and tabs bars to be disjointed. The fact we cannot return Chrome to how it was before the update, or remove Gemini from our bar!, is awful. Please give us the option to return back to the previous version of Chrome.
  27. [R88] Google Chrome 2/5 · US Too much AI: I am sick of AI trying to guess what I’m thinking all the time. It tries to correct my technical word spellings (incorrectly of course) of course). Or suggests words that pop up and have no relevance and interrupts my train of thought that wastes my time. I feel like it’s gathering information from me so that it can “learn” but I don’t feel it’s my responsibility to be a teacher to t
  28. [R89] Google Chrome 5/5 · US I like it: It seems to be user friendly.
  29. [R94] Google Docs 5/5 · US Google Docs: I absolutely LOVE Google Docs. I am 65 y/o and the accessibility & ease in which to navigate makes it perfect for me. Anyone can use it without computer intimidation! I am able to write up report’s, letters, etc. with confidence. I can export, track numbers of words, enhance & highlight and so on. Just a great asset to me‼️‼️
  30. [R97] Google Docs 5/5 · US Great if you get used to it: The fact that it lets you do everything for free is amazing! Now that being said, you need to be careful with the spacing and how to access certain editing It doesn’t necessarily makes it easy from using your phone but if you look it up on YouTube and just spend some time using it, you will learn The other thing is it doesn’t necessarily save your settings so you need
  31. [R103] Google Docs 4/5 · US What’s Up Docs: Google docs has been a godsend. It has helped me deliver some powerful thesis, essays, and wordplay recently. Thank you Google!
  32. [R105] Google Docs 5/5 · US Great: Great
  33. [R108] Gmail 5/5 · US I love this app: I love this app
  34. [R111] Gmail 5/5 · US A review by James Mitchell: Gmail and Google are first class! Keeps you in touch with the world. Always accessible and accurate. POSITIVE YES!!
  35. [R120] Gmail 5/5 · US I love this this: The app is so useful for me to use when I want to email my teachers

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store