IDrive vs MEGA: which Cloud storage wins in 2026?
We tested IDrive and MEGA head-to-head on every criterion in our cloud storage methodology. Here's the verdict.
Verdict
MEGA wins overall
Based on 5 cloud storage criteria: IDrive wins 0, MEGA wins 3, 2 tied.
IDrive
0
criteria won
MEGA
Winner3
criteria won
Feature-by-feature
| Criterion | IDrive | MEGA | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Effective $/TB/mo | 1.66 | 5.42 | MEGA |
| E2E by default? | Optional (private key mode) | Default | — |
| Open-source client | No | Yes | MEGA |
| Jurisdiction | USA (5 Eyes) | New Zealand (5 Eyes) | — |
| Free tier (GB) | 10 | 20 | MEGA |
Total cost of ownership
| Horizon | IDrive | MEGA | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | $70 | $130 | IDrive |
| 36 months | $209 | $390 | IDrive |
| 120 months | $696 | $1,300 | IDrive |