Backblaze B2 vs IDrive: which Cloud storage wins in 2026?
We tested Backblaze B2 and IDrive head-to-head on every criterion in our cloud storage methodology. Here's the verdict.
Verdict
Backblaze B2 wins overall
Based on 5 cloud storage criteria: Backblaze B2 wins 1, IDrive wins 0, 4 tied.
Backblaze B2
Winner1
criteria won
IDrive
0
criteria won
Feature-by-feature
| Criterion | Backblaze B2 | IDrive | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Effective $/TB/mo | 6 | 1.66 | Backblaze B2 |
| E2E by default? | No (server-side only) | Optional (private key mode) | — |
| Open-source client | No | No | — |
| Jurisdiction | USA (5 Eyes) | USA (5 Eyes) | — |
| Free tier (GB) | 10 | 10 | — |
Total cost of ownership
| Horizon | Backblaze B2 | IDrive | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | $144 | $70 | IDrive |
| 36 months | $432 | $209 | IDrive |
| 120 months | $1,440 | $696 | IDrive |