The cheapest cloud storage in 2026
By Matteo Vigliante · Updated 23 May 2026 · 2 min read
The lowest monthly prices come from value providers and annual billing. The cheapest option over the long run is almost always a lifetime plan. pCloud and Internxt sell one-time storage that pays for itself against a subscription in about three years. The table below ranks every tracked provider by real monthly-equivalent cost.
Comparing cloud storage prices is harder than it should be, because providers quote monthly, annual, and one-time prices side by side. The fair way to compare is monthly-equivalent cost: annual and lifetime prices reduced to what they actually come to per month.
Month to month, value providers undercut the big names. 1 to 2 TB often costs noticeably less than Google or Dropbox charge. Just paying annually instead of monthly usually saves 15 to 20 percent with the same provider.
Key numbers: Cheapest 2 TB is Blomp at €2.74/mo. Biggest free tier is Blomp at 40 GB. Highest rated is FolderFort at 4.5 / 5.
If you're sure you'll stay with a provider for years, a lifetime plan is the cheapest route by a wide margin. pCloud and Internxt both sell one-time storage, and after three years or so there's no recurring fee at all. The risk is the provider folding, so a lifetime plan is only a bargain if the company lasts. The table ranks current prices by monthly-equivalent cost so the comparison stays honest.
Every provider, ranked by monthly-equivalent price
Frequently asked
Is annual billing cheaper than monthly?
Almost always. The same plan billed yearly usually costs 15 to 20 percent less than paying month to month.
Are lifetime cloud storage plans a good deal?
Over three years or more, yes. There's no recurring fee, so they undercut any subscription. The catch is trust, since you're betting the provider stays in business. pCloud and Internxt are the most established names offering them.
What is the cheapest way to get 2 TB?
A lifetime 2 TB plan if you'll keep it for years. Otherwise the cheapest annual plan among the value providers. The live table on this page ranks current prices.
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Apple charges €0.99/mo for 50 GB, €2.99/mo for 200 GB, and €9.99/mo for 2 TB on iCloud+. That's fair if you live in Apple's ecosystem. If you just need space and not Apple's services, providers like pCloud, Internxt, and Icedrive sell 2 TB for less, and their lifetime plans pay for themselves in about three years.
Is Google One worth it in 2026?
Google One is worth it if your photos, email, and files already live in Google's apps. The 2 TB plan is priced competitively and includes a VPN and family sharing. If you don't lean on Gmail or Google Photos, you can usually get the same storage cheaper from pCloud or Internxt, and with better privacy.
pCloud vs Google One: which should you pick?
Pick Google One if you live in Gmail and Google Photos. It's the smoother everyday experience and the family sharing is generous. Pick pCloud if you want a one-time lifetime price, the option of zero-knowledge encryption, and a Swiss company instead of a US one.
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