iCloud storage full? What it really costs to fix
By Matteo Vigliante · Updated 23 May 2026 · 2 min read
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.
iCloud+ pricing is the same worldwide and tied to your Apple ID. The 50 GB tier covers basic phone backups for most people. 200 GB suits a family. 2 TB is really for heavy camera use and 4K video.
Here's the catch. iCloud is only worth it if you actually use the Apple services bundled with it, like Hide My Email, Private Relay, and custom email domains. If all you want is storage, you can buy it elsewhere for the same price or less.
Key numbers: Cheapest 2 TB is Blomp at €2.74/mo. Biggest free tier is Blomp at 40 GB. Highest rated is OpenDrive at 4.4 / 5.
If your household runs entirely on Apple devices, iCloud+ is the easy choice and there's nothing wrong with taking it. If it doesn't, the table below shows providers that cost less at 2 TB and still work fine on an iPhone.
Cheaper 2 TB alternatives
Frequently asked
How much is iCloud 2 TB per month?
Apple charges €9.99 a month for iCloud+ 2 TB, the same price worldwide. Family sharing is included on every paid tier at no extra cost.
Can I move my iCloud photos elsewhere?
Yes. Apple's Data and Privacy portal lets you export your full iCloud Photos library, which you can then upload to another provider. Most people do this once and then turn iCloud Photos off.
What is the cheapest 2 TB cloud storage right now?
It changes as providers run promotions, so the table on this page uses live data and re-ranks itself. As a rule, value providers and lifetime plans beat the big names.
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Is iCloud+ worth it in 2026?
iCloud+ is worth it if you're committed to Apple devices. It backs up your iPhone with no effort, and the bundled extras like Private Relay and Hide My Email add real value. At €0.99/mo for 50 GB it's cheap to start. If you only want storage, you can get 2 TB cheaper elsewhere, and iCloud is awkward on Windows or Android.
iCloud+ vs Google One: which should you choose?
Choose iCloud+ if your life runs on Apple devices. It backs up your iPhone automatically and works best on Mac and iOS. Choose Google One if you use Gmail and Google Photos, want storage that works the same on Android, Windows, and the web, or want the bigger free tier. At 2 TB they cost the same, €9.99/mo, so the choice is about ecosystem, not price.
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.
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