Compared to OneDrive’s 5 GB of free storage, Google Drive gives you 15 GB.

However, either way, you’re likely to fill up that capacity quite quickly.

So, to get more storage, you might consider one of the paid subscriptions.

The search function on Google Drive.

We will compare the monthly prices, as many people choose this as a more affordable option.

It’s when you look at the next level up that things start to change.

On the other hand, OneDrive’s search bar is much simpler.

The search function on OneDrive.

That said, anyone using a Windows computer might find OneDrive more usable.

Whichever you choose, both Google Drive and OneDrive support most operating systems.

Where both fall short is that you don’t get the benefit of end-to-end encryption.

The OneDrive link-sharing dialog box with the More Settings area containing secure features, such as an expiry date and a password option.

Instead, Google Drive and OneDrive both encrypt your files in transit and at rest.

Disappointingly, the bad news doesn’t stop there.

It also times out after a period of inactivity.

The process on Google Drive is more instant than on OneDrive, but both work essentially the same way.

Ultimately, which one you choose depends on what you want to use it for.