Koofr vs Dropbox
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Dropbox? Here's how Koofr compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: Koofr. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
Slovenian cloud storage with EU-only servers and no tracking, connects to Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive.
Cloud storage and file synchronization service for teams and individuals.
Headquarters
🇸🇮 SI
🇺🇸 US · 2007
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on Enterprise plans or by request.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, ISO 22301
Price from
€0.50/mo
$9.99/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
Integrations
Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Microsoft Office for the web, Facebook (Meta Transfer Tools) +1
Slack, Zoom, Trello, Asana, Adobe Creative Cloud +6
Where each one wins
Koofr
Strengths
- +Intuitive, clean interface with easy navigation and quick setup
- +Seamless integration with Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and Amazon Drive for unified file management
- +Fast upload and download speeds with reliable automatic backups
- +Strong privacy protection via EU-based servers and a secure vault for sensitive files
- +Useful features like scheduled backups, secure file sharing, offline access, and automatic media backup from mobile devices
- +Affordable storage plans with a lifetime free tier (10GB)
- +Generally responsive and helpful customer support via email
Limitations
- −Limited storage capacity for larger teams or heavy data usage
- −No client-side encryption, reducing security for sensitive data
- −Lack of block-level sync, slowing down file synchronization
Dropbox
Strengths
- +Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- +Reliable file synchronization across devices
- +Strong collaboration features with Dropbox Paper
- +Seamless integrations with third-party apps
Limitations
- −Limited free storage (2 GB)
- −Higher-tier plans can be expensive for small teams
- −Occasional sync delays reported by users
- −Advanced features locked behind higher-priced plans
Data residency & compliance
Koofr
Dropbox
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on Enterprise plans or by request.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, ISO 22301
Pricing
Koofr
- Free Free forever10 GB storage + 10 GB bonus · 1 Koofr Vault Safe Box · 7 days deleted file retention
- Briefcase S €0.50 per month (billed yearly)10 GB storage + 10 GB bonus · 3 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Briefcase M €1 per month (billed yearly)25 GB storage + 10 GB bonus · 3 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Briefcase L €2 per month (billed yearly)100 GB storage + 10 GB bonus · 3 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Suitcase XL €4 per month (billed yearly)250 GB storage + 10 GB bonus · 5 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Suitcase XL+ €7 per month (billed yearly)500 GB storage + 10 GB bonus · 5 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Suitcase XXL €10 per month (billed yearly)1 TB storage + 10 GB bonus · 5 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Crate XXXL €20 per month (billed yearly)2.5 TB storage + 10 GB bonus · 10 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
- Crate 5XXL €35 per month (billed yearly)5 TB storage + 10 GB bonus · 10 Koofr Vault Safe Boxes · 30 days deleted file retention
All prices include 22% VAT. Loyalty discounts available for long-term users.
Dropbox
- Basic Free per user/month2 GB storage · Limited file sharing · Basic collaboration tools
- Plus $9.99 per user/month2 TB storage · Advanced sharing controls · Priority email support
- Professional $16.58 per user/month3 TB storage · Full-text search · 180-day file recovery
- Standard $15 per user/month (min 3 users)5 TB shared storage · Team management tools · Admin console for user management
- Advanced $25 per user/month (min 3 users)Unlimited storage · Advanced security controls · Audit logs
- Enterprise On request CustomUnlimited storage · Enterprise-grade security · Dedicated support
Pricing varies by region and plan. Enterprise pricing is custom and requires contacting sales.
Features
Koofr
- Storage & Synchronisation
- Unlimited file size and type support, Cloud storage plans up to 20 TB, Two-way desktop sync via desktop app, Automatic mobile media backup (iOS, Android, Huawei)
- File Management & Organisation
- File versioning, Deleted file retention (7–30 days, plan-dependent), Duplicate file finder, Empty folder finder
- Sharing & Collaboration
- Unlimited private sharing with other Koofr users, Unlimited public sharing via permanent or time-limited links, Receive files from anyone via public receive links, Real-time document collaboration with Microsoft Office for the web
- Security & Privacy
- Files transferred via TLS/SSL, encrypted storage in ISO 27001-certified data centers (Germany), GDPR-compliant, no third-party tracking, no ads, minimal cookies, Koofr Vault: client-side zero-knowledge encrypted storage, Two-factor authentication (TOTP) and Passkey support
- Access & Integration
- Access via web, desktop apps, mobile apps, WebDAV, and Rclone, Integration with Microsoft Office for the web, Connect external cloud accounts (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive)
Dropbox
- File Management
- Store and sync files across devices, Version history and file recovery, Large file transfers via shared links, Granular access permissions
- Security & Compliance
- Two-factor authentication (2FA), Encryption at rest and in transit, Compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and others, Audit logs for enterprise plans
- Collaboration
- Real-time co-editing in Dropbox Paper, Commenting and task assignments, Team folders for shared access, Integration with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Administration
- User and group management, Device approval and remote wipe, Single sign-on (SSO) support, Custom branding for enterprise
- Integrations
- Slack, Zoom, Trello, Asana