Koofr vs Google Drive
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Google Drive? 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
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Google Workspace Enterprise plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701
Price from
€0.50/mo
$6/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
No
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
G2 4.6/5 (46) · CAPTERRA 4.6/5 (25) · GETAPP 4.6/5 (25) · TRUSTPILOT 4.3/5 (250) · TRUSTRADIUS 4.2/5 (13)
No
Integrations
Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Microsoft Office for the web, Facebook (Meta Transfer Tools) +1
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Meet, etc.), Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Office (via plugins), Trello +5
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
Google Drive
Strengths
- +Seamless integration with Google Workspace apps
- +Real-time collaboration features are highly effective
- +Strong security and compliance measures
- +Generous storage allowances on higher-tier plans
Limitations
- −Limited offline functionality compared to desktop apps
- −Can be expensive for large teams
- −Learning curve for advanced features
- −Privacy concerns due to data processing in the US
Data residency & compliance
Koofr
Google Drive
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Google Workspace Enterprise plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701
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.
Google Drive
- Business Starter $6 per user/month30 GB cloud storage per user · Business email through Gmail · Security and management controls
- Business Standard $12 per user/month2 TB cloud storage per user · Cloud Search functionality · Enhanced security and management controls
- Business Plus $18 per user/month5 TB cloud storage per user · Advanced security, compliance, and management controls · eDiscovery and retention policies
- Enterprise On request per user/monthCustomizable storage (up to 30 TB per user) · Advanced security, compliance, and management controls · Data loss prevention (DLP)
Pricing varies by plan and region. Enterprise plan requires custom quote. Billed annually.
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)
Google Drive
- Storage and Collaboration
- Store and share files securely in the cloud, Real-time co-editing of documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, Version history and file recovery, Granular sharing permissions (view, comment, edit)
- Security and Compliance
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) and SSO support, Encryption of data at rest and in transit, Compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations, Data loss prevention (DLP) for sensitive content
- Productivity and Integration
- Search across all files with powerful OCR and text recognition, Automated workflows with Google Apps Script, Third-party app integrations (Slack, Zoom, etc.), AI-powered features like Smart Reply and grammar suggestions