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Tresorit vs Dropbox

Last updated June 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Dropbox? Here's how Tresorit compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: Tresorit. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

Tresorit
Dropbox
What it is
Swiss end-to-end encrypted cloud storage with EU-only data processing and ISO 27001 certification.
not established
Headquarters
🇨🇭 CH
🇺🇸 US
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
not established
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022
not established
Price from
€19.99/mo
not established
Free plan
No
not established
Open Source
No
not established
Ratings
G2 4.5/5 (251) · CAPTERRA 4.8/5 (130) · GETAPP 4.8/5 (130) · TRUSTPILOT 2.9/5 (51)
No
Integrations
Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace, Microsoft Sentinel, Active Directory +4
not established

We have not yet completed our own research on Dropbox; rows above show only what we can evidence. Check the vendor for specifics.

Where each one wins

Tresorit

Strengths

  • +End-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge policy for maximum data confidentiality
  • +Intuitive, user-friendly interface with straightforward setup and onboarding
  • +Reliable and fast file synchronization across devices
  • +Granular sharing controls with passwords, expiration dates, and access levels
  • +Compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations
  • +Responsive customer support and personalized onboarding for business users
  • +Secure file sharing and folder access management for collaboration

Limitations

  • −Premium pricing perceived as expensive; no free plan limits trial accessibility
  • −Performance issues such as lag and slow loading, especially with large files or folders
  • −Lack of real-time collaboration features and native document creation tools

Dropbox

Review sentiment not yet compiled.

Data residency & compliance

Tresorit
Dropbox
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
not established
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
not established
DPA
Published →
not established
Sub-processors
Listed →
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022
No

Pricing

Tresorit

  • Business (SecureCloud) €58.99 per user / month (1 user minimum)4 TB storage (1 user), 10 GB max file size · End-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge system · Azure AD, Okta, and Active Directory integration
  • Enterprise (SecureCloud) €117.99 per 3 users / month (3+ users)6 TB storage (3+ users), 15 GB max file size · Advanced admin controls and SIEM integration · User-level data residency options
  • Engage Professional €58.99 per month6 TB storage, 15 GB max file size · End-to-end encrypted data rooms and workflow automation · 16 free eSignatures included
  • Personal (SecureCloud) €19.99 per month4 TB storage, 10 GB max file size · End-to-end encryption for private use · Cross-device synchronization

Pricing varies based on user count and storage requirements. Enterprise features and add-ons (e.g., eSign, Email Encryption) may incur additional costs.

Dropbox

No published pricing we could verify.

Features

Tresorit

Data Protection & Encryption
End-to-end encrypted file storage with zero-knowledge system, Compliance certifications: ISO 27001, GDPR, TISAX, FINRA, HIPAA, NIS2, DORA, CCPA, Client-side encryption with no access by Tresorit, Dynamic watermarks and auto-deletion policies for files
File & Document Management
Encrypted file sharing and requests with password protection, Version history and cross-device synchronization, Bulk file uploads and cooperative links for collaboration, Audit logs and advanced document analytics
User & Access Management
Azure AD and Okta provisioning for user management, Active Directory integration for synchronization, Role-based access control and isolated workspaces, Subscription co-owner and custom domain support
Secure Collaboration & Workflows
End-to-end encrypted data rooms for clients and partners, Task management with commenting and document editing (DOCX), Customizable templates and workflow automation, eSignatures (16 included free with all plans)
Platform & Availability
Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and web, Tresorit Drive integration with local file manager, Secure file requests from external parties without Tresorit account, Download limits, expiry dates, and watermark options for shared files

Dropbox

Feature breakdown not yet compiled.

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