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Head-to-head · File Sharing Software

Tresorit vs pCloud

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Tresorit #7 in File Sharing Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Tresorit
pCloud #8 in File Sharing Software 8.4/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit pCloud

Tresorit leads on 0 checks, pCloud on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreTresorit · 8.5/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth

Tresorit scores higher on our rubric for file sharing software: 8.5 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

Tresorit is the better fit for privacy-focused businesses. pCloud is the better fit for feature-rich personal storage.

  • Tresorit fits best

    Privacy-focused businesses

  • pCloud fits best

    Feature-rich personal storage

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Side by side

Feature Tresorit 8.5/10 Visit ↗ pCloud 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.5 8.4
Ranking #7 in File Sharing Software #8 in File Sharing Software
Best for Privacy-focused businesses Feature-rich personal storage
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $59.88/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days 30 days
Free trial length 14 days · card required 30 days
Money-back guarantee 7 days 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs Email, Phone, Docs
Compliance ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, 2FA ISO 27001, GDPR
Integrations 4 integrations 9 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Tresorit 0/2 · pCloud 0/2
Password-protected links Not checked yet Not checked yet
Guest uploads Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Included storage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Maximum file size Not checked yet Not checked yet
Version history Not checked yet Not checked yet
Link expiry Not checked yet Not checked yet
App coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Zero-knowledge encryption protects stored files from readable access
  • Encrypted sharing, file requests, and data rooms support confidential work
  • Business controls include SSO, user management, and audit logs
  • Free plan includes up to 10 GB of storage
  • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and API platforms
  • Offers recovery, file requests, sharing controls, and media playback
Cons
  • The Basic plan provides just 3 GB of encrypted storage
  • Basic limits individual files to 500 MB
  • Personal Lite supports synchronization across only 2 devices
  • Client-side zero-knowledge encryption is optional
  • The free plan is limited to up to 10 GB of storage
  • Pricing varies by region and currency
Our verdict

Tresorit is a cloud storage and collaboration platform for individuals, teams, and enterprises handling confidential information. Its core offering combines end-to-end encrypted storage, synchronization, encrypted sharing, file requests,…

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pCloud is a cloud storage service for individuals, families, and businesses that need to store, synchronize, back up, preview, and share files. It combines web access, desktop virtual drive software, and mobile apps with file version…

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  1. TresoritFile Sharing Software 8.5Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. pCloudFile Sharing Software 8.4Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Tresorit — where it wins

    • Zero-knowledge encryption protects stored files from readable access
    • Encrypted sharing, file requests, and data rooms support confidential work
    • Business controls include SSO, user management, and audit logs

    Where it doesn't

    • The Basic plan provides just 3 GB of encrypted storage
    • Basic limits individual files to 500 MB
    • Personal Lite supports synchronization across only 2 devices

  • pCloud — where it wins

    • Free plan includes up to 10 GB of storage
    • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and API platforms
    • Offers recovery, file requests, sharing controls, and media playback

    Where it doesn't

    • Client-side zero-knowledge encryption is optional
    • The free plan is limited to up to 10 GB of storage
    • Pricing varies by region and currency
  • Tresorit8.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A privacy-focused file-sharing platform with encryption, collaboration, and business controls.

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  • pCloud8.4/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    Feature-rich personal storage with broad device coverage, sharing, recovery, and optional encryption.

    Visit pCloudFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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