Proton Drive vs Tresorit — Which One Wins?
Pick Proton Drive if: Privacy-first users who already trust Proton Mail and want their files encrypted with the same zero-knowledge approach
Pick Tresorit if: Businesses handling sensitive data that need Swiss-grade encryption and EU data residency guarantees
Our take: Proton Drive for simplicity, Tresorit for power users.
| Proton Drive | Tresorit | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free 1GB (5GB with Proton account) | Drive Plus $3.99/mo (200GB) | Personal $11.99/mo (1 TB) |
| Features | End-to-end encrypted file storage and sharing, Zero-access encryption — even Proton cannot read your files, Built-in photo backup from mobile, Integrates with Proton Mail, Calendar, and VPN, Open-source clients audited by third parties | End-to-end encryption, Swiss privacy jurisdiction, Secure file sharing with expiry, DRM and watermarking, Admin policies and audit logs |
| Best for | Privacy-first users who already trust Proton Mail and want their files encrypted with the same zero-knowledge approach | Businesses handling sensitive data that need Swiss-grade encryption and EU data residency guarantees |
| Learning Curve | Easy | Easy |
The Real Difference
Proton Drive offers a free tier while Tresorit doesn't — that matters if you're bootstrapping.
Proton Drive stands out with Zero-access encryption — even Proton cannot read your files and Built-in photo backup from mobile. Tresorit counters with Swiss privacy jurisdiction and Secure file sharing with expiry.
Proton Drive's Achilles heel: storage amounts are small for the price — 200gb for $4/mo when google gives you 100gb for $2/mo. Tresorit's: no free plan and premium pricing — you’re paying a serious tax for the privacy features. Pick whichever weakness you can live with.
Bottom Line
If you value zero-access encryption — even proton cannot read your files and privacy-first users who already, go with Proton Drive. If businesses handling sensitive data matters more, Tresorit is your pick. Neither is a bad choice — but one will fit your workflow better.