Head to head · Cloud storage & file sharing
DigiLocker vs Dropbox
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. DigiLocker rates highest.
| Compare | DigiLocker | Dropbox |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Cloud storage & file sharing | Cloud storage & file sharing |
| Vendor | Government of India | Dropbox |
| Headquarters | New Delhi, Delhi | San Francisco, United States |
| Made in India | Yes | No |
| Starting price | Free | Free plan |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 2015 | 2007 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Startup, Small business, SMB |
| App Advisor rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
DigiLocker: pros & cons
- +Completely free to use
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +11 years in business — a mature, stable product
- −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo
Key features
- Sync across devices
- Sharing links with permissions and expiry
- Version history and recovery
- Team folders and admin controls
- Large-file transfer
- Backup of devices and servers
Dropbox: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +19 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +One of the top-ranked cloud storage & file sharing options in our catalogue
- −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
Key features
- Sync across devices
- Sharing links with permissions and expiry
- Version history and recovery
- Team folders and admin controls
- Large-file transfer
- Backup of devices and servers
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, DigiLocker or Dropbox?+
DigiLocker scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.8/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is DigiLocker cheaper than Dropbox?+
DigiLocker starts at Free and Dropbox at Free plan. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from DigiLocker to Dropbox?+
Most cloud storage & file sharing products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.
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