--- description: Review of iCloud Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: iCloud | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Document Management Software](/directory/722/document-management/software) > [iCloud](/software/103817/icloud) # iCloud Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/103817/icloud Page: 1 / 80\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/103817/icloud?page=2) > iCloud is a file storage solution that helps businesses backup and share photos, notes, documents and other data with stakeholders. It lets users create multiple folders, rename them and add color-coded tags to organize files as per individual preferences. iCloud enables administrators to share files and configure permission rights, restricting specific users to view, share or edit information. It lets users synchronize data across all devices for applications, such as iCal, Contacts, Reminders and Safari. Additionally, team members can collaborate and receive real-time updates on documents, presentations and spreadsheets. iCloud uses two-factor authentication and sends temporary verification codes to trusted devices, allowing users to sign-in on multiple devices. It is available on monthly pricing and support is extended via documentation, phone and other online measures. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 1970 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 1970 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Apple ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$0.99 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: iCloud provides 5GB of free storage. Additional storage can be purchased directly from your device. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Slovenian, Turkish, Vietnamese - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Poland, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Türkiye, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - Access Controls/Permissions - Activity Tracking - Alerts/Notifications - Archiving & Retention - Authentication - Automatic Backup - Collaboration Tools - Commenting/Notes - Content Management - Data Import/Export - Data Storage Management - Document Capture - Document Management - Document Storage - Email Management - Encryption - File Sharing - Full Text Search - Messaging - Mobile Access ## Integrations (5 total) - Gmail - Google Drive - Keynote - Numbers - Pages ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support ## Category - [Document Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/722/document-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Document Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/722/document-management/software) - [Cloud Storage Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4231/cloud-storage/software) - [Server Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4570/server-management/software) - [File Sharing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4535/file-sharing/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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I use it frequently without issues. this software is very good. ----- ### "Great if you're all in on Apple, limited everywhere else" — 4.0/5 > **Blake** | *19 June 2026* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: or staff who are on Apple devices, iCloud just works the way you'd expect. Photos, contacts, and files stay in sync without any real effort on their end, which is nice from an IT support perspective because it's one less thing people call about. The file sharing through iCloud Drive has gotten a lot more functional over the last couple of years and for personal document access it's genuinely smooth. If you're fully in the Apple ecosystem it's probably one of the more seamless cloud storage experiences out there. > > **Cons**: chrome icon google docs icon In a mostly Windows and Microsoft 365 environment it sticks out like a sore thumb. iCloud for Windows has historically been clunky and we've had to troubleshoot it more than once when it conflicts with OneDrive or causes weird sync behavior. It's also not something you'd ever consider as a primary file management solution for a team, it really is built around individual Apple users rather than any kind of collaborative or organizational workflow. Cross-platform file sharing works but it always feels like an afterthought compared to how it behaves natively on a Mac. > > chrome icon google docs icon iCloud is fine for what it is, but in our setup it's really just something we support on the periphery for people with iPhones or Macs rather than anything we lean on organizationally. It's not a tool we'd build workflows around given how Microsoft centric our environment is, but for individual use it does its job without a lot of complaints. Would probably rate it higher if we were an Apple first shop. ----- ### "Estimator of Marketing" — 5.0/5 > **Fannie** | *16 June 2026* | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: iCloud helps me store a large amount of data, including photos, documents, and other files. It also backs up my information, making it easy to restore everything when I switch to a new phone. This saves time and helps ensure that important data is not lost > > **Cons**: iCloud helps me store photos, documents, and other important data, and it makes it easy to transfer everything to a new phone. However, the free storage space is limited, and I often receive notifications to upgrade my storage plan, which requires a monthly payment > > If iCloud storage were free and did not require a monthly subscription, it would be wonderful for Apple users. People could store more photos, videos, and documents without worrying about running out of space or paying extra fees. ----- ### "Makes managing data easier and more secure" — 5.0/5 > **Milagros** | *20 April 2026* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like that you can access your files from anywhere. What I liked most about iCloud is how it automatically backs up and syncs my data across all my devices. It makes everything easily accessible without needing to manually transfer files. > > **Cons**: The only downside is running out of storage pretty quickly and the needs to buy for more storage (which can be expensive sometimes), but overall it makes life a lot simpler. > > iCloud is really convenient for our Apple devices. I like that my photos, contacts, and files are automatically backed up without me having to think about it. It keeps everything in sync, which makes switching between devices easy. ----- ### "Average for standard jobs, difficult for agency jobs." — 5.0/5 > **Edward** | *22 May 2026* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: For personal use the 5GB free tier is good. Syncing my iPhone to Macbook is quite dependable, site visit photos appear on my Mac within minutes of taking them. The shared folders feature works well if you're coordinating campaign assets with freelancers, but we've been more successful with other platforms when we have to do more intensive collaboration. > > **Cons**: Versioning can be a pain with presentations that are being edited by a number of people. Last month I lost 3 hours worth of changes to my deck due to someone's changes overwriting my deck. The web interface is as dated as 2015 and I don't even want to talk about sharing large video files with Windows clients. > > We utilize it because it's preloaded on our Apple products, not because it's the best. Limited storage and cumbersome sharing cause a dip in productivity for a small agency that's mostly operating in the digital realm. If you're all-Apple all the time, works\! 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