pCloud review (2026): features, pros and cons, pricing
Swiss-registered cloud drive with EU or US storage choice, selling business seats from 3 users and encryption as a plan feature.
Verdict at a glance
pCloud is a Swiss-registered cloud drive that lets you choose EU or US storage. Business seats start at 3 users and include pooled storage, a virtual drive and pDocs real-time editing, though its optional encryption drew academic criticism in 2024.
Pros
- Low per-user price with EU data center option.
Cons
- Optional encryption broken by academic attack, vendor reportedly did not respond (Oct 2024)
What is pCloud?
Swiss-registered cloud drive with EU or US storage choice, selling business seats from 3 users and encryption as a plan feature. It is built for small teams wanting a virtual drive and client-side encryption and buyers who want to pick EU or US storage. pCloud was founded in 2013 and is based in Baar, Switzerland (operations in Sofia, Bulgaria).
Category: Cloud Storage and File Sharing
pCloud key features
| Feature | What we found |
|---|---|
| Storage per user and limits | Pooled: 3 TB for 3 users on Business (about 1 TB per user), 6 TB on Business Pro. |
| Desktop sync quality | Virtual drive (P:) saves local disk space; unlimited file size uploads. |
| Sharing and permission controls | Access levels, teams, shared folders, branded share links, password and expiry on links. |
| Real-time collaboration and editing | PDocs real-time editing and file comments. |
| Security and encryption | Client-side encryption described on Business page; Wikipedia says zero-knowledge encryption is a paid add-on for individuals. |
| Compliance certifications | GDPR, ISO 27001, ISO 9001 stated on business page. |
| Version history and recovery | File version restore up to 180 days. |
pCloud pricing
Business costs 9.99 EUR per user per month with a three-user minimum, which is 29.97 EUR per month for 3 TB shared across the three seats. Business Pro costs 44.94 EUR per month for three users after a 25% discount, or 14.98 EUR per user, with 6 TB. That discount applies only to new Pro accounts, not to renewals or added seats. pCloud lists business prices in EUR only, and it publishes no USD amounts. There are no setup fees, and you can cancel any time.
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business | 29.97 EUR per month for 3 users (9.99 EUR per user) | per user per month | 3 TB for 3 users |
| Business Pro | 44.94 EUR per month for 3 users after 25% discount (14.98 EUR per user) | per user per month | 6 TB for 3 users; discount only for new Pro accounts, not renewals or added seats |
Individual plans include free 10 GB and lifetime options (Wikipedia, April 2025: Premium 199 USD one time). Capterra listing shows 7.99 USD annual Business (third-party, not confirmed by the vendor). No USD rates for Business plans are published: pCloud's pricing page says business plans are priced in USD but lists no amounts, and the vendor business page shows EUR only; EUR prices kept, no conversion.
Who pCloud is best for
Best for
- Small teams wanting a virtual drive and client-side encryption.
- Buyers who want to pick EU or US storage.
Not ideal for
- Companies needing SSO/SCIM (not documented)
- Buyers who rely on the optional encryption alone (2024 ETH Zurich research)
pCloud alternatives
Sync.comSmall teams that want zero-knowledge encryption at a low per-user price.
TresoritRegulated teams (HIPAA, legal, finance) that need zero-knowledge encryption.
Dropbox BusinessSmall teams (Standard is available from 1 user) wanting simple sync and sharing.
Google DriveTeams already on Google Workspace email and Docs.
BoxRegulated organizations needing FedRAMP Moderate or HIPAA (Enterprise tier)
EgnyteMid-size firms wanting governance and ransomware detection on file storage.
What pCloud really costs
- Per seat per month
- 9.99 EUR per user per month (Business, 3-seat pack)
- Billing
- Monthly and annual (billing options not itemized on page)
- Minimum seats
- 3 users minimum.
- 20 users per year
- 20 x 9.99 EUR x 12 = 2,397.60 EUR per year if the 9.99 EUR is the monthly price; storage pooled at about 1 TB per user.
- Renewal terms
- Pro 25% discount not applied on renewal.
Questions to ask about price
- What is the discount for annual billing, and can we start monthly?
- Which features we need sit in add-ons or a higher plan, and what do they cost?
- Are there one-time costs for implementation, onboarding or data migration?
Is pCloud worth the price?
pCloud is good value for small teams that want a virtual drive, a choice of EU or US storage, and a low per-user price. For 20 users, 9.99 EUR per month works out to 2,397.60 EUR per year, with about 20 TB pooled. It is less attractive for companies that rely on the optional encryption alone, or that need SSO and SCIM, which are not documented.
Worth it if
- Small teams wanting a virtual drive and client-side encryption.
- Buyers who want to pick EU or US storage.
Look elsewhere if
- Companies needing SSO/SCIM (not documented)
- Buyers who rely on the optional encryption alone (2024 ETH Zurich research)
Pricing details most reviews leave out
- Business pool is 1 TB per user on average (3 TB for 3 users)
- 25% Pro discount applies only to new accounts, not renewals or seat additions.
- Data centers in Texas and Luxembourg.
- ETH Zurich researchers reported attacks on the optional encryption in Oct 2024.
- Business page states ISO 27001 and ISO 9001.
Our verdict on pCloud
pCloud is a Swiss-registered cloud drive that sells business seats starting at three users. The Business plan costs 9.99 EUR per user per month, or 29.97 EUR per month for the minimum pack of three. A 30-day free trial and a free individual tier with 10 GB are available. The vendor also states a 14-day money-back window, and cancellation is possible at any time.
G2 reviewers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 164 reviews and praise the low per-user price and the EU data center option. The catch is storage and encryption. Storage is pooled at about 1 TB per user, and researchers from ETH Zurich reported attacks on the optional encryption in October 2024.
pCloud FAQ
What is pCloud used for?
pCloud is a Swiss-registered cloud drive that lets you choose EU or US storage. Business seats start at 3 users and include pooled storage, a virtual drive and pDocs real-time editing, though its optional encryption drew academic criticism in 2024. It suits small teams wanting a virtual drive and client-side encryption.
How much does pCloud cost for 20 users?
At 9.99 EUR per user per month on Business, 20 users come to 2,397.60 EUR per year, assuming that price applies monthly. Storage is pooled at roughly 1 TB per user.
Does pCloud have a free plan or trial?
Yes to both. Individual plans include a free 10 GB, and business plans come with a 30-day free trial and a 14-day money-back guarantee.
What is the minimum number of users?
Business plans start at three users. The 25% Business Pro discount applies only to new accounts, not to renewals or extra seats.
About pCloud
- Founded
- 2013.
- Headquarters
- Baar, Switzerland (operations in Sofia, Bulgaria)
- Funding or owner
- No external funding named; reported profitable in 2019 (TechCrunch via Wikipedia)
Listed in: Cloud Storage and File Sharing
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from pCloud's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.