Google Drive vs Nextcloud : Which is Better?

Google Drive

Google drive is Google's cloud storage solution for storing files in the cloud. Developed by Google Inc.

License: Freemium

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Online Android iPhone

Nextcloud

Nextcloud is a suite of client-server software for creating file hosting services and using them. It is functionally very similar to the widely used Dropbox, with the primary functional difference being that Nextcloud is free and open-source, and thereby allowing anyone to install and operate it without charge on a private server. Developed by Nextcloud community

License: Open Source

Categories: Backup & Sync File Management Office & Productivity

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Online Android

Google Drive VS Nextcloud Feature comparision

Feature	Google Drive	Nextcloud
Built-in player
Built-in viewer
File-sync
IFTTT integration
Integrated Search
Compatible with Microsoft Office
Realtime collaboration
Android Sync
Auto-saving
Automatic conversion to multiple formats
Backup
Cloud Storage
Cloud sync
Collaborative writing
Sync Contacts
Differential backup
File Based Storage
File management
File sharing
File Storage
GSuite Integration
Works Offline
Online collaboration
Public Links
Real time collaboration
Upload directly to Google Drive
Cloud based
Crypto folder
Encrypted backups
High Level
Privacy focused
Calendar integration
Selective synchronization
Unlimited storage
Centralized model repository
End-to-End Encryption
AES encryption
Autotagging
Self-hosted in intranet or private cloud
Bookmarks
Peer-To-Peer
Decentralized
Real-time sync
Encryption
Encrypted folder
Online Cloud Storage
Office Online integration
Sync between devices
Multiple backups and version history
Unlimited bandwidth
File Versioning
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
MarkDown support
Video call
Support for ActivityPub
Ad-free
Auto Updates
Bookmark organization
Built-in Download Manager
Built-in Note Taker
Built-in RSS reader
CalDAV
CardDAV
Collaborative Text Editor
Cross-platform
Custom applications
Customizable
Support for Docker
Embedded apps
Encryption is optional
Extensibility
Fast motion
Federated Cloud
File Tagging
Hostable
In built video player
Integrated Email Client
Integrated File Sharing
Integration
Keepass integration
LDAP Services
LDAP support
LibreOffice Integration
Local server
Local Storage
Mobile friendly
Modular extensions
Multi-platform support
Music Player
News aggregator
Notetaking
On-premises software
One Time Passwords
Onlyoffice integration
Openstack swift integration
Permission system
Photo synchronization
Privacy Protected
Real-Time Synchronization
Secure File Sharing
Security & Privacy
Security focused
Large File Transfer
Shared calendars
Social feed
Storage control
Sync across Devices
Calendar Sync
Sync notes
Sync phone location
Sync SMS
Tablet support
Task time tracking
Team Collaboration
Two factor authentication
Two-Step verification
2 way sync
Unlimited private repos
Unlimited users
Video calling
Support for WebDAV