IDrive Photos review

IDrive Photos is the cheapest way on this list to keep a full copy of an Android phone's camera roll. IDrive's page says the app backs up all the photos and videos from an iOS or Android device in original resolution, and the same IDrive account can back up PCs and Macs. The IDrive Mini plan starts at $0.25 a month, billed as $2.95 a year for 100 GB, and $9.95 a year buys 500 GB. IDrive's main pricing page also lists a Basic free tier with 10 GB. The app requires Android 10.0 or later, so older phones are out. IDrive is a backup service first, so it lacks the shared folders, document editing and family sharing that Google Drive and OneDrive offer, and Mini plans are billed annually only.

Who it is for

Budget buyers who only need a copy of the camera roll

Price

IDrive Mini from $0.25 per month ($2.95 per year) for 100 GB, or $9.95 per year for 500 GB, billed annually.

IDrive ® Mini plan Starts at $0.25 / month $2.95 / year 100 GB - Billed Annually
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• Backs up all photos and videos from Android or iOS devices
• Photos stored in original resolution
• IDrive Mini from $2.95 a year for 100 GB
• 500 GB for $9.95 a year
• Same account can back up PCs and Macs

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Lowest verified paid price on this list
• Strength: Original resolution, not compressed copies
• Strength: Basic free plan with 10 GB on IDrive
• Weakness: Android app requires Android 10.0 or later
• Weakness: Built for backup, not everyday file sync
• Weakness: Mini plans are billed yearly only

Key facts

• Cheapest plan: IDrive Mini, 100 GB for $2.95 a year
• Next tier: 500 GB for $9.95 a year
• Android requirement: Android 10.0 and later
• Photo quality: Original resolution

Where it ranks

IDrive Photos is No. 7 in our Best Cloud Storage for Android verdict.