Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Apple Inc. vs Degoo
Apple Inc.
Higher score in this comparison
Degoo
What sets them apart
| Compare | Apple Inc.ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | DegooReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Free storage | 5 | 20Higher |
| Price per TB per year | $119.88 | $23.98Lower |
| Zero-knowledge encryption | No | YesHas it |
| Jurisdiction | US | SE |
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Key differences
- Apple Inc. scores higher overall: 9.7 vs 9.3.
- Free storage is higher at Degoo: 20 vs 5.
- Price per TB per year is lower at Degoo: $23.98 vs $119.88.
- Support channels: only Apple Inc. offers Phone, Chat, Community.
- Zero-knowledge encryption: only Degoo.
- Founded is lower at Apple Inc.: 1976 vs 2012.
Our verdict on each
Apple Inc.
Apple folds relay aliases, 5 gigabytes of free iCloud+ storage and passkeys into the platforms most people already own. It suits Apple only households wanting private storage in a single account, while readers who need storage they alone can read or end-to-end encrypted mail should look elsewhere.
Degoo
Degoo suits people who want backup space to start with free and grow later, and who are content to sort out problems through articles. Its budget plan runs $23.98 per year, and the free plan holds 20 with the stronger encryption model in place.
Score breakdown
| Area | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5Entry starts at $0.99 and monthly runs $0.99, under the €7.89 site median, with storage at $119.88 per terabyte per year. | 9.7HigherThe budget plan runs $23.98 per year, above MEGA at €15. |
| Offer | 9.6Higher | 9.0Free storage of 20 on a free plan, with a budget tier and the stronger encryption model. |
| Privacy | 10.0Higher | 9.1 |
How they place
| Ranking | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy tools | 43 of 281 | 56 of 281 |
| Secure cloud storage and backup | 11 of 70 | 15 of 70 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Sweden |
Sources behind this comparison
Apple Inc.
- apple.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- support.apple.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Degoo
- degoo.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free, Budget | Free, Budget |
| Legal entity | Apple Inc. | Degoo Backup AB |
| Headquarters | United States | Sweden |
| Founded | 1976Lower | 2012 |
| Support channels | Phone, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Help centre |
Password managers
| Fact | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $0.99 | Not confirmed |
| Free plan | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | iOS, IPadOS, MacOS, VisionOS, TvOS, WatchOS, Web | Not confirmed |
| Passkeys | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Encryption | Encryption and Data Protection | Not confirmed |
| Features | Screen time, Web filter | Not confirmed |
VPN
| Fact | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $0.99 | Not confirmed |
| Features | No logs, Travel | Not confirmed |
| Owner | Apple Inc. | Not confirmed |
Secure email
| Fact | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan limits | Aliases via Sign in with Apple are free with an Apple Account; changing the Forward To address requires iCloud+ | Not confirmed |
| End-to-end encryption | None of the mail is end-to-end encrypted: aliases are relayed and forwarded by Apple, which states it does not read or process message content except spam filtering | Not confirmed |
| Custom domains | No | Not confirmed |
Parental controls
| Fact | Apple Inc. | Degoo |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly price | $0 | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Apple Inc. | Degoo | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free storage | 5at the median | 20highest quarter | 5 |
| Price per TB per year | $119.88above the median | $23.98lowest quarter | $94.50 |
Median across 36 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Apple Inc.
Pros
- Sign in with Apple issues relay aliases at no cost to Apple Account holders, so the free plan is a real starting point rather than a trial.
- Entry sits at $0.99, below the $19.99 and $14.99 starting prices of the two paid alternatives here.
- A single subscription spans iOS, iPadOS and macOS, so storage and aliases need no extra purchase per device.
Cons
- iCloud+ storage is not sealed so that only the account holder can read it, and what is stored stays within Apple's reach under Encryption and Data Protection.
- End-to-end encryption is not offered for alias mail, since Apple Inc. relays and forwards it, so an alias is not a private channel for sensitive messages.
- Custom domains are not available, so an alias cannot sit on a domain you own.
Degoo
Pros
- Encryption is confirmed, and the model keeps keys out of the operator's reach, so the privacy claim on stored files carries weight.
- The free plan's 20 is several times the 5 that comes with Apple.
- A help-centre carries support, and 95.4% shows it is the most common support route across the site.
Cons
- Support runs on help centre only, so no live chat or phone route is listed.
- The budget plan costs more per year than MEGA: $23.98 against €15.
- The free plan's 20 is well short of the 50 on offer from Acronis.
Who each suits
Apple Inc.
Who it suits
- Apple households that already pay for iCloud+ and want more capacity plus relay aliases from the same account.
- Readers who want one subscription across iOS, iPadOS and macOS instead of separate tools per device family.
- People willing to trade storage their provider can still read for low entry pricing and broad platform reach.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who need end-to-end encrypted mail or storage only the account holder can read, since neither is part of what the plan includes.
- Buyers shopping for a free standalone security toolkit, since Token2 hands over an in-browser authenticator toolset and a QR decoder without creating an account.
- Shoppers who want a priced privacy product outside the Apple ecosystem, where EasyOptOuts at $19.99 and Vipre Security at $14.99 are the paid comparisons here.
Degoo
Who it suits
- People who want a usable amount of backup space without paying anything first, since the free plan holds 20.
- Readers who put the encryption model first, since the service confirms a setup where the operator holds no key to the data.
- Buyers who value a long operating record, with a service founded in 2012 and registered in Sweden.
Who should look elsewhere
- Not for price-first shoppers: MEGA lists €15 per TB per year against $23.98 for the budget plan here.
- Not for anyone chasing the largest free allowance: Acronis gives 50 against 20 on the free plan.
Current offers
Apple Inc.
Current offer
Free trial
Get 3 months of Apple One free with any new iPhone, iPad, or Mac: 3 months free
New and qualified returning subscribers only. $21.95 or $27.95 or $39.95 per month after trial based on plan selected. Only one offer per Apple Account and per family. Not available if a previous three-months-free offer was accepted. Offer good for three months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews until cancelled.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Degoo
Current offer
Free trial
2 weeks free trial: 2 weeks
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Apple Inc.
What does iCloud+ cost to start?+
iCloud+ starts at $0.99, and the monthly rate is the same figure, $0.99. Storage is the only part that carries a charge; Sign in with Apple aliases stay at no cost to Apple Account holders. For context, the median entry price across the brands compared here is €6.84.
Is there a free plan and what does it cover?+
A free plan is part of the service. Sign in with Apple issues relay aliases at no cost to anyone holding an Apple Account, and free storage stands at 5 gigabytes with a yearly price of $0. The limit: repointing an alias at a different inbox needs iCloud+.
Degoo
How much does Degoo cost?+
There is a free plan that holds 20 of storage, and a paid plan that runs $23.98 per year. The plans are listed under free and budget, so entry needs no payment and the paid tier is the only step up from there.
How much free storage do I get?+
The free plan includes 20 of space. That is above Apple at 5 and above the site median of 5, but below Acronis at 50. Storage is the deciding number for anyone choosing between a paid backup and a free built-in allowance.
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