iCloud+ (200GB) alternatives

Killing $2.99/mo (~$36/yr) — here are 2 verified escapes, honest trade-offs included.

currently paying for

$2.99/mo

the answer easy migration

End-to-end encrypted photo backup with apps on every platform.

you stop paying $2.99/mo → keep ~$36/yr

head-to-head

Ente Photos oss ⭐ 28.5K self-host AGPL-3.0

Free / ~$1.5-10/mo plans

End-to-end encrypted photo backup with apps on every platform.

trade-offs: 5GB free tier · Open source apps; infra runs by Ente unless self-hosted

Immich oss ⭐ 113K self-host AGPL-3.0

Free

Self-hosted Google Photos replacement with ML search and mobile auto-backup.

trade-offs: You run & back up the server

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What is the best free alternative to iCloud+ (200GB)?

Ente Photos is the top free option — End-to-end encrypted photo backup with apps on every platform.

How much can I save by switching from iCloud+ (200GB)?

iCloud+ (200GB) costs $2.99/mo, so switching to a free alternative saves roughly $36/year per seat.

Can iCloud+ (200GB) be self-hosted?

Yes — Ente Photos and Immich can be self-hosted for free.