EasySend vs Proton Drive - Comparison
Proton Drive is the cloud storage service from the makers of ProtonMail. It offers end-to-end encryption and Swiss privacy but requires a Proton account. EasySend provides similar encryption strength with no account requirement and is purpose-built for quick file sharing rather than cloud storage.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | EasySend | Proton Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Signup required | No | Yes (Proton account) |
| Free storage | 1 GB | 5 GB (shared with ProtonMail) |
| Free duration | 3 days | Permanent |
| Max file size (free) | 1 GB | Varies by plan |
| Encryption | Yes (E2E, zero-knowledge) | Zero-knowledge, client-side |
| API | Yes (REST) | No public API |
| Price (paid) | From $0.99 | From $3.99/mo (bundled) |
| Tracking / Analytics | None | None |
| Open pricing | Yes | Yes |
Why choose EasySend
- No account required - Proton Drive needs a Proton account
- Purpose-built for file sharing, not cloud storage
- Free public REST API and CLI tool for developers
- Simpler workflow - drag, drop, share link in seconds
- Lower pricing for file sharing ($0.99 vs $3.99/month)