Netdrive
Cloud file storage software
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$1.90 per license per month
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What is Netdrive
NetDrive is a desktop client that mounts cloud storage and remote file servers as local drives in Windows and macOS. It is used by individuals and small teams to access and manage files across multiple cloud accounts and protocols from a single file explorer interface. The product focuses on drive-mapping, file transfer, and protocol support (for example, WebDAV/FTP/SFTP) rather than providing its own hosted storage service.
Maps cloud as local drive
NetDrive presents supported cloud services and remote servers as drive letters (Windows) or mounted volumes (macOS). This allows users to work with files using standard desktop applications without changing workflows. It can reduce the need to manually download/upload files for basic access scenarios.
Broad protocol connectivity
NetDrive supports common file access protocols such as WebDAV, FTP, and SFTP in addition to connectors for various cloud storage providers. This makes it useful in mixed environments where some content lives on cloud drives and some on traditional servers or NAS. Protocol support can help organizations integrate legacy storage endpoints without migrating data.
Centralized multi-account access
The client can connect multiple storage accounts/endpoints and expose them in a single desktop interface. This is practical for users who manage several cloud drives or customer-managed servers. It provides a lightweight alternative to deploying a full enterprise content platform when the primary need is access and transfer.
Not a full storage platform
NetDrive is primarily an access/mounting client and does not replace a managed cloud storage service. Capabilities commonly expected in enterprise file platforms—such as advanced governance, DLP, eDiscovery, and detailed admin policy controls—depend on the underlying storage provider. Organizations may still need separate tools for compliance and centralized administration.
Desktop-client dependency
Users must install and maintain a local client on each endpoint, which can add operational overhead in managed IT environments. Performance and reliability depend on the local machine, network conditions, and the connected provider’s APIs/protocol behavior. This model can be less suitable for environments that prefer browser-first access or centrally managed virtual workspaces.
Variable performance for large files
Drive-mapped access can be slower or less predictable for large files or high-concurrency workflows compared with purpose-built sync/caching or high-performance cloud file systems. Some applications may not behave well over network-mounted drives, especially when frequent random reads/writes occur. Teams with heavy media or engineering workloads may require additional acceleration/caching solutions.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Personal — Monthly | $1.90 per license / month | 7-day free trial (new customers); 1 user account (shares drive items); First license $1.90; Additional license $1.90; Support: monthly. Source: NetDrive store. |
| Personal — Yearly | $21.90 per license / year | 14-day money-back guarantee; 1 user account; First license $21.90; Additional license $11.90 / year; Support: yearly. Source: NetDrive store. |
| Personal — Lifetime | $49.95 one-time (per license) | 14-day money-back guarantee; 1 user account; First license $49.95; Additional license $29.95; Support: 1 year (option for lifetime shown on v1 store); Source: NetDrive store. |
| Team — Monthly | $2.39 per license / month | 7-day free trial (start at accounts site); Multiple user accounts; First license $2.39; Additional license $2.39; Support: monthly; Minimum number of licenses: 2 (NetDrive v1 store). Source: NetDrive store. |
| Team — Yearly | $23.90 per license / year | 14-day money-back guarantee; Multiple user accounts; First license $23.90; Additional license $23.90 / year; Minimum number of licenses: 2. Source: NetDrive store. |
| Team — Lifetime | $139.40 one-time (per license) | 14-day money-back guarantee; Multiple user accounts; First license $139.40; Additional license $139.40; Minimum number of licenses: 2; Lifetime support/updates. Source: NetDrive store. |
