What users are saying about
510 Ratings
<a href='https://www.trustradius.com/static/about-trustradius-scoring' target='_blank' rel='nofollow noopener'>trScore algorithm: Learn more.</a>Score 8.6 out of 100
Based on 510 reviews and ratings
IBM Cloud Object Storage
<a href='https://www.trustradius.com/static/about-trustradius-scoring#question3' target='_blank' rel='nofollow noopener'>Customer Verified: Read more.</a>
Top Rated
452 Ratings
<a href='https://www.trustradius.com/static/about-trustradius-scoring' target='_blank' rel='nofollow noopener'>trScore algorithm: Learn more.</a>Score 8.6 out of 100
Based on 452 reviews and ratings
Feature Set Ratings
File Sharing & Management
8.6
Apple iCloud
86%

IBM Cloud Object Storage
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A
Apple iCloud ranks higher in 7/7 features
Apple iCloud ranks higher in 7/7 features
Versioning
8.2
82%
50 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Video files
9.1
91%
70 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Audio files
8.9
89%
67 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Document collaboration
8.5
85%
63 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Access control
7.9
79%
61 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
File search
8.6
86%
66 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Device sync
9.0
90%
73 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Cloud Storage Security & Administration
8.2
Apple iCloud
82%

IBM Cloud Object Storage
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A
Apple iCloud ranks higher in 3/3 features
Apple iCloud ranks higher in 3/3 features
User and role management
7.9
79%
54 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
File organization
8.1
81%
66 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Device management
8.5
85%
67 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Cloud Storage Platform
8.6
Apple iCloud
86%

IBM Cloud Object Storage
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A
Apple iCloud ranks higher in 3/3 features
Apple iCloud ranks higher in 3/3 features
Performance
8.8
88%
74 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Reliability
9.1
91%
74 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Storage Reports
7.9
79%
58 Ratings

N/A
0 Ratings
Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS)
Apple iCloud
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.1
IBM Cloud Object Storage
81%
IBM Cloud Object Storage ranks higher in 5/5 features
IBM Cloud Object Storage ranks higher in 5/5 features
Service-level Agreement (SLA) uptime
N/A
0 Ratings

8.2
82%
117 Ratings
Dynamic scaling
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
83%
119 Ratings
Elastic load balancing
N/A
0 Ratings

7.6
76%
116 Ratings
Monitoring tools
N/A
0 Ratings

7.8
78%
118 Ratings
Security controls
N/A
0 Ratings

8.8
88%
124 Ratings
Attribute Ratings
- Apple iCloud is rated higher in 3 areas: Likelihood to Recommend, Likelihood to Renew, Usability
- IBM Cloud Object Storage is rated higher in 1 area: Support Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
8.6
Apple iCloud
86%
74 Ratings

8.3
IBM Cloud Object Storage
83%
131 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
Apple iCloud
100%
4 Ratings

9.1
IBM Cloud Object Storage
91%
1 Rating
Usability
9.9
Apple iCloud
99%
21 Ratings

5.8
IBM Cloud Object Storage
58%
2 Ratings
Performance
8.2
Apple iCloud
82%
24 Ratings

IBM Cloud Object Storage
N/A
0 Ratings
Support Rating
7.5
Apple iCloud
75%
40 Ratings

8.4
IBM Cloud Object Storage
84%
7 Ratings
Online Training
Apple iCloud
N/A
0 Ratings

7.3
IBM Cloud Object Storage
73%
1 Rating
Implementation Rating
Apple iCloud
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
IBM Cloud Object Storage
83%
5 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
Apple iCloud
iCloud is also great to keep access to photos synced across devices. Ex: I can snap a photo at a job site and have access to that photo on my desktop when I return to my office. I can then drop the photo into a document that is stored in iCloud and have instant access to that document on my iPad at a client's office later in the day. Seamless transitions make life much easier.
Finance Director
Navigate BookkeepingFinancial Services, 1-10 employees
IBM Cloud Object Storage
File recovering and easy data management from various cloud storage systems and the cost-effective capability on this IBM platform are excellent. Security on the system for the multiple data that are handled through the platform is excellent and the user can easily access any needed data from the cloud and provide useful data reports as well as excellent real-time data analytics.
Frontend Architect Developer
VINCI EnergiesInformation Technology & Services, 10,001+ employees
Pros
Apple iCloud
- Syncing files, appointments, Notes and contacts. If I'm away from home, and set an appointment using my phone, that appointment automatically updates real time to my home laptop and vice-versa.
- It stores files (e.g photos) nicely
- Once it's set up, it's fairly easy to use.
Learning & Organizational Development Manager
My personal lifeFinancial Services, 5001-10,000 employees
IBM Cloud Object Storage
- Cloud storage allows you to save data and files in an off-site location that you access either through the public internet or a dedicated private network connection.
- Cloud storage delivers a cost-effective, scalable alternative to storing files on on-premise hard drives or storage networks.
- Cloud storage services provide elasticity, which means you can scale capacity as your data volumes increase or dial down capacity if necessary.
- Business continuity of Storing data offsite supports business continuity in the event that a natural disaster or terrorist attack cuts access to your premises.
Business Analyst
MPAE-Learning, 51-200 employees
Cons
Apple iCloud
- Customization - iCloud is great at the stuff it does well. But it lacks features that some competitors (in Google Drive or Dropbox) do really well. API support for third-party apps is really great for some other people.
- Remote use - Managing or accessing information from iCloud while not on one of your logged-in apple devices can sometimes be an issue. From a work computer for example. It doable, but the experience is much less user-friendly.
- Ability to edit documents on the cloud similar to google docs or some other competitors
IT Consultant
Self-EmployedInformation Technology and Services, 1-10 employees
IBM Cloud Object Storage
- Unexpected errors are known to occur when downloading/uploading files.
- Not easy to get started. In order to take full advantage of the platform and its features, additional training and reading documentation is needed.
- The UI of the platform can get a bit confusing and it's easy to get lost.
RPA Developer
InnoviorManagement Consulting, 11-50 employees
Pricing Details
Apple iCloud
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
$0.99 per month
Apple iCloud Editions & Modules
Edition
50GB | $0.991 |
---|---|
200GB | $2.991 |
2TB | $9.991 |
- per month
Additional Pricing Details
—IBM Cloud Object Storage
General
Free Trial
Yes
Free/Freemium Version
Yes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
$0 Up to 25 GB/mo. For all terms go to https://www.ibm.com/cloud/object-storage
IBM Cloud Object Storage Editions & Modules
Edition
Lite Plan | Free1 |
---|---|
Standard Plan | There is no minimum fee, pay only for what you use2 |
- Up to 25 GB/mo. For all terms go to https://www.ibm.com/cloud/object-storage
- For pricing and all terms go to https://www.ibm.com/cloud/object-storage
Additional Pricing Details
The Lite and Standard service plans for Cloud Object Storage include resiliency options, flexible data classes and built-in security. Pricing is based on your choice of location, storage class and resiliency choice.Likelihood to Renew
Apple iCloud
Apple iCloud 10.0
Based on 4 answers
It's so seamless that I can't imagine another product doing a better job synchronizing all of my devices. I simply do not think about it at all. Everything happens behind the scenes and I'm confident that Apple keeps my data safe and secure. I'm a happy customer as far as this is concerned. I have not had a bad experience with this service.

Verified User
Director in Information Technology
Computer Software Company, 11-50 employeesIBM Cloud Object Storage
IBM Cloud Object Storage 9.1
Based on 1 answer
No answer on this topic is available.
Usability
Apple iCloud
Apple iCloud 9.9
Based on 21 answers
While it may be great to use with other Apple products, I find it's an absolutist-style workflow to be debilitating and to lead to many problems. When you sign into the cloud, it completely takes over your device in many ways that you don't notice at first until there is a problem.
Graduate Research Assistant
Western Kentucky UniversityHigher Education, 1001-5000 employees
IBM Cloud Object Storage
IBM Cloud Object Storage 5.8
Based on 2 answers
steep learning curve

Verified User
Analyst in Engineering
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing Company, 1001-5000 employeesPerformance
Apple iCloud
Apple iCloud 8.2
Based on 24 answers
Occasionally, large files that haven't yet been synced require a few minutes to pull down but I've rarely noticed delays. It does a good job of keeping data cached on my local machines while updating them with changes from other machines transparently.
Senior Digital Strategist
LullabotInternet, 51-200 employees
IBM Cloud Object Storage
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
Apple iCloud
Apple iCloud 7.5
Based on 40 answers
Apple customer service is fantastic. iCloud is built with Apple in mind and its design is extremely intuitive and user-friendly. Additionally, whenever our team has encountered issues, the speed of Apple support has been more than timely in addressing our issues and solving our request. We have encountered relatively few issues in my time with the platform and this only improves our overall score for those who keep the platform stable.
Customer Account Manager
QuadPrinting, 10,001+ employees
IBM Cloud Object Storage
IBM Cloud Object Storage 8.4
Based on 7 answers
I have been working in IT sector for more than 15 years. I have worked with various vendors. IBM's sales team, support team have been really helpful. After we start to use their product, their UX design team also contacted us to get feedback from us. They are really interested about our experience.
IT Manager
Nation FarmChemicals, 51-200 employees
Online Training
Apple iCloud
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
IBM Cloud Object Storage
IBM Cloud Object Storage 7.3
Based on 1 answer
I just researching and applying the tools on their platforms to ensure a good learning path, based on my needs. Reading the documentation related with resources, tools. Is too big, but I am trying to know more about it every day. It is a good way to know more about their resources. A new way to attract new customers. At the end of the day, we are all involved in improvement and automation of our tasks and resources for customers and end-users.

Verified User
Manager in Research & Development
Information Technology & Services Company, 1-10 employeesImplementation Rating
Apple iCloud
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
IBM Cloud Object Storage
IBM Cloud Object Storage 8.3
Based on 5 answers
IBM's professional service for migrating data and implementing new cloud environment was perfect. They started to help us before we begin to bring together all data such as how can it could be best to transfer all data without problems. During the migration they watched all the process closely to prevent any failure. Lastly, after the migration, they gave us trainings on implementation.
IT Manager
Nation FarmChemicals, 51-200 employees
Alternatives Considered
Apple iCloud
Apple does offer an alternative to Office & the Google Docs family but trusting to use it with both internal and external parties is tough. Google is more universal and easier for 3rd parties to collaborate with. Apple works well for a closed internal group that is native to Apple's ecosystem.Google offers more storage space than Apple

Verified User
Team Lead in Other
Computer Software Company, 11-50 employeesIBM Cloud Object Storage
I consider that it is easy to learn, intuitive, easy to administer, has high data handling capacity, satisfactory performance in large volumes of records
CTO
AUDINSAInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
Return on Investment
Apple iCloud
- If I lose track of my credentials or my continuing education documentation, I could end up not being able to renew my certification. This would lead to a major loss in revenue.
- Time is money and having all of my required documents easily accessible in iCloud saves me time and allows me to work more efficiently.
- My Apple devices were certainly not cheap purchases. iCloud has allowed me to maximize my productivity through synchronizing my work no matter which device I'm working on.

Verified User
Professional in Other
Hospital & Health Care Company, 1001-5000 employeesIBM Cloud Object Storage
- This allows us to recommend a platform to our clients that will quickly help them create new, efficient business processes with very little development.
- This saves clients hours and days of manual analysis of images, allowing the system to do the work when attaching Object Storage to models.
- There is a learning curve in utilizing the storage and the modeling, but once up and running, it works well during deployment.
Director of Worldwide Strategic Consulting
Destiny CorporationInformation Services, 51-200 employees