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Apple iCloud

Overview

What is Apple iCloud?

Apple iCloud is a document management software offering from Apple. It includes features such as access to music, photos, calendars, contacts, and documents, and it is built into every new iOS device.

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Apple iCloud is relied upon by users to securely store and backup their photos, videos, and other media files. This provides peace of mind …
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Apple iCloud Review

10 out of 10
July 29, 2021
Incentivized
I use Apple iCloud and have used it for a long time now. I use it to back up everything across multiple platforms. It has my contacts, …
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Popular Features

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  • Reliability (74)
    9.6
    96%
  • Performance (74)
    9.6
    96%
  • Device sync (73)
    9.4
    94%
  • Video files (70)
    9.2
    92%
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Pricing

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50GB

$0.99

Cloud
per month

200GB

$2.99

Cloud
per month

2TB

$9.99

Cloud
per month

Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Features

File Sharing & Management

Features that allow collaborators to view, work on, and organize files.

9.1
Avg 8.5

Cloud Storage Security & Administration

Features related to security and administration for cloud storage platforms

8.7
Avg 8.7

Cloud Storage Platform

Features around the functionality of the cloud storage platform.

9.4
Avg 8.6
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Product Details

What is Apple iCloud?

Apple iCloud Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationNo

Frequently Asked Questions

Apple iCloud is a document management software offering from Apple. It includes features such as access to music, photos, calendars, contacts, and documents, and it is built into every new iOS device.

Reviewers rate File search highest, with a score of 9.7.

The most common users of Apple iCloud are from Small Businesses (1-50 employees).
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Reviews and Ratings

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Community Insights

TrustRadius Insights are summaries of user sentiment data from TrustRadius reviews and, when necessary, 3rd-party data sources. Have feedback on this content? Let us know!

Apple iCloud is relied upon by users to securely store and backup their photos, videos, and other media files. This provides peace of mind for nomadic travelers and ensures data security for business endeavors. Business teams find value in iCloud as it serves as an additional data repository, automatically backing up media files like photos, mobile settings, calendars, and contacts. This ensures accessibility from any device and promotes collaboration within the team. The standout feature of iCloud is the ability to access documents, photos, music, and videos from any device, making it convenient for presentations and effective teamwork. It is particularly popular among all-Mac shops due to its seamless syncing and compatibility with various Mac and iOS apps. Additionally, iCloud facilitates the syncing of videos, photos, and documents across different Apple devices, allowing for easy editing and sharing. Organizations utilize iCloud for storage and synchronization of documents and applications on Apple devices, especially in fieldwork scenarios and BYOD environments. Individual users appreciate iCloud for its quick on-the-go backup of mobile files and the convenience of accessing files from any Apple device. In educational settings, iCloud enhances learning experiences by creating cloud backups of Apple applications, enabling students to access their documents from different devices.

Users have provided several recommendations for using Apple iCloud. The most common recommendations are as follows: Start with the small storage option to test compatibility, be fully invested in the Apple system for optimal use, consider pricing and multi-platform access when choosing a storage plan. Additionally, it is recommended to consistently back up devices, check compatibility with current device ecosystem, configure settings for automated backups, and be cautious with settings to avoid unintended consequences. Users emphasize that Apple iCloud is a reliable tool for keeping data safe and accessible but caution that iCloud Drive may not be suitable for non-Apple users.

Attribute Ratings

Reviews

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May 06, 2021

It's Not Stormy For Apple iCloud

Jeff Henkel | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jeff Henkel
Owner
HighRoad Accounting (Accounting, 1-10 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
9
I really don't see any lag time when I access files from Apple iCloud. Files are accessible immediately from what I can see. Honestly, I probably don't access large content files very often so that may be a factor. In addition, I have never noticed iCloud being the cause of any slow access to a file or slow down any of my computers or mobile devices.
September 17, 2019

Apple iCloud - a Less Good Google Docs

Sarah Bandy | TrustRadius Reviewer
Sarah Bandy
Executive Director
Youth Empowerment through Arts and Humanities (Non-Profit Organization Management, 1-10 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
8
Apple iCloud is definitely a reliable storage and data management system. We haven't experienced many lags in loading or sharing, and they very quickly sync once you upload them into your personal iCloud. I haven't noticed any slowing down of other software or systems while using Apple iCloud - and they have great customer service.
February 22, 2019

Best in class.

Verified User
Analyst in Corporate
Banking Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
8
With all Apple devices, its performance is very good. I can quickly sign in to my account and access my data very easily. In rare cases, It took time to switch from one folder to other, but in general, it is quite quick. Outside of the Apple ecosystem, this software does not work with any other software.
February 22, 2019

iCloud: Fantastic cloud storage for a single user

Jeff Eaton | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jeff Eaton
Senior Digital Strategist
Lullabot (Internet, 51-200 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
8
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.
February 21, 2019

LOVE!

Emily Hammell | TrustRadius Reviewer
Emily Hammell
Marketing and Social Media Coordinator
Becovic Management Group (Real Estate, 11-50 employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
9
Load time is great, it automatically updates my files, great to have if I lose/break a computer or phone. Easy to manage the files and organize files. Never have an issue—very reliable. Very affordable. Can't be beat for Apple users!
February 21, 2019

Apple iCloud - Strictly Personal, For Productivity - Look Elsewhere.

Verified User
Team Lead in Other
Computer Software Company, 11-50 employees
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
6
Apple has a spotty track record for loading speeds and connectivity for its own cloud services in India. It just seems like they haven't had the needs to do a major investment for iCloud in India where the market share for them is minuscule. While some of their services like Siri has improved drastically, the likes of Google and Microsoft have a much more entrenched presence here.
February 21, 2019

Apple iCloud for the win

Verified User
Professional in Other
Hospital & Health Care Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
8
Apple iCloud generally works pretty flawlessly when using it within the Apple ecosystem. There have been a few times that I have noticed the online user interface of Apple iCloud to load rather slowly. I would imagine that this also depends on other factors such as, internet connection quality and the type of stored data that's being retrieved.
February 16, 2019

Cloud Storage and Device Management All in One

Michael Timms | TrustRadius Reviewer
Michael Timms
Network Administrator II
iQor (Telecommunications, 10,001+ employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
8
I am giving iCloud this rating because even though I do not like it, it is still an excellent platform. It is very secure, relatively fast and it does work. For a tech-savvy user, iCloud would be an ideal choice. I do not like the fact that iCloud locks your device to your personal iCloud, and I would prefer if this was optional.
February 14, 2019

Mac Users, Get iCloud!

Shawngela Pierce | TrustRadius Reviewer
Shawngela Pierce
Law of Attraction, Meditation & Spiritual Life Coach | Public Speaker
Seek Within You (Professional Training & Coaching, 1-10 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Performance
8
Apple iCloud is great at syncing but with large files, it tends to take a long time. Also, for older Macs it tends to slow down the computer. Besides these two factors, I really love the service and the ability to sync all of my Apple devices in a seamless fashion.
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