The verdict
On the data we hold, it's close: neither pulls ahead on features, a free plan or AI access. The choice comes down to how you work.
What the data says
- Both have a free plan, so you can try each before you pay.
- Both have an API and an MCP server, so either works with AI employees.
- In our Tech stack ranking, Google Drive places 24 and Softr 36 of 72.
Side by side
| At a glance | SOSoftr | |
|---|---|---|
| Starts at | €6.80/mo | $19/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| MCP server | Yes | Yes |
| Links |
Plans and pricing
Google Drive
- Google account (free)Every Google Account comes with up to 15 GB of storage.Free
- Google Workspace StarterBusiness email, 30 GB pooled storage per person, video meetings with 100 participants.€81.60/yr/seat
- Google Workspace Standard2 TB storage per person, meeting recording and 150 participants.€163.20/yr/seat
- Google Workspace Plus5 TB storage per person, attendance tracking and 500 participants.€253.20/yr/seat
SO
Softr
- Basicindividuals powering work productivity$19/mo
- Prosmall teams building operational tools$99/mo
- Businesscompanies building advanced systems at scale$329/mo
Prices as the vendors list them. They change often; the final price is on their sites.
Who each is for
Choose Google Drive if…
Small teams and agencies that share files with clients and colleagues and already work in Docs, Sheets and Gmail.
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