Cloud storage
TransferSize vs Google Drive
Google Drive is for storing and working on files together. TransferSize is for sending a finished file to someone.
Side by side
| Topic | TransferSize | Google Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Main job | Send a finished file | Store, share and edit files 2 |
| Largest file | 50 GB free, 500 GB on Premium | Up to 5 TB, if you have the space 1 |
| Account to send | Not needed | Google account required 2 |
| Link access | Anyone with the link, with an optional password | Depends on the file’s sharing settings 2 |
| Expiry | Links expire on a date you choose | Files stay shared until changed 2 |
Which to use
Use TransferSize when
- You send a finished file once.
- Your recipient shouldn’t have to request access.
- You want a password and an expiry date on the link.
Use Google Drive when
- You collaborate in Docs and Sheets.
- Files should stay shared long-term.
- Everyone already has a Google account.
Sources
Google Drive information checked on September 26, 2026. We compare published limits, not speed tests. How we compare.
Updated September 26, 2026