Is IDrive or CrashPlan better for small business?

CrashPlan is better for small business backup — it's designed specifically for business endpoint protection with unlimited storage per device, unlimited file version history, and compliance-friendly retention. IDrive is better for families or individuals wanting to back up multiple devices (up to 5 devices on personal plans) at a lower price. CrashPlan is more expensive but built for business compliance needs.

Does IDrive back up multiple computers?

Yes — IDrive plans support multiple devices. IDrive Personal (from $99.50/year) allows backup of up to 5 computers/phones/tablets. IDrive Business plans add more devices. This multi-device support at a personal plan price is one of IDrive's strongest advantages over Backblaze, which charges per-computer. For families or users with several devices, IDrive offers better value per device.

IDrive vs CrashPlan (2026): Multi-Device Personal Backup vs Business Endpoint Protection

By ToolVS Research Team · Updated April 10, 2026

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Quick Answer

IDrive wins for individuals and families needing to back up multiple devices affordably — $99.50/year for 5 devices across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. CrashPlan wins for small businesses that need unlimited storage per device, indefinite file version history, and compliance-grade backup with centralized management.

IDrive

8.7/10

Best for multi-device personal backup

CrashPlan

8.5/10

Best for business endpoint backup

Feature Comparison

Feature	IDrive	CrashPlan
Pricing	$99.50/year (5TB, 5 devices)	$10/device/month (unlimited storage)
Storage Limit	2TB-100TB plans	Unlimited per device
Devices	Up to 5 (personal), more (business)	Unlimited devices (business)
Mobile Backup	Yes — iOS and Android	No mobile backup
File Versions	30 versions per file	Unlimited version history
Linux Support	Limited	Yes — full Linux support
Admin Console	Basic	Yes — centralized business console
Best For	Families, individuals, small teams	SMBs, compliance-heavy industries

Which do you use?

IDrive

CrashPlan

Who Should Choose What?

→ Choose IDrive if:

You want to back up multiple personal computers plus phones on one plan. You need to back up iOS or Android mobile devices. Your annual data doesn't exceed IDrive's storage tier. You want a lower annual cost than per-device pricing. You're an individual, family, or small team without strict compliance requirements.

→ Choose CrashPlan if:

You run a small business and need unlimited storage per device without worrying about storage quotas. You need indefinite file version history for compliance or legal hold. You want Linux workstation backup. You need centralized admin management of all employee endpoints. You're in a regulated industry where backup retention policies matter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CrashPlan still exist after being discontinued for home users?

CrashPlan discontinued its consumer/home backup product in 2018 and now focuses exclusively on business and SMB backup (CrashPlan for Small Business). If you remember using CrashPlan for Home, that product is gone — but CrashPlan for Small Business continues as a strong option for companies. The business product starts at $10/device/month with unlimited storage, unlimited version history, and a business admin console. For home users, Backblaze ($99/year) is the most common CrashPlan for Home replacement.

Is IDrive good for Mac backup?

Yes — IDrive supports Mac backup with a native macOS app. It backs up documents, photos, videos, and can also back up external drives connected to your Mac. IDrive also supports Mac mobile devices (iPhone, iPad). The Mac app performance is generally good, though some users report slower initial backup speeds compared to Backblaze. IDrive's advantage for Mac users is the multi-device plan — you can back up multiple Macs plus iPhones for one annual fee, which Backblaze can't match without paying per-computer.

Editor's Take

The honest answer nobody wants to hear: Idrive and Crashplan are both solid choices. You won't regret either one. What you WILL regret is spending weeks researching instead of just picking one and starting.

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Last updated: April 10, 2026