What is the difference between MEGA and Internxt?

MEGA is best for Users wanting encrypted cloud storage with generous free tier, while Internxt is best for Privacy-focused users wanting encrypted, open-source storage. MEGA starts at Free and Internxt starts at Free.

Is MEGA or Internxt cheaper?

MEGA starts at Free with a free tier. Internxt starts at Free with a free tier.

Is there a free alternative to Internxt?

Both MEGA and Internxt offer free tiers.

MEGA vs Internxt

MEGA is end-to-end encrypted cloud storage with 20GB free and zero-knowledge encryption, while Internxt is zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage with open-source code and European data hosting. Internxt is open source and can be self-hosted, giving you full control over your data. MEGA is built for users wanting encrypted cloud storage with generous free tier, whereas Internxt targets privacy-focused users wanting encrypted, open-source storage.

At a glance

	MEGA	Internxt
Best for	Users wanting encrypted cloud storage with generous free tier	Privacy-focused users wanting encrypted, open-source storage
Starting price	Free	Free
Free tier	✓	✓
Open source	—	✓
Free tier available	✓	✓
Open source	—	✓
20GB Free	✓	—
Chat	✓	—
E2E Encryption	✓	—
File Sharing	✓	—
Open Source	—	✓
Photo Backup	—	✓
S3 Compatible	—	✓
Zero-Knowledge	—	✓

MEGA

Strengths

End-to-end encryption by default — messages are unreadable even to the server operator
Includes 20GB Free as a core feature, purpose-built for file storage workflows
20 GB free — generous enough for most small teams to get real work done
Established product with 13+ years on the market and a mature ecosystem

Weaknesses

Free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade
Fewer built-in features means you may need additional tools to cover gaps
Syncing large folders can be slow and occasionally causes file conflicts
Limited team/admin features if your organization eventually scales up

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Internxt

Strengths

Open source and transparent
Zero-knowledge architecture means nobody — not even the company — can access your data
Fully open-source — you can self-host, audit the code, and avoid vendor lock-in
10 GB free — generous enough for most small teams to get real work done

Weaknesses

Free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade
Fewer built-in features means you may need additional tools to cover gaps
Syncing large folders can be slow and occasionally causes file conflicts
Community support can be slower than the dedicated support teams at commercial alternatives

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The bottom line

Pricing: Both tools offer free tiers, so you can test each before committing. MEGA's free plan: 20 GB free. Internxt's free plan: 10 GB free.

Feature gaps: MEGA offers 20GB Free, Chat and E2E Encryption that Internxt lacks. Internxt brings Open Source, Photo Backup and S3 Compatible that MEGA does not have.

Team fit: Both tools target individuals teams, so the decision hinges on features and workflow fit rather than scale.

Open source: Internxt is open source, meaning you can self-host, audit the code, and avoid vendor lock-in. MEGA is proprietary — you are trusting the vendor with your data and uptime.

Where each tool shines: MEGA's biggest strengths are: end-to-end encryption by default — messages are unreadable even to the server operator. includes 20gb free as a core feature, purpose-built for file storage workflows. Internxt's biggest strengths are: open source and transparent. zero-knowledge architecture means nobody — not even the company — can access your data.

Watch out for: With MEGA, users commonly note that free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade. With Internxt, the main complaint is that free plan exists but key features are locked behind the paid upgrade.

Choose MEGA if...

You need a tool built for users wanting encrypted cloud storage with generous free tier
You specifically need 20GB Free and Chat
You care about includes 20gb free as a core feature, purpose-built for file storage workflows
The free tier works for you: 20 gb free

Choose Internxt if...

You need a tool built for privacy-focused users wanting encrypted, open-source storage
You need self-hosting, data sovereignty, or the ability to audit source code
You specifically need Open Source and Photo Backup
You care about zero-knowledge architecture means nobody — not even the company — can access your data
The free tier works for you: 10 gb free