Google One is Google’s subscription-based cloud storage service, available in several tiers at varying monthly fees. Each Google account starts with 15 gigabytes of free storage, shared across Google Drive, Google Photos, and Gmail. However, as users accumulate videos, high-resolution photos, and work files, this initial storage may quickly fill up. Google One allows subscribers to share storage with family members, but the service offers more than just additional space.
For alternatives, users can explore other cloud storage options, or look into adjusting their data storage habits.
Google One Pricing and Features
Google One offers five main tiers:
- Basic Plan (100 GB): $2/month or $20/year. Shareable with up to five family members.
- Premium Plan (2 TB): $10/month or $100/year. Includes family sharing, unlimited Magic Editor saves in Google Photos, 10% back on purchases from the Google Store, and Google Workspace premium features.
- AI Pro Plan (2 TB): $20/month (no annual plan). Accesses Google’s advanced AI features alongside all Premium Plan benefits.
- AI Ultra (30 TB): $250/month (US only for now). Provides the highest level of AI features, including video generation models and YouTube Premium.
For those who exceed the 2 TB limit, options to upgrade to a 5 TB or 10 TB plan are available.
Google One Benefits
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Family Sharing: Allows five family members to share the same storage while keeping their files private.
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Magic Editor: This feature helps enhance photos using generative AI, allowing for easy adjustments and edits.
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Cash Back on Purchases: With the Premium Plan, users earn 10% back in Google Store credit on purchases.
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Google Workspace Premium: Provides enhanced functionality in tools like Google Meet and Calendar.
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Gemini Pro: Offers access to advanced AI models useful for coding, creative work, video generation from text prompts, and more.
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Flow Pro & Whisk Pro: Tools for video creation and editing using AI capabilities.
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NotebookLM Pro: Enhances note-taking features with customizable audio overviews and collaborative tools.
For subscribers to the AI Ultra plan, additional perks include early access to AI features in the Chrome browser, a subscription to YouTube Premium, and special services like Nest Aware and Fitbit Premium (currently only in the UK).
How to Subscribe to Google One
To subscribe, create or log into a Google account, then visit the Google One website or download the app from Android or iOS.
