Google Drive vs Obsidian
Side-by-side comparison to help you choose
| Feature | Google Drive | Obsidian |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| App Store | 4.8 | |
| Google Play | 4.3 | 4.1 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Downloads | 10B+ | 1M+ |
| Size | 399 MB | |
| In-App Purchases | ||
| Requires Internet | ||
| Age Rating | Everyone | Everyone |
| Developer | Google LLC | Dynalist Inc. |
Choose Google Drive if...
Google Drive remains the default choice for cloud storage, especially for those embedded in the Google ecosystem, but recent stability issues and confusing interface changes mean power users may want to wait for patches or consider alternatives. It’s ideal for students and casual users needing reliable backup, but professionals managing large media libraries should be wary of current upload reliability issues on mobile.
Choose Obsidian if...
Obsidian is essential for knowledge workers, writers, and researchers who want a future-proof, local-first note system and don't mind a learning curve. However, mobile users needing reliable text editing should wait for bug fixes or consider alternatives until the selection and UI issues are resolved. Best used as a companion to the desktop version rather than a standalone mobile solution.