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Storj vs Tresorit

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Storj

File Storage

S3-compatible object storage distributed in encrypted pieces across independently operated nodes

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tresorit logo

Tresorit

File Storage

Store, sync, and share sensitive files with end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Storj billing includes a per segment charge and every object consumes at least one segment, so a bucket holding millions of small files can cost several times what the four dollar per terabyte headline implies.; Tresorit actual prices are hidden and users must initiate a free trial to see costs
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Storj and Tresorit actually diverge.

Attributes where Storj and Tresorit differ
AttributeStorjTresorit
Pricing modelPer terabyte per monthsubscription
PlatformsWeb, API, Linux, macOS, WindowsWeb

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (File Storage).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Storj

  • Erasure coded distribution
  • Client side encryption
  • S3-compatible gateway
  • Native uplink access
  • Object Lock and versioning
  • Storj Select

Only in Tresorit

Nothing recorded that Storj does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Storj

  • An offsite backup or archive target where the data is large, written once and occasionally restorednot Tresorit
  • Serving large media files internationally without paying hyperscaler egress ratesnot Tresorit
  • Storing data where the objection to AWS, Azure or Google is jurisdiction and concentration rather than costnot Tresorit
  • A second, independent copy of a dataset that already lives in a hyperscaler bucketnot Tresorit

Tresorit

  • Secure file storage and sharing for businessesnot Storj
  • Zero-knowledge encryption for confidential filesnot Storj
  • Team collaboration with enhanced securitynot Storj

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Storj

  • Billing includes a per segment charge and every object consumes at least one segment, so a bucket holding millions of small files can cost several times what the four dollar per terabyte headline implies.
  • Reconstructing an object requires responses from dozens of independent nodes, so time to first byte is noticeably higher than a centralised bucket and it is a poor fit behind a latency sensitive read path.
  • Performance depends on the mix of node operators serving you at that moment rather than on a datacentre you can raise a ticket against, so slow reads are diagnosed statistically rather than fixed.
  • The hosted S3 gateway terminates encryption on Storj infrastructure, so using the convenient access path gives up the end to end encryption that is the main architectural argument for the service.
  • The S3 gateway is compatible rather than identical, so tools that lean on less common API calls, multipart edge cases or unusual header behaviour need testing before you commit a workload to it.

Tresorit

  • Actual prices are hidden and users must initiate a free trial to see costs
  • No transparent per-user pricing visible on the pricing page
  • Storage scaling from 6TB is unclear; variable costs based on team size not specified
  • Enterprise pricing requires contacting sales for any custom deployment details

Pricing, plan by plan

Storj

Free
  • Free trialFree
    • 25 GB stored
    • 25 GB egress per month
    • No card required to start
  • Storj$4/month
    • 4 USD per terabyte stored per month
    • 7 USD per terabyte of egress
    • Per segment fee on top of stored volume

Tresorit

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Tresorit review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Storj if

  • You need erasure coded distribution.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, API, Linux, macOS, Windows.
  • You also want client side encryption.
Storj review

Choose Tresorit if

  • You want to start without paying.
Tresorit review

Questions people ask

Is Storj or Tresorit better?
Neither clearly leads. Storj starts at Free and Tresorit at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Storj or Tresorit?
Storj starts at Free and Tresorit at Free.
Does Storj or Tresorit run on more platforms?
Storj runs on Web, API, Linux, macOS, Windows. Tresorit runs on Web.
Can I use Storj for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Storj best used for?
Storj is most often used for an offsite backup or archive target where the data is large, written once and occasionally restored, serving large media files internationally without paying hyperscaler egress rates, storing data where the objection to aws, azure or google is jurisdiction and concentration rather than cost, a second, independent copy of a dataset that already lives in a hyperscaler bucket. Of those, an offsite backup or archive target where the data is large, written once and occasionally restored and serving large media files internationally without paying hyperscaler egress rates are not what Tresorit is typically brought in for.
What can Storj do that Tresorit cannot?
Storj covers Erasure coded distribution, Client side encryption, S3-compatible gateway, Native uplink access.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Storj: Why is my bill higher than four dollars per terabyte?

Almost always the per segment fee. Objects are split into segments and small files each consume one, so a few million tiny objects generate a segment charge that dwarfs the storage line.

Tresorit: How much does Tresorit for Business cost?

Tresorit does not publish pricing on their business pricing page. Instead, pricing is revealed only after you start a 14-day free trial (payment information required upfront). The plans offered are Professional (1 user), Business (3+ users), Business Pro (5+ users), and Enterprise (custom). Contact their sales team or start a trial to see specific prices.

Source
Storj: Can node operators read my data?

No. Files are encrypted client side and each operator holds only an erasure coded fragment, which is not a readable portion of the file.

Tresorit: Does Tresorit offer a free trial?

Yes, Tresorit offers a 14-day free trial with full feature access for any plan. Payment information is required upfront to start the trial.

Source
Storj: Is there a minimum retention period?

No. You are billed for what you store while you store it, unlike several competitors that bill a ninety day minimum whatever you delete.

Storj: Is it fast enough to serve a website from?

For large files with parallel reads, yes. For many small objects where time to first byte matters, put a CDN in front of it or use something centralised.

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