What is Google One, and is it worth it?

Google One is a cloud based subscription service that offers additional storage space for photos, videos and files alongwith some really useful perks. Here's everything you need to know about Google's paid storage service.

Google One plans start from Rs 130 per month. (Image Credit: Anurag Chawake/Indian Express)

Google One is a cloud based subscription service that offers additional storage space for all Google services like Gmail, Drive, and Photos along with some additional perks. Similar to other cloud storage services, there are various storage options to choose from, but Google is also bundling some plans with access to Gemini Advanced, its most powerful AI model to date.

What benefits do I get with Google One?

Apart from storage space, Google One subscription also comes with perks like unlimited high quality photo uploads on Google Photos, ability to share storage space with up to 5 family members, unlimited Magic Eraser saves, access to advanced Google Photos editing features and Dark Web Report,a feature the company says will soon be available for free to all.

How much does Google One cost?

Google One has several subscription plans to choose from that range from Rs 130 per month to Rs 1,950 per month. All of these plans are available with monthly billing options, but Google is offering 16 per cent discount for those who opt for the annual plans. From Basic to AI Premium, here’s a quick look at all Google One plans along with their prices.

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Plan name	Storage Space	Monthly price	Yearly price
Basic	100GB	Rs 130	Rs 1,300
Standard	200GB	Rs 210	Rs 2,100
	2TB	Rs 650	N/A
	5TB	Rs 1,625	Rs 16,250
Premium	10TB	Rs 3,250	N/A
	20TB	Rs 6,500	N/A
	30TB	Rs 9,750	N/A
AI Premium	2TB	Rs 1,950	N/A

Which Google One plan should I buy?

There is no best Google One plan, as your requirements may differ from others. If you have run out of the free 15GB storage quota and rarely upload photos to Google Photos or Google Drive, the Basic plan, which offers 100GB storage might be more than enough. It costs Rs 130 per month, but you can save Rs 260 if you opt for the annual subscription.

If you are willing to spend a bit more to get more storage, the Standard plan with 200GB storage might appeal to you. It is priced at Rs 210 per month. For those who want even more storage, check out the 2TB, 5TB, 10TB, 20TB and 30TB plans.

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In case you are fascinated by Gemini Advanced and want access to the company’s latest AI model and integration with other Google services like Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Slides and more, check out the Google One AI Premium plan, which offers 2TB storage and other benefits in the Premium plan.

Should I buy a Google One plan?

Google One may not be the cheapest cloud storage service on the planet, but its integration with other Google products and additional perks like unlimited photo upload, access to AI powered image editing features and the ability to share the space with other family members make it one of the best services that offers great bang for buck. If you are looking for a subscription to securely store all your files and photos on, Google One is the way to go.

Anurag Chawake

Anurag Chawake is a Senior Sub-Editor at indianexpress.com. His fascination with technology and computers goes back to the days of Windows 98. Since then, he has been tinkering with various operating systems, mobile phones, and other things. Anurag usually writes on a wide range of topics including Android, gaming, and PC hardware among other things related to consumer tech. His Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn user name is antechx. ... Read More

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