NetDrive

NetDrive mounts remote storage so files appear in Windows Explorer or macOS Finder alongside local files. Its File Browser provides another way to work with remote files: users can open, download, rename, and delete them without mounting a drive. NetDrive 3 also supports background uploads and file locking, which prevents other users from deleting, renaming, or overwriting locked files. Team maintainers can configure and publish shared drives for members. Listed connections include Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, MEGA, Google Cloud Storage, Amazon S3, Azure, Backblaze B2, WebDAV, FTP, and SFTP. NetDrive lists Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, while its download page provides Windows and macOS versions and a seven-day evaluation. NetDrive 3 requires a Bdrive account ID and an internet connection while in use. A license covers one device at a time; concurrent use on additional devices requires more licenses. Pricing starts at $3.90/mo, and a free plan is not offered. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.

NetDrive combines mounted remote storage with a browser for managing files without a mount. Consider its account, connection, and per-device license requirements, along with the paid pricing, when deciding whether it fits your setup.

NetDrive suits people who want remote storage to work through a desktop file manager or its own File Browser. Team drives and file locking may also suit groups sharing files.

NetDrive connects remote storage to desktop file managers, with a separate browser for file operations. It best suits people who regularly work with cloud or network files and teams that need shared drives or file locking. Its broad range of storage connections is useful, but account, internet, and per-device licensing requirements limit its appeal.

Overview

NetDrive mounts remote storage so files appear in Windows Explorer or macOS Finder, and its persistent mounts suit workflows that revisit the same locations. If you do not need a mounted drive, the File Browser can open, download, rename, and delete remote files instead.

Supported connections include Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, MEGA, Google Cloud Storage, Amazon S3, Azure, Backblaze B2, WebDAV, FTP, and SFTP. That mix makes NetDrive a flexible fit for people moving between consumer cloud services and server-oriented storage. NetDrive 3 requires a Bdrive account ID and an internet connection while in use, so it is not a solution for offline access to remote files.

Key features

Mounted access and file management

Using Explorer or Finder can fit remote files into familiar desktop workflows without changing where those files are stored. The File Browser provides an alternative for individual file tasks without mounting a drive, though it does not remove the account or connectivity requirement.

Team drives and file locking

Team maintainers can configure and publish drives that appear in members’ drive lists, which gives teams a shared way to organize access. Users can also lock files so others cannot delete, rename, or overwrite them. These controls matter for collaborative work, but a team must weigh them against the minimum license requirements of team plans.

Background uploads and local data

NetDrive 3 can upload files to remote storage in the background, which is useful when an upload need not occupy the foreground workflow. NetDrive also stores temporary performance data on local disk. Its help page says logs contain no credential information and sensitive file names in verbose logs are encrypted, but users should still account for local storage when choosing where to run it.

Pricing

NetDrive has no free plan, but both personal and team trials run for seven days. The Personal free trial costs nothing for seven days and includes one user, one license, unlimited speed, and unlimited drive items. The Team free trial costs nothing for seven days and allows up to three licenses, making it a short evaluation option for a small group.

The Personal Monthly subscription costs $3.90 a month, with one user account and one license; extra licenses are $1.95 a year. The Team Monthly subscription costs $4.90 a month, requires at least two licenses, and charges 3.9 USD per year for each added license. Both monthly plans include a seven-day trial for new customers. The monthly options suit users who prefer a lower commitment, but the displayed billing terms are unusual: the page shows “$ 3.9 / Year” and “$ 4.9 / Year” even though the plans are priced per month.

The Personal Yearly subscription costs $29.90 a year for one user account and one license, with extra licenses at $14.95 a year. The Team Yearly subscription costs $34.90 a year, requires at least two licenses, and adds licenses at 27.9 USD per year. Both yearly plans include a 14-day money-back guarantee. They are a better fit for established workflows than month-to-month plans, while the team option’s minimum makes it less suitable for a solo user.

For one-time payment, Personal Lifetime / 1 year support costs $69.95, paid once and includes one license, one user account, and one year of support; support extension options are shown. Personal Lifetime costs $129.95, paid once for one license and one user account with lifetime support. Team Lifetime costs $149, paid once, requires at least two licenses, and includes lifetime support and software updates. Each lifetime plan includes a 14-day money-back guarantee. Subscription plans include support and updates for the subscription period; the team lifetime plan includes them for life. The lower-cost personal lifetime option gives up lifetime support, while team plans are only worthwhile if multiple users need licenses.

Platforms

The download page lists Windows and macOS versions, as well as Android and iOS entries. NetDrive’s persistent mounts are supported on Windows and macOS, making those the clearest fit for desktop file-manager workflows.

Who it's for

NetDrive is a strong match for individuals who want remote storage to behave more like local files in Explorer or Finder, and for teams that need published shared drives or file locking. Its many storage connections also suit people working across cloud providers and file-transfer protocols. Look elsewhere if you need offline access, a free ongoing plan, or concurrent use of one license on multiple devices: each license can be used on only one device at a time, and additional concurrent devices require additional licenses.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Persistent mounts and a separate file browser support two distinct remote-file workflows.
• Pros: Connections span consumer cloud services, cloud storage platforms, and protocols including WebDAV, FTP, and SFTP.
• Pros: Team drives and file locking add practical shared-work controls.
• Pros: Personal and team plans offer monthly, yearly, and one-time payment options.
• Cons: NetDrive 3 requires an account and internet access while in use, ruling out offline remote-file access.
• Cons: A license covers one concurrent device, so users switching among devices may need more licenses.
• Cons: There is no free ongoing plan, and team plans require at least two licenses.

Alternatives

For a broader directory of comparable tools, see Virtual Drive Software and WebDAV Client Software.

Arsenal Image Mounter is a better fit for Linux or Windows users focused on disk-image mounting, BitLocker tools, and temporary write support; its free mode contrasts with a 1 Year Plan at $907 a year.

RaiDrive is worth considering if a free option matters: Standard is $0, and its Education 2024 plan is free for accredited educational institutions with eight drives, ads, and forum support.

Alcohol 52% is a Windows alternative with a free edition and a 15-day trial, rather than NetDrive’s remote-storage focus.

CDEmu is a free Linux optical-drive and disc emulator for users who need that specific function instead of remote storage mounts.

DAEMON Tools Lite offers basic imaging functionality at no cost, with partner offers and limited support; its personal lifetime option costs $29.99, paid once.

ExpanDrive offers a free personal-use plan for up to 10 users or devices per year, which may suit someone prioritizing a free tier over NetDrive’s paid plans.

gBurner Virtual Drive is a free Windows utility for up to 16 virtual drives, rather than a remote-storage tool.

ImgDrive is another Windows option for readers comparing virtual-drive software.

Verdict

Choose NetDrive if you want persistent remote-storage mounts in Explorer or Finder, need a browser for file operations without mounting, or value team drives and file locking. Its broad connections and flexible license terms are balanced by a required account and internet connection, no free ongoing tier, and one-device-at-a-time licensing. If those constraints do not fit your workflow, a free alternative or a tool focused on disk images may be the better choice.