Compare HERO vs. Proton Drive

HERO revolutionizes document management by combining the freedom of text editing with the structured capabilities of databases in one collaborative workspace. Its platform empowers teams to create, organize, and manage documents at scale, all while enhancing efficiency with real-time collaboration and instant content previews. Smart sections and definitions tooltips make navigating complex documents easy, while cross-referencing features allow rapid movement between related information. Context-aware autocompletion speeds up typing and reduces errors, while firing shortcuts and hotkeys support lightning-fast execution. HERO integrates seamlessly with the tools teams already use, including Slack, GitHub, AWS, and MongoDB, enabling a unified workflow. The built-in AI helper can draft, review, or refine content, while automation features streamline repetitive tasks. Task management tools keep responsibilities clear and progress on track, ensuring no detail is overlooked. With enhanced security and accessibility features, HERO supports a wide range of professional needs and accommodates diverse working styles.

Proton Drive is the secure workspace for storing sensitive data and collaborating with confidence across teams, clients, and external partners. With full end-to-end encryption, you can share files, contracts, and business documents securely — and stay in control at all times. Set passwords, expiration dates, or revoke access instantly. Files are encrypted on your device before upload, and only you and your collaborators can access them. Even Proton can’t see your data. Each user gets 1 TB of storage, and you can scale as your organization grows. Proton Drive is developed in Switzerland by the makers of Proton Mail. We’re independent, built on privacy-first principles, and free from Big Tech surveillance, lock-in, or monetization of user data. We offer more than secure storage: - Real-time collaboration with Proton Docs - Granular sharing controls for external and internal access - File recovery for peace of mind - Cross-device access, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android We also help you meet compliance requirements out of the box. Proton Drive supports: - GDPR, HIPAA, DORA, NIS2, and ISO 27001 - Independently audited SOC 2 Type II compliance - No complex setup or third-party integrations required. By choosing Proton Drive, you show your clients, partners, and regulators that privacy and security are built into your workflows — not an afterthought.