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At a Glance
Box
Box
Star Rating
(4,995)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (40.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$5.00 Per Month
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Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Star Rating
(9,806)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$5 user/month
Browse all 5 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Box excels in its document signing capabilities, with a high rating of 9.3 for Document Signing, while Microsoft OneDrive for Business also performs well but slightly lower at 9.1. Reviewers mention that Box's Signature Document Creation feature is particularly user-friendly, making it easier to generate documents for signing.
  • Reviewers mention that Box's file management features, such as File Type Support (9.0) and Versioning (8.7), are robust, allowing for better organization and retrieval of documents. In contrast, Microsoft OneDrive for Business has a slightly higher rating for File Type Support at 8.8, but users on G2 note that Box's overall file management experience feels more intuitive.
  • Users say that Box's collaboration features shine, particularly in File Sharing (9.1) and Simultaneously Editing (7.8), where it provides a seamless experience for teams. Microsoft OneDrive for Business, while rated higher in Simultaneously Editing (8.3), is noted by reviewers to have occasional syncing issues that can disrupt collaborative efforts.
  • G2 users highlight Box's strong security features, with a rating of 9.1 for Security, which includes comprehensive regulatory compliance measures. Microsoft OneDrive for Business follows closely with a rating of 9.0, but users report that Box's emphasis on security makes it a preferred choice for enterprises handling sensitive information.
  • Reviewers mention that Box's user and role management capabilities are rated at 8.8, providing a flexible approach to access control. Microsoft OneDrive for Business is rated slightly lower at 8.7, but users on G2 appreciate its Single Sign-On feature, which enhances user convenience.
  • Users report that Box's performance and reliability are rated at 8.9, with many praising its consistent uptime and responsiveness. Microsoft OneDrive for Business is rated similarly at 8.8, but some users mention occasional lag during peak usage times, which can affect productivity.
Featured Products
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Box
Business Starter
$5.00
Per Month
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Microsoft OneDrive for Business
1 TB of OneDrive storage
$5
user/month
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Free Trial
Box
Free Trial is available
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
4,305
8.9
7,941
Ease of Use
8.7
4,321
8.6
7,997
Ease of Setup
8.7
1,005
8.7
1,765
Ease of Admin
8.6
967
8.5
1,491
Quality of Support
8.4
2,961
8.4
6,182
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
860
8.7
1,424
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
4,203
8.1
7,744
Features by Category
9.2
76
Not enough data
Signature Process
9.2
55
Not enough data
9.1
51
Not enough data
9.3
55
Not enough data
9.2
54
Not enough data
8.9
52
Not enough data
9.3
48
Not enough data
9.1
52
Not enough data
9.3
49
Not enough data
Agentic AI - E-Signature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security and Scalability
9.0
53
Not enough data
9.2
53
Not enough data
9.2
51
Not enough data
Platform
8.7
53
Not enough data
9.2
57
Not enough data
9.1
50
Not enough data
9.2
57
Not enough data
8.8
51
Not enough data
Cloud Content CollaborationHide 24 FeaturesShow 24 Features
8.6
3,596
8.7
6,912
File Management
8.6
2898
8.7
6127
8.7
3261
8.6
6147
8.9
3218
8.8
6220
8.3
3114
8.6
6016
8.5
2218
8.5
5134
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
Not enough data
7.7
69
Not enough data
8.2
70
Not enough data
7.8
70
Collaboration
8.7
2801
8.7
5446
9.1
3347
9.0
6283
7.8
2588
8.4
5532
8.3
2507
8.4
4862
Administration
8.8
1956
8.7
4064
8.9
1977
8.9
4339
8.7
1808
8.7
3993
8.7
1741
8.8
3996
8.6
1993
8.7
4367
8.7
1621
8.7
3704
9.1
2071
9.0
4465
Platform
8.8
541
8.9
1099
8.9
775
8.8
1435
8.5
580
8.5
1131
8.6
541
8.7
1135
8.5
465
8.5
928
Enterprise Content Management (ECM)Hide 25 FeaturesShow 25 Features
8.6
105
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Management
9.0
98
Not enough data
8.5
81
Not enough data
8.4
79
Not enough data
8.7
89
Not enough data
9.0
96
Not enough data
8.7
84
Not enough data
8.4
79
Not enough data
8.2
77
Not enough data
8.5
74
Not enough data
8.8
96
Not enough data
8.9
92
Not enough data
8.8
89
Not enough data
Workflow
8.4
81
Not enough data
8.2
83
Not enough data
8.4
86
Not enough data
8.8
86
Not enough data
8.6
77
Not enough data
Platform
8.7
78
Not enough data
9.0
95
Not enough data
8.5
78
Not enough data
8.8
76
Not enough data
8.6
77
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Box
Box
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Box and Microsoft OneDrive for Business are categorized as Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Box
Box
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
28.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
40.8%
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
29.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Box
Box
Higher Education
9.4%
Information Technology and Services
7.3%
Computer Software
6.4%
Education Management
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.5%
Other
65.7%
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Information Technology and Services
10.7%
Education Management
5.7%
Higher Education
5.3%
Computer Software
5.1%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Other
69.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
Box
Box
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Nerissa C.
NC
Nerissa C.
Verified User in Staffing and Recruiting

The box is a cloud storage tool for data saving, we can drag and drops data on this tool quickly. We can save data form remote computers and it grants us great data protection and we can easily locate our data from anywhere and from any device with an...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Brendan S.
BS
Brendan S.
Verified User in Financial Services

Personally I don't see the value add of Box. Is it a Business Dropbox? Is it a Google Drive Replacement? What makes this different to the countless other competitors? For me box is rather slow, unintuitive and if like us, you have thousands of folders, it...

Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Daniel J.
DJ
Daniel J.
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

Microsoft's SkyDrive is a decent option, especially if you're in the Windows ecosystem. It is well integrated in to Microsoft Office and offers a decent amount of storage space. The syncing seems reliable and their online editors for Office documents is...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Mike J.
MJ
Mike J.
Verified User in Oil & Energy

EVERYTHING My client had approximately 30 GB in 25,000 files stored in Dropbox. We migrated them into OneDrive for Business. Here are some gotchas discovered along the way: It's not just a file system. It's really a SharePoint Document Library behind...

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Box
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Microsoft OneDrive for Business
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Discussions
Box
Box Discussions
How does this service differ from Dropbox?
4 comments
Stephen P.
SP
The services are similar to users, but Box has a lot of security integrations & features that tend to make it more IT-friendly. Depends how you want it to...Read more
Is there a way to sync multiple box accounts?
3 comments
Sasha M.
SM
I'm not specifically sure about syncing folders, but you can give access to people via email address. Read more
Is there any way this app could be cheaper?
3 comments
Shobhit S.
SS
The best way is to get a coupon code. However with my personal experience with the app I would suggest to go ahead with Dropbox. It’s expensive but has all...Read more
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business Discussions
This is a subjective question and depends on individual needs and preferences. Dropbox is known for its simplicity and ease of use, while OneDrive offers seamless integration with Microsoft Office and Windows. Consider your specific requirements, such as storage capacity, collaboration features, and compatibility with other tools, to determine which is better for you.
14 comments
James M.
JM
One drive is the best. It is very secure and user friendly. Read more
Yes, you can save both pictures and documents in OneDrive.
6 comments
Jamie J.
JJ
Yes, you can save pictures to OneDrive. In fact, you can save all sorts of file types as long as you have the space to do so. Read more
Is there any way to see your files on the web?
6 comments
Jamie J.
JJ
Visit https://onedrive.live.com and sign in.Read more