Cloud storage and file-sharing service features, pricing comparison
With all the cloud storage and file-sharing platforms available, it can be hard to choose. Use our chart to compare features, pricing and more.
Everyone knows about the big cloud storage and file-sharing companies, such as Box and Dropbox, but there are a number of other options that cater to enterprises.
So many that it can be hard to choose which one is best for your organization. IT professionals want to know: Which service provides the most bang for my buck? Who has the right amount of storage for my needs?
What kinds of security features are available so I know my data is in the right hands? How do I keep my employees from going around IT and using less-secure options?
We took a look at the many cloud-based file-sharing and storage options and created this handy chart that provides answers to many of the questions you have about these vendors -- including pricing.
| Vendor | Features | Security | Storage space | Enterprise pricing |
| AirWatch Secure Content Locker | Fully edit MS Office files, annotate PDFs, two-way synchronization from desktop to device | AES 256-bit, FIPS 140-2 compliant encryption; real-time content dashboards, data overage protection | 25 GB per company cloud storage, $3 per device per month for 5 GB more, $6 per device per month for 15 GB more | View version: $1.50 per device per month, $20 one-time perpetual fee; Collaborate version: $4 per device per month, $50 one-time perpetual fee |
| AppSense DataNow | Virtualized appliance connects to file storage; provides users with Dropbox-like experience | Granular policy control on how files are stored, shared; 256-bit AES encryption in transit and rest | Connects to existing file storage | $60 per user annually |
| Box | Business, Enterprise versions; secure mobile sync, desktop synchronization; OneCloud integration platform | Business: File locking, auto-expiration, granular permissions; Enterprise: Customized admin roles, security reporting | 1 TB, three-user minimum | Business: $15 per user per month, minimum three users, free trial available; Enterprise: price available upon request |
| Citrix ShareFile | Unlimited client users, telephone/email support, Outlook plug-in, Desktop Sync, Enterprise Sync | Encrypted transfer and storage, up to 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption; granular folder permissions | 20 GB for 20-plus employee accounts | Corporate: $99.95 per month, free trial available; Enterprise: price available upon request |
| drive2Go | Unlimited users, mobile app, restore deleted files, activity audit | Encrypted cloud storage and file-sharing links | Unlimited per month, 5 GB file upload size limit | $15 per user per month |
| Dropbox for Business | Syncing and sharing, unlimited file recovery and version history; IT can track logins, devices and locations | 256-bit AES and SSL encryption; two-step verification, mobile passcodes, prevents file sharing outside of teams | Unlimited | $795 annually for five users, $125 annually for each additional user |
| FilesAnywhere | No upload limit, mobile access and apps, group sharing and collaboration, custom branding | Password-protected sharing, role-based access control, a dedicated domain | Unlimited | Minimum 50 users, $12 per user per month; for 100 users or more, $8 per user per month |
| Google Drive | Document sharing, collaboration, application extention; automatic file syncing | SSL/TLS-encrypted sessions; cloud servers SSAE 16, ISAE 3402-audited | 15 GB free | Free for first 15 GB, varied pricing plans for additions from 100 GB to 16 TB. |
| Microsoft SkyDrive Pro | Works with Office 365, SharePoint users; workers can share and collaborate on docs | IT retains administrative control, can manage and control SkyDrive Pro libraries | 25 GB per user | Available through SharePoint Online in Office 365 subscription or on-premises installation of SharePoint Server 2013 |
| Soonr | No file size, desktop syncing, or public links limits; activity team dashboard, integrated mobile editing and annotation | IT sets passwords, session and mobile device policies; Active Directory integration; full permission for control | 5 TB to 20 TB per user | $19.95 per user per month, 10% discount for annual plan |
| WatchDox | Collaboration on Office documents; file sync to Web, mobile, desktop and mail apps | File-based malware protection; file security, encryption, optional integrated rights managment | Cloud: 6 GB per user; On-premises: unlimited | Enterprise: minimum 50 users, $15 per user per month; Enterprise Security: contact WatchDox for custom price |
