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At a Glance
Box
Box
Star Rating
(5,163)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (40.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$5.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 6 pricing plans
FileCloud
FileCloud
Star Rating
(166)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $12.50 1 User Per Month
Browse all 2 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Box excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to FileCloud. Users appreciate its robust security features, such as two-factor authentication and AES encryption, which enhance the protection of sensitive data.
  • Users say that Box's ease of use is a standout feature, with many highlighting its intuitive interface that simplifies document management and sharing. One user noted how easy it is to integrate Box with other tools, making it a seamless addition to their workflow.
  • Reviewers mention that FileCloud offers excellent control over data management, particularly for organizations that require granular user permissions and policies. Users value the self-hosting option, which provides flexibility and security tailored to their specific needs.
  • According to verified reviews, Box shines in collaboration capabilities, with features that promote teamwork across departments. Users have praised its document approval workflows, which streamline processes for agreements and other important documents.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while FileCloud has a strong focus on security and flexibility, it has fewer recent reviews compared to Box, which may indicate a smaller user base or less frequent updates. This could impact the reliability of user experiences shared in reviews.
  • Users report that Box's extensive cloud storage options are a major advantage, with many feeling they have "unlimited" space for their documents. In contrast, FileCloud's pricing structure starts higher, which may be a consideration for small businesses looking for cost-effective solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Box
Business Starter
$5.00
Per Month
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FileCloud
FileCloud Enterprise Online
Starting at $12.50
1 User Per Month
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Free Trial
Box
Free Trial is available
FileCloud
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
4,379
9.0
114
Ease of Use
8.7
4,423
9.0
114
Ease of Setup
8.7
1,087
8.5
78
Ease of Admin
8.7
987
8.8
66
Quality of Support
8.4
3,022
8.9
111
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
879
9.2
64
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
4,276
8.0
95
Features by Category
9.2
100
Not enough data
Signature Process
9.2
57
Not enough data
9.1
53
Not enough data
9.3
57
Not enough data
9.2
56
Not enough data
8.8
54
Not enough data
9.2
50
Not enough data
9.0
54
Not enough data
9.3
51
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
55
Not enough data
9.2
55
Not enough data
9.2
54
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
63
Not enough data
9.2
69
Not enough data
9.0
60
Not enough data
9.3
68
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
Cloud Content CollaborationHide 22 FeaturesShow 22 Features
8.6
3,711
8.8
89
File Management
8.6
2950
8.5
63
8.7
3314
8.8
72
8.9
3269
9.0
70
8.3
3168
8.6
67
8.5
2267
8.5
53
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
7.4
48
8.3
7
8.0
51
8.3
7
7.7
48
9.0
7
Collaboration
8.7
2853
9.0
59
9.1
3406
9.3
73
7.8
2642
8.3
54
8.3
2555
8.6
60
Administration
8.8
2004
8.9
69
8.7
1859
8.8
60
8.7
1790
8.6
53
8.6
2044
8.9
66
8.7
1667
8.8
58
9.1
2129
9.2
69
Platform
8.9
813
9.1
45
8.5
611
8.9
41
8.6
573
8.8
39
8.5
497
8.5
25
AI Agents For Business OperationsHide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Responses
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation - AI Agents
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
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Autonomy - AI Agents
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Enterprise Content Management (ECM)Hide 25 FeaturesShow 25 Features
8.6
125
8.7
31
Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
7.3
15
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
7.9
14
Not enough data
File Management
9.0
112
9.1
30
8.5
95
8.4
23
8.3
92
8.8
18
8.7
104
9.0
23
8.9
110
9.0
26
8.6
98
9.0
19
8.3
92
8.5
16
8.2
90
8.8
24
8.4
87
8.4
19
8.8
111
8.5
27
8.9
107
9.1
30
8.7
104
9.1
24
Workflow
8.4
94
8.6
20
8.3
96
8.3
22
8.5
99
8.6
23
8.8
99
8.8
23
8.6
90
8.4
18
Platform
8.6
91
8.6
19
8.9
107
9.0
28
8.6
89
8.5
24
8.7
88
8.6
23
8.6
89
8.3
17
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AI Agents
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Box
Box
FileCloud
FileCloud
Box and FileCloud are categorized as Enterprise Content Management (ECM) and Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
FileCloud
FileCloud has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Box
Box
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
28.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
40.6%
FileCloud
FileCloud
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
44.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
41.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
13.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Box
Box
Higher Education
9.3%
Information Technology and Services
7.5%
Computer Software
6.3%
Education Management
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.5%
Other
65.7%
FileCloud
FileCloud
Information Technology and Services
15.8%
Construction
5.7%
Computer Software
5.1%
Computer & Network Security
3.8%
Hospital & Health Care
3.2%
Other
66.5%
Alternatives
Box
Box Alternatives
Progress ShareFile
Progress ShareFile
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Laserfiche
Laserfiche
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Revver
Revver
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iManage Work
iManage
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FileCloud
FileCloud Alternatives
Egnyte
Egnyte
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Progress ShareFile
Progress ShareFile
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Dropbox
Dropbox
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Laserfiche
Laserfiche
Add Laserfiche
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
FileCloud
FileCloud Discussions
Is FileCloud free?
3 Comments
JR
No, but there is a community version that will allow up to 5 full accounts for $10 a year, which is donated to charity.Read more
How good is FileCloud?
2 Comments
JR
I would say it is most excellent! The server runs the entire month with no errors or problems and the users do not pester me with repeated questions on how...Read more
Is FileCloud safe?
2 Comments
JR
Safe from what? If looking at hacker proof, I'd never say anything was hacker proof, but in the many years we have been using it, there has been new large...Read more