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Compare DiskStation and Microsoft OneDrive for Business 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.2% of reviews)
Enterprise (38.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$5 user/month
DiskStation
Star Rating
(79)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about DiskStationMicrosoft OneDrive for Business
Star Rating
(10,096)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$5 user/month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Microsoft OneDrive for Business excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to DiskStation. Users appreciate its collaborative features, with one reviewer noting, "I have been using OneDrive within my internal organization for collaboration and sharing documents," highlighting its ease of use for team projects.
- Users say that DiskStation offers a very intuitive setup process, making it easy for newcomers to get started. One user mentioned, "I find DiskStation very good due to its easy and user-friendly setup process," which is a strong point for those looking for a hassle-free experience.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft OneDrive for Business provides robust file management features, particularly the version history function. A user expressed, "I really like the version history feature... I can easily restore any previous version," which is crucial for maintaining document integrity in collaborative environments.
- According to verified reviews, DiskStation shines in its user-friendly control panel, which allows for easy navigation and management of files. One user stated, "The control panel is very intuitive, and all the options I need are easy to find," making it a solid choice for users who prioritize straightforward management.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Microsoft OneDrive for Business has a strong focus on enterprise-level features, DiskStation is favored by small businesses for its simplicity and effectiveness. A user noted, "I use DiskStation for storing, sharing, and backing up files," indicating its reliability for essential tasks.
- Users report that both platforms have their strengths in security, but Microsoft OneDrive for Business is particularly noted for its comprehensive security features, with one user mentioning, "I appreciate the security measures in place," which is vital for organizations handling sensitive information.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
DiskStation
No pricing availableMicrosoft OneDrive for Business
1 TB of OneDrive storage
$5
user/month
Includes 1TB of OneDrive per user.
Free Trial
DiskStation
No trial information availableMicrosoft OneDrive for Business
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
55
8.9
8,208
Ease of Use
9.2
55
8.6
8,271
Ease of Setup
8.9
41
8.7
2,026
Ease of Admin
9.4
38
8.5
1,532
Quality of Support
8.6
44
8.4
6,418
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
32
8.7
1,466
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
50
8.1
8,010
Features by Category
File Management
9.2
30
8.7
6364
8.9
29
8.6
6363
9.4
30
8.9
6436
8.9
28
8.6
6233
8.1
24
8.5
5349
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
Not enough data
7.8
264
Not enough data
8.3
270
Not enough data
8.0
267
Collaboration
8.9
25
8.7
5655
9.3
29
9.0
6516
8.7
23
8.4
5762
8.6
26
8.4
5077
Administration
9.2
28
8.7
4269
9.0
27
8.7
4201
9.3
28
8.8
4200
9.1
29
8.7
4577
9.1
27
8.7
3908
9.2
30
9.0
4680
Platform
9.0
20
8.8
1508
7.9
15
8.5
1199
7.9
12
8.6
1203
7.3
8
8.5
997
Data Protection
8.9
11
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
Analysis
8.2
11
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
8.5
11
Not enough data
Administration
8.5
10
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
Security
9.3
14
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
Administration
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
Access Control
9.7
16
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
DiskStation and Microsoft OneDrive for Business are categorized as Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
DiskStation is categorized as Cloud File Security and Cloud Data Security
Microsoft OneDrive for Business has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
DiskStation
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
22.5%
Religious Institutions
5.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.6%
Higher Education
5.6%
Government Administration
4.2%
Other
56.3%
Information Technology and Services
10.9%
Education Management
5.6%
Higher Education
5.2%
Computer Software
5.1%
Financial Services
3.7%
Other
69.4%
Discussions
What operating system does Synology use?
4 Comments
MK
LinuxRead more
DiskStation has no more discussions with answers
Which is better Drop box or One drive
14 Comments
JM
One drive is the best. It is very secure and user friendly. Read more
Can you save pictures as well as documents in one drive
6 Comments
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
JJ
Just go to https://onedrive.live.com and login. Read more
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