Compare Microsoft OneDrive for Business and ownCloud 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (54.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$5 user/month
No pricing available
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Star Rating
(10,289)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$5 user/month
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Star Rating
(235)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that Microsoft OneDrive for Business excels in integration with other Microsoft tools, making it a seamless choice for users who rely on Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint. Users appreciate features like the auto-save function and the ability to restore deleted files, which enhance productivity and ease of use.
- Users say that ownCloud stands out for its strong emphasis on data security and privacy, particularly for organizations that need to comply with strict regulations like GDPR. Reviewers value the control they have over their data, as well as the secure file sharing capabilities that allow them to manage sensitive information effectively.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft OneDrive for Business has a significantly higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its robust performance and user-friendly features. The 'files on demand' feature is particularly highlighted, as it allows users to access files without taking up local storage space, which many find incredibly helpful.
- According to verified reviews, ownCloud users appreciate its flexibility and customization options, which cater well to small businesses. The platform allows for easy file organization and access from anywhere, making it a reliable choice for teams that prioritize data privacy and control.
- G2 reviewers note that while both platforms have similar star ratings, Microsoft OneDrive for Business benefits from a much larger volume of reviews, indicating a more consistent user experience. This is reflected in the positive feedback regarding its ease of setup and administration, which many users find straightforward.
- Users highlight that Microsoft OneDrive for Business offers superior support quality compared to ownCloud, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In contrast, ownCloud users have expressed some concerns about the support experience, which can impact their overall satisfaction with the product.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
1 TB of OneDrive storage
$5
user/month
Includes 1TB of OneDrive per user.
ownCloud
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Free Trial is available
ownCloud
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
8,355
8.8
192
Ease of Use
8.7
8,426
8.8
194
Ease of Setup
8.8
2,174
8.3
101
Ease of Admin
8.5
1,547
8.7
87
Quality of Support
8.4
6,543
7.8
150
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
1,482
8.5
75
Product Direction (% positive)
8.1
8,142
8.1
192
Features by Category
File Management
8.7
6471
8.6
160
8.6
6428
8.8
160
8.9
6494
8.7
160
8.6
6290
8.3
155
8.5
5399
8.4
134
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
7.9
278
8.7
5
8.4
293
8.0
5
8.1
282
8.3
5
Collaboration
8.7
5686
8.4
127
9.0
6620
9.1
159
8.4
5833
7.7
121
8.4
5113
7.9
117
Administration
8.7
4293
8.7
115
8.7
4233
8.3
107
8.8
4222
8.3
102
8.7
4604
9.0
109
8.7
3923
8.8
95
9.0
4737
8.5
124
Platform
8.8
1523
8.2
81
8.5
1198
8.1
58
8.7
1210
8.6
50
8.5
996
8.3
51
Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft OneDrive for Business and ownCloud are categorized as Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
Microsoft OneDrive for Business has no unique categories
ownCloud is categorized as AWS Marketplace
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
ownCloud
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
11.0%
Education Management
5.6%
Computer Software
5.2%
Higher Education
5.2%
Financial Services
3.7%
Other
69.4%
Information Technology and Services
19.8%
Computer Software
11.3%
Marketing and Advertising
5.4%
Accounting
5.0%
Telecommunications
3.6%
Other
55.0%
Discussions
Which is better Drop box or One drive
14 Comments
SA
It depends on the application. At one time, I would have endorsed DropBox without hesitation. OneDrive has resolved their sync issues, and I find it just as...Read more
How does Microsoft OneDrive for Business enhance collaboration and productivity in remote work settings?
6 Comments
AN
When knowledge workers have access to OneDrive they are able to share documents across huge distances with colleagues being able to access and update the...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
What is ownCloud used for?
2 Comments
MM
It is file sharing tool for document/file collaborationRead more
i need a software to store my digital data.
2 Comments
AB
I want more inspiration in this application, because this is the era of the world of technology that allows us to make money via the internet.Read more
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