Compare Progress ShareFile and Smartsheet 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.8% of reviews)
Mid-Market (41.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Trial License
$9.00 1 user Per Month
Progress ShareFile
Star Rating
(1,475)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Trial License
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(21,446)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$9.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Smartsheet excels in project management capabilities, with users praising its intuitive interface and customizable sheets that help teams track tasks, deadlines, and resources effectively. This flexibility has transformed collaboration for many teams, making it easier to stay organized.
- Users say Progress ShareFile stands out for its secure file sharing features, allowing users to share sensitive documents with confidence. Reviewers appreciate the platform's robust compliance and security measures, which ensure that access is controlled and activity is easily tracked.
- According to verified reviews, Smartsheet's overall user satisfaction is significantly higher, with a G2 Score of 90.37 compared to Progress ShareFile's 45.37. This indicates that users find Smartsheet to be a more reliable and effective tool for their workflow management needs.
- Reviewers mention that while both platforms offer ease of use, Progress ShareFile slightly edges out in this area. Users have noted that it is straightforward to navigate, making it a good choice for those who prioritize simplicity in file sharing and document organization.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Smartsheet's project tracking features, such as real-time updates and clear organization of tasks and timelines, are particularly beneficial for teams managing complex projects. This capability helps keep everyone aligned and informed, which is crucial for successful project execution.
- Users express that while Progress ShareFile is effective for small businesses, it may not meet the broader project management needs of mid-market companies as effectively as Smartsheet. The latter's comprehensive project templates and task assignment features are particularly valued by larger teams looking for robust solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Progress ShareFile
FREE TRIAL
Free Trial
1 Trial License
Try ShareFile Premium free for 30 days.
- All ShareFile PREMIUM Features Included in Trial
Smartsheet
Pro
$9.00
1 user Per Month
For people and teams that want to track, share, and manage projects.
Includes:
- Up to 10 editors (paid license required to edit)
- Unlimited free viewers
- Unlimited sheets, reports, and forms
Free Trial
Progress ShareFile
Free Trial is available
Smartsheet
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
1,234
8.5
18,142
Ease of Use
8.5
1,235
8.4
18,385
Ease of Setup
8.5
460
8.3
10,176
Ease of Admin
8.5
439
8.5
7,622
Quality of Support
8.2
1,022
8.3
14,047
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
420
8.6
7,071
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
1,201
8.6
17,635
Features by Category
Signature Process
9.2
192
Not enough data
8.8
167
Not enough data
8.9
187
Not enough data
8.4
124
Not enough data
8.9
178
Not enough data
8.9
93
Not enough data
8.7
134
Not enough data
8.8
175
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
9.2
140
Not enough data
9.2
157
Not enough data
8.9
106
Not enough data
Platform
8.4
87
Not enough data
8.5
96
Not enough data
8.2
62
Not enough data
9.0
107
Not enough data
8.4
60
Not enough data
File Management
8.5
608
Not enough data
8.5
717
Not enough data
8.7
723
Not enough data
8.2
655
Not enough data
8.1
474
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
6.1
6
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.6
619
Not enough data
9.0
754
Not enough data
7.9
528
Not enough data
8.2
549
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
517
Not enough data
8.6
496
Not enough data
8.5
456
Not enough data
8.8
502
Not enough data
8.5
429
Not enough data
9.1
537
Not enough data
Platform
8.6
271
Not enough data
8.3
220
Not enough data
8.3
201
Not enough data
8.2
158
Not enough data
Tasks
Not enough data
8.7
10067
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
10070
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
9791
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
9471
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
9275
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
9341
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8802
|
Verified
Projects
Not enough data
8.6
9291
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
8632
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8748
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8665
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8838
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7602
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8305
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8866
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
7844
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7447
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7266
|
Verified
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.6
7742
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7810
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8443
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.8
7454
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
7563
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8617
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.0
3063
Not enough data
6.1
3047
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
5.6
925
Not enough data
5.9
924
Not enough data
5.7
919
Not enough data
5.7
916
Not enough data
5.7
915
Not enough data
5.6
912
Not enough data
5.8
915
Portfolio Management
Not enough data
7.9
4814
Not enough data
8.5
5519
Not enough data
8.0
5000
Not enough data
7.7
4604
Project Management
Not enough data
8.2
5421
Not enough data
8.3
5497
Not enough data
7.7
4624
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.8
4755
Not enough data
7.8
4824
Not enough data
7.9
4774
Data & Analytics
Not enough data
8.0
4985
Not enough data
8.0
5163
Not enough data
8.1
5077
Not enough data
7.5
4447
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
Not enough data
6.7
2051
Not enough data
7.6
2082
Not enough data
7.9
2060
Not enough data
7.6
2058
Not enough data
7.8
2052
Not enough data
7.6
2052
Not enough data
7.2
2033
Not enough data
7.6
2047
Not enough data
7.5
2035
Not enough data
7.8
2040
Setup
8.3
23
8.3
5156
8.9
22
Feature Not Available
8.0
22
8.1
5020
8.5
24
8.5
5392
Management
8.6
23
Feature Not Available
8.7
23
8.1
4651
8.1
22
7.5
4366
Generative AI
6.8
18
6.3
1817
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
4.3
5
5.9
406
5.8
6
5.9
408
5.7
5
5.9
403
5.7
5
5.9
399
5.7
5
5.9
398
6.0
5
5.9
400
6.3
5
6.1
401
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Goal Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Objectives and Key Results (OKR)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
8.3
1037
9.2
8
8.7
1226
8.5
8
8.5
1167
Feature Not Available
8.0
1005
8.3
8
8.6
1166
9.6
8
8.7
1192
Content Planning
8.5
8
8.6
1185
9.6
8
8.9
1236
Feature Not Available
8.6
1117
Marketing Campaign Performance
8.5
8
8.0
882
7.9
8
8.4
1033
Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
Not enough data
5.1
43
Not enough data
5.2
45
Not enough data
5.1
45
Not enough data
5.0
45
Other Features
8.5
8
7.9
987
9.2
8
8.3
1015
Task Creation
Not enough data
8.7
7311
Not enough data
8.8
7393
Not enough data
8.3
6926
Not enough data
7.8
6116
Task Management
Not enough data
8.5
7069
Not enough data
8.5
6979
Not enough data
8.1
6638
Not enough data
8.2
6464
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.2
2414
Not enough data
6.2
2416
Automation
Not enough data
8.5
4249
Not enough data
8.3
4203
Not enough data
8.1
3938
Administration
Not enough data
8.2
4103
Not enough data
8.1
3884
Not enough data
8.8
4101
Project management
Not enough data
8.7
4167
Not enough data
8.2
3895
Not enough data
8.6
4177
Not enough data
8.3
4028
Not enough data
8.4
3946
Not enough data
8.0
3623
Not enough data
8.3
4066
Workload
Not enough data
8.0
3695
Not enough data
8.3
3937
Not enough data
8.0
3739
Not enough data
7.9
3553
Communication & Collaboration
Not enough data
8.1
3723
Not enough data
8.3
3918
Not enough data
8.8
4116
Cost Management
Not enough data
7.7
3428
Not enough data
7.8
3422
Not enough data
7.5
3233
Integration
Not enough data
7.4
3275
Not enough data
7.4
3325
Not enough data
7.4
3356
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.5
1654
Not enough data
6.5
1660
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
5.8
363
Not enough data
6.0
361
Not enough data
5.8
361
Not enough data
5.8
359
Communication
Not enough data
7.2
5664
Not enough data
7.6
6046
Not enough data
7.5
5802
Not enough data
7.7
5828
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Content & Documents
Not enough data
8.4
7184
Not enough data
8.4
7125
Not enough data
8.0
6871
Not enough data
7.8
6096
Controls
Not enough data
8.0
6468
Not enough data
7.6
5487
Not enough data
8.2
6801
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
6084
Project Management
Not enough data
8.8
7424
Not enough data
8.7
7297
Not enough data
8.6
7162
Not enough data
7.9
6148
Remote Collaboration
Not enough data
8.4
6558
Not enough data
8.5
6738
Not enough data
8.4
6630
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
2273
Not enough data
6.3
2277
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Not enough data
5.7
427
Not enough data
5.6
428
Management
8.9
80
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
76
Not enough data
Functionality
8.8
78
Not enough data
8.1
59
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
8.1
67
Not enough data
Security
9.0
73
Not enough data
9.0
75
Not enough data
8.8
77
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
9.1
13
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
9.1
16
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
7.6
12
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
Workflow
8.1
13
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Progress ShareFile and Smartsheet are categorized as Marketing Calendar and Workflow Management
Unique Categories
Progress ShareFile is categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Objectives and Key Results (OKR), Cloud Content Collaboration, Enterprise Content Management (ECM), and E-Signature
Smartsheet is categorized as Project Collaboration, Work Management, Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), Project and Portfolio Management, Task Management, and Project Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Progress ShareFile
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Smartsheet
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
Accounting
10.0%
Information Technology and Services
7.8%
Financial Services
6.5%
Hospital & Health Care
5.7%
Insurance
3.9%
Other
66.0%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Construction
7.2%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Computer Software
4.6%
Marketing and Advertising
4.6%
Other
70.7%
Discussions
Is there a file size limit on uploading or sending files?
2 Comments
AH
Not to my knowledge. We've sent many many files of all sizes, and many of them very large, in the 100++++ MB's with no issues.Read more
How does ShareFile send large files through email?
2 Comments
AH
With microsoft outlook, you can add the ShareFile button to your e-mail. To send a file securely, attached the file, click the ShareFile button and it...Read more
Is ShareFile secure?
2 Comments
AH
Yes it is. You can share whole folders or select just one or more files to share with those not added to the folder.Read more
What can smartsheet be used for?
57 Comments
WA
It has a wide range of functionalities for project management or even asset management. Read more
Why is smartsheet bad?
34 Comments
NK
Complexity: Smartsheet has a fairly steep learning curve, especially for users who are not tech-savvy or unfamiliar with project management tools.
Limited...Read more
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