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Box vs Google Drive Enterprise comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 29, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.6
Organizations using Box report efficiency in file management, reduced compliance risks, and notable returns despite some awaiting detailed calculations.
Sentiment score
7.4
Google Drive Enterprise boosts productivity with secure file sharing, device access, and integration, enhancing collaboration and ROI.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.2
Box customer service is generally praised, but users want improved response times and frontline expertise for better experiences.
Sentiment score
3.8
Users report high satisfaction with Google Drive Enterprise, citing stability, ease of use, and effective support when needed.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.7
Box offers strong scalability and performance for large organizations, but some limitations appear in enterprise-level deployments and large file handling.
Sentiment score
7.7
Google Drive Enterprise offers scalable, cloud-based storage solutions, suitable for diverse organizations with efficient expansion and minimal issues.
I am uncertain about its effectiveness at an enterprise level, where SharePoint might be preferred.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.9
Box is highly stable and secure, with minimal outages, though users seek improvements in upload speed.
Sentiment score
8.3
Google Drive Enterprise is stable and efficient, handling multiple files well, though network issues may affect performance slightly.
Box was very stable and did not have any latency issues.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
 

Room For Improvement

Box needs improved sync, search, file management, security, integration, interface, performance, permissions, API, pricing, and data recovery.
Google Drive Enterprise users seek enhanced security, better Microsoft integration, more storage, improved file management, and affordable pricing.
To open and see who is accessing the document now and see my movements across the document or the file we are sharing together.
Senior Projects Manager at Tech-hub
Collaborative editing was challenging if multiple people were in a document at once.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
I am not aware of the security level it provides, and I would not recommend it for enterprise or company use due to these security concerns.
Project Manager at Baens afwerkingsbedrijf
This is the main area that needs improvement in Google Drive Enterprise.
Founder & CEO at Lanzar
 

Setup Cost

Box pricing is initially steep but offers excellent value, with discounts and free versions available for businesses and education.
Enterprise users of Google Drive have varied opinions on pricing, finding it either competitive or costly beyond 15GB free storage.
I found the pricing reasonable because when I was working for an IBM partner, Box was free for us.
Senior Projects Manager at Tech-hub
I am familiar with the pricing, setup costs, and licensing costs of Google Drive Enterprise, and I find it cost-effective.
Chief Executive Officer at Quickening Group
 

Valuable Features

Box provides secure file sharing, collaboration, advanced security, and seamless Microsoft integration, making it ideal for organizations.
Google Drive Enterprise provides seamless collaboration, secure storage, and flexible access with integration and synchronization across multiple devices.
I find the synchronization feature most valuable in Box. When I use multiple devices, it syncs them together and gives excellent results.
Senior Projects Manager at Tech-hub
The stability and latency were excellent, and there were no issues encountered, ensuring efficient file storage and retrieval.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
Google Drive Enterprise excels in collaboration efficiency, making it easy for teams to work together.
Founder & CEO at Lanzar
The collaboration aspects between teams and within team members are the most beneficial features.
Chief Executive Officer at Quickening Group
The integration of various office tools allows for making and sharing documents easily.
Project Manager at Baens afwerkingsbedrijf
 

Categories and Ranking

Box
Ranking in Cloud Storage
13th
Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms
8th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
42
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Content Management (8th), Digital Asset Management (3rd), Document Management Software (3rd)
Google Drive Enterprise
Ranking in Cloud Storage
4th
Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms
9th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
78
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2025, in the Cloud Storage category, the mindshare of Box is 4.0%, down from 4.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Google Drive Enterprise is 3.2%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud Storage Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Google Drive Enterprise3.2%
Box4.0%
Other92.8%
Cloud Storage
 

Featured Reviews

Ahmed Rashad - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Projects Manager at Tech-hub
Team collaboration has improved through shared access and real-time synchronization
I find the synchronization feature most valuable in Box. When I use multiple devices, it syncs them together and gives excellent results. I can assess the benefits of Box's file sharing. Box's integration with third-party apps is valuable, especially with Outlook. Box has helped my team's productivity by being very helpful with team collaboration when we are sharing certain shared documents between us. I mostly value Box's automation capabilities. They have helped optimize my business processes by saving time for sharing or sending files between the team. This gives us a shared workspace to work together on the same document or the same ideas. Box's security features have helped my organization meet compliance needs.
MP
Founder & CEO at Lanzar
Have faced some confusion with the interface but have managed collaboration and document sharing efficiently
We currently use Notion for project management and CRM, which includes document capabilities and task management features. We have a self-hosted solution and utilize Google Drive Enterprise for everyday tasks. We are customers of Google and integrate Google Drive Enterprise with third-party applications. The compliance requirements are met through the platform's features. On a scale of 1-10, I rate Google Drive Enterprise an 8.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
6%
Performing Arts
12%
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Energy/Utilities Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business17
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise27
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business34
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise28
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Box?
The solution is used for data storage and any kind of visualization.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Box?
I found the pricing reasonable because when I was working for an IBM partner, Box was free for us. We did not go to payment and other matters like this.
What needs improvement with Box?
I believe Box has a lot of features that put it in a good rank among the file-sharing apps. I would like to see features for online collaboration between team members in the future, to open and see...
What do you like most about Google Drive Enterprise?
With Google Drive Enterprise, multiple people can edit a document, and you can open it as Google Docs.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Google Drive Enterprise?
I am familiar with the pricing, setup costs, and licensing costs of Google Drive Enterprise, and I find it cost-effective.
What needs improvement with Google Drive Enterprise?
The home page can be confusing at times. This is the main area that needs improvement in Google Drive Enterprise.
 

Also Known As

No data available
Drive Enterprise, Google Drive
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

GE, Toyota, P&G, Caterpillar, Flex, Schneider Electric, Sally Beauty, Eurostar, AstraZeneca, AirBnB, Whirlpool, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Nationwide, Aeropostale etc
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