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Box vs Sharepoint 2016 Standard comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary

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
7.0
Sharepoint 2016 enhances ROI by lowering costs, automating workflows, improving productivity, and optimizing collaboration with cloud storage advantages.
Through automation, we have been able to save significant cost and money while reducing errors.
Human Resources Specialist at UPS
There has been a return on investment from using Sharepoint 2016 Standard, as documentation approval workflows, change request processes, HR onboarding and offboarding flows, document routing based on metadata, and notifications and escalations have all improved with Sharepoint being implemented.
HITRUST and GRC Consultant at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
I have seen a return on investment as it has helped us to decrease purchase order errors by providing real-time live data.
Senior Software Engineer at Wells Fargo
 

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
7.0
SharePoint 2016 Standard's customer support is praised for its responsiveness, 24/7 availability, and effectiveness, with internal expertise recommended.
The customer support for Sharepoint 2016 Standard is very active and responsive.
Senior Team Lead at Infosys
The customer support for Sharepoint 2016 Standard is very responsive and proactive twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Senior Software Engineer at Wells Fargo
Customer support for Sharepoint 2016 Standard is very responsive and proactive.
Human Resources Specialist at UPS
 

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
7.0
Sharepoint 2016 Standard is scalable with enhanced security, adaptable for sensitive sectors, yet requires proper planning and infrastructure.
I am uncertain about its effectiveness at an enterprise level, where SharePoint might be preferred.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
The security and reliability enhancements make it very scalable.
HITRUST and GRC Consultant at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
Sharepoint 2016 Standard is very scalable because it has continued to handle my organization's growth efficiently.
Human Resources Specialist at UPS
Sharepoint 2016 Standard's scalability for my organization is very effective because it has continued to grow with my organization and handle my organizational needs.
Data Analyst at AT&T
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.9
Box is highly stable and secure, with minimal outages, though users seek improvements in upload speed.
Sentiment score
8.4
SharePoint 2016 Standard is stable, scalable, reliable, and adaptable in secure environments, with minimal slowdowns and effective document management.
Box was very stable and did not have any latency issues.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
Sharepoint 2016 Standard is very stable as I have not experienced any downtime or lagging.
Human Resources Specialist at UPS
Sharepoint 2016 Standard is stable, as I have not experienced any downtime.
Data Analyst at AT&T
Sharepoint 2016 Standard is very stable.
Senior Software Engineer at Unilever
 

Room For Improvement

Box needs improved sync, search, file management, security, integration, interface, performance, permissions, API, pricing, and data recovery.
Sharepoint 2016 Standard faces challenges in integration, performance, user interface, third-party support, and mobile usability, impacting productivity.
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
If an employee makes some changes in a file and if we want to redo the changes, it does not allow us to go to the original files.
Senior Software Engineer at Unilever
I would assess the integration of Microsoft Office apps within Sharepoint 2016 Standard for document management as lacking.
Technical Manager at IBM
Faster page loading and improved file movements from folder to folder in Sharepoint 2016 Standard would enhance the platform.
Human Resources Specialist at UPS
 

Setup Cost

Box pricing is initially steep but offers excellent value, with discounts and free versions available for businesses and education.
SharePoint 2016 Standard offers affordable licensing, with users reporting 25% to 30% savings compared to other systems.
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
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Sharepoint 2016 Standard is that it is very cost-effective.
Senior Software Engineer at Wells Fargo
The cost is very cost-effective and relatively competitive compared to other alternatives.
Data Analyst at AT&T
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing has been very cost-effective and affordable.
Senior Software Engineer at Unilever
 

Valuable Features

Box provides secure file sharing, collaboration, advanced security, and seamless Microsoft integration, making it ideal for organizations.
SharePoint 2016 Standard enhances collaboration and efficiency with integration, secure sharing, and AI, despite high cost.
Box had a very easy-to-use search feature and a good user interface on its website, which was faster and better than SharePoint.
Consultant at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
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
Sharepoint 2016 Standard has positively impacted my organization by providing a very good data repository and organization of various amounts of information that is stored in these Sharepoint sites.
HITRUST and GRC Consultant at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
Sharepoint 2016 Standard has role-based access control, which secures our enterprise data effectively.
Data Engineer at a outsourcing company with 201-500 employees
Notifications from workflows are available, and it enables secure document sharing with version control, automated approval workflows, and team-specific collaboration sites.
Senior Software Engineer at Wells Fargo
 

Categories and Ranking

Box
Ranking in Enterprise Content Management
8th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
42
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Storage (12th), Digital Asset Management (6th), Document Management Software (6th), Content Collaboration Platforms (8th)
Sharepoint 2016 Standard
Ranking in Enterprise Content Management
16th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Enterprise Content Management category, the mindshare of Box is 3.7%, down from 3.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sharepoint 2016 Standard is 0.3%. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Content Management Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Box3.7%
Sharepoint 2016 Standard0.3%
Other96.0%
Enterprise Content Management
 

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.
Trevors Misigo - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Team Lead at Infosys
Cloud file sharing has transformed secure collaboration and protected our data after cyber attacks
The best features Sharepoint 2016 Standard offers, in my opinion, are that it organizes our documents and other materials into folder libraries within a custom website and provides sharing tools and rules specific to that site. It integrates well with other Microsoft products through Office 365. Adding and removing users is easy for administrators. Its simple document structure makes it clear where to best store documents. Out of those features, I find myself appreciating the integration with Office 365 the most, which makes it easier to share files and collaboration. I would also like to highlight that features such as version control to view any changes made and access control over any file or folder stand out to me. Additionally, the intuitive mobile application for easy access on the go enhances our experience. Sharepoint 2016 Standard has positively impacted my organization because since we had a cyber attack in 2017 and implemented this tool, it has been a secure and easy way to store files and access files for the people who are given permission. It can be accessed from anywhere as long as you have an internet connection. Collaboration has been made easier between departments and also with remote employees and clients.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
7%
Healthcare Company
6%
Construction Company
28%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Healthcare Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
9%
 

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 Business3
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise6
 

Questions from the Community

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 is your primary use case for Box?
I use Box, Delphi, and IBM FileNet. I worked for a software company as a project manager, and this experience includes FileNet. I also used Delphi for programming work. I am familiar enough with Bo...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sharepoint 2016 Standard?
Pricing for Sharepoint 2016 Standard, in my view, is favorable, as it is based on the days of person-hours worked. In contrast, while attempting to implement another documentation system, the costs...
What needs improvement with Sharepoint 2016 Standard?
Sharepoint 2016 Standard can be improved by continuing to evolve with changing technology. Integration with third-party workflows would improve it.
What is your primary use case for Sharepoint 2016 Standard?
My main use case for Sharepoint 2016 Standard is data collection of many policies and procedure documentation and reporting and project management materials. I use Sharepoint 2016 Standard for cond...
 

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