Amazon WorkDocs vs Dropbox comparison

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Amazon WorkDocs and Dropbox based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Amazon WorkDocs

Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms

5th

Average Rating

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Dropbox

Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms

1st

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Storage (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Content Collaboration Platforms category, the mindshare of Amazon WorkDocs is 18.6%, up from 18.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Dropbox is 9.6%, down from 13.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Daulath Alikhan

Deputy General Manager at a government with 51-200 employees

A great collaboration service for small organizations

The synchronization should be simplified. Other solutions like Dropbox and OneDrive have apps. I tried using the mobile version, but it didn't work properly, that needs to be improved. It was cumbersome. It's a good solution for a small organization like ours, but it really depends on your use-cases and the size of your organization. I had a very bitter experience with their mobile app. It was challenging to even download it and once I did, I wasn't even able to log into my system. The mobile app needs to improved for easy use.

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Anton Krivonosov

Application Security Architect at Kuehne & Nagel Inc.

An easy-to-use solution that can be used to store files in the cloud and share them with different people

Dropbox is a cloud-based solution. Dropbox is a nice solution to use if you have nothing to hide or aren't afraid that others will view some secrets because you don't know how the company protects them. If you store normal files you don't care much about, you can use Dropbox. Overall, I rate Dropbox a nine out of ten.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"This solution is great for inviting and sharing documents with other users."

"The small business version gave us ample capacity."

"The product's initial setup phase was easy."

"Setting up DropBox is straightforward, and one person can do it in less than five minutes."

"Dropbox offers helpful functionalities for business purposes, such as receiving file requests from external parties like customers who don't have an account. Additionally, it includes features, such as reminders and workflow capabilities."

"It ensures all our staff are using the current version of our documents."

"File syncing is the most valuable feature. I use it every day to sync files across to the cloud."

"I like how user-friendly the solution is."

"The search functionality and the ability to preview images are quite good."

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Cons

"I had a very bitter experience with their mobile app."

"A room for improvement in Dropbox is document editing. It would be nice to have the functionality of editing the document with other people at the same time. This is something that can be done on Office 365, and it's a feature I'd like to see in the next release of Dropbox."

"Improve the ease of use. Sometimes, occasional users struggle to login again and access documents."

"I would like to see integration with Office products, it would be very helpful."

"We are moving to Microsoft Teams. Instead of Dropbox, we will be using Microsoft Teams that has the advantage of saving the versions. It supports file versioning so that you can always go back to the previous version if you want to. If somebody has made a change in one of the files and you don't know what changes have been made, you can always go back to the previous version. This feature led us to migrate to Microsoft Teams. With Dropbox, there is no option for simultaneous work. This feature is there in Google Files. In Microsoft Teams, you can invite team members to collaborate. That is the reason why I prefer Microsoft Teams over Dropbox. It should also have more integration with other solutions."

"The solution could improve by being more secure and having more storage."

"The tool must be better protected."

"The price is expensive for individual users."

"I'd rate the scalability maybe a seven out of ten. Once I stop paying, it is an issue."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It's cheaper compared to similar products available"

"Given the price and limitations, there are more competitive options available."

"The solution does not come with a licensing cost."

"The pricing varies depending on the version, and the one we currently utilize is the business version."

"I need to pay towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. The solution is expensive."

"A bigger discount for existing users would be appreciated."

"The solution is purchased on a subscription basis, and there are purchasing options. If you purchase annually there is a discount."

"I was using the free version of the product."

"Dropbox offers a freemium model which is very convenient and affordable. Beyond that, the pricing is favorable."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Financial Services Firm

Educational Organization

60%

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Questions from the Community

Does Amazon WorkDocs offer any unique advantages over SharePoint?

Amazon WorkDocs offers the following advantages over SharePoint: It is a fully managed service, meaning that Amazon takes care of the underlying infrastructure and maintenance. It is more scalab...

What do you like most about Dropbox?

For me, the biggest thing is version history. I can easily go back and view older versions.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dropbox?

We are using the free version of Dropbox.

What needs improvement with Dropbox?

Dropbox needs to improve its integration with Google platforms, including Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Slides, which facilitate easier collaboration. I would also like to see features rel...

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Comparisons

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SharePoint vs Amazon WorkDocs

Compared 31% of the time

Google Workspace vs Amazon WorkDocs

Compared 9% of the time

Quip vs Amazon WorkDocs

Compared 6% of the time

Google Drive Enterprise vs Amazon WorkDocs

Compared 2% of the time

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Compared 25% of the time

Microsoft OneDrive vs Dropbox

Compared 19% of the time

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Compared 15% of the time

LucidLink vs Dropbox

Compared 9% of the time

Egnyte vs Dropbox

Compared 4% of the time

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Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Overview

Amazon WorkDocs is a fully managed, secure content creation, storage, and collaboration service. With Amazon WorkDocs, you can easily create, edit, and share content, and because it’s stored centrally on AWS, access it from anywhere on any device. Amazon WorkDocs makes it easy to collaborate with others, and lets you easily share content, provide rich feedback, and collaboratively edit documents. You can use Amazon WorkDocs to retire legacy file share infrastructure by moving file shares to the cloud. Amazon WorkDocs lets you integrate with your existing systems, and offers a rich API so that you can develop your own content-rich applications. Amazon WorkDocs is built on AWS, where your content is secured on the world's largest cloud infrastructure.

With Amazon WorkDocs, there are no upfront fees or commitments. You pay only for active user accounts, and the storage you use. Amazon WorkDocs provides a 30-day free trial with 1 TB of storage per user for up to 50 users.

Dropbox is utilized for storing and sharing files, synchronizing documents across multiple devices, and ensuring data backups for both personal and professional use.

Users rely on Dropbox for collaborating on projects, managing personal storage, and exchanging files. It is often used for file version control, meeting notes, and as a central storage unit. Dropbox provides seamless data access across desktops, laptops, mobiles, and the cloud. It is valued for its accessibility, synchronization, strong security, user-friendly interface, robust sharing capabilities, Microsoft Office integration, efficient performance, and reliable storage. It supports multiple users, real-time editing, offers backup options, and has free usage tiers. Dropbox manages large files, maintains version history, and allows external sharing without extra costs. However, there are areas for improvement in security and privacy, pricing, storage capacity, and tool integration. Users experience synchronization issues, limited collaboration features, and a need for better real-time editing. Improvements are also desired in mobile access, search functionality, and setup complexity, alongside better performance and scalability.

What are Dropbox's most important features?

Easy accessibility from any device
Seamless synchronization
Strong security
User-friendly interface
Robust sharing capabilities
Integration with Microsoft Office
Efficient performance
Reliable storage
Real-time editing support
Backup options and free usage tiers

What are the benefits or ROI to look for in reviews?

Seamless data access across devices
Enhanced collaboration on projects
Strong security measures
Efficient document management
Real-time editing for teamwork
Cost efficiency with free tiers
Reliability in storage and backups

Dropbox is implemented diversely across industries, including legal, healthcare, and media. Legal firms use it for secure document storage and sharing. Healthcare professionals rely on it for maintaining patient records while ensuring compliance with privacy laws. Media companies utilize Dropbox for collaborative projects and managing large multimedia files efficiently.

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