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Dropbox vs Google Cloud Storage comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 17, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.5
Users find Dropbox easy to use, with mixed feedback on technical and billing support response times and varying regional experiences.
No sentiment score available
Most users manage independently, but those using Google Cloud Storage support find it professional and efficient, despite occasional delays.
 

Room For Improvement

Sentiment score
4.9
Dropbox requires enhancements in security, pricing clarity, collaboration, storage, synchronization, integration, and user interface to compete with rivals.
Sentiment score
6.2
Google Cloud Storage needs enhancements in speed, user experience, security, integration, and flexible storage plans with lower costs.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.1
Dropbox is highly scalable with easy storage upgrades for paid plans, though some users find competitors easier for scaling up.
Sentiment score
6.6
Google Cloud Storage provides scalable and flexible storage solutions, efficiently handling varying workloads and user numbers, though cost concerns exist.
 

Setup Cost

No sentiment score available
Dropbox offers a free version with 2GB storage and competitive paid plans, with annual subscriptions typically cheaper.
No sentiment score available
Google Cloud Storage's pay-as-you-go model is cost-effective, offers free tiers, and appeals with discounts in select regions.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.7
Dropbox is highly rated for its stability and reliability, with users rarely reporting significant technical issues or performance glitches.
Sentiment score
8.5
Google Cloud Storage is highly stable and reliable, with users praising its consistent performance and smooth integration across locations.
 

Valuable Features

Sentiment score
8.3
Dropbox offers device accessibility, seamless sharing, user-friendly interface, Office integration, synchronization, collaboration, security, stability, backup, access control, organization, and versatile storage.
Sentiment score
8.6
Google Cloud Storage is highly valued for scalability, ease of use, security, and seamless integration with diverse business needs.
 

Categories and Ranking

Dropbox
Ranking in Cloud Storage
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
88
Ranking in other categories
Content Collaboration Platforms (1st)
Google Cloud Storage
Ranking in Cloud Storage
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
76
Ranking in other categories
Public Cloud Storage Services (3rd)
 

Featured Reviews

Anton Krivonosov - PeerSpot reviewer
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.
Akos Szirmai - PeerSpot reviewer
Offers accessibility from various devices and easy to setup
I never intended to use Google Storage. It was just a backup or auxiliary service to my Gmail account. If someone wants to use it, they probably can use it. I am not sure about the corporate environment. But at a personal level, Google Storage supports a lot of functions of the whole Google package, from the calendar, mail, photos, news, and so on. So, anyone who is using this software is definitely using Google Storage in some way. It is about the core usage. So, if someone is looking for a cloud storage solution, I would suggest using it. Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
57%
Computer Software Company
5%
University
4%
Financial Services Firm
3%
Educational Organization
72%
Computer Software Company
5%
Financial Services Firm
3%
Manufacturing Company
2%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

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 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...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Google Cloud Storage?
The pricing for cloud services, including Google, remains challenging in the Philippines, especially for SMEs. These businesses often find cloud solutions more expensive compared to on-premises opt...
What needs improvement with Google Cloud Storage?
The initial setup appears to be the hardest part, although once familiar with it, the process becomes easier. Pricing remains challenging, especially for SMEs, making cloud services costlier than o...
 

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