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Microsoft OneDrive vs ShareFile comparison

Microsoft and ShareFile are both solutions in the Content Collaboration Platforms category. Microsoft is ranked #2 with an average rating of 10.0, while ShareFile is ranked #8 with an average rating of 9.0. Additionally, 90% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of ShareFile users who would recommend it.
Microsoft OneDrive
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90% willing to recommend
ShareFile
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90% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft OneDrive
Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
ShareFile
Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms
8th
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
11
Ranking in other categories
eSignature (Electronic Signature) (5th), Cloud Data Exchange Services (3rd)
 

Featured Reviews

Sunil Mehta - PeerSpot reviewer
May 1, 2022
Secure data, helpful support, but more duplication file management needed
Microsoft OneDrive could improve because it doesn't support backing up .PST files, which are Outlook data files, and email archives. This is a substantial setback when it comes to Microsoft OneDrive. There are times when there are some syncing issues. The resolution of the sync issues could be more user-friendly. When you keep on uploading on Microsoft OneDrive, there are a lot of duplicate files which keep adding. There should be some mechanism to identify the duplicate files, and then clean them up in an automated way. Microsoft OneDrive could check for the duplicate files which are exactly the same and give recommendations in terms of, which one to delete, to allow more free space. A type of cleanup function.
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Salim Malik - PeerSpot reviewer
Jan 5, 2024
Reliable, user-friendly, and secure
The initial setup is straightforward. It's not complicated. I’ve done the deployment when I was in Citrix and the deployment for the current customer and therefore have experience doing this a few times. How long the deployment takes is up to the customer in terms of what type of storage zone controller you're going to operate. If you're going to operate on-premise, then you need to have the network team and the server, physical server, the load balances, and storage zone controller storage deployed. It shouldn't take, if the infrastructure is ready, more than a week. IN that time, you can set up the entire full-fledged configuration and have enrollment running if you have all the hardware and the communications ready. That's on the on-premise side. If it's on a specific cloud, even when you purchase the procurement, it won't take even a day. In 24 hours, you will be up and running easily on the ShareFile cloud if you are working with the Citrix cloud. If you're doing a private cloud, then the communication to open the ports between the ShareFile can complain to the private cloud. That might be at least a week, depending on the internal teams. If they work very fast and smoothly, it's a matter of a day. You only need one person to maintain the solution. It’s pretty low-maintenance.
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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"It is well integrated with other Microsoft products."
"It is good as a central hub for the storage of documents and sharing among team members."
"The feature that I have found the most valuable is that Microsoft OneDrive works with any Enterprise Cloud Solutions Office app. You can edit a document on the cloud, share documents with your colleagues, and monitor changes. You can access your work almost anywhere. You can also sync Microsoft OneDrive with your workstation so that whatever you are working on gets automatically backed up to the cloud at regular intervals. So even if your system crashes, you still have a copy of your documents in the cloud, which I found very useful."
"The most valuable feature is to be able to modify the file online and keep it stored on the cloud, since it is not necessary to download it to make modifications."
"They have support for integration with a lot of tools."
"Scalability is good just because it is a cloud-based product."
"Image management is great since the search is simple, and accessing images with labels is easy."
"Ability to share documents."
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"Citrix has a very good file auditing features and security features."
"ShareFile gives you all of the features of cloud providers, but in an on-premises solution."
"This provides us with a secure way of sending tax returns without having to use passwords."
"The Enterprise Dropbox solution is highly integrated with Microsoft's Office 365 and Azure products."
"The solution would query the Active Directory, and if new accounts were identified, Citrix ShareFile would add them automatically."
"The solution is scalable."
"Easy to manage and fully secure."
"It's user-friendly for end users."
 

Cons

"The online application is quite limited, for this and other Office offerings."
"The security is not as flexible as it is with Dropbox, which means that we can't share our OneDrive files."
"It takes too long for OneDrive to synchronize various applications, especially when you are saving office data. It also requires too much bandwidth."
"OneDrive is a bit behind competing products like Dropbox and Box."
"Performance is an issue when sharing a large number of files in a single folder."
"Recent functionality changes have actually made the product more confusing to use."
"The initial setup is not easy."
"The user interface could be a little more intuitive."
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"The configuration on the mobile devices is a little clunky, in terms of setting up the application."
"Some of our customers are facing issues if they've deployed in hybrid mode."
"My only issue with this solution is the cost, which should be improved."
"There are sometimes scalability issues after updates."
"DLP features are lacking and required because, especially with everyone working from home, security is now paramount when the data is on BYOD devices."
"They should integrate the solution with more email services."
"Everything they have should be integrated into one item."
"The user interface is not very intuitive."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"This is a pricy solution, given that we are only using it at 50% capacity."
"Using this software, it has had an amazing impact moneywise on our business. It allows us to share documents without the need of extra hardware."
"The price of Microsoft OneDrive is reasonable and compatible with competitors."
"OneDrive comes with Microsoft 365 so it is just an added part of that package."
"The licensing is expensive and on a yearly basis."
"We pay a lot for the Enterprise version, but it is a premium service."
"Costwise, it is a great option. In most cases, it is a free space, which will be more than enough for most customers."
"It is free if you are using Office 365, and you get a terabyte of storage with your account."
"If you are already a Citrix customer, I recommend having the Platinum licensing level, as it provides licensing for a number of various features that all integrate together."
"You have to work hard in order to get the suitable licenses."
"Citrix has a very good file auditing features and security features."
"I give the cost of the solution a five out of five."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
53%
Computer Software Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Manufacturing Company
4%
Computer Software Company
13%
Legal Firm
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Construction Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft OneDrive?
The backup capability is one feature I love about OneDrive. I also like how it syncs when you're working offline. Everything is updated once you connect again.
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What needs improvement with Microsoft OneDrive?
It takes too long for OneDrive to synchronize various applications, especially when you are saving office data. It also requires too much bandwidth.
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What is your primary use case for Microsoft OneDrive?
We use OneDrive to share documents throughout the organization and collaborate. It is also used for backups.
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What do you like most about Citrix ShareFile?
The solution is scalable.
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What needs improvement with Citrix ShareFile?
They should integrate the solution with more email services. That would be very helpful.
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What is your primary use case for Citrix ShareFile?
We use the solution primarily for sending and receiving encrypted files. It helps us share large files as well.
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Compared 11% of the time
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Compared 9% of the time
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Compared 6% of the time
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Also Known As

MS OneDrive
Citrix RightSignature, Citrix ShareFile
 

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ShareFile
 

Overview

Microsoft OneDrive for Business gives you online storage that works seamlessly with the tools you use every day to create, communicate, and collaborate from your PC/Mac or your iOS, Android, or Windows device.

ShareFile is widely used by organizations for secure emailing of tax returns and document transfers, especially during COVID, supporting multifactor authentication and a high file size limit.

Offered by cloud service providers, ShareFile aids in migrating on-premises file servers to the cloud and sending large files blocked by other platforms. It is essential for secure data sharing with features like multifactor authentication and encryption. ShareFile integrates with cloud services, supports high-speed operations, and maintains enterprise-level security with automatic synchronization. It also allows for multiplatform accessibility, including an Outlook plugin and mobile apps. Administrative benefits include Active Directory integration for automatic account creation.

What are ShareFile's most important features?
  • Ease of use: User-friendly interface for easy navigation
  • Security features: Robust security protocols including data encryption
  • File auditing: Comprehensive tracking and reporting of file activities
  • Cloud integration: Seamless integration with OneDrive, G Drive, and Dropbox
  • Multifactor authentication: Enhanced security with multiple verification steps
  • Automatic synchronization: Real-time sync across devices and platforms
  • Active Directory integration: Streamlined user account management
  • Multiplatform access: Supports Outlook plugin and mobile applications
What benefits or ROI should users look for in reviews?
  • Cost-effectiveness: Evaluate the pricing against features and security
  • Enhanced security: Look for reviews on data protection and GDPR compliance
  • Collaboration options: Check user feedback on collaboration functionalities
  • Intuitive experience: Consider reviews on ease of use and navigation
  • Custom branding: Assess customization options for tailored branding
  • Performance: Gauge user insights on network speed and reliability
  • Unified platform: Benefits of integrated services in one platform

ShareFile is implemented across sectors like Law Firms, CPAs, and Manufacturing companies, supporting secure and efficient data sharing. For example, law firms use it for confidential client documents, CPAs rely on it for secure tax return handling, and manufacturing firms leverage it for transferring large design files. Multifactor authentication and platform accessibility ensure data security and ease of access.

 

Sample Customers

Chevron, Accenture, Booz Allen Hamilton, DBS, Nestle, Lowe's, MGM Resorts, Textron, MGM Resorts
SecondMarket, KBC Partners, Twilio, You Know Who Design, oDesk Corporation, CMT Agency, Townhog
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