Compare CiraSync and Microsoft Outlook 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (38.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
No pricing available
CiraSync
Star Rating
(150)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
Browse all 2 pricing plansMicrosoft Outlook
Star Rating
(2,956)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft OutlookSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Microsoft Outlook excels in its Unified Inbox feature, scoring 9.0, which allows for seamless management of multiple email accounts in one place. In contrast, CiraSync does not have a comparable feature, which may limit its email management capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that CiraSync shines in Calendar Collaboration, achieving a score of 9.4, making it easier for teams to coordinate schedules. Microsoft Outlook, while strong at 9.0, does not offer the same level of collaborative features, which could be a drawback for teams needing extensive collaboration tools.
- G2 users highlight that CiraSync's Quality of Support is notably high at 9.5, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In comparison, Microsoft Outlook's support quality, rated at 8.6, may not meet the same level of user satisfaction.
- Users on G2 report that Microsoft Outlook's Ease of Use is rated at 8.9, which is slightly lower than CiraSync's score of 9.0. This suggests that CiraSync may offer a more intuitive user experience, particularly for new users.
- Reviewers mention that CiraSync's Integration Options are robust, with a score of 9.2, allowing for easy syncing of multiple calendars and seamless integration with other tools. Microsoft Outlook, while also strong at 8.8, may not provide the same breadth of integration capabilities.
- Users say that Microsoft Outlook's Security Standards are rated at 8.8, which is commendable, but CiraSync's focus on security features, while not explicitly rated, is often highlighted in reviews as a key strength, particularly for businesses concerned about data protection.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CiraSync
CiraSync Personal Edition
$0.00
CiraSync Personal Edition is a free and limited-capability version of the platform. The purpose of this version is to allow you to experience how quickly CiraSync automates the syncing of Office 365 Global Address List (GAL), shared calendars, or Public Folders to a single business smartphone. Limited to 10 users and 1,000 contacts/calendars (no photo sync).
- Centralized Management
Microsoft Outlook
No pricing availableFree Trial
CiraSync
Free Trial is available
Microsoft Outlook
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.6
124
9.2
2,263
Ease of Use
9.0
126
8.9
2,310
Ease of Setup
8.5
125
8.9
505
Ease of Admin
9.1
127
8.6
273
Quality of Support
9.5
106
8.6
1,833
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
119
8.8
254
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
125
8.4
2,195
Features by Category
Inbox Tools
Not enough data
9.1
893
Not enough data
8.9
956
Not enough data
9.3
961
Not enough data
9.2
969
Coordination Tools
Not enough data
9.3
966
Not enough data
8.9
950
Not enough data
8.8
902
Software Options
Not enough data
9.2
961
Not enough data
8.7
908
Development
9.3
18
Not enough data
6.4
7
Not enough data
6.8
10
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
4.0
5
Not enough data
6.0
8
Not enough data
7.3
8
Not enough data
Management
8.3
19
Not enough data
7.3
8
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
4.7
5
Not enough data
Security
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
6.9
8
Not enough data
Integration Options
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Deployment
6.7
6
Not enough data
8.8
19
Not enough data
Calendar View
9.2
8
8.9
970
8.6
7
8.8
976
Shared Calendar
9.4
9
9.0
973
9.0
10
8.9
930
Accessibility
8.5
8
8.8
831
7.6
7
8.6
844
Integration
9.2
10
8.8
893
8.8
11
8.9
902
9.2
17
8.9
924
Notifications
8.9
9
9.0
928
Not enough data
8.5
746
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CiraSync and Microsoft Outlook are categorized as Calendar
Unique Categories
CiraSync is categorized as iPaaS
Microsoft Outlook is categorized as Email and Email Client
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CiraSync
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Outlook
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Construction
24.7%
Real Estate
6.8%
Information Technology and Services
6.8%
Hospital & Health Care
4.1%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.4%
Other
54.1%
Information Technology and Services
13.6%
Computer Software
8.3%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Financial Services
3.6%
Higher Education
3.6%
Other
67.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
CiraSync
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Construction
Once it is all set up, you never have to touch it again other than turning on the license for a new user. Very Simple setup. Easy to add seats. Great way to push all your active contacts out to your company devices.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Anish G.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
As part of our current evaluation we are looking at an Enterprise implementation starting with a pilot. During the initial discovery our admins working with the CiraSync engineers had a certain design in place that we believed was a standard Enterprise...
Microsoft Outlook
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Computer Software
Have know this tool for a very long time and used to its UI and behavior. Gets the job done.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Raviraj R.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Archiving the mails. This is still not straight forward method. Setting the archiving of mails and setting rules for mail is still a pain staking tasks. It does'nt allow me to send .exe or executable files as an attachment, i still not able to figure out...
Verified User in Construction
Once it is all set up, you never have to touch it again other than turning on the license for a new user. Very Simple setup. Easy to add seats. Great way to push all your active contacts out to your company devices.
Verified User in Computer Software
Have know this tool for a very long time and used to its UI and behavior. Gets the job done.
Anish G.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
As part of our current evaluation we are looking at an Enterprise implementation starting with a pilot. During the initial discovery our admins working with the CiraSync engineers had a certain design in place that we believed was a standard Enterprise...
Raviraj R.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Archiving the mails. This is still not straight forward method. Setting the archiving of mails and setting rules for mail is still a pain staking tasks. It does'nt allow me to send .exe or executable files as an attachment, i still not able to figure out...
Alternatives
Discussions
Is there a way to use Cirasync to push company GAL to users' mobile devices (iOS only)?
2 comments
TH
Mark, the Cirasync app syncs with the Contacts folder in O365. So for instance, your user has an O365 account, they login on a browser and lok in the People...Read more
What is the difference between the Personal Edition and the Enterprise Edition?
1 comment
Official Response from CiraSync
Enterprise Edition:
* Centralized Management from a single dashboard
* Syncs more than one contact list or calendar at time
* Public Folders and Shared...Read more
Do you have mobile applications for the product?
1 comment
Official Response from CiraSync
Yes, you can download the apps at the following sites:
For Android phones:...Read more
What business advantages does Outlook give over Gmail?
5 comments
SP
As an e-mail client, Outlook is unexceptional. The driving difference is whether you want the overhead & control of hosting Exchange, or are content letting...Read more
What are the latest integrations and features in Microsoft Outlook that enhance email communication and productivity?
3 comments
SM
I like that you can pin conversations to the top of the email.Read more
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