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At a Glance
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Star Rating
(9,658)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$5 user/month
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Seafile
Seafile
Star Rating
(43)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Microsoft OneDrive for Business excels in file sharing capabilities, with a score of 9.0, while Seafile's file sharing score is slightly lower at 8.6. Reviewers mention that OneDrive's integration with Microsoft Office enhances collaboration, making it easier to share and edit documents in real-time.
  • Reviewers mention that Seafile shines in performance and reliability, scoring 9.2 compared to OneDrive's 8.8. Users on G2 highlight Seafile's efficient syncing and quick access to files, which is particularly beneficial for teams that require fast and reliable file access.
  • Users say that both platforms offer robust security features, but OneDrive stands out with a higher score of 9.0 versus Seafile's 8.8. Reviewers mention that OneDrive's security protocols, including advanced threat protection, provide peace of mind for enterprise users handling sensitive data.
  • G2 users report that Seafile has a slight edge in ease of use, scoring 9.3 compared to OneDrive's 8.6. Reviewers mention that Seafile's intuitive interface and straightforward setup process make it a favorite among small businesses looking for a user-friendly solution.
  • Users on G2 highlight that both products offer strong mobile app support, with both scoring 8.5. However, reviewers mention that OneDrive's mobile app integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft services, providing a more cohesive experience for users already in the Microsoft ecosystem.
  • Reviewers mention that Seafile's API capabilities are exceptional, scoring 9.5, which allows for extensive customization and integration with other tools. In contrast, OneDrive's API score of 8.6 indicates that while it offers integration options, it may not be as flexible as Seafile for developers looking to build custom solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
1 TB of OneDrive storage
$5
user/month
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Seafile
No pricing available
Free Trial
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Free Trial is available
Seafile
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
7,799
8.9
36
Ease of Use
8.6
7,848
9.3
36
Ease of Setup
8.6
1,620
8.9
12
Ease of Admin
8.5
1,462
8.6
7
Quality of Support
8.4
6,072
9.0
33
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
1,394
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
7,598
9.0
36
Features by Category
Cloud Content CollaborationHide 21 FeaturesShow 21 Features
8.7
83,922
8.8
528
File Management
8.7
5991
8.6
28
8.6
6012
8.6
29
8.8
6084
8.6
29
8.5
5881
8.3
29
8.5
4999
8.5
26
Collaboration
8.7
5311
8.7
29
9.0
6148
8.6
30
8.3
5398
8.7
26
8.4
4727
8.6
27
Administration
8.7
3930
8.6
30
8.9
4203
8.9
32
8.7
3856
8.9
29
8.8
3859
8.8
28
8.7
4232
8.7
30
8.7
3569
8.8
28
9.0
4332
8.8
30
Platform
8.9
1031
8.6
12
8.8
1368
9.2
15
8.5
1063
9.0
14
8.7
1067
8.9
14
8.6
861
9.5
13
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Seafile
Seafile
Microsoft OneDrive for Business and Seafile are categorized as Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business has no unique categories
Seafile
Seafile has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
29.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.4%
Seafile
Seafile
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
50.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.0%
Reviewers' Industry
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Information Technology and Services
10.7%
Education Management
5.8%
Higher Education
5.3%
Computer Software
5.1%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Other
69.4%
Seafile
Seafile
Information Technology and Services
17.5%
Education Management
10.0%
Computer Software
10.0%
Insurance
7.5%
Higher Education
5.0%
Other
50.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Daniel J.
DJ
Daniel J.
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

Microsoft's SkyDrive is a decent option, especially if you're in the Windows ecosystem. It is well integrated in to Microsoft Office and offers a decent amount of storage space. The syncing seems reliable and their online editors for Office documents is...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Mike J.
MJ
Mike J.
Verified User in Oil & Energy

EVERYTHING My client had approximately 30 GB in 25,000 files stored in Dropbox. We migrated them into OneDrive for Business. Here are some gotchas discovered along the way: It's not just a file system. It's really a SharePoint Document Library behind...

Seafile
Seafile
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Mohamed I.
MI
Mohamed I.
Verified User in Food Production

The interface of the program is simple and elegant, making it easier for users to deal with it and allowing the possibility of encrypting data and protecting it with a password to raise the level of protection

Most Helpful Critical Review
GS U.
GU
GS U.
Verified User in E-Learning

It bothers me that Seafile doesn't have a free storage option and that the costs for larger files might be pretty high.

Alternatives
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business Alternatives
Google Workspace
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Dropbox
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Seafile
Seafile Alternatives
Nextcloud
Nextcloud
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Dropbox
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ownCloud
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Discussions
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Microsoft OneDrive for Business Discussions
Which is better Drop box or One drive
14 comments
James M.
JM
One drive is the best. It is very secure and user friendly. Read more
Can you save pictures as well as documents in one drive
6 comments
Jamie J.
JJ
Yes, you can save pictures to OneDrive. In fact, you can save all sorts of file types as long as you have the space to do so. Read more
Is there any way to see your files on the web?
6 comments
Jamie J.
JJ
Visit https://onedrive.live.com and sign in.Read more
Seafile
Seafile Discussions
How do I activate the boot system after the restart?
2 comments
Mohammad Y.
MY
Personally I recommend the use of Seafile, I have been using this platform for months and my files are perfectly protected with SeafileRead more
What does Seafile do?
1 comment
Raja Mehran K.
RK
Seafile are a truly dependable, low-cost elective for document synchronizing of the Dropbox type. Furthermore, their client permits encryptions of the...Read more
Is Seafile opensource?
1 comment
DT
Certainly! Please provide the text in the Unknown Language that you would like me to translate into English.Read more