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

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

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"The initial setup is extremely easy.""The most valuable feature of this solution is its convenience, I can retrieve files online from various places. It has backup options in case something was to go wrong with my computer I can restore my files.""I had a good experiment with the technical support from Dropbox.""It's very easy to use and quite accessible for everybody.""I like the synchronization, and the integration with Microsoft Office is good.""It is easy to install. It is stable and scalable.""Reliability is the most valuable feature.""The small business version gave us ample capacity."

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

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"The solution could be more scalable.""There is room for improvement in Dropbox's security measures.""The only thing I have had trouble with is the ability to share files. The recipients of my requests have had difficulty accessing the files.""The solution lacks sufficient storage capabilities.""I'd like to see security improved a bit.""Dropbox could improve by being more secure.""The pricing could be better and/or more clear. Right now, they have a strange way of splitting pricing. It's a bit complicated and not clear for users.""The solution could be a bit less expensive."

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  • "It's cheaper compared to similar products available"
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  • "Dropbox offers a freemium model which is very convenient and affordable. Beyond that, the pricing is favorable."
  • "Given the price and limitations, there are more competitive options available."
  • "A bigger discount for existing users would be appreciated."
  • "I am using the free solution, which provides me with 2GBs of storage, and for me, it's sufficient."
  • "Its price is quite cheap. It is quite competitive. You just need to pay for the license. There are no additional costs."
  • "You pay as you go, which is a good thing. There is a monthly fee, and you can also pay annually. This flexibility makes the subscription easier and affordable for some of us. I prefer yearly pricing, which is also slightly cheaper than monthly pricing."
  • "It has some free features, but for some of the features, you need to pay. If you need more storage, then you need to pay. Its licensing probably is on a monthly basis."
  • "I am on a monthly subscription for the solution and I am somewhat satisfied with the pricing. However, the price could a bit better."
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    Top Answer: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 scalable… more »
    Top Answer:Dropbox is an easy-to-use solution that has good stability.
    Top Answer:I am using the free version of Dropbox. Users need to pay to increase the solution's capacity.
    Top Answer:The solution could provide more capacity for free.
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    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 provides cloud-based file syncing, sharing, and storage. It specializes in helping large-scale businesses stay organized and productive while protecting the integrity of sensitive information with enterprise-level security. Dropbox is a valuable solution for businesses looking to simplify communication, safeguard information, and improve collaboration. Dropbox's platform provides a user-friendly, real-time sharing and storage solution for large businesses.

    The company's enterprise-level service plan includes 256-bit AES and SSL encryption, an optional two-step verification process, and optional mobile passcodes, which provide tight security to protect sensitive information. Dropbox uniquely offers a remote wipe feature, which allows businesses to keep data safe when an employee leaves the company or a computer is lost.

    Dropbox stands out from the competition by offering businesses expanded storage, unlimited file recovery and versioning, and control over sharing permissions. Additionally, Dropbox provides businesses with team management solutions, including device and location tracking, login tracking, detailed user management options for administrators, and centralized billing. 

    Collaboration between team members is further simplified with the addition of various Dropbox apps that allow advanced functionality such as document editing, CRM, and e-signatures. Dropbox has become one of the most popular business tools, entrusted by 97 percent of all Fortune 500 companies.


    Before implementing Dropbox, global apparel merchandiser BCBGMAXAZRIA was struggling to structure communication and increase company-wide efficiency, which resulted in the need for increased staff hours and expenses. Since choosing Dropbox as its cloud-based sharing and storage solution, BCBGMAXAZRIA has been able to restructure its file sharing and collaboration streams in every department. As a result, BCBGMAXAZRIA is able to boost efficiency, reduce expenses, and protect its information throughout all 550 locations.

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    Vita Coco, BCBGMAXAZRIA Group, Centric Project, Kayak, FourSquare, Asana, Huge Adversting , USA Gymnastics, Appen, Valliant, Radio Lab
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Government7%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Comms Service Provider14%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization49%
    Computer Software Company6%
    University4%
    Government4%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise61%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business44%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise35%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise55%
    Large Enterprise27%
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    Amazon WorkDocs is ranked 5th in Content Collaboration Platforms while Dropbox is ranked 1st in Content Collaboration Platforms with 23 reviews. Amazon WorkDocs is rated 8.0, while Dropbox is rated 8.2. On the other hand, the top reviewer of Dropbox writes "A cloud storage solution for safe backup, seamless synchronization, and security protection". Amazon WorkDocs is most compared with Microsoft Office SharePoint Server, Google Workspace, Office 365, Quip and Citrix ShareFile, whereas Dropbox is most compared with Microsoft OneDrive, SharePoint, Citrix ShareFile, Google Workspace and Egnyte.

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