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We performed a comparison between HCL Verse and Microsoft Exchange Online based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Email Applications solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed HCL Verse vs. Microsoft Exchange Online Report (Updated: May 2024).
770,292 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The most valuable feature is the mail server.""HCL Verse has a nice interface and it is a practical email solution. There are a diverse set of features, such as the search bar on top of the screens."

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"The best part of this solution is the security it offers.""The data prevention and protection feature is good.""The features of Microsoft Exchange Online are very intuitive and well-built, keeping the user experience in mind. The usability and the accessibility are the best aspects of this solution.""The most valuable features of Microsoft Exchange Online are the frequent updates. They upgrade and optimize the features to make them better and better. They have a very strong ecosystem and they integrate together.""The overall usage was all good.""The most valuable features of Microsoft Exchange Online are spam filtering, 50 GB of email storage, good integration with Outlook, and ease of management.""I have found the interface to be user-friendly and the overall simplicity valuable features.""I enjoy not having to maintain the local infrastructure, local servers, local whatever. You use the software and don't have to worry about the details."

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Cons
"Security is very important to us, so improvements to this functionality are welcome.""The solution could improve by allowing us to use a color that we want in the editing boxes."

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"The licensing price of the solution could be lower.""Microsoft Exchange Online could improve the overall protection of the solution.""Microsoft needs to lower the price of the extra production add-ins for Exchange Online.""I would like to have the option to have my electronic signature posted on my emails by default. I am able to add it manually but cannot get it by default.""The solution's performance can be improved when you are trying to access it remotely.""Cloud security is always a concern and the solution can always increase their security.""There is an annual enterprise subscription could improve by having more features.""I have found that Microsoft has vulnerabilities when it comes to Exchange Online. It has become the port of a lot of hacker attacks."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "This is an affordable solution but the price could be improved."
  • "The price of the solution is reasonable."
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  • "I have no opinion."
  • "Initially, we had issues with the licensing agreement, but we worked it out with Microsoft."
  • "It is a reasonable solution."
  • "In my opinion, the online license is the best one we have. It is a bundle that we have from Microsoft. It is a bit high in price."
  • "I think it's just awesome. There's no argument about how much value you get on the per user, for user expenditure. It's really great, I don't have any issues with it. I think it's excellent."
  • "The price is a bit high. It is especially expensive in the Indian market."
  • "We have a license per user scenario."
  • "The pricing is a bit more expensive than other solutions."
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    Top Answer:The benefits are widespread and effective communication. We use Microsoft Teams for meetings within and outside our organization. Additionally, Teams can be used for chat, allowing us to track… more »
    Top Answer:Microsoft Exchange Online is very expensive. While it might seem a bit expensive, the benefits outweigh the cost for us. We wouldn't consider changing unless absolutely necessary. We pay yearly. It's… more »
    Top Answer:The price could be an area of concern for many, but I do feel I'm getting value for what I'm paying for.
    Ranking
    14th
    out of 24 in Email Applications
    Views
    625
    Comparisons
    537
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    2nd
    out of 24 in Email Applications
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    5,567
    Comparisons
    4,067
    Reviews
    49
    Average Words per Review
    380
    Rating
    8.7
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    Also Known As
    Verse, IBM Verse
    Exchange Online, Exchange Online Plan 1, Exchange Online Plan 2, MS Exchange Online
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    Overview

    IBM Verse is a powerful email hosting solution that enables users to access their business communications from a laptop or desktop browser or from a mobile device. This email and business messaging experience is based on an innovative user-centric design, including social analytics and advanced search capabilities. IBM Verse helps users quickly find and focus on what content is most important, empowering them to build stronger working relationships while optimizing business results.

    Exchange Online helps protect your information with advanced capabilities. Anti-malware and anti-spam filtering protect mailboxes. Data loss prevention capabilities prevent users from mistakenly sending sensitive information to unauthorized people. Globally redundant servers, premier disaster recovery capabilities, and a team of security experts monitoring Exchange Online around the clock safeguard your data.
    Sample Customers
    Canon Marketing Japan Inc., Australian Trade Commission, BTC, Havas, Canal Barge Co.Inc., RAVInvest, Elemental Path, WDR mediagroup
    Bank Alfalah Ltd., Paderborn-Lippstadt Airport, Blue Star Infotech, Scitec Nutrition, Resolution Films, British Airways, Empire Cinemas, InnoGames
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Government16%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company14%
    Computer Software Company12%
    Government10%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Government9%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise66%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business40%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise45%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise49%
    Buyer's Guide
    HCL Verse vs. Microsoft Exchange Online
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about HCL Verse vs. Microsoft Exchange Online and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    770,292 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    HCL Verse is ranked 14th in Email Applications while Microsoft Exchange Online is ranked 2nd in Email Applications with 85 reviews. HCL Verse is rated 9.0, while Microsoft Exchange Online is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of HCL Verse writes "Stable, scalable, and good interface". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Microsoft Exchange Online writes "Helps reduced IT operations, scalable, and simple setup". HCL Verse is most compared with HCL Notes, HCL Domino, Office 365, Huddle and Hub, whereas Microsoft Exchange Online is most compared with Google Workspace, Amazon WorkMail, ProtonMail, Zoho Mail and Zimbra Collaboration. See our HCL Verse vs. Microsoft Exchange Online report.

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