Dropbox Business

Pros

Pretty much everything about it was great for me and my small business.

Cons

I wish I had found this earlier, I wasted so much time on other apps that were not so helpful

Pros

The thing I like most about Drobox is its cloud storage which gives me extra storage which is very useful to me and also the file sharing feature is great and helps a lot while sharing files to others

Cons

The thing I like least is that it has limitations on the size of file or media you can upload and also it has high prices for cloud storage.

Pros

Drag and Drop, and sharing. That's about it.

Cons

Dropbox felt revolutionary when it first came out. But it seemed to just stop improving or gaining any sort of upgrade several years ago. Its UI remained the same, reminiscent of the 2009 Hipster moment. Every time I would talk to a rep about what we were looking for in a tool, they would tell us it would be coming, and then it never did. There was no simple tagging of key words or metadata on files/photos to make it simple to find what we were looking for. We were using this for Digital Asset Management and it was incredibly lacking in that arena.

Pros

Drobox cloud storage is very easy to use and easy to access from anywhere

Cons

With google drive Dropbox actually seem becone unnecessary. As we are orivided free when we use goggle gmail suite

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Pros

It just works! No syncing issues what so ever

Cons

Greater integration with operating systems as some features like file recovery are done via the web browser

Pros

The ability to share files with out of the organization individuals is very easy and very convenient. Requesting files from out of the organization individuals is a pretty seamless process too.

Cons

The least thing I like about Dropbox Business is not having the ability to nuke all shares. There should be a way to disable or delete all shares from a top folder level. On the same side of the coin, there should be an area as an admin to see ALL shares across the organization.

Pros

We love Dropbox. It is super fast and the app works for us while uploading 5-6 gigabytes a day of raw files

Cons

The price is a little high. As a nonprofit we have other options that are extremely cheap which makes using Dropbox a challenge for us.

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Pros

Dropbox Business has a matchless cloud storage functions.

Cons

Dropbox Business can have a cheaper pricing model.

Pros

It's effectiveness for storing important files and documents

Cons

It is not available offline and this is quite limiting.

Pros

Simple file sharing and syncing across devices.

Cons

Storage plans can be pricey for small businesses.

Pros

Dropbox Business has a desktop and mobile app. I prefer the desktop app.
Frequently used shortcuts are large and located in the middle of the screen.
Deleted files stay in a trash folder which can be convenient. Administrators have discretion on file sharing and commenting. Team folders are another convenience, everyone on the team can view the files. Public folders allow anyone to view it until the expiration date. Password is optional.
It is easy to edit PDF documents and add annotations such as highlighting.
Customer support options are actually plentiful, they include a help center, PDF guide, email, chat, and phone.
Data safety is high.

Cons

Dropbox Business is expensive and some services are not included or are add ons (data governance for example)
Photo editor is not as good as I expected.
Dropbox Paper is included with the subscription however it will not read files from another service which is problematic.

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Pros

Were are able to upload and share relevant documents and images as a team super efficiently

Cons

Sometimes upload times on bigger media can be a lil lengthy.

Pros

I liked that we could store information from a computer and transfer it to a mobile phone without having to send emails and have the information from any computer linked to the user.

Cons

the cost of this platform per user was very expensive and if the user really used it for storage it could be profitable but if not it was too expensive to be an information channel.

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Pros

Able to sync via LAN environment thus saving WAN bandwidth.

Cons

Sometime takes a long time to startup with not indication or error message. Startup loops.

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Pros

Dropbox Business has provided our organization robust tools for file sharing and collaboration.

Cons

Limited offline access compared to other storage systems we’ve used.

Pros

ease of deployment and the fact you can lock individuals out of sections/ files with access rights

Cons

cost per user is quite high, would like to see other package options for users and or storage cases - the tear storage is ok but does jump - a middle ground in both cost and storage would be good

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Pros

Dropbox Business has an ease of use for those who are low tech savvy. I find it to be an intuitive interface for navigating, uploading, and organizing files quite similar to the File Explorer within Windows computers. Thus, it was simple to figure out how to use Dropbox Business. Better than File Explorer is Dropbox Business's version history log and ability to restore deleted files - this has saved me more times than I can count. Of course, the selling point is large file storage and ability to send large files which is extremely helpful with media like videos in particular.

Cons

These days, the cloud is a very expensive place to own property. There is no beating around the bush that Dropbox Business is more costly than competitors. The price for this product is hardly comparable to a product like Google Workspace which hosts a variety of tools. Dropbox Business has some catching up to do there. The only advantage Dropbox Business has is storage size. There have also been times where the Dropbox system slows or freezes. I'd like to think that in 2024 we are past having files freeze up so this is a bit annoying.

Pros

Dropbox, as a cloud-based file storage and collaboration platform, offers several advantages that make it a popular choice for individuals and businesses:

One of the primary benefits of Dropbox is its user-friendly interface and ease of use. The platform allows users to seamlessly upload, organize, and share files, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity. Its intuitive design makes it accessible to individuals with varying levels of technical expertise.

Cons

The free version of Dropbox comes with limited storage space. For users with extensive storage requirements, the free plan may not be sufficient, and upgrading to a paid plan can become necessary, leading to increased expenses.

Pros

Free Cloud usage, user-friendly, sync features, and can work offline. Able to work remotely.

Cons

The file-sharing takes up more space even when files are deleted. Dropbox personnel can see my documents. And can become expensive.

Pros

Dropbox Business streamlines the entire process of file sharing and storage.
It offers a central repository where we (teams) coordinate on the same file across any device.

Cons

Dropbox Business is one of the tools which I have never noticed a glitch while using it on my end.

Pros

Use Dropbox everyday to share large files to customers, edit documents on the go and have access to all files when needed.

Cons

Had faced some issues while logging through certain devices and syncing documents.

Pros

It is an easy-to-use and convenient way to organize, save and share files with a professional team

Cons

You have to pay extra when you run out of storage

Pros

I like Dropbox Business for its easy file sharing and collaboration features, as well as its robust security options.

Cons

I have some common complaints about Dropbox Business include pricing, limited storage for the cost, and occasional syncing issues.

Pros

Dropbox is the fastest and simplist way to back up and share media

Cons

not much to dislike as it has improved any issues over the last 2 years with great customer service

Pros

It is an easy way to share photos & files with others.

Cons

There’s nothing about Dropbox Business that I didn’t like.

Pros

Dropbox has made my life and my team's life a lot easier when it comes to managing and sharing files within the team. Having a central repository where we can share and interact with the different files we use as a team has been really smooth for our business processes. As a Sales team that is working remotely, Dropbox solved a problem that we never thought we would have, until we all started working remotely because of covid and the lockdowns. The cloud storage offering from Dropbox has been critical in ensuring our efficiency as a team, and having the ability to operate on different operating systems was a plus to the team. It has definitely made collaboration smoother, you have multiple ways of sharing files and documents, and the fact that it integrates with other major platforms that you might already be using as an organization is a relief. One feature we love as a team as well is the seamless sync option from different devices, which makes collaboration a lot easier as everything we do is updated in real-time and syncs across all devices.

Cons

The major issue for us was that sometimes it takes longer to load large files and if you are on a deadline, it can mess with you. In most cases, it takes way longer to load larger files than it should normally do. That is my main challenge with Dropbox at the moment

Pros

I have been using Dropbox from its inception. Being able to access all of my data from anywhere, any time save me a lot of time

Cons

Initially it wasnt available for mobile devices, but now practically every device is available to use with Dropbox

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Pros

Huge space available, with a nice UI to manage your files in an intuitive way, and a desktop and mobile app to access, sync and backup you stuff.

Cons

It is quite pricey for personal use, although it gets a bit better with annual contracts and business tier (but you have to have at least three users and pay for each one).

Pros

Dropbox business enables easy sharing and synchronization of files across many devices which is great; it also integrates with popular tools like Microsoft Office 365 and Zoom amongst others.

I'm not a techy person but the security measures are supposedly top notch.
They use advanced encryption which is essential these days.

In case of device loss or theft, you can remotely delete Dropbox data from anywhere.

They offer flexible storage plans based on your specific ussage.

You can access all files without taking up local storage space, as files are stored in the cloud until needed

24/7 Support!

Cons

Some of their competitors may offer a cheaper product but in my humble opinion, you get what you pay for!

Pros

The best for bandwidth management. A robust cloud mirror management.
An effective filetransfer solution.

Cons

Sometimes not the best integration with MacOs finder (icons and mouse menu disappearing). Still the cache management could improve (especially when you're freeing up space). Not the all the add-one were really needed or are well working. For a cloud service that aims to become a digital workplace, I miss an integrated mail service (like gmail or zoom mail)

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Pros

I like its efficiency in storage management. Its go to approach. It’s fast tracking system. The retrieval is also faster and the storage. The file sync is in realtime which makes a highlight. Recommend highly

Cons

Pricing is high slightly, the initial investment in terms of teaching users is bit more. The maintenance required professional training. So overall I can say it is slightly costly

Pros

In addition to facilitating simple access, Dropbox Business offers ample cloud storage to manage all of the project's research data and documents. To promote teamwork, the tool enables real-time file editing and collaboration with shared folders. Via file encryption and two-factor authentication, the platform offers the highest level of security for confidential research data. To further improve productivity, Dropbox Business integrates with various platforms and tools.

Cons

Limited functionality when offline, which may present a challenge in places with spotty internet service.
Even with lots of storage, there might be restrictions depending on the subscription plan, which could mean making extra purchases.

Pros

Dropbox business was sleek and streamlined. It was extremely easy to organize files and to share them with individuals.

Cons

Since this was early to the market and set the standard, I feel as though innovation and new features just didn't happen enough.

Pros

Storage options are generous, folder and subfolder creation is good and user friendly.

Cons

Having to pay for more than one user login and not being able to easily sync to other cloud-based providers (which makes sense b/c then we might stop paying, but we wouldn't b/c we only need some of the files moved elsewhere).

Pros

With 3TB of storage, Dropbox Business offered me a TON of space to store family photos, documents, and other products. I also loved the search function so I could easily find things. It was also incredibly easy to invite collaborators and I utilized the signature feature more than once to sign documents.

Cons

While it offered a lot of space, I think the pricing was a bit much. I ended up switching to Google Drive for storage and DocHub for signature purposes instead to save on costs.

Pros

This made it very easy to collaborate between home, office, and a variety of different colleagues. We used Dropbox to house all of our working files for creative work. It doubled as a server to store and archive all of our social media marketing, creative files, and marketing needs. It made team cross collaboration very smooth and easy when people were working in different areas of the city.

Cons

There were a few times, when the files that were syncing with my computer where the folder sync wasn't working properly. There were also a few instances where, if I had too many sub folders, it wasn't syncing with the server.

Pros

I liked the sync-ability of Dropbox business and the ability to see a documents history and revert to an old version if needed.

Cons

I disliked the cost of having this service.

Pros

The most appealing aspects of Dropbox Business for me were its dependable file synchronization across devices and its smooth collaboration tools. Even with huge teams, managing and sharing files is made simple by the user-friendly interface. The admin controls and granular permissions are great for protecting data security without sacrificing flexibility. By storing rarely used files in the cloud and making them still available from the desktop, the Smart Sync feature helps optimize storage usage.

Cons

When working with very large files, Dropbox Business occasionally experiences synchronization delays, which is what I liked least about it. Furthermore, the cost may be a little higher than with other cloud storage options, particularly for smaller teams or companies.

Pros

Overall, Dropbox Business is a popular choice for teams and businesses looking for a reliable and user-friendly cloud storage solution.

Cons

There have also been issues with syncing and data loss, which can be frustrating for some users. Additionally, there have been reports of slow performance and limited scalability.

Pros

It is so easy to share links to files instead of emailing attachments and versions back and forth constantly.

Cons

I think it's challenging for more senior staff to understand the sync functionality, leading to conflicting copies of documents en masse.

Pros

Dropbox for business is one of the most essential business services we use. To be honest we used the free version for many years, then upgraded several times until we got to where we are now. We are willing to pay for the cloud storage because it secures our data off site and allows us to access it out of the office. That doesn't seem like a big deal today but it wasn't always as easy as it is now.
We basically use it as a file cabinet and keep about half our active files in it and use it as an archive for all our old files. It's accessed every single day and at this point we couldn't live without it.
I highly recommend Dropbox for Businesses.

Cons

One of the main cons is that we are not able to have multiple people working on the same document at the same time like Google Drive. So we have pivoted and keep more of our PDF's and non living files in Dropbox.

Pros

You can easily access all of your work files from your phone. Everything is nicely organized and easy to find. The amount of storage allowed.

Cons

I don't have any cons that come to mind.

Pros

It's very easy to use, with clear instructions and commands

Cons

It can glitch on occasion, making it difficult to download with a simple gesture, like it should.

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Pros

It's the industry-standard for team-accessible document sharing.

Cons

Syncing can be problematic, if I can't get reliable internet to my MacBooks.

Pros

Dropbox has been one of main digital file storing systems and how we have been able to save documents for others to have access to from other locations. You can also restore recent actions/documents.

Cons

Sometimes there can be a delay in updating, and also an accidental drag and drop or delete can be detrimental

Pros

What i like best about Dropbox Business is ease of use and how it makes it extremely easy to manage large documents. Implementing Dropbox Business is very easy and straightforward.

Cons

Dropbox Business is a bit expensive compared to other similar platforms.

Pros

Seamless storing, sharing and archiving of files and data. It integrates with my OS which makes it a LOT easier to manage.

Cons

There is nothing to hate here, been using it for 10 years with no complaints.

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Pros

We have tons of storage so the ability to find a lot of things quickly

Cons

I can't download video files to my phone most of the time even if they're smaller than 50MB. It's quite frustrating for social media marketing

Pros

My favorite thing about Dropbox business is that it stays up to date no matter what device I am using. When I travel I use my iPad and cell phone and when I'm in the office I am on my laptop and no matter how I access this, the files are always up to date.

Cons

It seems like I am upgrading my storage all the time. I wish there was a larger option for a cheaper price. The price just seems to keep going up.

Pros

With Dropbox Business, I can easily share files with others seamlessly.Again, Dropbox Business enhances real-time files syncing and back up. It is simple to store files securely when using Dropbox Business.

Cons

It is slow to upload files of large size when using Dropbox Business.