Box vs Google Workspace2026
Box
Cloud Storage
Enterprise cloud content management platform for secure file storage, sharing, and collaboration.
Google Workspace
Project Management
Google's suite of cloud productivity tools — Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Meet, and more — for businesses.
Our Verdict
Box has the pricing advantage with a free tier.
Choose Box if…
teams at the mid-market companies stage and budget-conscious buyers who want to start for free or at lower cost
Choose Google Workspace if…
teams that need more power and don't mind paying for it
Side-by-Side Comparison
Green highlight = advantage on that metric.
| Feature | Box | Google Workspace |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Pricing model | Freemium | Subscription |
| Starting price | $15/mo | $6/mo |
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | 14 days | 14 days |
| Ratings & Reviews | ||
| User rating | No reviews yet | No reviews yet |
| Features & Capabilities | ||
| Best for | mid-market companies | teams of all sizes |
| Tracked features | 9 | 11 |
| Company | ||
| Founded | 2005 | 2006 |
| Verified listing | ||
Pricing
Box
FreemiumGoogle Workspace
SubscriptionBox
$15/moGoogle Workspace
$6/moBox
Google Workspace
Box
14 daysGoogle Workspace
14 daysRatings & Reviews
Box
No reviews yetGoogle Workspace
No reviews yetFeatures & Capabilities
Box
mid-market companiesGoogle Workspace
teams of all sizesBox
9Google Workspace
11Company
Box
2005Google Workspace
2006Box
Google Workspace
Key Differences
Box
Freemium✓
Google Workspace
Subscription
Box
$15/mo
Google Workspace
✓$6/mo
Box
9 tracked features
Google Workspace
✓11 tracked features
Box is best for…
Strengths
- Enterprise-grade security and compliance
- HIPAA FedRAMP and FINRA certifications
- Strong Microsoft 365 and Google integrations
- Box AI for document intelligence
Google Workspace is best for…
Strengths
- Industry-standard collaboration tools
- Real-time co-editing on all documents
- Professional Gmail for Business
- Generous storage
Pricing Comparison
Box
From $15/mo
Free for 1 user up to 10GB. Business from $15/user/month.
Google Workspace
From $6/mo
Business Starter from $6/user/month billed annually.
Pricing information is verified periodically. Visit each vendor's pricing page for current rates and plan details.
Feature Comparison
Only in Box
- E-Signature
- Workflow Automation
- Approval Workflows
Both tools
- File Storage
- File Sharing
- Real-Time Collaboration
- SSO / SAML
- API Access
- Version History
Only in Google Workspace
- Email Marketing
- Video Conferencing
- Team Messaging
- Document Management
- Custom Domain
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main difference between Box and Google Workspace?
- Box has the pricing advantage with a free tier. Choose Box if you need it for teams at the mid-market companies stage and budget-conscious buyers who want to start for free or at lower cost. Choose Google Workspace if you need it for teams that need more power and don't mind paying for it.
- Is Box cheaper than Google Workspace?
- Google Workspace is cheaper at From $6/mo vs From $15/mo. Note that pricing tiers vary — check each vendor's current pricing page for up-to-date details.
- Can I switch from Box to Google Workspace?
- Yes — most teams can migrate from Box to Google Workspace with a data export/import process. Check whether both tools support CSV or API data export before starting. Google Workspace offers a free trial, so you can test it before cancelling Box.
- Does Box or Google Workspace offer a free trial?
- Both Box (14 days) and Google Workspace (14 days) offer free trials. Try both before committing.