Box

Pros

I love the ease of uploading, downloading, transferring, and sharing documents via Box. It's great that it works via the desktop, or online, or on my phone.

Cons

I wish that there was more storage space included.

Pros

The product has become more robust through the years of using it at 2 different companies.

Cons

Sometimes an account needs to be created before someone can view items that are shared.

Pros

Box helps my larger scale university job easily collaborate and keep things in one space. I am able to access old documents, and easily reformat to update to my current needs.

Cons

For whatever reason, I have difficulty being able to easily find documents with the way that my specific organization has folders set up. I have not used it in other jobs, so I am not sure if this is a universal issue.

Pros

I liked the ease of being able to transfer files between office computers at a very competitive price.

Cons

The sychronisation was sometimes slow and the software was very limited with compatibility of operating systems.

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Pros

I like how easy it is to customize and share files with specific parties. I like how customizable the layouts and folders are.

Cons

I wish there was real time editing inside the tab you are viewing, same as Teams, Dropbox or Google Drive. I have oft had to teach people that they need to open the view only file in the "online" version and edit there.

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Pros

The simplicity of use and high availability on any device. Storage space was generous for the price.

Cons

Box does not have zero knowledge encryption, which is quickly becoming the standard for privacy-minded users.

Pros

The security of the tool has to be the best feature about Box. Having the safety of knowing only people allowed to view documents was vital.

Cons

It can be difficult to learn how to use; well, not the day to day functionality but the different security levels. Plus we were using it with other companies during implementation and it made collaboration difficult.

Pros

I love how we can share data across platforms and not worry about a security breach or a malfunction of exposures. This software is a secure sharing platform that handles all the tough stuff while you sign and submit.

Cons

I love this software it is easy to use and everyday essential in business.

Pros

I love how securely I can access and send files from my clients.

Cons

I'm relatively new at using Box and don't have anything immediate in mind.

Pros

The Box interface is awesome, and i like the simplicity and good speed the software has in order to send files from any device to the box.

Cons

I have a problem that when i upload sometimes it stops and doesn’t go on, so i have to cancel and upload again.

Pros

No limit to file size or number of files and folders for the business (PRO) account.

Cons

If you want truly unlimited file size and number of files you have to make quite a big leap in price from the standard account.

Pros

Box provides me easy access to all of my documents, files, and data, at an affordable price with a no nonsense software and universal support structure.

Cons

I wish apple had an integration with Box and iCloud natively. It is its own separate app.

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Pros

The ability to share and store files securely, while also enabling real-time collaboration and integration with various third-party applications, makes it an incredibly powerful tool for businesses.

Cons

While the platform offers a wealth of features, navigating through them can be overwhelming, and finding specific settings or options isn't always intuitive.

Pros

Keeping all project-related files and documents in a single location accessible to all team members of my research project facilitates collaboration and information sharing.
Businesses needing strong collaboration, integration, and compliance features will find Box to be an excellent and secure cloud content management solution.
Certain offline access functionalities guarantee uninterrupted work in the event of an internet outage, with modifications synchronized upon reestablishing connectivity.

Cons

Higher pricing tiers come with more advanced features and larger storage limits.
Complex setup and management may be required for certain advanced features and integrations.
Customization and initial setup can take a lot of time.

Pros

Box excels is great for file sharing and storage, offering solid encryption and access controls that help protect sensitive information by the users you select. The platform is extremely user-friendly and easy to navigate. you can have real-time editing and commenting, which enhance teamwork and streamline workflows, and you can do all that from your mobile phone through their dedicated app, allowing users to manage files and collaborate from anywhere.

Cons

Overall I don't have many cons to point out for Box. Maybe an chat box or messaging options could prove helpful during overall communication.

Pros

It allows me to have better prepared work with my team to prepare projects, having all the information protected and everyone working together for better speed and collaboration among all. It is easy to access from any device and this allows me to always be in contact and work from wherever I am without having to be in person at the office.

Cons

I would only like the response times from the customer service team to be faster and not have to wait for long responses.

Pros

It is simple to organize and manage files with Box. Again, Box enables simple, fast and secure files storage and sharing.Ease of integration with other third-party tools.Ability to search and find files quickly.

Cons

I haven't experienced any problem with Box as it's does as it's expected to do.

Pros

I like the ease of use. The navigation is prety neat and the data is well secured.

Cons

Sometimes the navigation is not precise but when similar tags are used it works fine. The organization of files could be little more better.

Pros

Ease of use and the tools/features included. the notifications for downloads and uplaods to collaboration folders is helpful. ability to creat our own workflows and send messages within Box.

Cons

the workflow creation doesn't work for multiple users utilizing the same workflow. If I create a workflow and another user utilizes it, all communications have my name on them. it sometimes takes a few minutes for the desktop (both Mac and PC) and web versions to sync correctly.

Pros

Box is easy to use and navigate plus very easy to keep my files organized where they aren't taking up space on my drive.The fact that I can set permission limitations and lock my sheets is amazing.I use it daily and its security is top not not forgetting that Box has very powerful E-signatures.

Cons

There is nothing I deslike about Box, however the ability to list views within folders would be great a feature if it gets added.

Pros

I liked Box's ease of use and security features. It was easy to upload and share files, and I felt confident that my data was safe.

Cons

I didn't like that Box didn't have built-in editing tools. I had to use other apps to edit my documents.

Pros

Box is great for ensuring that everyone in our organization has access to files we need in a relatively timely manner.It makes sharing large files extremely easy to accomplish.The link provided to view files allows for easy navigation and files load open very easily.

Cons

So far I have been pleasantly pleased with the efficiency of the operating system on the whole.

Pros

I can store any type of file,folder and emails in Box.Additionally,the idea that we can collaborate and organize files across our team members is very useful.Finally I like the ecosystem that Box has(mobile app,web interface etc)which is amazing and at par.

Cons

When there is an autage of Box,it is hard to get any work done becouse all my files are within Box but this happens rarely.

Pros

Great format and usage features and simple to download and save documents.
Document sharing is really good.

Cons

Expiry time of links should be extended longer

Pros

Box is a fantastic cloud storage app. It’s simple enough for even the least tech savvy person to use. I also like how you can customize the permissions of the links that you create.

Cons

I do feel like it’s a little more expensive than it should be.

Pros

Box excels in providing robust cloud storage and file-sharing to enable collaboration among teams with much ease. Its ease of use, combined with good integration into popular productivity tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, and Slack, makes it highly effective for business. Advanced security features of Box include encryption and granular access control, particularly helpful when it comes to dealing with sensitive documents.

Cons

While Box has great functionality, the pricing for Box can be quite steep with its structure for small businesses, particularly if you have to scale up or require additional storage. There are also slight complaints from users that the mobile application needs to be a little more intuitive and responsive.

Pros

I really like how easy it is to share and organize files. The collaboration features are great, and I feel confident using it because of the strong security.

Cons

It can be a bit slow when working with big files, and some of the integrations can be tricky to set up at first.

Pros

Uploads and downloads are fast, sharing files or folders is easy, as an editor or viewer, and it is easy to use.

Cons

The Business options are expensive for small businesses since they require you to purchase multiple licenses, not only one. If you get the Individual license you are not GDPR compliant, thus it turns out to be expensive for SMEs.

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Pros

Box is a secure software for storing data on and accessing data too. With Box am to access data easily because it is stored in cloud.

Cons

Box has no dislikes at all it's just fine to use.

Pros

Besides being a file sharing and storage software, it excels where other software does not even come close. I like the features to edit docs and files. The integration with google workspace, adobe, and microsoft office make this so essential. The security features are also not something I realized I valued until I started using box. I just feel like my files and my data are taken care of when I use this service.

Cons

There is no beating around the bush here: box is expensive. But also... lots of storage services are these days. The free version does not get you very far. I think it's the same space Google Drive gives you, but again, the features within box cannot be found elsewhere.

Pros

Their Cloud infrastructure is one of the original online storage spaces, which i have used since 2001 to keep my songwriting files secure. My favorite unique advantage that box has is its file versioning. As a songwriter it can be challenging saving updated lyrics though still utilizing autosave to avoid unintended deletion. File versioning combines the two and organizes all versions, with an easy selectbox convenient for final drafting.

Cons

Their workspace is pretty generic, which can be more seamless as a one-stop project management superapp, which is made possible by zapier

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Pros

I like its embedded widget feature, helpful in getting content embedded in some other external applications like web pages, blogs etc

Cons

The costing is more compared to other products in markets, also not many people are familiar enough with this product, so takes some time to learn.

Pros

Before trying Box.com I tried both market leaders...

Google Drive was cheap but horrendously buggy, when you’re logged into multiple gmail accounts it gets horribly confused and won’t let you access/edit/download your own files. I found workarounds for this like using an Incognito window or Firefox to access my files but it felt clunky and buggy.

Dropbox didn’t have any of those issues, it was perfect but for a business plan for multiple staff members they charge crazy prices. Way too expensive.

Box.com had none of the issues of Google drive, all of the functionality of Dropbox and charged a very reasonable price for it. Best of both worlds and in my opinion they should be the market leader.

Cons

Nothing. Literally have zero issues with it. After using their competitors box.com is a breath of fresh air in every sense.

Pros

My university decided to replace its archaic system of various collective departmental, college, and institution drives and servers with Box. It is a thousand times easier to access from a variety of locations, at almost any time, using almost any communicative medium you wish to employ. In the 21st century the modern mobile educational facility and educator lives and dies on the capacity to not just amass data and research and information but also to retrieve and manipulate it at remote locales in a secure, rapid way.

Cons

The biggest challenge is that Box has, like many modern softwares, engineered a number of plug ins. I have found that the reliability and functionality of these varies. for example, the general BoxSync application works perfectly but then there is a Box application for Windows 8 and another for Windows 10 which are "store apps" which are not as good at syncing and it is possible you might have both kinds of applications on your machine and that is rather confusing for the user since they have different interfaces and the syncing between them is not as transparent as one might expect. There is a page of these plugins and their descriptions overlap substantially and so it's not always clear which application you should employ in conjunction with your general Box.

Pros

Of all the amazing features Box offers, real time synchronization has been one of the most critical ones that have allowed me and my team to maintain optimal productivity during this forced period of remote work. Ease of file sharing, and access control management come in as close second favorite benefits of Box.

Cons

We usually have to open files of interest to confirm they are the right ones. And with images or other forms of visual files, where proper file naming is typically not observed, a preview panel might come in handy

Pros

Box does what it is supposed to do. It worked well as a backup solution and I always felt confident my documents and data were secure and easily accessible through desktop or mobile means.

Cons

Throughout my experience with Box, I would say that I never found a negative aspect.

Pros

I like the versatility for uploading and downloading files. Files can be uploaded by dragging them into the folder in a web browser. You can also allow them to be uploaded through email. When this is activated, a unique email address is created. Any attachments in emails sent to that address are uploaded to that folder. We use our reporting software to send reports to these folders. Within this folder, uniquely named documents can replace existing ones or be added in addition to the original.
Files can also be uploaded through synced folders. I use this to store all of my work documents. Any file in this folder is synced with the online folder.
The Box files can easily be accessed from any web browser or through the mobile app. Ours is placed behind our firewall. With the mobile app, you can also create offline versions of documents for easy access without internet access.
Downloading can be completed easily though the app or online. Individual files can be downloaded one at a time or en mass as a zip file.

Cons

I am pretty happy with this product. The only thing that I would prefer is the ability to download multiple files at once as separate files instead of being downloaded as a zip file.

Pros

Box offered the best introductory deal, so I gave it a try. I like the clean interface, ease of use, security, and intuitive functions. Box makes file sharing easy and very reliable.

Cons

I've been using Box for over 3 years and have never had a negative experience.

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Pros

Box provides many of the features our company needed and was looking for. The ability to access our files remotely was very important. File and folder read/write permissions was also important. Everything that comes with storing files on the cloud (security, backups, etc.) was also a must. The search feature works great for locating content. I'm sure the large amount of storage space available was another important factor in deciding to go with Box. With multiple offices, setting up a corporate account was very helpful along with all the benefits that comes with it. I was not involved in the implementation/integration of this product but I'm sure it was seamless.

Cons

The freedom to create folders with a name that one desires is great. However, sometimes the naming of the folders just do not make sense. I don't know if this is possible and not sure how it would be implemented, but if there was a way to display a message at the file naming window to name the folder so that it makes sense and is relevant to the project that would be great. I've seen folders named "Documents". This is not helpful if you are searching for a specific project.

Pros

Box offers a centralized hub that allows users to effectively and efficiently sort through important documents for your organization. The ability to create separate folders makes it easy to organize documents on a departmental or functional basis. Sub-folders can also be created to further sort documents into the existing folder. Downloading a stored document is simple and seamless, allowing users across the organization to have quick and easy access to important files. Uploading a new file is just as simple, and only involves browsing through your files to attach it and adding a few descriptors. The software is password locked, meaning it is a secure option for those looking to protect sensitive business information. There are also features that indicate the version history of a document, so you can make others aware of important changes if a document needs to be edited or updated. Additionally, there are permissions which will allow you to customize who can view and access certain documents.

Cons

The only complaint I have about the software would be that I wasn't able to view previous versions of updated documents. Sometimes I would need to compare previous versions of contracts and I'd find these missing when the document was updated. However, I'm unsure if this was due to the software itself or a configuration set by someone else inside my organization.

Pros

It does offer 10GB of storage for free versus Dropbox only offering 2GB for free.

Cons

The only next option is the 100GB plan and it's $10 a month whereas Google One offer the same 100GB plan for only $1.99 a month. Now, I realize the better security and privacy potentially offered with Box versus a "big brother" such as Google is what could warrant an increased price. However, I'm not sure it needs to increase that much. Plus, it's confusing how they have an indicudual pro plan for $10 a month and 100GB and then a starter business plan with the same storage for $5 a month. I don't understand that and I think things should be more clear and make more sense.

Also, I'm having issues with Box Sync not working on my laptop. It just won't sync anymore other than the initial sync. I didn't feel like messing with it or dealing with customer service so I just uninstalled it from my laptop.

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Pros

Collaboration is a vital aspect of my work, and Box simplifies the process. I can easily share files and folders with my team members or external collaborators, regardless of their location. We can work together in real-time, making edits, adding comments, and discussing our findings within the platform. This level of collaboration not only enhances productivity but also fosters a sense of teamwork and efficiency in our research projects.

Cons

One downside of using Box, or any cloud-based storage platform, is the reliance on an internet connection. As a researcher, there may be situations where I don't have immediate access to the internet, such as when conducting experiments in remote locations or during travel. In such cases, relying solely on cloud storage like Box may limit my ability to access or update my research files until I regain an internet connection.

Pros

One of the biggest challenges that I face every time a new device is released for evaluation, is to gather together all the manuals, specifications, errata, etc. And then share it with all the team.

There are many solutions on the cloud to this dilemma. Most of them involve using your computer, but when you want to use your tablet or smartphone, the best solution that I found with box.

I can have several shared folders with the different projects I am running, even personal information for fixing my bike, or ar recipe. It's effortless to navigate, read, highlight, and the app runs very smoothly.

Most of my documents are in ePub, or in pdf format.

I have a huge personal library at my fingertips that I can sort, navigate and read.

Cons

After 30 years of working in front of a monitor computer, I can't work for long periods of time in front of a screen with a white background.

I will love that they soon upgrade the app to work with a dark background. Other than that I love this app as it is.

Pros

Packs a lot of functionalities even from the basic plan.
Has many integrations.
The support it's awesome and fast.
It's very easy to use.
They're constantly making improvements and new features.
You can pay in your local currency.
The version controls really works, not like google dos where you have million versions.

Cons

You can't lower the number of seats if you need to, you have to wait for the renovation date.
When sharing outside of the organization the experiences its not grate for the client, it's confusing, many believe they have to create an account.
They remove the google docs integration, only works now if you also pay for google apps, it doesn't make sense, since you are already paying for storage.

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Pros

1. Works well with our CRM system2. Real time synchronization - no latency or delay in accessing loaded data3. Ubiquitos Data Access - with multi-location operations work teams are can collaborate very effectively between staff as well as with clients and third party sources.4. Avoids the local data backup issues

Cons

1. Customer Support is non-existent or your on your own. Always being asked to figure any issue out yourself by going to the knowledge database. No technical support phone number is available unless you pay a premium to talk to a human. Expect to spend a considerable amount of time trying to solve system problems.2. The process to remove unused box seats for people no longer with your firm is complicated and you risk losing the data those individuals loaded in your system. As a result, you pay for more seats than you actually use.3. Box and our CRM system get out of sync every 4-6 weeks. When this happens staff can no longer file documents within Box until the systems are re-synced.

Pros

Quick, simple, easy way to collaborate with others across distances.

Cons

I really can't think of anything. We mainly use the spreadsheets and it works great.

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Pros

Access, user-friendliness, and the ability to easily share documents are all pluses. I was able to upload my data to Drive and other cloud storage services immediately from WhatsApp.

Cons

My concern is that we may find ourselves in perilous circumstances if we don't know how long a shared URL will remain active. Once we transfer ownership to another party, we lose access to those ties until that party gives up control. Every user should be aware of how to generate these URL links and how long they will remain active.

Pros

What we like most about Box here is how easy it is to use and manage. Any of the relevant stakeholders from our team can quickly jump in, find what they're looking for, and then easily share out a document. They also make it incredibly easy to make quick changes to documents right inside of Box, without having to download a document, edit it, then re-upload it. The speed and ease of use keep us running smooth when it comes to storing agreements, fundraising documents, or anything else in between.

Cons

We've had a few moments where customer service could've been a bit better / faster. As it relates to our Box account, we are dealing with important documents so we want to make sure every time we need support we get quick and helpful answers.

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Pros

A very secure program that allows you to store without limits and share them in a very safe and easy way, and you can restore your old files. also. This allows the organization to be managed better and faster and is very excellent for large, medium and small companies and institutions

Cons

I do not find many negatives in this matter, and since I learned about the program and used it, I have not suffered from any problems or negatives.

Pros

I loved that Box allows frequently-emailed coworkers from your outlook to easily view your recent box files, documents, and updates and download things of interest if they have permission. It makes collaboration via e-mail, even over large files, effortless.

Cons

Some of the features like drag-and-drop are buggy or tedious when linking multiple files, and the "upload folder" option is sometimes not able to be selected.