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Box alternatives
Box compared with 7 alternatives: Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Tresorit, Sync.com and 2 more.
Box has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users). 6 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BoxThis tool | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Dropbox | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Google Drive | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft OneDrive | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Tresorit | Free plan · from $4.75/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Sync.com | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Nextcloud | Free plan · from €71.29/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft SharePoint | Free trial · from $5.40/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Box
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
Dropbox
Cloud storage and file sync with transfer and signing tools
- Dropbox starts at $9.99 per month, billed yearly. Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Only Dropbox lists a Linux app.
- Dropbox also covers documents.
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Individuals who want 2 TB synced across Windows, Mac and Linux
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Google Drive
Cloud storage tied to Google Docs, Gmail and Photos
- Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Google Drive also covers AI search.
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: People who already use Gmail, Google Docs and Google Photos
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Microsoft OneDrive
Microsoft's cloud storage, bundled with Microsoft 365 plans
- Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year. Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: People who already pay for Microsoft 365 and its Office apps
- Free plan · from $4.75/mo
Tresorit
End-to-end encrypted file storage and sharing for businesses
- Tresorit starts at $4.75 per month, billed yearly. Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Only Tresorit lists a Linux app.
- Tresorit is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Firms handling confidential client files, such as legal and finance teams
- Free plan · from $6/mo
Sync.com
End-to-end encrypted cloud storage and file sharing for teams
- Sync.com starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually (3-user minimum). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Sync.com is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Teams that need encrypted storage with HIPAA, GDPR and PIPEDA compliance
- Free plan · from €71.29/yr
Nextcloud
Open source, self-hosted file sync and collaboration platform
- Nextcloud starts at 71.29€ per user / year, excl. VAT (from 100 users). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Only Nextcloud lists a Linux app.
- Nextcloud is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Nextcloud also covers video calls.
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Organizations that must keep files on servers they control
- Free trial · from $5.40/mo
Microsoft SharePoint
Intranet, team sites and document management in Microsoft 365
- Microsoft SharePoint starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
- Box has a free plan. Microsoft SharePoint does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Box lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Microsoft SharePoint also covers AI search, templates and documents.
- Box also covers file sync.
Suits: Organizations on Microsoft 365 that need an intranet and team sites
Limits worth knowing in Box
- Business and Enterprise plans require a minimum of 3 users.
- File upload size is capped by plan: 250 MB on the free plan, 2 GB on Business Starter, 5 GB on Business and 15 GB on Business Plus.
- Enterprise Plus is sold on annual billing only, and Enterprise Advanced is priced through sales.
- The downloads page lists Box Drive for Mac and Windows only, with no Linux app.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Box?
The alternatives to Box in this directory are Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Tresorit, Sync.com, Nextcloud and Microsoft SharePoint. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Box.
Is there a free alternative to Box?
Yes. Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Tresorit, Sync.com and Nextcloud have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Box alternatives work on Linux?
The Box listing does not include a Linux app. Dropbox, Tresorit and Nextcloud list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Box?
Nextcloud is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.