Files is a file management app developed by Google for Android devices. It allows users to browse, search, and manage files on their device, as well as share files with others. The app also includes features such as file cleaning, file categorization, and offline file access.
Box is a cloud content-management platform focused on enterprise security, compliance, and workflow, rather than just consumer file sync. It emphasizes governance, permissions, and integrations for business.
Free personal tier; business plans from about $15/user/month.
- Easy to use interface
- Effective file management features
- Integration with Google Drive
- Free to download and use
- Strong enterprise security
- Good governance and compliance
- Wide integrations
- Workflow automation
- Limited customization options
- Not available on non-Android devices
- Some features require internet connection
- Overkill for individuals
- Pricier than consumer options
- Interface less consumer-polished
What reviewers say
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Box Reviews
4.0 (3)Decent with caveats
Tried Box recently. Upside: workflow automation. Downside: overkill for individuals.
Great cloud-storage
We rolled out Box last quarter. Strong enterprise security. Minor gripe: overkill for individuals. Would recommend.
Great cloud-storage
Tried Box recently. Workflow automation. No real complaints. Would recommend.
