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# Compare M-Files vs Google Drive

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> Detailed comparison between M-Files and Google Drive. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | M-Files | Google Drive |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 274 | 28427 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$7.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep) |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### M-Files

M-Files serves a variety of industries and business document management needs for mid-market to Enterprise global B2B companies.

### Google Drive

Teams in various business settings.

## Key features

### M-Files

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Management
- Content Publishing Options
- Data Security
- Document Automation
- Document Capture
- Document Storage
- Encryption
- File Sharing
- File Transfer
- Full Text Search
- Mobile Access
- Optical Character Recognition
- Search/Filter
- Task Management
- Version Control
- Workflow Management

### Google Drive

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Management
- Content Publishing Options
- Data Security
- Document Automation
- Document Capture
- Document Storage
- Encryption
- File Sharing
- File Transfer
- Full Text Search
- Mobile Access
- Optical Character Recognition
- Search/Filter
- Task Management
- Version Control
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View M-Files Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/122215/m-files)
- [View Google Drive Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/161425/drive)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/122215/161425/m-files/vs/drive)

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