Apple iCloud vs SugarSync

Apple iCloud

It seems to work very well for small group collaboration much better than it does for larger groups or more complex projects. The other (minor) thing, is that while working across locations, there isn't a chat function, which would be huge when working on documents that work off info that others have. While at the same location, working on a small project iCloud works great for us. The other issue is that some of our Android users can't do some of the same things their colleagues using iOS can while on the go.

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Verified User

Project Manager in Other

Education Management Company, 201-500 employees

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SugarSync

As with all file sharing, remote teams - the combination of being able to work alongside colleagues - or remotely (including "on a plane" / without Internet) - but always have your files saved locally makes it very easy to adopt.

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Tom Ball

Founder

DeskLodgeFacilities Services, 1-10 employees

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Feature Rating Comparison

Apple iCloud

8.0

SugarSync

7.1

Versioning

7.8

5.5

Video files

8.4

8.2

Audio files

8.6

8.3

Document collaboration

6.8

5.1

Access control

7.2

8.2

File search

8.4

7.4

Device sync

9.0

7.3

Apple iCloud

7.9

SugarSync

8.1

User and role management

7.7

7.4

File organization

7.7

8.8

Device management

8.4

8.2

Apple iCloud

8.3

SugarSync

8.0

Performance

8.3

8.0

Reliability

8.8

7.1

Storage Reports

7.7

9.0

Pros

Store documents and photos- I think this is pretty self-explanatory.
Allow for simpler collaboration- a few of us have started using Pages and Notes on iCloud.com to work on a few projects together. This isn't always as simple in Microsoft Office, I've found.
Set reminders- iCloud.com has the Reminders app that we've used as a quick, dirty system to remember to make calls or follow up with one another. It's cut down on the number of sticky notes on my desk and in my notebook.

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Verified User

Project Manager in Other

Education Management Company, 201-500 employees

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Sync files in any folder - rather than forcing you to store them in a certain place (Although this can be confusing too)
Works in the background - although this is true for all
You can share with others - including those who do not use SugarSync

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Tom Ball

Founder

DeskLodgeFacilities Services, 1-10 employees

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Cons

The Notes app in iCloud.com lacks the same functionality as iOS/Mac, in that it doesn't recognize when you've inserted a table into a note.
Pages, Numbers, and Keynote aren't as up-to-date as their iOS and Mac counterparts.
The level of editability (adding colors, etc.) isn't there in iCloud Drive like it is with Google Drive.

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Verified User

Project Manager in Other

Education Management Company, 201-500 employees

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A free version, 30 days is sometimes not long enough to see if it is suited for a project or business.

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Alan Matson, CCNA:S, MCP

Senior Security Engineer

InsightInformation Technology and Services, 5001-10,000 employees

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Likelihood to Renew

Apple iCloud9.4

Based on 3 answers

It is a very necessary product if you are using Apple devices. If you are then you should utilize it.

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Verified User

Project Manager in Information Technology

Higher Education Company, 201-500 employees

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SugarSync9.0

Based on 3 answers

Very intuitive to use and solves our problems with collaboration.

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Alan Matson, CCNA:S, MCP

Senior Security Engineer

InsightInformation Technology and Services, 5001-10,000 employees

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Usability

Apple iCloud6.9

Based on 6 answers

These are the reasons why I really enjoy Apple iCloud:

Cross device ease of use
The ability to easily monitor the amount of space used
Extremely easy to upload documents and pictures
It is able to be accessed from a browser, which means that it can be accessed from any device with an internet connection

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Nick Thomson

Business Development Manager

R.O.I. DigitalMarketing and Advertising, 11-50 employees

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Alternatives Considered

Apple iCloud is great for keeping me on the same page with all of my devices as far as photos, contacts, calendars, etc., are concerned. However, Box or Dropbox are easier to use for collaboration. I like the ability in Dropbox or Box to have a folder on my desktop that auto-shares files with my colleagues and clients. I use both services.

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Verified User

Director in Information Technology

Computer Software Company, 11-50 employees

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SugarSync, like all solutions, has its place in the data storage stack within a company. The main reason SugarSync is better than the other solutions is that it enables me to leave my hard drive organized and keep my existing file trees. I don't have to constantly move or copy files to a specific folder if I want them backed up.

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Richard Foster

President

Foster Management & Holdings, LLCVenture Capital & Private Equity, 1-10 employees

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Return on Investment

Acting as a data synching device for all of our Mac users. It has saved us from having to buy large amounts of storage disks and space.
It's wireless capabilities allow us to easily share business documents "on the go".
Automatic daily backups of our machines have saved us many times when something unexpected happened (like a power outage).

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Marcos Sola

Multimedia Design Specialist

SonocoPackaging and Containers, 10,001+ employees

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