Dropbox vs. Streams.AI by PanTerra

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Dropbox
Score 8.5 out of 10
N/A
Dropbox is a cloud storage solution, equipped with features that help users to save time, improve productivity, and collaborate with others. Users can edit PDFs, share videos, sign documents, and collaborate with stakeholders without leaving Dropbox.
$9.99
per month
Streams.AI by PanTerra
Score 8.3 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
PanTerra is a provider of unified cloud-based services for communications, enterprise file sharing and mobility solutions for mid-market enterprises (MME), headquartered in Santa Clara. The Company's Streams service provides - Unified Communications and SmartBox - Communications-Enabled Content Management solutions which are delivered securely from the cloud through a browser-based client as well as mobile apps for smartphones and tablets, are designed to eliminate any on-premises deployed…
$17.95
per month per seat
Pricing
DropboxStreams.AI by PanTerra
Editions & Modules
Plus
$9.99
per month
Essentials
$18
per month
Business
$20
per month per user
Business Plus
$26
per month per user
Basic
Free
Business Basic
$17.95
per month per seat
Business Plus
$24.95
per month per seat
Professional
$29.95
per month per seat
Call Center
$44.95
per month per seat
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
DropboxStreams.AI by PanTerra
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
Additional DetailsAll plans are eligible for volume and term-based discounts.
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Community Pulse
DropboxStreams.AI by PanTerra
Considered Both Products
Dropbox

No answer on this topic

Streams.AI by PanTerra
Chose Streams.AI by PanTerra
Panterra streams had the best value and offered free IP phones with a package. The 24/7 customer service support was hugely important to our team as well.
Chose Streams.AI by PanTerra
I was not part of the decision making process to select PanTerra Streams, but since I have been brought on board we have found others that are easier to use and more cost effective than Panterra, so we are making a change.
Features
DropboxStreams.AI by PanTerra
File Sharing & Management
Comparison of File Sharing & Management features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
8.4
1350 Ratings
1% above category average
Streams.AI by PanTerra
-
Ratings
Versioning8.51123 Ratings00 Ratings
Video files8.11102 Ratings00 Ratings
Audio files8.6998 Ratings00 Ratings
Document collaboration8.41171 Ratings00 Ratings
Access control8.91248 Ratings00 Ratings
File search7.91293 Ratings00 Ratings
Device sync8.11242 Ratings00 Ratings
Cloud Storage Security & Administration
Comparison of Cloud Storage Security & Administration features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
8.8
1279 Ratings
2% above category average
Streams.AI by PanTerra
-
Ratings
User and role management8.81140 Ratings00 Ratings
File organization8.81260 Ratings00 Ratings
Device management8.91121 Ratings00 Ratings
Cloud Storage Platform
Comparison of Cloud Storage Platform features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
8.8
1269 Ratings
2% above category average
Streams.AI by PanTerra
-
Ratings
Performance8.51258 Ratings00 Ratings
Reliability9.11265 Ratings00 Ratings
Storage Reports8.7965 Ratings00 Ratings
Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
9.1
1 Ratings
10% above category average
High quality audio00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
High quality video00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
Screen Sharing
Comparison of Screen Sharing features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
7.7
2 Ratings
9% below category average
Desktop sharing00 Ratings7.72 Ratings
Online Meetings / Events
Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
8.2
1 Ratings
2% below category average
Calendar integration00 Ratings8.21 Ratings
Meeting initiation00 Ratings8.21 Ratings
Record meetings / events00 Ratings8.21 Ratings
Online Events Security
Comparison of Online Events Security features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
9.1
1 Ratings
16% above category average
User authentication00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
Participant roles & permissions00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
Cloud PBX
Comparison of Cloud PBX features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
9.5
4 Ratings
12% above category average
Hosted PBX00 Ratings10.04 Ratings
Multi-level Interactive Voice Response (IVR)00 Ratings8.53 Ratings
Directory of employee names00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Call Management
Comparison of Call Management features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
8.6
4 Ratings
2% above category average
Answering rules00 Ratings10.04 Ratings
Call recording00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Call park00 Ratings10.04 Ratings
Call screening00 Ratings7.83 Ratings
Message alerts00 Ratings8.62 Ratings
Business SMS/External Messaging00 Ratings3.92 Ratings
Online Fax00 Ratings9.13 Ratings
Voicemail Transcription00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
Mobile apps
Comparison of Mobile apps features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
8.6
3 Ratings
0% above category average
Mobile app for iOS00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Mobile app for Android00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
Unified Communications Platform and Collaboration
Comparison of Unified Communications Platform and Collaboration features of Product A and Product B
Dropbox
-
Ratings
Streams.AI by PanTerra
8.5
4 Ratings
3% above category average
Centralized communications management00 Ratings8.62 Ratings
Team messaging00 Ratings7.43 Ratings
Team document sharing00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
Call and meeting analytics00 Ratings9.11 Ratings
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User Ratings
DropboxStreams.AI by PanTerra
Likelihood to Recommend
8.6
(1348 ratings)
8.4
(90 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.2
(41 ratings)
9.5
(6 ratings)
Usability
8.1
(496 ratings)
7.6
(8 ratings)
Availability
6.8
(3 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Performance
6.0
(8 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
6.6
(38 ratings)
9.1
(85 ratings)
Online Training
8.2
(2 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Implementation Rating
7.5
(4 ratings)
9.0
(78 ratings)
Configurability
6.4
(1 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Contract Terms and Pricing Model
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Product Scalability
6.6
(4 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
DropboxStreams.AI by PanTerra
Likelihood to Recommend
Dropbox
Dropbox is well suited for sending File Requests to clients to upload documents, and for me to send File Transfers to clients with documents for them to download. I can create separate files for each client, and also create files within files, which is very convenient and useful for my business purposes. In Dropbox I can also see all of the File Requests that I have sent and it shows me how many times they've accessed it and how many files they uploaded. I can also see all of the File Transfers that I have made and whether how many times the client has accessed it and how many documents were downloaded. It also sends me notifications if the clients haven't downloaded their files yet so I can remind them. Dropbox Sign has been very easy to use, and I have already stated what could be changed with it
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PanTerra
One of the main draws of PanTerra Networks Streams is the unlimited calling, which was very enticing. We chose the platform over other models (per-call for example) because they simplified billing. While the video conferencing and messaging feel bare-bones or underdeveloped in comparison to other players in the market, the fact that the messaging is seamlessly integrated into the PBX makes it easy to use. The call routing systems are especially robust, which in the collections world is very important to be able to segment calls to different users.
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Pros
Dropbox
  • I can share projects I need feedback on.
  • I can make projects available to editors so that they can do their work.
  • Dropbox is a place where I can store files that I can access from anywhere, even if I don't have my laptop with me at the time.
  • I have an old friend who is an acting professor in Tokyo. He loves the dialogue that I write in my novels. He converts chapters into scenework for his acting students. They get very excited when there's new material!
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PanTerra
  • Attended or un-attended answering of incoming calls
  • Transfer calls to appropriate person
  • Integrates with cell phones for always available
  • Keeps a log of phone calls
  • Allows me to use messaging on my phone system and desktop
  • Allows me to manage user accounts
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Cons
Dropbox
  • Admid Control Can feels little basic it can be improve by easy access quick tabs for important button.
  • Smart sync behaviour can be little confusing it can be improve by displaying more futuristic way
  • Pricing and storage facility can be improve for really more demanding for a tool can be imporve.
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PanTerra
  • Integration with Gorgias software
  • Accounting had asked me to mention the way the bills are shown in the invoices can be confusing as to how it is broken out and what each charge is for. She mentioned wishing it was a little more detailed.
  • Virtual test environment would be nice. When testing if there is an outage or testing updates, it would be cool to either be able to hear what a customer would hear and make sure things are working in the system without interrupting customer service. This is small, but a feature that would be cool to utilize.
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Likelihood to Renew
Dropbox
Dropbox is a user-friendly, easy tool which requires little to no skill and they offer a free version with a good amount of storage available. There are other file sharing tools available however at a cost. Dropbox free version I have used for years and it serves every purpose I need.
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PanTerra
In all likelihood, we will remain Panterra customers for many years. VoIP phone and messaging is a rapidly expanding and evolving market, however, and its possible a better solution will come along, but for now, Panterra Streams offers a compelling solution combining leading features, great customer service, and affordable pricing.
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Usability
Dropbox
It works extremely well, and we have never had any issues with connecting or sharing files. It's very easy to use, and any team member can share, add, and delete files to a virtual drive. This is extremely helpful, and it's an amazing tool to use, ensuring everyone can connect and work together effectively.
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PanTerra
PanTerra Networks needs to make the interface more user friendly and make it easier for the users. Like saving message templates or saving phone numbers for the fax directory.
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Reliability and Availability
Dropbox
I really recommend the product for the Dropbox availability is a great having very very less downtimes, they errors are less I have been faced yet, due to connectivity sometimes we are getting errors. Only sometimes the limitations of some features show some errors.
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PanTerra
We have not experienced any outages or issues during business hours
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Performance
Dropbox
Dropbox is really useful, you can access any file from anywhere and you can upload and even edit files online, but, sometimes it can be slow. Downloading, uploading, and syncing is a bit slow, it can take several minutes. Furthermore, the search engine for large amounts of data can be slow too and it is not powerful.
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PanTerra
Fantastic. Very happy!!! We love it and haven't had any issues.
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Support Rating
Dropbox
They immediately responded like in an example that I gave where one of our staff members accidentally deleted the whole Special Hope Network Dropbox, we immediately contacted Dropbox they walked us through the steps of how to retrieve the information and luckily enough we were able to retrieve the entire Dropbox and we have had back and forth with Dropbox on what to do when an employee leaves how to remove them how to add another employee.
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PanTerra
Always available and quick to respond. The team is also very knowledgeable so no waiting for a fix or an answer. At times they just go in and fix the setting vs telling you how to do it and sending you on your way. It's also done via text so you don't need to drop your call or be on hold
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In-Person Training
Dropbox
The person for corporate product dealing and knowledge of the product explore and better and secure use are properly handover to us. Also provide full software and tool training from the basic to the pro level with each and every possible explanation. Provide many sessions regarding every doubt. Also Guide better suitable options for our business to migrate and integrate for the expansion in all places employee smoothly.
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PanTerra
No answers on this topic
Online Training
Dropbox
I did not personally take any training for Dropbox so I am self taught but I know when our Vice President selected Dropbox, he personally did do some training modules on it and I'm assuming it was very easy and simple to understand since he now acts like he is a pro at it!
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PanTerra
Everything was fantastic. Training was sufficient and everything was easy to use. It was provided on our schedule and was very clear. I did the training myself. Training person was very knowledgeable. We are very happy. Only two users. very happy very happy very happy very happy very happy very happy
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Implementation Rating
Dropbox
I needed to stay current in improving my daily operations. Dropbox
was suggested to me by a former colleague two-years ago and I've been using it just fine ever since.
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PanTerra
The implementation was very smooth. They assisted in getting phones tied to the various lines and getting everything set up in the admin portal. It's been a few years since our implementation, but there were no issues at the time.
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Alternatives Considered
Dropbox
I prefer the layout and visual aspect of Dropbox as it mirrors my files on my computer. I feel that I am more organized, and it's easier to find my files in Dropbox than it was with Google Drive.
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PanTerra
PanTerra Networks is viewed as more competitive, and close enough to win. Those other companies do offer more integrations off the shelve, and do have a more user friendly portal. Panterra does give the client a more personalized experience when it comes to the presentation, so the customer feels like they're getting a more personalized experience.
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Contract Terms and Pricing Model
Dropbox
I would recommend to this product directly to the sales team of Dropbox for the best deal provide to my referred person and provide the best service to them.
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PanTerra
Best pricing available. VERY HAPPY. Has not increased much at all.
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Scalability
Dropbox
It's easy to integrate with the systems of Windows and Linux, easy to have web versions accessible, which provide the web login credentials. Also, it can be installed for individuals for the best autosync features.
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PanTerra
We only have three phones and two users
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Professional Services
Dropbox
Their services are highly rated for moving massive, complex data sets from legacy on-premise servers to the cloud with minimal downtime.
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PanTerra
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
Dropbox
  • When it works (usually if a client already has Dropbox, so they don't get the solicitation to sign up), it works flawlessly.
  • I've had multiple clients not see the "continue with download only" at the bottom and email me to resend the media another way because they don't have a Dropbox account.
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PanTerra
  • Very reliable. We make hundreds of calls outbound and there has never been a connectivity issue or otherwise
  • We decreased our monthly expense for reliable service by several hundred dollars
  • The onboarding support was the best we've ever experienced. They were on the phone while we hooked up every phone, tested, and got it all set up with ease.
  • Any changes needed after onboarding were difficult to accomplish without a call to customer service. Some of those calls to customer service made things more confusing
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ScreenShots

Dropbox Screenshots

Screenshot of the action bar, that sits across the browser page can be used to record the screen, edit PDFs, upload files, create folders, get signatures, or send and track documents.Screenshot of Dropbox Replay, that lets collaborators leave frame-accurate feedback and markups directly on project files.Screenshot of Dropbox Capture, which can be used to take screen recordings, screenshots, and GIFs with one click and share them with a link.Screenshot of the interface where Dropbox lets users upload, edit, send, and sign PDFs in one place.

Streams.AI by PanTerra Screenshots

Screenshot of some of the advanced collaboration features. Streams is an end-to-end cloud communications, collaboration, and file-sharing suite.Screenshot of the AppDesigner. PanTerra can set up the platform before deployment, but turnkey tools are also available to do more with its open API.Screenshot of the analytics and reporting dashboards. These offer access to customizable analytic performance data available for the life of an open account.Screenshot of PanTerra IP Phones, which feature safeguards like TLS, HTTPS certificates, call server redundancy, and SRTP for voice security. They also include mobile security options such as device lockout and admin tools for quick reassignment.