Microsoft Windows vs. SugarSync

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Microsoft Windows
Score 8.2 out of 10
N/A
Windows is an operating system with editions to support business workstations.N/A
SugarSync
Score 4.2 out of 10
N/A
SugarSync is a cloud storage and backup solution designed for small businesses.
$7.50
per month
Pricing
Microsoft WindowsSugarSync
Editions & Modules
No answers on this topic
100 GB
$7.49
per month
250 GB
$9.99
per month
500 GB
$18.95
per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Microsoft WindowsSugarSync
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Microsoft WindowsSugarSync
Features
Microsoft WindowsSugarSync
File Sharing & Management
Comparison of File Sharing & Management features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Windows
-
Ratings
SugarSync
9.4
8 Ratings
12% above category average
Versioning00 Ratings8.06 Ratings
Video files00 Ratings9.05 Ratings
Audio files00 Ratings10.05 Ratings
Document collaboration00 Ratings10.07 Ratings
Access control00 Ratings10.08 Ratings
File search00 Ratings9.08 Ratings
Device sync00 Ratings10.08 Ratings
Cloud Storage Security & Administration
Comparison of Cloud Storage Security & Administration features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Windows
-
Ratings
SugarSync
9.7
8 Ratings
12% above category average
User and role management00 Ratings10.07 Ratings
File organization00 Ratings9.08 Ratings
Device management00 Ratings10.08 Ratings
Cloud Storage Platform
Comparison of Cloud Storage Platform features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Windows
-
Ratings
SugarSync
10.0
8 Ratings
15% above category average
Performance00 Ratings10.08 Ratings
Reliability00 Ratings10.08 Ratings
Storage Reports00 Ratings10.06 Ratings
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Score 9.0 out of 10
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User Ratings
Microsoft WindowsSugarSync
Likelihood to Recommend
9.1
(10 ratings)
10.0
(10 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(1 ratings)
9.0
(3 ratings)
Usability
8.3
(7 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
8.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Implementation Rating
8.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Microsoft WindowsSugarSync
Likelihood to Recommend
Microsoft
I think for every business in the world Microsoft Windows is a good use as standard OS system. It’s easy to use and a lot of other company's use it which make it very appealing for user to learn more about Microsoft Windows. The Office 365 suite is really good as a free feature and used a lot by every user of Microsoft Windows. If you got a designer business I would recommend other brands that are specialized in that kind of work. I feel Windows will come short on that end.
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Ziff Davis Inc
When doing daily jobs, if you’re sharing large files, I think Dropbox works a lot better but if you have a system where you’re working within that system and you want to be able to work with that system and have certain folders that you have access to all the time then SugarSync might be just the ticket.
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Pros
Microsoft
  • It is very easy to use, can be picked up by a novice in minutes.
  • It is aesthetically pleasing, and appears clean and modern.
  • Most programs that people use in their day to day run on windows natively.
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Ziff Davis Inc
  • 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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Cons
Microsoft
  • Forced updates occasionally have bad timing when ignored for too long
  • Microsoft Edge Web Browser is a bit clunky
  • The 3D desktop still needs some improvement
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Ziff Davis Inc
  • Can only think of one thing. I have helped others to get going with SugarSync and they if they have problems it is understanding the cloud.... So maybe (if it dosen't exist already) I would like to have a animation of the proces with "flying" folders between desktops, clouds etc. Otherwise SugarSync is just great.
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Likelihood to Renew
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Ziff Davis Inc
1. Freemium model is the ideal marketing for an app like this. 2. Now their sync methods with Android are worse
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Usability
Microsoft
It's easy to use, very straightforward, and user-friendly. It has improved over the years, but you still need to be careful not to shut it down improperly because that may lead to corruption and Windows being unable to boot. There is plenty of software available that covers most needs.
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Ziff Davis Inc
No answers on this topic
Support Rating
Microsoft
support remains spotty, researching online articles are a pain
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Ziff Davis Inc
Customer service is amazing, they are always fast to respond and very helpful.
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Implementation Rating
Microsoft
MDT helped deploy OS to users machines via PXE boot.
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Ziff Davis Inc
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
Microsoft
Microsoft Windows and macOS are both useful operating systems. There are businesses who much prefer macOS and some that prefer Windows. Businesses that revolve around industries such as game design, art design, graphic design may opt to use macOS due to its optimization with programs that revolve around these topics. Other businesses that are more focused towards Data or text processing may opt to use Windows due to its familiarity across the world and ease of access.
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Ziff Davis Inc
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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Return on Investment
Microsoft
  • Positively effects our easy of use of other programs
  • Take it for granted because it is so transparent in use
  • Definitely worth the price.
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Ziff Davis Inc
  • There were some opensource alternatives but we wanted something with better support which SugarSync offers.
  • We achieved faster project collaboration with SugarSync.
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