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Box Reviews: 4.2/5 — Solid Choice

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What is Box?

Box is a file-sharing and content management platform that runs on the cloud. The platform lets users store, share, and collaborate on files, regardless of where they are, through the use of workflow automation, security controls, and various integrations with business applications. Using Box, businesses can help their teams streamline internal processes and boost team productivity.

Company Box, Inc.
Year founded 2005
Company size 1001-5000 employees
Headquarters Redwood City, California, United States
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4,905 Box Reviews
4.2 out of 5
Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Apr 04, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Cole D. avatar
Cole D.
Pharmacy Intern
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"Awesome Sauce"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is SO easy to use. Collaborating with coworkers has never been so easy. All projects we work on are put into Box.

What do you dislike about Box?

I wish Box was more widely used. Some people still prefer to use Google Drive but I feel Box is safer.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

We solve a wide array of issues, including program and classroom assessment. Almost all of our work is done entirely through Box.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Apr 03, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Crystal F.
Animal Transport Manager
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"Box Review "
What do you like best about Box?

How it slows the team to communicate and document conditions of animals and trucks Very useful database for organizing transports

What do you dislike about Box?

I like how box utilizes affective communication among staff members as well as helps keep everything organized for transports

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Communication within the team Effective organization for all transports Check in/out animals

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 03, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Kati A.
Academic Advisor
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"Easy to use and manage files"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is a great tool to allow you to access files across devices and collaborate with other users.

What do you dislike about Box?

When collaborating with others on certain files, and having items synced to your desktop, it is challenging to lock the file, preventing other from using it at the time.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Sharing items and information within departments as well as campus wide with different working groups.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 02, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box is my Favorite"
What do you like best about Box?

I can access Box from my laptop or phone, give access to 1 person, a team, or anyone in my company - it's a tool that's very easy to use.

What do you dislike about Box?

I couldn't figure out how to unlock a document from my phone that I'd locked from my laptop. It was an annoyance, but I just waited to unlock once I'd logged in at work.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

It's a collaboration tool for my team - it's much easier to share data here than it was in SharePoint.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Apr 02, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Blake B. avatar
Blake B.
Applications Development Intern
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"Box is an excellent cloud storage software"
What do you like best about Box?

I love that Box integrates seamlessly with Microsoft software and allows for real-time collaboration on word documents.

What do you dislike about Box?

Sometimes there is a little bit of lag when working on word documents through Box, this could just be due to poor internet connection though.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

I solve sharing documents with team members through Box. The data is kept private so I don’t have to worry about confidential information being released, and the collaboration in real-time allows for members to work on documents simultaneously even if they are located far apart.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Apr 02, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Chan P. avatar
Chan P.
Finance Manager
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"Easy and encrypted!"
What do you like best about Box?

We use box because it’s very intuitive, easy access and the data is encrypted which is the best part.

What do you dislike about Box?

Version control can get a little difficult but easy to manage.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Multiple people sharing files, especially for Rollup’s and always changing data source.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Apr 02, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"User friendly!"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is straightforward and user friendly

What do you dislike about Box?

I do not dislike anything about box as of right now

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Box has given us unlimited storage benefits with no problems accessibly our files.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Apr 02, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Love it!"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is efficient and truly helps with our team coordinating client files. It is easy to share files and my entire team is constantly connected to the most updated version of each file.

What do you dislike about Box?

There hasn't yet been anything that I have disliked about this product. It is simple and easy to use.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are using box to have shared access to folders with our team and our clients. We can easily search, email links and send files back and forth to each other. It saves time and that is most important!

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 01, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Great Cloud-Based Software for File Sharing"
What do you like best about Box?

This software is easy to use, inexpensive, and does exactly what you want it to. I like that you can use it online, or download to to use on your desktop. Being able to track who is working on files online and when things have been updated is super helpful to avoid double-dipping work.

What do you dislike about Box?

The only problem I have encountered with Box was trying to change accounts on the same laptop. We had an employee move on to another position within the company and her laptop was passed on to the new hire. For some reason Box wants to keep both accounts on the laptop, no matter how many times we have tried to remove the first employees account. Not the end of the world, but a little annoying.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

This has allowed teams to share and collaborate on massive amount of files and documents seamlessly from the cloud. I love the different levels of roles you can have within files, which makes managing them much easier.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 01, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box Provides Seamless Collaboration For Large Institutions"
What do you like best about Box?

It is a convenient way to rapidly upload and share a large number of large files with a variety of people within and outside of the organization, with easy and intuitive controls to customize access, allowing additional individuals to share the files one uploads with yet further people, as well as add, delete and manipulate files. This is especially convenient within large organizations, where it is necessary to collaborate between a number of large departments. You can easily separate projects by folders, each shared with a unique group of people with the customized levels of access. Box for Business is customized to seamlessly integrates with our other institutional systems, and despite the scale on which we operate, we have yet to run into any difficulties quickly uploading and instantly sharing hundreds of large files, or locating individuals across our organization which employs thousands.

What do you dislike about Box?

We are fortunate enough that our organization has seen fit to provide this service. Unlike other file sharing services, like Google Drive, this customized and seamless integration with our other institutional accounts that allows for such ease of collaboration comes at a cost.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

We have used Box to manage an application process bringing in up to 700 application files that must be shared with two centralized committees comprised of people from disparate departments, while a third department level process sees several different committees operating separately on an internal basis, that must also have flexible access to a portion of the files.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 01, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Awesome tool for documenting and sharing"
What do you like best about Box?

I like the fast sync between offline and online works and also across different computers. This is so amazing!!

What do you dislike about Box?

Nothing so far I dislike about this tool.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Nothing has been problematic. Fast sync between offline and online works and also across different computers makes our research project fast paced and easy to navigate.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 01, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"I have been very happy with Box at work"
What do you like best about Box?

The ease of file sharing with off-site partners

What do you dislike about Box?

I have no current issues with the software

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

We run a lot of data/model sharing across campuses and between a variety of personnel. It has allowed us to integrate our team seamlessly as we swap students on and off of projects.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Apr 01, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Thinking outside the box"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is a storage site like its competitors with a few features that set it apart. I'm glad the team switched over, because it has made sharing files much easier and more secure as well. The business content management tool though are the biggest selling point. You can't get these with other, cheaper products.

What do you dislike about Box?

Because Box is less popular than some of its competitors, there is less integration and support for it versus Google Drive or Dropbox.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Sharing spreadsheets and other files in a secure manner with our own software and working with freelancers has been a challenge, since they had no remote access. This has solved that issue.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Apr 01, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Breaking Business Barriers with Box"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is secure and reliable. The data is encrypted despite the ability to access information on multiple devices and multiple users. In addition, the storage capacity is great.

What do you dislike about Box?

I wish every email could have their own files

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Streamlining- we avoid having to find the right person with the right files. We can simply create a folder for everyone to access important documents

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Mar 31, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Amber M.
Styling Team Lead
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"Simple and efficient - great for collaboration"
What do you like best about Box?

Box is great to use not only for internal purposes but to share content with those not in our organization. Whether it be for recruiting purposes during the interview process or for meeting with outside vendors, Box makes it easy to be able to control access points and still allow for collaboration.

What do you dislike about Box?

For newer users or those who have never used Box before, there are some UI issues that are confusing. There are multiple asks for login even when we just need someone to join as a guest. This can slow down the efficiency process for one-time use.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Solving the need of minimal local storage and also collaboration in remote roles across the country. This makes things clean and organized.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Mar 31, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Easy to use and organize files "
What do you like best about Box?

How you can organize all your files and paperwork in one place and get rid of the hard copy. We love how you can also send a whole File to some one if they need it. Also that box archives all older version of files so you can retrieve it.

What do you dislike about Box?

You have to make sure you organize it efficiently or it could be confusing. We use it to file Away patient files. So we have to make categories for the patients.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

We us it to organize all our clients paperwork. So it is our filing cabinet.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Mar 30, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box Storage Review"
What do you like best about Box?

Box offers a well built cloud storage platform. The storage offered is comparable to other clod storage platform. The service syncs with iPhone , Mac, iPad to keep Box up to date. The IOS apps are very clean and user friendly.

What do you dislike about Box?

Limited file organization system. Storage upgrade option can be pricey.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Sharing files with other empolyees. Better file storage and organization.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Mar 30, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"One of the best file sharing tools for enterprises"
What do you like best about Box?

The sharing tools in Box allow you to easily share inside and outside your organization. It is also the better cross-platform file sharing.

What do you dislike about Box?

I have no dislikes of this tool, it does it’s job very well.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Box alllows is to have a central repository for files that are shared within the company. It allows us to host files and share them with customers also. It also gives us control over files when an employee leaves, allowing us to revoke access and reassign to another employee.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Mar 30, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Great collaboration tool!"
What do you like best about Box?

Ability to share large files with coworkers Web based - global access Easy file structure - search tool

What do you dislike about Box?

User interface can be clunky at times No other complaints!

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Sharing large files/videos with coworkers that cannot be sent via email

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Mar 30, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box it up"
What do you like best about Box?

I love the ability to upload direct. No waiting. Just instant.

What do you dislike about Box?

I haven’t found anything as of yet. So far it’s the perfect digital source.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

None yet. Benefits include editing, direct uploads, sharing of all content.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Mar 29, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Works well for submitting projects or important files. Very reliable."
What do you like best about Box?

I like that Box is reliable for turning things in and communicating files!

What do you dislike about Box?

I do not like that sometimes there are technical difficulties.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Being able to communicate files between teams and groups of people.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Mar 29, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box is another Online drive for person and business usage."
What do you like best about Box?

Box is good platform as we know online drive. It is easy to upload and download fast with my file. Sharing big file is another advantage for Box as we use it everyday. Box gave us full option on file storage.

What do you dislike about Box?

I don't have any feedback on Box. it is useful for me.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

File synced and share for our team is the best solution for our business.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Mar 28, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Mike B. avatar
Mike B.
Lead Pastor
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"BOX is a great go-to online storage solution. "
What do you like best about Box?

The ability to load documents of any file format into the cloud.

What do you dislike about Box?

Limited upload size at certain levels of subscription.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Archival storage of documents

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Mar 28, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box Review"
What do you like best about Box?

Easily share & review documents. We use box internally as well as externally.

What do you dislike about Box?

There isn't really anything to dislike with this product. It provides exactly what is needed, to share and store documents.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Easily store & share documents company wide as well as externally.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Mar 28, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Brian L. avatar
Brian L.
Manager, Information Technology
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"Box - Great resource for collaboration"
What do you like best about Box?

- Ability to modify documents without downloading them. - Collaboration - Auto-Sync Features - Ability to share to non-box users

What do you dislike about Box?

- Their sharing of files/documents when "checking out" needs some refinement.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

- File sharing - Collaborative Efforts - Project Management & Planning - File hosting and storage

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Mar 27, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box Rocks"
What do you like best about Box?

The main benefit to Box in my work is cross platform access. Whether I'm on my desktop at work or home, on my smartphone or tablet, I can access the files I need.

What do you dislike about Box?

There is nothing that I dislike about Box.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Having access to needed files at work, home and away. Easily sharing files among colleagues internally and externally.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Mar 27, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Karl J. avatar
Karl J.
Technology Consultant
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"Work as a team and store in the cloud with Box"
What do you like best about Box?

Box has allowed us to work comfortably from anywhere and only having an internet connection and the application or the program to access our documents in the cloud. It is a beautiful program in view, modern and easy to use. It is perfect for teamwork, whether personal, independent or in a company. You can from your free version, to a paid version if you need more space or use other tools for your company.

What do you dislike about Box?

Box gives you very good benefits or features that really do not make you think of anything negative about it, but we can mention a disadvantage that presents differences from other third-party programs and is the little free storage it offers, since there are other companies that They offer much more.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Thanks to this program our team has been able to improve in terms of time, speed, efficiency, since we have quick access to our files in the cloud, backup copies that we usually do from time to time and the files that we need to send to our customers. Just by sharing an access link or obtaining permission to view or edit, Box makes life easier for us in our work. In addition we can make easy and simple integrations with other programs.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Mar 27, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Box"
What do you like best about Box?

Robust storage and sharing, nice UI. Innovative company to work with that stands behind product.

What do you dislike about Box?

Some service disruptions are announced to admins, but generally these are a non-issue.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Efficient file storage and sharing.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Mar 26, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
Eric F. avatar
Eric F.
Founder
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"Box Review"
What do you like best about Box?

The ability to migrate between Box and Dropbox is one of the best features, along with the ability to instantly connect to most every other web service/cloud.

What do you dislike about Box?

Storage can be an issue and sync will not alert you of full storage.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

I use Box for sending files and documents to collegues. The benefits are countless.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Mar 26, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Bianca Z. avatar
Bianca Z.
Program Coordinator | Schedule For Success | Think Tank
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"Everything You Need In One Place!"
What do you like best about Box?

I like that I can share all my documents with my coworkers and also start new Powerpoint, Excel, and Word documents on Box and have others collaborate. Box adds extra privacy settings to make sure things are as private as possible. It makes it simple to go back and find the things you need simply by typing in keywords. You can surf through thousands of files in a matter of seconds.

What do you dislike about Box?

It's hard to access it when it comes to having a fluid workflow. If I am working on a file I have to manually upload it every time I am working on something. It can be disruptive unlike you clicking "Save" and its housed in your desktop. I also think there can be some room for updates to the organization of the folders in Box. I feel sometimes things get lost within because of the lack of spacing and organization of time, title, or file size.

What problems is Box solving and how is that benefiting you?

Privacy was a big issue for our institution and moving to Box creating extra protection to files consisting of student confidential information. Also, solves the problem of losing your work in Google drive or needing to log in another type of email to access the documents. We used to use a "shared" drive through servers though, the problem was we could not access files unless we were at work, which made working remotely extremely difficult. By shifting to Box people are able to access their files wherever they are.