Box vs Nextcloud
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business. Last verified June 8, 2026.
The short answer
Box ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #11) for Small business owners and IT managers choosing business cloud storage (Dropbox vs Box vs Google Drive Business). A security-first platform with granular controls and workflow automation for enterprises.
At a glance
| Box | Nextcloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business | #11 / The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 7.1 |
| Best for | Best for enterprise security & workflow | Best self-hosted, open-source solution |
| Pricing | $$$ ($15 to $35/user/mo) | $$$ (Varies based on hosting/support) |
| HQ | Redwood City, USA | Stuttgart, Germany |
| Founded | 2005 | 2016 |
Box
A security-first platform with granular controls and workflow automation for enterprises.
www.box.com/businessSee full entry in The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business
Nextcloud
An open-source, self-hosted platform for organizations demanding total data control.
nextcloud.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business
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