Google Workspace (Google Drive) 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
Google Workspace (Google Drive) ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #11) for Small business owners and IT managers choosing business cloud storage (Dropbox vs Box vs Google Drive Business). Unmatched real-time collaboration and ecosystem integration make it the top choice for productive teams.
At a glance
| Google Workspace (Google Drive) | Nextcloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business | #11 / The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.3 | 7.1 |
| Best for | Best for real-time collaboration | Best self-hosted, open-source solution |
| Pricing | $$ ($12 to $18/user/mo) | $$$ (Varies based on hosting/support) |
| HQ | Mountain View, USA | Stuttgart, Germany |
| Founded | 1998 | 2016 |
Google Workspace (Google Drive)
Unmatched real-time collaboration and ecosystem integration make it the top choice for productive teams.
workspace.google.com/products/drive/See 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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