Microsoft OneDrive for Business 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
Microsoft OneDrive for Business ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #11) for Small business owners and IT managers choosing business cloud storage (Dropbox vs Box vs Google Drive Business). Unbeatable integration with Microsoft 365 and Windows, backed by strong enterprise security.
At a glance
| Microsoft OneDrive for Business | Nextcloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business | #11 / The 11 Best Cloud Storage Solutions for Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 7.1 |
| Best for | Best for Microsoft 365 integration | Best self-hosted, open-source solution |
| Pricing | $ ($5 to $12.50/user/mo) | $$$ (Varies based on hosting/support) |
| HQ | Redmond, USA | Stuttgart, Germany |
| Founded | 1975 | 2016 |
Microsoft OneDrive for Business
Unbeatable integration with Microsoft 365 and Windows, backed by strong enterprise security.
www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/onedrive/onedrive-for-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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