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Dropbox vs Monday.com

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Dropbox

Software

Cloud storage and file synchronization service

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Monday.com

Software

A platform built for a new way of working

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Dropbox the free Basic plan gives 2 GB of storage; Monday.com expensive at scale with 3-seat minimum and costs increasing quickly with team size
  • They diverge on capability: Dropbox covers File synchronization, Monday.com covers Customizable workflows.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Dropbox and Monday.com actually diverge.

Attributes where Dropbox and Monday.com differ
AttributeDropboxMonday.com
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, WebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20072012

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Dropbox

  • File synchronization
  • Cloud storage
  • File sharing
  • Version history
  • Offline access
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Two-factor authentication

Only in Monday.com

  • Customizable workflows
  • Multiple views (Kanban, Gantt, Calendar)
  • Automation engine
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Mobile apps
  • Forms
  • Dashboards
  • Workload management

Both cover

  • Slack
  • Zoom

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Dropbox

  • File backupnot Monday.com
  • Team collaborationnot Monday.com
  • Content sharingnot Monday.com
  • Remote worknot Monday.com

Monday.com

  • Project managementnot Dropbox
  • Sales CRMnot Dropbox
  • Marketing campaignsnot Dropbox
  • HR processesnot Dropbox
  • IT ticketingnot Dropbox

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Dropbox

  • The free Basic plan gives 2 GB of storage
  • Version history is 30 days on Plus, 180 days on Standard and 1 year on Advanced
  • File transfers are capped at 50 GB on Plus and 100 GB on the team plans
  • The Advanced team plan requires a minimum of 3 users at $24 per user per month
  • eSignature requests are limited to 3 per month on Plus and Standard

Monday.com

  • Expensive at scale with 3-seat minimum and costs increasing quickly with team size
  • Limited free plan with only 2 users and 3 boards
  • Mobile app provides reduced functionality compared to web version
  • Email CC/BCC limitations for looping in stakeholders without full board access
  • WorkForms can only create new items, not update existing ones

Pricing, plan by plan

Dropbox

Free
  • BasicFree
    • 2 GB storage
    • File sync
    • Mobile apps
  • Plus$9.99/month
    • 2 TB storage
    • Offline access
    • Remote device wipe

Monday.com

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Monday.com review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Dropbox if

  • You need file synchronization.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want cloud storage.
Dropbox review

Choose Monday.com if

  • You need customizable workflows.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want multiple views (kanban, gantt, calendar).
Monday.com review

Questions people ask

Is Dropbox or Monday.com better?
Neither clearly leads. Dropbox starts at Free and Monday.com at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Dropbox or Monday.com?
Dropbox starts at Free and Monday.com at Free.
Does Dropbox or Monday.com run on more platforms?
Dropbox runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web. Monday.com runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Dropbox for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Dropbox best used for?
Dropbox is most often used for file backup, team collaboration, content sharing, remote work. Of those, file backup and team collaboration are not what Monday.com is typically brought in for.
What can Dropbox do that Monday.com cannot?
Dropbox covers File synchronization, Cloud storage, File sharing, Version history. Monday.com covers Customizable workflows, Multiple views (Kanban, Gantt, Calendar), Automation engine, Real-time collaboration. Both handle Slack, Zoom.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Monday.com: Does Monday.com have a free plan?

Yes, Monday.com offers a free plan limited to 2 users and 3 boards. Paid plans start at around $9 per seat per month and require a minimum of 3 seats.

Source
Monday.com: Can I use Monday.com on mobile?

Monday.com is available on iOS and Android, but the mobile app lacks the full depth of the desktop version, making complex board management more difficult on the go.

Source
Monday.com: Does Monday.com support offline work?

Monday.com is primarily a cloud-based platform and does not have robust offline capabilities. You need an internet connection to access and edit boards.

Source
Monday.com: What is Monday.com's pricing based on?

Pricing is based on the number of seats and which product module you choose (Work Management, Sales CRM, Dev, or Service). Each module has different features and pricing.

Source
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