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Egnyte vs Smartsheet Construction

Egnyte logo

Egnyte

Construction

Cloud-based file management and collaboration platform

From
$60/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Smartsheet Construction logo

Smartsheet Construction

Construction

Work management platform for construction teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Smartsheet Construction has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Egnyte storage is allocated per plan rather than per user, at 100 GB on Business and 150 GB on every tier above it; Smartsheet Construction automation engine uses logic-based if-then rules rather than adaptive AI, cannot predict outcomes or understand content
  • They diverge on capability: Egnyte covers File sync and sharing, Smartsheet Construction covers Project scheduling.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Egnyte and Smartsheet Construction actually diverge.

Attributes where Egnyte and Smartsheet Construction differ
AttributeEgnyteSmartsheet Construction
Starting price$60/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, WindowsWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20072005

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Construction).

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 Egnyte

  • File sync and sharing
  • Team collaboration
  • Mobile access
  • Version control
  • Access controls
  • Slack
  • Box
  • Dropbox

Only in Smartsheet Construction

  • Project scheduling
  • Resource management
  • Collaboration
  • Reporting
  • Automation
  • Procore
  • Google Workspace
  • Salesforce

Both cover

  • Microsoft 365
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Egnyte

  • Managing and syncing files across an organisation with governance controlsnot Smartsheet Construction
  • Sharing large project files with external collaboratorsnot Smartsheet Construction

Smartsheet Construction

  • Project trackingnot Egnyte
  • Resource planningnot Egnyte
  • Team collaborationnot Egnyte
  • Reportingnot Egnyte

Where each one falls short

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

Egnyte

  • Storage is allocated per plan rather than per user, at 100 GB on Business and 150 GB on every tier above it
  • That means Elite at $48 per user per month carries the same 150 GB as Enterprise Lite at $39
  • The Business plan caps the account at 100 power users, so growth past that forces a jump to $39 per user
  • Every published price requires annual payment
  • The Ultimate tier is quoted rather than listed

Smartsheet Construction

  • Automation engine uses logic-based if-then rules rather than adaptive AI, cannot predict outcomes or understand content
  • Essential features locked behind expensive add-ons or Enterprise plan tiers
  • Business plan requires minimum 3 seats, raising costs for smaller teams
  • Limited in-platform communication with only @messages in task cards versus robust chat in competitors
  • Dependency management capabilities are limited for complex project interdependencies
  • Spreadsheet-focused design less suitable for agile and cross-functional teams

Pricing, plan by plan

Egnyte

$60/month
  • Team Collaboration$60/month
    • File sync and sharing
    • Team collaboration
    • Mobile access
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Advanced governance
    • Compliance controls
    • API access

Smartsheet Construction

Free
  • Pro$9/month
    • Gantt charts
    • Portfolio management
  • Business$19/month
    • Automation
    • Advanced integrations

Which should you pick?

Choose Egnyte if

  • You need file sync and sharing.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows.
  • You also want team collaboration.
Egnyte review

Choose Smartsheet Construction if

  • You need project scheduling.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want resource management.
Smartsheet Construction review

Questions people ask

Is Egnyte or Smartsheet Construction better?
Neither clearly leads. Egnyte starts at $60/month and Smartsheet Construction at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Egnyte or Smartsheet Construction?
Smartsheet Construction has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $60/month for Egnyte and Free for Smartsheet Construction.
Does Egnyte or Smartsheet Construction run on more platforms?
Egnyte runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows. Smartsheet Construction runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Smartsheet Construction for free?
Yes. Smartsheet Construction has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Egnyte starts at $60/month.
What is Egnyte best used for?
Egnyte is most often used for managing and syncing files across an organisation with governance controls, sharing large project files with external collaborators. Of those, managing and syncing files across an organisation with governance controls and sharing large project files with external collaborators are not what Smartsheet Construction is typically brought in for.
What can Egnyte do that Smartsheet Construction cannot?
Egnyte covers File sync and sharing, Team collaboration, Mobile access, Version control. Smartsheet Construction covers Project scheduling, Resource management, Collaboration, Reporting. Both handle Microsoft 365, Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Egnyte: How much does Egnyte cost per user?

Egnyte pricing ranges from $22 per user per month (Business plan, paid annually) to $48 per user per month (Elite plan, paid annually). The Ultimate plan requires a custom quote. Enterprise Lite is $39 per user per month.

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Smartsheet Construction: What does Smartsheet cost?

Smartsheet offers Pro at $9/user/month (billed annually at $108), Business at $19/user/month (annually $228), and custom Enterprise pricing. Annual billing provides significant discounts (25% for Pro, 21% for Business).

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Egnyte: What storage limits apply to each Egnyte plan?

Business plan includes 100 GB per account and supports up to 100 users. Enterprise Lite, Elite, and Ultimate plans include 150 GB per account each with support for unlimited users.

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Smartsheet Construction: Does Smartsheet offer a free tier?

Smartsheet offers a limited free plan supporting one licensed user with 2 sheets and 500 MB storage, including grid, Gantt, card, and calendar views. A 30-day free trial is also available.

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Egnyte: Are there additional costs for Egnyte add-ons?

Yes. Project Hub costs $6 per user per month, Specialized File Handler costs $6 per user per month, and Snapshot & Recovery costs $10 per user per month.

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Smartsheet Construction: What platforms does Smartsheet support?

Smartsheet is a 100% SaaS web application compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux browsers. Mobile apps are available for iOS (15+) and Android (10+), though mobile app has limitations for creating automated workflows and building filters.

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Egnyte: Does Egnyte offer a free trial?

Egnyte offers a free trial for all tiers except Ultimate. The Ultimate tier requires contacting sales. Multi-year discounts are available but specific terms are not detailed on the pricing page.

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Smartsheet Construction: Does Smartsheet integrate with other tools?

Yes, Smartsheet has 175+ integrations including two-way connectors for Slack, Jira, Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Power BI, Outlook, and more. Some integrations are included in Business plans while others are paid add-ons.

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