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# Compare Google Drive vs DiskStation

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> Detailed comparison between Google Drive and DiskStation. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Google Drive | DiskStation |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 28490 | 91 |
| **Starting Price** | $7.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base Software, 24/7 (Live rep) | 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training Software** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### Google Drive

Teams in various business settings.

### DiskStation

Trusted by some of the best and brightest minds in the IT industry with more than 7 million installations, Synology has proven over and over to be a stand alone solution for home and business users.

## Key features

### Google Drive

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Alerts/Notifications
- Content Management System (CMS) Software
- Data Recovery
- Drag & Drop
- Electronic Signature
- Encryption Software
- File Sharing Software
- Messaging
- Mobile Access
- Monitoring
- Real Time Synchronization
- Real-Time Data
- Remote Access/Control
- Search/Filter
- Secure Data Storage
- Workflow Management Software

### DiskStation

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Alerts/Notifications
- Continuous Backup
- Data Recovery
- Drag & Drop
- Electronic Signature
- Encryption Software
- Messaging
- Mobile Access
- Real Time Synchronization
- Remote Access/Control
- Search/Filter
- Secure Data Storage
- Virtual Machine Migration
- Virtual Machine Monitoring
- Workflow Management Software

## Links

- [View Google Drive Profile](https://www.capterra.ae/software/161425/drive)
- [View DiskStation Profile](https://www.capterra.ae/software/170037/active-backup-for-business)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ae/compare/161425/170037/drive/vs/active-backup-for-business)

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