18 years helping Emirati businesses
choose better software

What Is Google Workspace?

Google Workspace is how teams of all sizes connect, create, and collaborate — to drive innovation from any device, and any location.

Built on the industry’s leading cloud-native communication and collaboration platform, Google Workspace brings together the apps loved by billions of people — Gmail, Chat, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Meet and more — into a single integrated workspace.

Grow and run your business more efficiently with Google Workspace.

Who Uses Google Workspace?

Google Workspace brings email, chat, files, meetings and your favorite apps into a people-first experience powered by Google AI so that you can safely connect, create and collaborate.

Google Workspace Software - Google Workspace business solutions seamlessly integrate everything that you and your team need to get anything done, all-in-one place, including professional @yourcompany email.
Google Workspace Software - Custom professional email @yourcompany. Build customer trust with professional email addresses at your domain.
Google Workspace Software - Connect and collaborate with customers, partners and suppliers. Whether it’s a video call with a client, chat room with your supplier or shared drive with partners, stay connected with everyone who is important to your business.
Google Workspace Software - Google Workspace includes other familiar tools beyond Gmail and Calendar – get access to business versions of Google Meet, Chat, Drive, Docs, Sheets and more in a single view.
Google Workspace Software - Flexible, helpful business collaboration solutions for all the ways that work is changing.

Not sure about Google Workspace? Compare with a popular alternative

Google Workspace

Google Workspace

4.7 (17,002)
$6.00
month
Free version
Free trial
159
14
4.6 (17,002)
4.6 (17,002)
4.3 (17,002)
VS.
Starting Price
Pricing Options
Features
Integrations
Ease of Use
Value for Money
Customer Service
$14.00
month
Free version
Free trial
202
67
4.1 (6,913)
4.3 (6,913)
4.1 (6,913)
Green rating bars show the winning product based on the average rating and number of reviews.

Other great alternatives to Google Workspace

Zoho CRM
Top rated features
CRM Software
Help Desk Management
Real-Time Data
HubSpot CRM
Top rated features
Contact Management Software
Lead Management Software
Sales Pipeline Management
Workplace from Meta
Top rated features
Mobile Access
Real-Time Chat
Real-Time Notifications
Digital Marketing Suite
Top rated features
Contact Management Software
Email Campaign Management
Mobile Optimization
Microsoft Azure
Top rated features
Access Controls/Permissions
Cloud Computing
Data Security
Zoho Mail
Top rated features
Email Monitoring
Inbox Management
Spam Blocker
Gmail
Top rated features
Inbox Management
Search/Filter
Spam Blocker
Omnicontext
Top rated features
Dashboard Software
Performance Metrics
Strategic Planning Software
Box
Top rated features
Document Storage
File Sharing Software
Secure Data Storage

Reviews of Google Workspace

Average score

Overall
4.7
Ease of Use
4.6
Customer Service
4.3
Features
4.6
Value for Money
4.6

Reviews by company size (employees)

  • <50
  • 51-200
  • 201-1,000
  • >1,001
Pauline Priyanka
Pauline Priyanka
Trainee in Germany
Verified LinkedIn User
Food Production, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

A colloborative powerhouse with room for development

5.0 last month New

Comments: High level streamlined productivity and user friendly interface with reliable security. It also satisfies wide accessibility

Pros:

Google chat, google docs, google meet, google forms and so on are my everyday usable platforms and also i use a lot in google drive to save up my stuff. How could I deny that its a great asset to a individual who uses internet on a regular basis. Its seamsless collaboration features are playing a great interest.

Cons:

Storage limitations are of the most barrier that I come accross. Subscription prices are expensive which is not appealing.

Sonja
Coach, Consultant, and Educator in US
Professional Training & Coaching, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

The best for organization!

5.0 2 months ago New

Pros:

Google Workspace is so easy to use. I love that I can so easily keep track of all of my businesses' needs inside of one platform and that everything syncs so easily. I've really enjoyed organizing all of my files within Drive, linking Docs to Tasks, syncing Tasks to my Calendar, setting up Appointment Schedules within Calendar, and embedding Forms into my Appointment Schedules. Everything is so smooth and streamlined.

Cons:

I would love to see a mobile version of Google Tasks and I would love to see this get built out to work a little bit more like Asana, Trello, or Monday. I also would love to see Google Slides function a little more like PPT or like Canva.

Manas
I'm a student in India
Education Management, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Some thing about Google workshop

3.0 2 months ago New

Comments: My overall experience is good. it's very useful in official organisation.

Pros:

It's a collection of all tools that a college student needed the most.

Cons:

No cons for my point of view as college student.

Robert
Robert
Vice-President in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Cosmetics, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Not perfect, but still amazing!

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: I've been using Google Workspace for over a decade, and it's just an excellent product, and they keep improving it. However, they seem to change their mind too often. "Here's Duo, use it for video conferencing. Here's Hangouts, use it to chat. Psych! Now it's Meet and Chat."

Pros:

When it comes to team collaboration, Google Workspace is the best in the business. Teams can collaborate live editing documents together, using chat within those documents, and everything is just intuitive.

Cons:

While the collaboration is amazing, the productivity suite just isn't MS Office. They're close, but just lagging in features. The Google Sheets formulas aren't quite the same as Excel, the formatting options of Google Docs aren't as robust as Word, etc.

Umut
Developer in Austria
Information Technology & Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Stable And Unstable At The Same Time

4.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Doesn't let down, easy to use every-day, while feeling modern most of the time it also feels clunky and old.

Pros:

Ease to use, compatibility with other Google services, well-known

Cons:

Lack of speed for adding basic modern chat features, too many hard changes on UI & UX

Favio
Project Manager in Canada
Construction Software, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

You can't go wrong with Google Workspace for project management

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Overall, it has been very satisfying, the tools have been very useful to achieve success in our projects and manage documentation.

Pros:

I like how complete the workspace is. We used most of its tools for storing the entire project documentation, manage mail communications and daily chats, schedule team video calls and used Jamboard before it got discontinued.

Cons:

One of the Google Workspace tools, Google meets, is very powerful, but lacks the tool to draw in the screen of the person who is sharing screen, to better discuss the project.

Bhavya
Designer in Australia
Design, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Hassle free comes at a cost, and a couple of gotchas.

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Overall experience is positive, but the second I get a similar eco-system elsewhere for cheaper, I wouldn't hesitate much.

Pros:

The ecoysystem. Everything just works. I have had issues with OneDrive randomly ending file access and team members complaining that the file isn't accessible, however this is not the case with Workspace. It comes with quite a lot of features out of the box to help you run your business, and on top of which, if you are savvy enough with scripting, you can almost run basic, non-TOS breaking transactional emails (think reminders, alerts etc).

Cons:

I think it is quite expensive for the price. A major negative is that Google neglects their Workspace customers and gives them a degrading experience if you own Google devices. Many features aren't compatible as opposed to having a regular gmail account and they still haven't addressed this despite being a user for over 12 years.

Ben
Operations Manager in Canada
Construction Software, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Very Happy Overall

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: This has been a great addition to our company. The included storage space is great for a small business, and it makes sharing inspection reports and videos with clients a breeze.

Pros:

The reliability. We began when alternate email providers and they just weren't cutting it.

Cons:

It is a bit pricier than other options for sure.

Waheed
Solutions Engineer in US
Computer Software, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Web based productivity apps at their best

5.0 2 weeks ago New

Comments: I am more productive in Workspace than I would be using any other productivity tools

Pros:

Honestly no other web based office apps product even comes close

Cons:

It keeps you within the Google ecosystem

Robert
Regional manager in US
Renewables & Environment, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Love Google workplace

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Overall, Google Workspace is a game-changer for productivity and collaboration. Highly recommended!

Pros:

Google Workspace has completely transformed the way my team and I collaborate. The seamless integration of tools like Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, and Meet makes it incredibly easy to stay organized and efficient. I especially appreciate the real-time collaboration features in Docs and Sheets, which eliminate the need for constant back-and-forth emails. The security features and accessibility from any device are also a major plus, ensuring that our data is safe and our work is always within reach.

Cons:

The only downside I’ve encountered is that some advanced features, like the admin console, can feel overwhelming at first for new users. However, with a bit of practice and Google’s helpful resources, it becomes much easier to navigate.

Pamela
Pamela
Digital Communication Specialist in Argentina
Verified LinkedIn User
Financial Services Software, 5,001–10,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Google Workspace: Scheduling Simplified for Teams

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: Scheduling and managing team events on the calendar is as easy as pie. ​From the real time editing features, we’ve been able to use our Google Docs to make a writing process that is more efficient at making communication materials. While to date I've been quite pleased with what the tool set offers, it's inevitable that at times I've felt the desire for more advanced project management tools that would integrate with the suite.

Pros:

One of Google Workspace’s shining features is shared workspace which lets many people work on the same document spreadsheets and presentations at the same time. Its supple integration with other Google tools, like Gmail, Calendar, and Drive, makes the ecosystem very natural. One example is being able to build events right from email invitations and automatically attach related documents to calendar entries that reduce administrative load for users.

Cons:

An advanced communication project of any complexity would be benefited if Gantt chart features or even more advanced task dependency tracking were added.

Kieran
Mortgage and Insurance Adviser in New Zealand
Financial Services Software, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Easy to use and manage business email

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: Google Workspace for me has been a great tool to enable business email and user profiles. It allows me to get on with work without needing to spend big money on external IT providers.

Pros:

Seamless way to manage business email and associated tools. Google Workspace makes it easy to set up business email accounts and user profiles without needing a lot of technical knowledge.

Cons:

Some tools and systems do require Googling to find a way through them, but generally speaking I find the software is easy to follow and use.

Scott
Content Creator in US
Entertainment, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Google Workspace Ideal For Teamwork

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: Overall, Google Workspace is a great solution, especially if your team is in different locations. It offers all the apps you need for staying on top of all your business needs, and it's easy to transition over to if you already have experience with other workspaces.

Pros:

We love that we can create a document that can be seen and edited by other team members without having to copy files to flash drives or attach them to emails. Spreadsheets and reports are most important, and they involve being seen by many people before being finalized. We can store each draft so we don't lose them, them keep working forward until we have a finished product to present to the masses. With team members scattered all over the place, it's a real time saver.

Cons:

The documents don't always update in real time. We'll get on the phone to discuss, say, a spreadsheet, and we'll suddenly realize we're looking at different drafts. As soon as everyone refreshes their screens and connections, voila, we're all back on the same page, but it's a real pain sometimes when we're in a hurry to discuss something. Google should look into why this keeps happening.

Stefano
Owner in Italy
Information Technology & Services, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

GOOGLE WORKSPACE - ALL YOU NEED IN ONE WORKSPACE

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: My experience is really good. I use it in my company and also for personal use and it is really complete solution.

Pros:

The possibility to share documents, sheets and files across organization and friends

Cons:

There is no client versione for collaborations tools such as word, excel and so on. I mean that the web version is not easy to use compared to microsft tools. However Googlw apps are widely available on all the devices and also are integrated with the gmail account.

Tony
Account Manager in UK
Marketing & Advertising, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great but could be better

4.0 2 months ago

Comments: Overall I really like it. It's my go-to for pretty much everything work-related. I love how seamlessly everything connects. Going between emails, Docs, Meetings, and the rest is so smooth. It rally helps our productivity, especially when collaborating with others. The real-time teamwork features are great and being able to access everything from anywhere is super convenient. As mentioned it has a few quirks, like occasional offline syncing issues and maybe a slightly too simple design at times. But overall, Google Workspace is a winner in my book. It just makes work easier and more efficient.

Pros:

I like how smoothly all the apps work together. It makes juggling emails, documents, meetings, and everything else a breeze. The real-time collaboration is a game-changer for our team.

Cons:

Honestly, I can't fault it overall, but if I had to pick something that bugs me, it's probably the hiccups with offline access. Sometimes, when I'm working offline, things don't sync perfectly, or I can't access all the features I need. It's not a dealbreaker, but its definitely frustrating when it happens. Also, while I like the clean and simple design of the apps, sometimes I find them a bit too basic. I occasionally miss some of the more advanced features and customization options you get with other suites.

Fernando
Managing Partner in US
Law Practice, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Best client management suite for its versatility

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: My experience has been great. Google Workspace provides a comprehensive platform to track, work, and automate my client files.

Pros:

The integration of the workspace with its individual apps makes this a perfect client management software

Cons:

What I like least is that sometimes the individual apps are not as intuitive as I would like.

elves
elves
Diretor in Brazil
Verified LinkedIn User
Marketing & Advertising, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Crucial for Online Enterprises

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: I’ve been using Google Workspace since it was G Suite, and I have nothing but praise for it. I recommend it to everyone. I use Sheets, Slides, Docs, Drive, Email, Calendar, and Agenda. Everything works in real-time, allowing for easy sharing with my team and selected external collaborators. It's all very user-friendly and straightforward.

Pros:

It provides everything I need to manage my key daily tasks. I use Sheets, Slides, Docs, Drive, Email, Calendar, and Agenda. Everything operates in real-time, allowing for easy sharing with my team and selected external contacts.

Cons:

It's tough to pinpoint what I like least since I use almost everything daily. If I had to mention something, I would suggest adding an option to create a custom login page for emails, like webmail.yourdomain.com, which would direct to a tailored login screen instead of going straight to Gmail. That's the only change I would make; everything else works great.

Nolan
Head of US Sales in US
Real Estate, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Google Workspace Is A Requirement For Our Success

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Overall Google Workspace is a non-negotiable necessity for our organization. With Mail as our primary inbound and outbound system for our SSO as well as outreach, it's simple and integrated across multiple channels. Calendar is very easy to use for internal meeting management and the ability to add, or copy invites to calendars are frequently used. It's also our primary PTO tracking, and scheduling measure. Google Meet is largely our most used feature (outside of Drive Storage) because it's very easy to use and share across all of our departments. With the ability to add the invite meeting to the calendar invite very easily, we have very little issues with meeting with any internal or external partners. The ability to alter calendars based on timezone is helpful to navigate across multiple markets we service. Overall, as many companies evaluate software, for our organization, Google Workspace is a requirement.

Pros:

Google Workspace is incredibly efficient for our team to collaborate, save data, and navigate our stored documents, procedures, lists and all of the important features that we need to effectively run the organisation. We are frequent users of Mail, Drive, Calendar, Meet, and Chat to improve our experience and communication.

Cons:

Google Chat is outperformed by other third party tools for internal communication, as well as limited at least from our experience, in inviting third party collaborators to chat directly with teams on Chat.

Willy Lapse
Willy Lapse
CEO in Germany
Verified LinkedIn User
Writing & Editing, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Google Workspace is largely positive, especially for productivity and collaboration.

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: Overall, Google Workspace is an excellent platform for everyday business productivity, communication, and collaboration. It shines particularly in team environments, where real-time interaction and file-sharing are crucial.

Pros:

Google Workspace, the ability for multiple users to edit Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides simultaneously with real-time updates is incredibly efficient. It removes version control issues and encourages teamwork.

Cons:

Feature Limitations in Google Docs and Sheets: Although Docs and Sheets are great for collaboration, they sometimes lack advanced Microsoft Word or Excel features. Complex formatting, advanced data analysis tools, and more intricate design elements are more challenging to execute in Google’s simpler interfaces.

Františe
IT Tester Analyst in Czechia
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Honest google workspace review

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: I must say, google workspace is great, the connection between all google apps, makes it really nice, and because there is lot of apps, we don’t have to use many external apps or services. Google services are known by pretty much everybody, so I did not have to learn anything new. I dont like the google chat app. But thats pretty much the only downside.

Pros:

Lots of features, its pretty much an ecosystem than workspace, thats really great. The connection between gmail, docs, sheets, meet, etc is great. All in one place. Sheets, gmail, calendar, meet, those are all very good apps.

Cons:

I dont like google chat app that much in google workspace, slack offers more functionalities. Like schedules messages (gmail has this functionality tho), custom emojis; etc. Also web/pc version supports some functionalities which mobile app doesn’t.

Shreyash
Web Developer in India
Computer Software, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Overall Experience with Google Workspace

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: My overall experience with Google Workspace has been mostly positive. It’s become an essential part of my daily routine, allowing my team and me to collaborate seamlessly. The ability to edit documents in real time has really changed the way we work together. However, I’ve faced some hiccups, especially with internet dependency and occasionally complex permission settings. Still, the convenience of having everything in one place—email, calendar, and files—keeps us organized. It’s not perfect, but it’s made remote work much more manageable and has helped foster a sense of connection within our team. I genuinely appreciate the flexibility it offers!

Pros:

Google Workspace has transformed the way my team collaborates. Its seamless integration of tools like Google Docs, Sheets, and Meet makes real-time collaboration effortless, allowing us to work together no matter where we are. The user-friendly interface feels intuitive, even for those less tech-savvy. Plus, the cloud storage means we never have to worry about losing important files. I appreciate the versatility in communication—whether it’s a quick chat or a video call, everything is in one place. Overall, Google Workspace has boosted our productivity and fostered a more connected team environment, making work not just easier, but more enjoyable!

Cons:

While Google Workspace offers many benefits, there are a few drawbacks I've encountered. For starters, the reliance on a stable internet connection can be frustrating; when connectivity dips, our productivity takes a hit. I also find that some advanced features in apps like Sheets and Docs don’t match up to those in traditional software, which can limit our work. Additionally, managing permissions and sharing settings can get a bit tricky, leading to accidental access issues. Lastly, while the integration is great, it sometimes feels overwhelming with all the apps available. Overall, it’s a solid tool, but it’s not without its quirks!

Pradeep
Assistant Professor in India
Higher Education Software, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

All your work tools at same place

4.0 3 months ago

Comments: I like the facilitation Google workspace provides me by putting together all the necessary tools, which I need to use on a daily basis, at the same place. This saves ample amount of time and makes me more productive.

Pros:

I like the thing that I am still a part of the same ecosystem when I switch from document processing to spreadsheet work or Jamboard or email.

Cons:

Sometimes it becomes a little dull and boring to see the same features as a common elements across the different tools.

James
Outreach Coordinator in US
Human Resources Software, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

communication and workplace synergy

5.0 3 months ago

Comments: I really enjoy it! Our organization is using more and more Google programs which has really helped our communication and productivity. We have people working in many locations so being able to get information out rapidly to a broad web of people and over several platforms is instrumental to how we currently function.

Pros:

If you take advantage of other google apps in your organization (docs, meet, calendar etc.) they all communicate with one another but more importantly, they communicate with other team members. The ability to share information across devices and workspaces in invaluable.

Cons:

There is a bit of a learning curve coming from other apps. Because information sharing is so easy throughout the workplace (including file deletion), the need for a moderator of some kind might be necessary.

Keri
Operations in US
Professional Training & Coaching, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great for collaboration in remote teams

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Fantastic. I'd quickly recommend and/or use Google Workspace in other settings.

Pros:

I love all the google products and how easy it is to share between users and/or devices. It's great to have a hub where I can control business email/users, domains, etc., and the collaboration options are fantastic. I've used google workspace and its tools with remote teams and love it.

Cons:

Google is so big that it gets a bit bloated. It isn't a dealbreaker, but sometimes I have to click for a while to find a setting or option I don't use often.

Anthony
Systems Administrator in US
Education Management, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Google Workspace is the only space you need to work

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: There is an initial steep learning curve, but like anything else, practice makes progress. You will eventually get it down and everything becomes a lot more clear and easy to manage. Google has a ton of detailed but succinct documentation available online that walks you through everything step by step. If this is not enough to help you, Google Admin's built in customer support is always available and very helpful. Whenever I have had to reach out to them, I'm usually being helped by a support agent within 5 minutes either via live chat or on the phone. They always resolve my issues and are very good about reaching back out to you if necessary or if communication get interrupted. Google Workspace is a tool I use every single day at work.

Pros:

I really love how Google workspace has an application solution for everything. Google Docs, sheets, slides, etc. They have everything from email with Gmail, remote video teleconferencing with Google Meet, or endless cloud storage with Google Drive, they really have everything and do it well.

Cons:

The GUI or user interface with Google Admin and Google Workspace can be a little daunting at first. There are so many sections and submenus, you won't turn every dial to accomplish what you need, but they definitely have a knob for everything.