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Head-to-head · Unified Workspaces Software

Google Workspace vs EGroupware

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Google Workspace #1 in Unified Workspaces Software 5.0/10 From $7/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Workspace
Higher score EGroupware #5 in Unified Workspaces Software 6.0/10 Free plan · paid from €21.90/mo · 30-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit EGroupware

Google Workspace leads on 0 checks, EGroupware on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreEGroupware · 6.0/10
  • Free planonly EGroupware

EGroupware scores higher on our rubric for unified workspaces software: 6.0 against 5.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #1.

EGroupware offers free plan; Google Workspace doesn't.

Google Workspace is the better fit for organizations wanting a mature all-in-one suite. EGroupware is the better fit for organizations seeking open-source groupware breadth.

  • Google Workspace fits best

    Organizations wanting a mature all-in-one suite

  • EGroupware fits best

    Organizations seeking open-source groupware breadth

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Side by side

Feature Google Workspace 5.0/10 Visit ↗ EGroupware 6.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 5.0 6.0
Ranking #1 in Unified Workspaces Software #5 in Unified Workspaces Software
Best for Organizations wanting a mature all-in-one suite Organizations seeking open-source groupware breadth
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $7/user/mo Not published
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Free trial length 14 days 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted, Browser extension
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Linux, Windows, macOS
Support Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML GDPR, 2FA
Integrations 8 integrations 10 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Google Workspace 0/3 · EGroupware 0/3
Knowledge management Not published Not published
Task management Not published Not published
Mobile apps Not published Not published
Specs
Workspace customization Not published Not published
Communication tools Not published Not published
Listed integrations Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and Chat in one suite
  • Web, iOS, Android, APIs, migration tools, and many third-party integrations
  • Business Plus adds 5 TB pooled storage, endpoint management, and enhanced support
  • Combines calendars, email, files, projects, CRM, and ticketing.
  • Supports self-hosting as well as cloud deployment.
  • Connects through CalDAV, ActiveSync, and Outlook synchronizer.
Cons
  • No free plan; access starts with paid subscriptions after a 14-day trial
  • Business Starter provides 30 GB pooled storage per user, not a mailbox quota
  • IMAP and POP access require administrator enablement
  • Community Edition is described as having basic functionality.
  • eCloud plans require a minimum of 2 concurrent users.
  • Displayed package prices exclude VAT and may not show the full charge.
Our verdict

Google Workspace brings together custom-domain Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, Chat, administrative controls, and additional services in a cloud and mobile suite. It fits businesses, schools, and organizations that want…

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EGroupware brings shared calendars, contacts, tasks, projects, email, file management, CRM, ticketing, workflows, chat, video meetings, and online document editing into one groupware platform. It is aimed at businesses, public…

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  1. Google WorkspaceUnified Workspaces Software 5.0From $7/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial
  2. EGroupwareUnified Workspaces Software 6.0Free plan · paid from €21.90/mo · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Google Workspace — where it wins

    • Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and Chat in one suite
    • Web, iOS, Android, APIs, migration tools, and many third-party integrations
    • Business Plus adds 5 TB pooled storage, endpoint management, and enhanced support

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; access starts with paid subscriptions after a 14-day trial
    • Business Starter provides 30 GB pooled storage per user, not a mailbox quota
    • IMAP and POP access require administrator enablement

  • EGroupware — where it wins

    • Combines calendars, email, files, projects, CRM, and ticketing.
    • Supports self-hosting as well as cloud deployment.
    • Connects through CalDAV, ActiveSync, and Outlook synchronizer.

    Where it doesn't

    • Community Edition is described as having basic functionality.
    • eCloud plans require a minimum of 2 concurrent users.
    • Displayed package prices exclude VAT and may not show the full charge.
  • Google Workspace5.0/10 · From $7/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial

    A broad cloud workspace uniting email, office apps, storage, meetings, chat, and administration.

    Visit WorkspaceFull verdict →
  • EGroupware6.0/10 · Free plan · paid from €21.90/mo · 30-day trial

    A broad workspace for organizations that want cloud hosting or self-hosting.

    Visit EGroupwareFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026