Google Workspace vs EGroupware

Google Workspace9.4Visit EGroupware8.8Visit

Higher score Google Workspace #1 in Unified Workspaces Software 9.4/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Workspace

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EGroupware #5 in Unified Workspaces Software 8.8/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit EGroupware

• 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 9.4/10 Visit ↗	EGroupware 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.4	8.8
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	€21.90/mo
Free plan	—	✓ (best)
Free trial	14 days	30 days
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 checked yet	Not checked yet
Task management	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Mobile apps	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
Workspace customization	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Communication tools	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Listed integrations	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
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… Read the review →	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… Read the review →

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 Workspace9.4/10 · 14-day trial

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

  Visit WorkspaceFull verdict →
• EGroupware8.8/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

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

  Visit EGroupwareFull verdict →