The question SMEs ask most often: "Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Zoho One — which one?" All three have their own advantages; the decision depends on the business model.
01. Scope Comparison
The scope difference:
- Microsoft 365: Office + Teams + SharePoint
- Google Workspace: Gmail + Docs + Drive + Meet
- Zoho One: 50+ apps (including CRM, accounting, HR)
02. Price
Per person per month:
- Microsoft 365 Business Standard: $12.50
- Google Workspace Business Standard: $12
- Zoho One: $45
03. But When Comparing...
Zoho One's $45 includes CRM, accounting and HR. To reach the same function with Microsoft/Google, adding Salesforce ($150+), QuickBooks ($30) and BambooHR ($60+) totals $250+/user.
04. Ecosystem
Microsoft: enterprise depth, the richest ecosystem. Google: modern web-based collaboration. Zoho: everything in one hand, integrated.
05. Decision
A short guide:
- Large enterprise: Microsoft 365
- Modern startup, collaboration-heavy: Google
- SME, all business apps: Zoho
- Mixed scenarios: a Microsoft + Zoho hybrid is common