Office 365 Plans
Office 365 Business plans are suitable for businesses that have less than 300 users. There are three business plans: Office 365 Business Essentials, Office 365 Business, Office 365 Business Premium. They have been now renamed as Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Microsoft 365 Apps for business, and Microsoft 365 Business Standard respectively.
If you don’t need Microsoft Office applications, go with the most basic plan – Office 365 Business Essentials (now called as Microsoft 365 Business Basic). This plan is priced at only $6 user/month. At $8.25 user/month, Office 365 Business (now called as Microsoft 365 Apps for business) is a standard plan includes Microsoft Office applications along with OneDrive for Business. In addition to all the features of the above plans, Office 365 Business Premium (now called as Microsoft 365 Business Standard) has more advanced features priced at $12.50 user/month.
Office 365 | Microsoft 365 | Microsoft 365 | Microsoft 365 Business Premium (no Teams)(formerly Microsoft 365 | Microsoft 365 | |
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| $4.75 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $10.25 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $19.75 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $8.30 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | ||
| Office applications included |
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| Services included |    |    |      |  | |
| Support & Deployment | |||||
| Maximum number of users | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| 24/7 Support for end users via phone, chat, and email | |||||
| 99.9% uptime guarantee | |||||
| Licensed for commercial use | |||||
| Desktop versions of Office apps for PC & Mac | |||||
| Latest desktop versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint for Windows or Mac (plus Access and Publisher for PC only) | |||||
| Access to the document simultaneously by all users in real-time | |||||
| Available on 5 phones, 5 tablets, 5 PC/Macs per user | |||||
| Web & mobile versions of Office apps | |||||
| Word Online, Excel Online and PowerPoint Online | |||||
| Latest desktop versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint for iOS, Android devices (upto 5 phones and 5 tablets) | |||||
| Access to the document simultaneously by all users in real-time | |||||
| Email & calendaring | |||||
| 50 GB mailbox for email hosting with custom email domain address | |||||
| Microsoft Exchange – Business-class emails – Desktop and mobile versions | |||||
| Schedule meetings and respond to invitations with ease using shared calendars | |||||
| Set up new user emails, restore deleted accounts, and more from anywhere | |||||
| File storage & sharing | |||||
| 1 TB OneDrive for Business file storage and sharing | |||||
| Get OneDrive for Business and SharePoint synchronized across all devices for every work file saved |  OneDrive only | ||||
| File sharing with people outside your organization | |||||
| Control of permission and access rights for file sharing | |||||
| Access and sync files on PC or Mac and mobile devices | |||||
| Security & compliance | |||||
| Exchange Online Protection – from spam, malware, and other threats | |||||
| Over 1,000 security and privacy controls meeting all globally accepted standards | |||||
| Custom permission for accessing crucial business information | |||||
| Password policy creation | |||||
| Tools to build & manage your business | |||||
| Microsoft Bookings to schedule and manage appointments | |||||
| Microsoft Invoicing to send invoices from anywhere | |||||
| $4.75 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $10.25 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $19.75 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $8.30 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | ||
Office 365 | Microsoft 365 | Microsoft 365 | Microsoft 365 Business Premium(formerly Microsoft 365 | |
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| $6.00 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $12.50 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $22.00 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | ||
| Office applications included |
(Web Access Only) |      |       | |
| Services included |     |     |       | |
| Support & Deployment | ||||
| Maximum number of users | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| 24/7 Support for end users via phone, chat, and email | ||||
| 99.9% uptime guarantee | ||||
| Licensed for commercial use | ||||
| Desktop versions of Office apps for PC & Mac | ||||
| Latest desktop versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint for Windows or Mac (plus Access and Publisher for PC only) | ||||
| Access to the document simultaneously by all users in real-time | ||||
| Available on 5 phones, 5 tablets, 5 PC/Macs per user | ||||
| Web & mobile versions of Office apps | ||||
| Word Online, Excel Online and PowerPoint Online | ||||
| Latest desktop versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint for iOS, Android devices (upto 5 phones and 5 tablets) | ||||
| Access to the document simultaneously by all users in real-time | ||||
| Teamwork & communication | ||||
| Online meetings and video conferencing up to 250 people with Microsoft Teams | ||||
| Microsoft Teams – Desktop and mobile versions | ||||
| Hub for connecting people to Microsoft Teams | ||||
| SharePoint for team sites and intranet | ||||
| Email & calendaring | ||||
| 50 GB mailbox for email hosting with custom email domain address | ||||
| Microsoft Exchange – Business-class emails – Desktop and mobile versions | ||||
| Schedule meetings and respond to invitations with ease using shared calendars | ||||
| Set up new user emails, restore deleted accounts, and more from anywhere | ||||
| File storage & sharing | ||||
| 1 TB OneDrive for Business file storage and sharing | ||||
| Get OneDrive for Business and SharePoint synchronized across all devices for every work file saved | ||||
| File sharing with people outside your organization | ||||
| Control of permission and access rights for file sharing | ||||
| Access and sync files on PC or Mac and mobile devices | ||||
| Security & compliance | ||||
| Exchange Online Protection – from spam, malware, and other threats | ||||
| Over 1,000 security and privacy controls meeting all globally accepted standards | ||||
| Custom permission for accessing crucial business information | ||||
| Password policy creation | ||||
| Tools to build & manage your business | ||||
| Microsoft Teams to plan schedules and daily tasks | ||||
| Microsoft Bookings to schedule and manage appointments | ||||
| Microsoft Invoicing to send invoices from anywhere | ||||
| $6.00 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $12.50 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | $22.00 user/month Based on Annual Commitment Buy Now | ||
Office 365 Business Plans Overview
Microsoft offers three core Office 365 business plans: Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Microsoft 365 Apps for business, and Microsoft 365 Business Standard (formerly known as Office 365 Business Essentials, Office 365 Business, and Office 365 Business Premium). These Microsoft 365 for business plans are designed for organizations with up to 300 users.
All Microsoft Office 365 business plans come with business-class email with a 50 GB mailbox, 1 TB of OneDrive for Business storage per user, and access to Microsoft’s core productivity tools. Each plan includes a 99.9% uptime guarantee, automatic updates, free migration assistance, 24/7 end-user support, and commercial licensing.
The plans differ in included applications and features:
- Business Basic ($6/user/month) includes web and mobile versions of Office apps, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Exchange.
- Apps for business ($8.25/user/month) offers full desktop versions of Office apps and OneDrive but does not include Teams or Exchange.
- Business Standard ($12.50/user/month) combines everything: desktop apps, Teams, SharePoint, Exchange, and more advanced features.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium is a strong alternative to consider. These 365 business plans are ideal for businesses looking for cost-effective solutions with reliable tools and enterprise-grade security. Compare Microsoft 365 pricing to find the Office 365 business plan that best fits your needs.
For organizations with more than 300 users or more advanced IT and compliance needs, exploring the Microsoft 365 Enterprise plans may be a better fit.
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Office 365 for Business Plans: Which One Should You Choose?
Selecting the right Microsoft 365 business plan depends on your organization’s size, budget, and day-to-day operational needs. These Microsoft Office 365 business plans are ideal for companies with up to 300 users. Here’s how to decide which plan works best:
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Microsoft 365 Business Basic: Choose this plan if you need essential cloud services and access to web and mobile Office apps at the lowest Office 365 cost. It’s a great entry-level option for email, file sharing, and collaboration.
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Microsoft 365 Apps for Business: Ideal for users who require full desktop versions of Office applications like Word, Excel, and Outlook, but don’t need Microsoft Teams, Exchange, or other collaboration tools.
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Microsoft 365 Business Standard: Offers a balanced solution with desktop apps and advanced collaboration features, including Teams, SharePoint, and Exchange. Suitable for businesses looking for more than just the basics.
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Microsoft 365 Business Premium: Best suited for organizations that need advanced security, device management, and compliance features. This is the most feature-rich Office 365 business plan for small to mid-sized businesses.
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Plans with or without Microsoft Teams: Some Office 365 for business plans come with the flexibility to include or exclude Teams based on your organization’s communication and meeting needs.
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Key Considerations: Evaluate your needs around storage, email, and collaboration. Each 365 business plan includes varying levels of OneDrive storage, Exchange email, and SharePoint access.
Microsoft 365 vs Office 365: What’s the Difference?
Understanding the difference between Microsoft 365 and Office 365 is key to selecting the right solution for your business needs.
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Office 365 focuses on cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. It’s ideal for businesses that only need essential productivity apps and services without the need for OS or advanced security tools.
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Microsoft 365 includes everything in Office 365 plans, plus Windows 10/11 Enterprise, advanced security, and device management features. This all-in-one subscription is better suited for organizations that require comprehensive endpoint protection, compliance capabilities, and centralized management.
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Choosing the Right Option If your business only requires productivity and collaboration tools, Office 365 business plans may offer the best value. However, if your needs extend to security and OS-level management, Microsoft 365 business plans provide greater long-term value despite a higher office 365 cost.
Both suites are available as business and enterprise plans, with various configurations to meet different organizational sizes and security requirements. Comparing Microsoft 365 pricing and o365 business plans side-by-side helps identify the most cost-effective and functional solution.
FAQ - Your questions? We got answers!
How exactly will Apps4Rent help me with these plans?
As your Cloud Solution Provider for Office 365, we will provide free migration and 24 x 7 x 365 support to end-users for issues that take up your time, e.g., configuring email accounts, password resets, setting up aliases and contacts, creating groups, configuring Skype, synchronizing OneDrive, exploring search features, and optimizing browser settings. We will also help you with installing and configuring Office 2016 on your devices and handling DNS records.
What Office versions are compatible with Office 365 Business Essentials?
Office 365 Business Essentials is most compatible with the latest version of Office, Office 2013, and Office 2011 for Mac. Previous versions of Office, such as Office 2010 and Office 2007, may work with Office 365 but with reduced functionality.
What is the difference between Office 365 and Microsoft 365?
Microsoft 365 is a bundle of services including Office 365, comprising of Microsoft services including Windows 10 Enterprise. Office 365 is a cloud-based productivity suite which is a bundle of popular Microsoft apps.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE MICROSOFT 365 PACKAGE?
Microsoft 365 includes Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), 1 TB OneDrive storage, Exchange email, Teams, SharePoint, security tools, and automatic updates—along with 24/7 support and free migration.
Is it possible to use my own domain name for the emails in Office 365?
Yes, you can add the domain name you own to your Office 365 account and set up your domain-based email addresses. You can even add multiple domains and sub-domains to Office 365 and host any of the services, including email, on any of the domains that you add. You must own a domain name and as an admin, you will have to make some changes on the DNS records of your domain – we will guide you for this.
Is a desktop version of Office required to use Office 365 Business Essentials?
No. You do not need to have a desktop version of Office to use Office 365 Business Essentials. However, you will have a richer experience and also be able to work offline when you connect a desktop version of Office to the Office 365 services and get it in sync.
DO I HAVE TO PAY FOR MICROSOFT 365 ANNUALLY?
No. You can choose between monthly or annual billing. Annual plans offer better Microsoft 365 pricing, but monthly options give more flexibility with no long-term commitment. 2019.
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