The Astronaut's Review
Expert analysis by The Software Astronaut
Astronaut's Score
The Verdict
Microsoft 365 Business Basic offers a set of features for small and medium-sized businesses, providing a comprehensive productivity suite with strong security and compliance features. It is priced at $5 per user per month for the 'Microsoft 365 Business Basic' plan for up to 5 users.
Our Take
The 14-day free trial allows users to thoroughly evaluate the suite's capabilities before committing, and its cross-device access is a significant advantage. However, its lack of SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications may be a limitation for businesses requiring more rigorous security measures.
Best For
- small and medium-sized businesses needing a basic productivity suite with strong security features
Consider Alternatives If
- Lack of SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications
- Higher cost compared to some alternatives
Rating Breakdown
In-Depth Analysis
Overview
Microsoft 365 Business Basic offers a set of productivity tools and robust security features, making it a good choice for small and medium-sized businesses. However, its lack of SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications may limit its appeal to businesses requiring more rigorous security measures.
Ease of Use
Key Strengths
- Comprehensive set of productivity tools
- Strong security and compliance features
- Cross-device access via web and mobile apps
Limitations to Consider
- Lack of SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications
- Higher cost compared to some alternatives
Pricing Analysis
The pricing of Microsoft 365 Business Basic is reasonable for its features, with a 14-day free trial providing ample time to evaluate the suite before committing to a paid plan. However, the cost may be higher for businesses requiring more advanced features or more robust security measures.
Final Thoughts
Microsoft 365 Business Basic is a good choice for small and medium-sized businesses needing a basic productivity suite with strong security features. However, businesses requiring more rigorous security measures may want to consider alternatives with SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications.
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Popular Integrations
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About Microsoft 365 Business Basic
Microsoft 365 Business Basic is a cloud-based productivity suite designed for small and medium-sized businesses.
Key Features
Feature Availability
| Feature | Microsoft 365 Business Basic |
|---|---|
Cloud-Based Accessible from any device with internet | |
Mobile App Native mobile applications available | Partial |
API Access Programmatic access for integrations | Partial |
Free Trial Try before you buy | |
Free Tier Permanently free plan available | |
24/7 Support Round-the-clock customer assistance | Partial |
SSO/SAML Enterprise single sign-on | Partial |
Data Export Export your data anytime | |
Integrations Connect with other tools | |
Custom Branding White-label capabilities | Partial |
Pricing Overview
Microsoft 365 Business Basic is a subscription-based service. Pricing varies based on the number of users and the specific features included. For example, the 'Microsoft 365 Business Basic' plan for up to 5 users starts at $5 per user per month. Discounts are available for non-profit organizations and educational institutions.
Integration & API
- API Supported
- Yes
- API Auth Methods
- Not specified
- API Protocols
- Webhooks
- Native Integrations
- Microsoft 365 other products
- Marketplace
- Not specified
- Zapier
- Yes
Security & Compliance
- Certifications
- Not specified
- Encryption
- Not specified
- Compliance
- GDPR
- Uptime SLA
- Not specified
User Management
- Custom Profiles
- Not specified
- SSO Providers
- SSO
- Data Encryption
- SSL/TLSAES-256 at rest
- MFA Supported
- Yes
Customization
- Custom Objects
- Not specified
- Custom Fields
- Yes
- Custom Workflows
- Yes
- Custom Reports
- Yes
- Custom Branding
- No
- Coding Capability
- Not specified
Mobile
- Mobile App
- Yes
- Platforms
- iOSAndroid
- Mobile Pricing
- Not specified
Delivery & Infrastructure
- Deployment Type
- Cloud
- Browsers
- Not specified
- Data Centers
- Not specified
- Languages
- Not specified
Pricing & Licensing
- Contract Duration
- Not specified
- License Mix
- Yes
- Trial Days
- 14 days
- Currency
- Not specified
Support
- Channels
- customer support
- Hours
- Not specified
- Dedicated Manager
- No
- Training
- Yes
Get Started
Pricing
Microsoft 365 Business Basic is a subscription-based service. Pricing varies based on the number of users and the specific features included. For example, the 'Microsoft 365 Business Basic' plan for up to 5 users starts at $5 per user per month. Discounts are available for non-profit organizations and educational institutions.
Vendor
Microsoft
Category
Office Suites
Status
Listed Software