Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace: Which Is Right for Your Small Business?

If you’re still running email through your internet provider or a free Gmail account, it’s time to upgrade. Both Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace are solid choices for small businesses — but they’re not the same. Here’s how to think about it.

Microsoft 365 — Better If:

• Your team already lives in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• You need full desktop Office apps (not just web versions)
• You work with clients or vendors who use Microsoft products heavily
• You want Teams for communication and video calls
• You’re in an industry with compliance requirements

Google Workspace — Better If:

• Your team is comfortable in a browser and on mobile
• Collaboration is the priority (Google Docs real-time editing is still smoother)
• You want the simplest possible setup with minimal IT overhead
• You’re price-sensitive (starts cheaper than M365)

What Both Give You

• Professional email at your domain (you@yourcompany.com)
• Video conferencing
• Cloud storage
• Calendar and contacts sync across devices
• Mobile apps

The Migration Question

Switching from one to the other (or from nothing to either) takes planning. You don’t want to lose email or have a day where nothing works. Digitech815 handles M365 and Google Workspace migrations — we move your existing email, set up accounts, and make sure everyone’s connected before we flip the switch.

Call 708-596-2990 or email info@digitech815.com to talk through which platform makes sense for your team.