Box vs Hightail
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of 11 Best Cloud Storage for Business 2026 (Ranked by Security & Value) and The 11 Best Document Management Software (2026). Last verified June 8, 2026.
The short answer
Box ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #7) for Small business owners and IT managers choosing business cloud storage (Dropbox vs Box vs Google Drive Business) / Business owners and IT managers choosing document management and DMS software (DocuWare vs M-Files vs SharePoint vs Box). A security-first platform with granular controls and workflow automation for enterprises.
At a glance
| Box | Hightail | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / 11 Best Cloud Storage for Business 2026 (Ranked by Security & Value) | #7 / The 11 Best Document Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Best for enterprise security & workflow | Large file sharing & creative review |
| Pricing | $$$ ($15 to $35/user/mo) | $$ ($12 to $36/user/mo) |
| HQ | Redwood City, USA | Campbell, CA, USA |
| Founded | 2005 | 2004 |
Box
A security-first platform with granular controls and workflow automation for enterprises.
www.box.com/businessSee full entry in 11 Best Cloud Storage for Business 2026 (Ranked by Security & Value)
Hightail
Excels at large file transfer and visual feedback for creative and marketing teams.
www.hightail.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Document Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.