The fundamental distinctions between the various Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) SKUs should be understood whether you’re wanting to upgrade, downgrade, renew, or simply examine your options. For this reason, Onsite Helper created a list of the key distinctions between Google Workspace Business and Enterprise editions.
First off, it’s crucial to remember that Google Workspace Business editions are only available to organizations with fewer than 300 users. It’s easy to see why these might be attractive options if you’re planning on upgrading from an earlier version; however, there are some important distinctions between them which we will explore next! In light of this, let’s begin the comparison.

Google Workspace Business Starter
Customer Features
- per-user storage of 30GB
- access to essential collaborative tools (Gmail, Meet, Calendar, Docs, Drive, Chat)
- unique @domain
Admin Functions
- to manage accounts, use the central admin console
- ability to monitor usage patterns as well as trends
Google Workspace Business Standard
Includes every feature of Business Starter as well as…
Customer Features
- 2 TB in total data storage (pooled)
- Shared Drives
- Meeting recordings, transcripts, surveys, as well as Q&As
- up to 150 attendees at the Google Meet
- CloudSearch
- Custom Templates for Drive Documents
- Google Cloud Search
- Work along with external users
Admin Functions
- Logs for Advanced Drive Audits
- Domain restrictions/whitelisting for Drives (incl. Shared Drives)
- Endpoint management
Google Workspace Business Plus
Includes every element of the Business Standard as well as…
Customer Features
- 5 TB of combined data
- 250 maximum Meet attendees
Admin Functions
- Windows Device Management
- Google Vault
- Rules for session length
- report on Meet attendance
- able to obtain Archived User licenses
- Advanced Mobile Device Management Toolset
- Connect LDAP-based apps as well as services using secure LDAP.
Google Workspace Enterprise Essentials
Customer Features
- 1 TB of storage per person
- Access to Chat, Meet, Docs, Drive, Sites, however, Gmail is excluded.
Admin Functions
- ability to monitor use patterns
- Central Admin Console
- Google Vault
- Security Alert Center
Google Workspace Enterprise Standard
Every functionality of Business Plus as well as Enterprise Essentials, and more…
Customer Features
- 2TB data per user (pooled), with the option to buy extra if necessary
Admin Functions
- DLP Guidelines
- Unlimited SAML app auto-provisioning
- Data Protection for iOS
- Content-aware access
- Remotely delete or wipe devices
Google Workspace Enterprise Plus
Every feature of Enterprise Standard, plus…
Customer Features
- 5TB data per user (pooled), with the option to buy extra if necessary
Admin Functions
- Protection Dashboard
- Analytical Instrument
- encryption on the client-side
- S/MIME email encryption
- detection of malware in email attachments (Security sandbox)
- Core AppSheet (available as a paid add-on for other editions)
Google Workspace pricing options
One of these editions piqued your interest, right?
You’ll get the most out of Google Workspace with the aid of Onsite Helper, a Google Partner in Melbourne, Australia, without paying any additional license fees. Your business will enjoy these benefits from working with Onsite Helper:
- Fast, thorough assistance
- Quick and save data migration services
- Special savings for qualified groups
- plus more!
Looking for a Google Workspace plan that best suits your business? Talk to a Google Partner representative from Onsite Helper by clicking here.
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