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About

M-Files is a Context-First document management system that uses metadata-driven architecture, workflow automation, and AI to improve visibility, compliance, and efficiency. By organizing information based on what it is rather than where it resides, M-Files reduces manual handling, improves document reliability, and strengthens governance across industry-specific processes. M-Files is the only document management system native to Microsoft 365. This unified approach brings Microsoft collaboration, Copilot, and Purview governance directly to curated M-Files content, creating a secure, connected environment that protects Microsoft investments while improving productivity and policy-driven consistency.

About

Microsoft SharePoint is a secure, enterprise-grade collaboration and content management platform that connects teams, information, and workflows. With AI-powered Copilot and SharePoint agents, users can instantly generate pages, summarize content, and surface insights from within their sites. It enables seamless document management, version control, and real-time collaboration—both inside and outside your organization. Customizable templates and drag-and-drop tools make it easy to design visually engaging intranet sites and portals. SharePoint also provides robust security and compliance features, including access controls, data governance, and conditional policies. Integrated deeply into Microsoft 365, it helps businesses streamline communication, boost productivity, and accelerate their AI transformation.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

M-Files serves a variety of industries and business needs for mid-market to Enterprise global B2B companies. The M-Files platform is especially suitable for knowledge workers that need to quickly find, collaborate, and process a large number of documents every day.

Audience

Enterprises, IT leaders, and business teams seeking a secure, AI-powered content management and collaboration platform to streamline communication, automate workflows, and enhance knowledge sharing across their organization

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

€65/seat
Starting at €65/seat
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

$1.00/one-time/user
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.5 / 5
features 4.2 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.5 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.7 / 5
ease 4.6 / 5
features 4.4 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 4.6 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • I have been using M-Files for over 4 years now and I can say it is one of the best. First, I like that the interface is amazing and that it is easy to understand the many features. Secondly, I like that the tool is very secure. Thirdly, I like the ease of uploading, retrieving and sharing files.
  • There is a lot I like about M-Files. First, the tool is secure which is amazing. The tool comes with an intuitive User Interface. This software makes content collaboration seamless.
  • M-files is easy to deploy and comes with great security features. I like the ease of archiving, retrieving and sharing documents. Accessing files is easy. I like that there is both mobile and web version.
  • Easy to use, if you can use Google, you can use M-Files. The idea of using metadata instead of a file structure is very intelligent. Everything I need to know about my customers, their bills and emails are all in one place. No going to multiple programs/applications to get the full scope of their business.

Cons

  • With my great encounters using M-Files, I cannot think of any flaw. This software is more than great.
  • My only concern is that M-Files is not the most affordable. However, it works well.
  • The user interface is not the best. The vendor should improve on this.
  • Takes a little bit of time to re-think document management.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • It offers a robust ecosystem of third-party integrations that can extend its functionality and enhance its value. It has improved its user interface and ease of use over the years, making it easier to create, share, and access content across sites and devices. It provides a high level of security and compliance features such as version control, retention policies, records management, legal holds, electronic discovery, and auditing. It supports multiple document libraries, lists, calendars, wikis, blogs, forums, surveys, and other types of content that can be customized and organized according to the needs of each team or project. It enables real-time collaboration and co-authoring of documents with internal or external users, as well as commenting and voting capabilities. It allows users to create workflows and automate business processes using Power Automate or other tools. It has a powerful search engine that can help users find relevant content on sites and documents, as well as customizable search capabilities for advanced users.
  • Microsoft SharePoint has the strategic ways of making the sharing of information straightforward and simplistic. Microsoft SharePoint delivers suitable ways of scanning the authorized information users. It integrates with numerous systems that deals with information.
  • Microsoft SharePoint is a strong and reliable storage and sharing solution, where organization and other business needs are well determined. More so, Microsoft SharePoint has the compatibility with different social programs. The security of the stored files is high and systematic.
  • This tool is great and is one that I currently utilize for collaboration with one of the nonprofits we serve.
  • MS SharePoint is a great tool for project team collaboration. You can easily create a project team home page to store and share relevant documents, announcements, progress reports, and team information like contact list and organization charts.

Cons

  • It can be expensive and complex to implement, configure, customize, and manage, especially for large or distributed organizations. May require experts or consultants to ensure proper use and adoption. You may have some errors or crashes while creating or editing SharePoint pages or documents, such as the inability to change the number of columns or insert images. It does not have a desktop or app version that can be used offline or separate from the browser. It would be helpful to have a separate option with more features that align with Microsoft Office. It can be difficult to keep things organized within SharePoint, especially when there are multiple sites or libraries with similar or overlapping content. It would be helpful to have more options for filtering, tagging, or grouping sites or content.
  • Microsoft SharePoint has the value for every communications transaction, and useful mechanisms are well outlined to suit the business use. Further, Microsoft SharePoint is a resourceful platform in making changes.
  • Microsoft SharePoint offers efficient access sharing procedures, and there is proper follow u in all business needs. However, Microsoft SharePoint is pricey, and there is a challenge in new subscriber having the tool.
  • It is challenging to collaborate with external individuals.
  • Ironically, like most Microsoft tools, MS SharePoint keeps gaining functionality which is great, but then sometimes the basic things get more complicated because there are so many options. An example is that sometimes functionality that I use most often get buried into a "menu" or "layer" or something moves to another location unexpectedly...especially since as a SaaS solution the change can happen overnight.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

M-Files
Founded: 1989
United States
www.m-files.com

Company Information

Microsoft
Founded: 1975
United States
www.microsoft.com

Alternatives

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UnForm

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Nuxeo

Nuxeo

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Intelex

Intelex

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Axero

Axero

Axero Solutions
Igloo

Igloo

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Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365

Microsoft
Beyond Intranet

Beyond Intranet

Beyond Key

Categories

File Sharing Supported
IT Documentation Supported

Categories

Collaboration Supported
Corporate Wiki Supported
File Sharing Supported
Intranet Supported

File Sharing Features

Audit Trail Supported
Chat / Messaging Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Document Management Supported
Drag & Drop Supported
Electronic Signature Supported
Encryption Supported
File Synchronization Supported
Search Supported
User Management Supported
Version Control Supported
Workflow Management Supported

Document Management Features

Access Controls Supported
Archiving & Retention Supported
Collaboration Tools Supported
Compliance Tracking Supported
Document Archiving Supported
Document Assembly Not Supported
Document Capture Not Supported
Document Conversion Supported
Document Delivery Supported
Document Indexing Supported
Document Retention Supported
Electronic Signature Supported
Email Management Supported
File Recovery Supported
File Type Conversion Supported
Forms Management Not Supported
Full Text Search Supported
Offline Access Supported
Optical Character Recognition Supported
Print Management Not Supported
Version Control Supported

Collaboration Features

Brainstorming Not Supported
Calendar Management Supported
Chat / Messaging Supported
Contact Management Not Supported
Content Management Not Supported
Document Management Not Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Real Time Editing Supported
Task Management Not Supported
Version Control Not Supported
Video Conferencing Supported

Intranet Features

Activity / News Feed Not Supported
Blogs Not Supported
Calendar Management Not Supported
Content Management Not Supported
Discussions / Forums Not Supported
Employee Directory Not Supported
Knowledge Management Supported
Policy Management Not Supported
Search Not Supported
Wiki Not Supported

Integrations

Adobe Acrobat Sign Supported
Microsoft 365 Supported
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supported
Andera Not Supported
Capital ID Not Supported
Ctrl Hub Not Supported
DataParser Not Supported
Diplomat Managed File Transfer Not Supported
Enablix Not Supported
Falcony Not Supported
FileHold Not Supported
Fluency Not Supported
Gurucul Not Supported
LogMan.io Not Supported
Microsoft Foundry Agent Service Not Supported
ONLYOFFICE Docs Not Supported
RecordPoint Not Supported
SWOOP Analytics Not Supported
Toad Intelligence Central Not Supported
Visativ Chatbot Not Supported

Integrations

Adobe Acrobat Sign Supported
Microsoft 365 Supported
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supported
Andera Supported
Capital ID Supported
Ctrl Hub Supported
DataParser Supported
Diplomat Managed File Transfer Supported
Enablix Supported
Falcony Supported
FileHold Supported
Fluency Supported
Gurucul Supported
LogMan.io Supported
Microsoft Foundry Agent Service Supported
ONLYOFFICE Docs Supported
RecordPoint Supported
SWOOP Analytics Supported
Toad Intelligence Central Supported
Visativ Chatbot Supported
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