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Microsoft 365 Business License Comparison
Microsoft 365 Business licenses provide productivity, security, and collaboration solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. When choosing between Basic, Standard, Apps for Business, and Business Premium packages, it is important to consider not only Office applications, but also data security, device management, and regulatory compliance.
Distinctive Solutions for Microsoft 365 Business
Advanced Security
Provides enterprise-grade security solutions that prevent threats and safeguard your data.
Device Management
Enables centralized monitoring, management, and protection of all devices.
Identity Protection
Includes solutions that control user access and block unauthorized logins.
Data Compliance
Offers tools for data management and protection in line with regulatory requirements.
Microsoft 365 Business Core License Comparison
Compare the applications, security, email, and management features offered by Business plans to determine the most suitable option for your organization.
Basic
❌ Desktop Office Applications
✅ Business Email (Exchange)
✅ 1 TB OneDrive
✅ Microsoft Teams
✅ SharePoint / Planner
❌ Advanced Security
❌ Device Management (Intune)
❌ Advanced Identity Management
❌ Microsoft Defender for Business
Apps for Business
✅ Desktop Office Applications
❌ Business Email (Exchange)
✅ 1 TB OneDrive
❌ Microsoft Teams
❌ SharePoint / Planner
❌ Advanced Security
❌ Device Management (Intune)
❌ Advanced Identity Management
❌ Microsoft Defender for Business
Standard
✅ Desktop Office Applications
✅ Business Email (Exchange)
✅ 1 TB OneDrive
✅ Microsoft Teams
✅ SharePoint / Planner
❌ Advanced Security
❌ Device Management (Intune)
❌ Advanced Identity Management
❌ Microsoft Defender for Business
Business Premium
✅ Desktop Office Applications
✅ Business Email (Exchange)
✅ 1 TB OneDrive
✅ Microsoft Teams
✅ SharePoint / Planner
✅ Advanced Security
✅ Device Management (Intune)
✅ Advanced Identity Management
✅ Microsoft Defender for Business
Security and Management Solutions
Device Management Microsoft Intune
What does it do?
- Remotely manages company computers, tablets, and mobile devices.
- Application deployment, security policies, and device configurations are managed from a single console.
- Corporate data on lost or stolen devices can be wiped remotely.
Why is it important?
- In hybrid work environments, device security is critical for protecting company data.
- Even in BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) models, data remains secure.
- Allows IT teams to resolve issues without physical intervention.
Security and Management Solutions
Advanced Identity and Access Management Microsoft Entra ID
What does it do?
- Controls where, on which devices, and under what conditions users can log in through Conditional Access.
- Reduces IT workload with self service password reset (SSPR).
- Simplifies administration with group based license assignment.
Why is it important?
- Identity is the weakest link in cyberattacks. MFA alone is not enough. Risks are minimized with Conditional Access policies.
- Unauthorized access attempts are proactively blocked.
Security and Management Solutions
Endpoint Security Defender for Business
- Protects devices against ransomware, malware, and zero day attacks.
- Automatically detects and responds to threats.
- Provides IT teams with visibility into attacks through security reports.
- Ransomware also targets SMBs, and many companies cannot recover after an attack.
- Automated response features reduce reaction time to just seconds.
Security and Management Solutions
Regulatory Compliance and Data Protection
- Prevents sensitive data such as ID numbers and credit card details from being exposed with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies.
- Classifies and encrypts emails and documents with sensitivity labels.
- Ensures compliance with KVKK and GDPR requirements through the Compliance Center.
- Prevents heavy fines and reputational damage.
- Builds customer trust and encourages a company wide culture of data security.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Microsoft 365 Business plans?
Basic, Standard, Premium, and Apps for Business differ in terms of applications, security, email, and device management. The Premium plan includes advanced security and management tools.
Do all plans include desktop Office applications?
No. Desktop Office apps are included in Apps for Business, Standard, and Premium. The Basic plan offers only web and mobile versions.
Which plans include email (Exchange Online)?
Basic, Standard, and Premium plans include Exchange Online with a 50 GB mailbox. Apps for Business does not include email service.
Which plan offers advanced security features?
Only the Business Premium plan includes advanced tools such as Microsoft Intune, Azure AD Premium P1, and Microsoft Defender for Business.
Which plan is most popular among small businesses?
Can I switch between plans?
Is Microsoft Teams included in all plans?
Teams is included in Basic, Standard, and Premium plans, but not in Apps for Business. In regions where “No Teams” licenses apply, Teams is excluded and requires a separate license.
Who is the Apps for Business plan suitable for?
What determines plan pricing?
Which plan supports device management?
Only the Business Premium plan allows centralized device management and policy enforcement with Microsoft Intune.