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Comparison

HANDOFF vs Dropbox

Choose the right tool for your needs: file storage and sync with Dropbox, or professional branded file delivery with HANDOFF.

Different Tools for Different Jobs

Dropbox excels at file storage and team sync. HANDOFF specializes in professional client file delivery.

HANDOFF Advantage

Professional Branding on All Plans

Custom logos, colors, and fonts on even the free plan. Dropbox requires expensive Business plans for basic branding, starting at $18/user/month.

HANDOFF Advantage

Client-Ready Presentation

Purpose-built delivery pages designed to impress clients. No generic folder structures or confusing Dropbox interfaces.

HANDOFF Advantage

Affordable Analytics

Get detailed download tracking and view analytics on the Pro plan ($9.99/mo). Dropbox requires Business plans for limited analytics.

HANDOFF Advantage

More Free Storage

5 GB free storage vs Dropbox's 2 GB. Get more space for professional client deliveries without paying.

Dropbox Advantage

File Sync & Versioning

Automatic file sync across devices and robust version history. Great for ongoing team work, but overkill for final deliveries.

Use Both

Best of Both Worlds

Many teams use Dropbox for internal file sync and HANDOFF for final client deliveries. They complement each other perfectly.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Complete breakdown of HANDOFF vs Dropbox features.

FeatureHANDOFFDropbox
Custom brandingAll plansBusiness plans only
Professional delivery pages
Custom logo & colorsBusiness plans only
Custom fontsPro ($9.99/mo)
Link expiryNeverOptional
Storage (free)5 GB2 GB
Storage (pro)150 GB2 TB - unlimited
File size limit (free)200 MB per file2 GB total
Download trackingProBusiness plans
View analyticsProBusiness plans
Per-file analyticsProLimited
Password protectionPro
Client-ready presentationBasic folder view
Email notificationsLimited
Team file sync
File versioning

When to Use Each Platform

Choose the right tool for your specific needs.

Use HANDOFF for:

  • Final deliverables to clients
  • Brand-consistent file handoffs
  • Professional project presentations
  • Tracking client engagement
  • Affordable branding for freelancers

Use Dropbox for:

  • Team file synchronization
  • Long-term file backup
  • Version history management
  • Cross-device file access
  • Internal team storage

Professional branding shouldn't cost $18/user/month

Keep Dropbox for file sync. Use HANDOFF to deliver files to clients with custom branding at a fraction of the cost.