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# Compare Document Control vs Google Drive

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> Detailed comparison between Document Control and Google Drive. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Document Control | Google Drive |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 124 | 28494 |
| **Starting Price** | US$752,00 | US$7,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep) |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### Document Control

Healthcare facilities including hospitals, clinics, physician's offices, veterinary practices, research organizations, and more.

### Google Drive

Teams in various business settings.

## Key features

### Document Control

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Content Management
- Data Security
- Data Storage Management
- Document Automation
- Document Capture
- Email Management
- File Sharing
- Full Text Search
- Optical Character Recognition
- Real-Time Data
- Role-Based Permissions
- Search/Filter
- Task Management
- Version Control
- Workflow Management

### Google Drive

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Content Management
- Data Security
- Data Storage Management
- Document Automation
- Document Capture
- Email Management
- File Sharing
- Full Text Search
- Optical Character Recognition
- Real-Time Data
- Role-Based Permissions
- Search/Filter
- Task Management
- Version Control
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View Document Control Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/152366/document-control)
- [View Google Drive Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/161425/drive)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/152366/161425/document-control/vs/drive)

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