Exchange Online Plan 1 vs. Microsoft 365 Business Basic
Exchange Online Plan 1 $4.00/user/mo
Microsoft 365 Business Basic $7.00/user/mo
Feature comparison
| Feature | Exchange Online Plan 1 | Microsoft 365 Business Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Business email (Exchange Online) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Outlook web app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microsoft Teams | — | ✓ |
| SharePoint | — | ✓ |
| OneDrive (1 TB) | — | ✓ |
| Microsoft Intune MDM | — | ✓ |
| Defender for Office 365 (basic) | — | ✓ |
| Annual price per user/month | $4.00 | $7.00 |
Which plan is right for your organization?
If your organization needs email only and has no requirement for Teams, SharePoint, or OneDrive, Exchange Online Plan 1 is the cost-effective choice at $4.00 per user per month. If you need collaboration tools alongside email, Microsoft 365 Business Basic provides significantly more value at $7.00.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I choose Exchange Online Plan 1 or Microsoft 365 Business Basic?
- Choose Exchange Online Plan 1 if your organization needs business email only and already has tools for file storage, communication, and collaboration. Choose Microsoft 365 Business Basic if you want email plus Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and the full Microsoft 365 platform for $3.00 more per user per month.
- Does Exchange Online Plan 1 include Teams?
- No. Microsoft Teams is not included in standalone Exchange Online plans. Teams is included in all Microsoft 365 Business plans, starting with Business Basic.
- Can I add Teams to Exchange Online Plan 1 later?
- You can upgrade from Exchange Online Plan 1 to Microsoft 365 Business Basic at any time. Contact 4TH AND BAILEY to make the change through Partner Center.