Three plans, one confusing set of names. Here's the actual difference — and how to pick the right one without paying for features your team won't use.
Every tier includes business email on your own domain, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and access to the web and mobile versions of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. The differences that actually matter sit in three areas: desktop app access, security tools, and identity/device management.
| Business Basic | Business Standard | Business Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Email, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web & mobile Office apps | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Desktop Office apps (Word, Excel, Outlook) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Webinars, booking tools | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Device management (Intune) | — | — | ✓ |
| Advanced identity protection | — | — | ✓ |
| Advanced threat protection | — | — | ✓ |
Exact features and pricing are set by Microsoft and do change — see our managed packages for how these map to Cloudeli's own bundles with security and backup included.
Whichever plan fits, the licence itself doesn't configure security settings, manage user changes, or monitor for issues — that's the managed service layer on top. See our plain-English breakdown of what managed IT services actually include for what a fully managed M365 setup covers beyond the licence.
Yes — many businesses run a mix, giving Premium to roles handling sensitive data and Standard or Basic elsewhere. It's a common, sensible way to control cost without under-protecting the roles that need it most.
Yes, licences can generally be changed as your needs change — it's a common and straightforward adjustment, not a full migration.
Not necessarily — Premium's security features (device management, identity protection) matter based on your risk profile and what data you handle, not your headcount alone. A 10-person business handling sensitive client data may need it more than a 50-person one that doesn't.
Book a free consultation — we'll help you pick the right plan without overpaying for features you won't use.
