Microsoft 365 Business Premium vs Standard - Comparison

Business Standard vs Business Premium comparison: compare pricing, features and security. Business Premium includes Defender, Intune and advanced security.

KA-01649Published: January 29, 2023Updated: January 2, 2026

What is the difference between Microsoft 365 Business Standard and Business Premium? In this comparison we explain which subscription best fits your organization.

Business Standard vs Premium - Quick Overview

FeatureBusiness StandardBusiness Premium
Office apps
Teams, Exchange, SharePoint
1 TB OneDrive
Microsoft Defender
Intune (MDM)
Azure Information Protection

Included in Both Subscriptions

  • Office apps: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Publisher, Access
  • Cloud services: Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams
  • Web and mobile versions: of Office apps
  • 1 TB OneDrive storage: per user

Additional Features in Business Premium

Microsoft Defender for Business

Advanced protection against malware, ransomware and phishing with real-time protection and endpoint detection.

Intune Device Management

Manage and secure all devices (Windows, iOS, Android) from one dashboard. Ideal for BYOD and remote work.

Azure Information Protection

Classify and protect sensitive documents and emails with labels and encryption.

Conditional Access

Set conditions for access to company data based on location, device or risk.

Which Subscription to Choose?

  • Business Standard: For organizations that need productivity tools without advanced security
  • Business Premium: For organizations that value security, compliance and device management

Price Comparison

Contact us for current CSP pricing with potential volume or partner discounts.

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