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.
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
| Feature | Business Standard | Business 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.
Chat With Us
Get instant help from our support team
News & Insights
Website security: CMS vs static sites compared
2026-01-26
Shadow AI: Why 80% of Employees Bring Their Own AI Tools to Work
2026-01-22
Microsoft 365 E3 + EMS vs Business Premium: why enterprise security remains the best choice
2026-01-22
Related Articles
Need More Help?
Can't find what you're looking for? Our support team is ready to assist.
Submit a Support Ticket