# Dropbox Paper Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Reviews of Dropbox Paper

Ease of use

4.4

Customer Service

4.2

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

Neelam R

AssociateWriting and Editing, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: I used a free trial.

“Its seamless collaboration features, allowing real-time editing and brainstorming with my team, all in one beautifully designed workspace.“

August 19, 2024

joel k

CEOInformation Technology and Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: I used a free trial.

“I think that compared to other word processing tools, Paper may lack some advanced features such as more complex layout options and more detailed tracking of changes.“

December 14, 2023

KR

Kay R

OwnerEducation Management, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“I also love that you can drop in videos, images, and even Spotify links – everything looks good and works smoothly“

December 15, 2024

IM

Ian M

Account managerMarketing and Advertising, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“I found the user interface difficult to navigate and logins weren’t the easiest.“

August 6, 2024

Alan P

Manager Financial Planning and AnalysisFinancial Services, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Dropbox Paper is a simple and easy platform for producing papers and communicating with others; it takes little to no time to set up documents, and users have the option to personalize documents to meet their own needs.“

August 6, 2023

IM

Ian M

Account managerMarketing and Advertising, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“Some members of my team seemed to be locked out of various projects“

August 6, 2024

Alan P

Manager Financial Planning and AnalysisFinancial Services, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“I'm making folders to organize my documents and make them available from any device, and it also allows me to work with others.“

August 6, 2023

MJ

Mwangi J

Marketing Content WriterInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“If you lose internet connection sometimes it takes time to start responding.“

September 17, 2023

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Neelam R.  
Associate  
Writing and Editing  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Great for Collaboration "

August 19, 2024

5.0

My overall experience with Dropbox Paper has been positive. It offers a clean and intuitive interface that makes collaboration easy and efficient. The ability to work in real-time with others, coupled with its integration with Dropbox, streamlines project management. However, I wish it had more robust formatting tools to handle a wide range it documents.

Pros

Its seamless collaboration features, allowing real-time editing and brainstorming with my team, all in one beautifully designed workspace.

Cons

less advanced formatting options especially when trying to create more complex documents or presentations

Review Source

KR

Kay R.  
Owner  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Simple, Clean, and Great for Teamwork"

December 15, 2024

5.0

It’s been really solid for working with other people and keeping ideas organized. I’ve used it for lists, planning, and creative stuff, and it works great for that. It’s just not as powerful as Google Docs if you need all the bells and whistles

Pros

I really like how clean and simple Dropbox Paper feels. It’s not cluttered like some other tools, so it’s super easy to just start writing or brainstorming. I also love that you can drop in videos, images, and even Spotify links – everything looks good and works smoothly

Cons

It’s a bit basic when it comes to formatting. If you’re trying to make a super polished document, it’s not the best for that. Also, you can’t really use it offline, which can be annoying when you don’t have great internet.

Switched from

[Google Docs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160756/Google-Docs/)

I wanted something simpler and cleaner for brainstorming and quick collaboration. Dropbox Paper’s ability to embed videos, images, and even Spotify playlists all in one place made it perfect for creative projects and team workflows. Plus, I already use Dropbox, so it just made sense.

Review Source

BD

Blake D.  
Director  
Information Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Dropbox review "

March 24, 2025

3.0

Pros

I love Dropbox for the “easy to use” feels sometimes, depending on what you’re doing and it gives you lots of space for any type plod project you may have or files and documents

Cons

It can sometimes be where it’s too much going on if you’re not use to it. Once you get use to it then it’s perfect!

Review Source

AB

Autumn B.  
HR  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Well organized "

September 12, 2024

4.0

So far my experience has been well. I like the collaboration and organization features that are offered.

Pros

I love the organization features when it comes to to-do list for the team and due dates

Cons

I’m still new to it so I’m maneuver through, no cons yet

Switched from

[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

We are doing a test run of various softwares to see which one will be more suitable

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Technical Lead - Data Analytics  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "So simple, but very power for organization and task coordination"

May 17, 2022

5.0

Paper is, for my team, the ideal replacement for hardcopy notes and simple assignments. Too many alternatives try doing too much in a small window of use. Dropbox Paper keeps you connected, on the same page, and mobile when need be.

Pros

The most powerful feature for us (working in software) has been the simplistic yet powerful markup and shortcuts system. The formatting is so easy to use but also isn't restricted to one method, allowing more mouse-centric or keyboard-oriented users flexability.

Cons

I wouldn't mind seeing a dedicated desktop application in addition to the browser interface. Even if it was just a PWA, it would keep users from being so married to more tabs in their web browser.

Alternatives considered

[Roam](https://www.capterra.com/p/236467/Roam/)

Reason for choosing Dropbox Paper

After very little time in a 'test drive' mode, Paper made it clear it was the right fit for our needs. No bloat and unused feature sets with reasonable pricing sealed the deal.

Switched from

[Evernote Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/154969/Evernote-Business/)

Features and pricing

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Educator  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Dropbox still needs Improvement"

February 15, 2023

4.0

as a new manager in this company (school) I have introduced Dropbox to improve the way all work processes and to track all the different operations tasks and projects. so it solved so many problems related to managing and tracking projects and it yielded good results

Pros

Dropbox has been round for quite sometime. it has many advantages:Apps available for practically every operating systemFlexible array of collaborative toolsSolid offerings for premium subscribersDigital signatures enabledSuperb app integrationAutomatic file backup and synchronizationOffline functionalityit is still one of the best apps out there

Cons

however it needs some improvementsPoor storage limits for free usersComparatively expensive paid subscriptionsSecurity weaknessesLimited search functionif these elements were improved, the app will be the best in the market

Alternatives considered

[Google Drive](https://www.capterra.com/p/161425/Drive/)[Google Sheets](https://www.capterra.com/p/169718/Google-Sheets/)

Reason for choosing Dropbox Paper

the choice was based on my previous experience. I previously used Dropbox as a student and as a trainee. so I had some experience with the software so the idea and workings of the software were easy. therefore it was my best choice.

Review Source

Habibah M.  
Information Technology Support Assistant  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Edit online document with ease."

May 20, 2021

5.0

I work on an IT team, and I've started using Dropbox Paper's to-do list features to create my information technology plans. However, I am hoping it had a daily calendar alternative! Overall, it's a valuable method for managing projects when working with others.

Pros

I believe Dropbox Paper is a relatively new feature. It has a fantastic general layout that allows you to create tables, describe the text, create a to-do list, tag people, and create a timeline. You may emphasize text or leave a note directly in the paper, making it simple to keep track of progress and make decisions.

Cons

I hope the to-do list could place the dates in sequential sequence and attach them to the calendar automatically. The choice is currently available, but it is entirely manual. Plus, for color coding, I need more highlight color choices so it i can distinguished between the notes or the editing that has added to the document.

Switched from

[Dropbox Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/143068/Dropbox-Business/)

Dropbox paper is more suitable for editing document and sharing it with my colleagues.

Review Source

Javier A.  
Senior UX Designer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great tool for writing and sharing"

April 29, 2020

5.0

I love this tool. I write practically all my text with it.

Pros

Paper is a incredibly well polished cloud based wysiwyg markdown editor and along with Medium has set the standard for these. It includes some handy features like tables and to-do lists It comes directly with your Dropbox account. It also has very easy sharing. But above all its minimalistic interface helps you focus on writing and removes most distractions.

Cons

Since it is markdown based, it lacks but the most basic formatting options. So if you want more visual adjustments or advanced word processing features, you won't find them in paper

Switched from

[Google Docs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160756/Google-Docs/)

A more polished UI and a more minimalistc approach to writing

Review Source

aM

alex M.  
CEO  
Consumer Goods  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "tools to create "

April 16, 2025

4.0

at the end this this helps in a great way people to share and create works really great.

Pros

it gave me a lot of option of creations tools to work with and it works good for what i need.

Cons

some times its really difficult to understand sometime the way it is and complicate .

Review Source

BP

Brittany P.  
Case Manager  
Management Consulting  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Easy, efficient "

January 5, 2025

4.0

It’s efficient and stores all documents needs for my position.

Pros

That it is efficient for jobs that are work from home but still need to access documents from the company.

Cons

No dislikes at this time. It has been a benefit to us right now.

Review Source

GH

Grant H.  
Broker  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A lot of features for as simple as easy as it is."

July 19, 2024

5.0

I don't use it as much as other note-capturing apps (Like Apple Notes and google docs), but I have been impressed with how easy DropBox Paper is and the features it has.

Pros

The features, especially: Timeline, tables, ToDo lists, adding media.

Cons

It is not quite as quick or convenient as Apple Notes or services like that.

Review Source

Aleksandra S.  
Freelancer  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Minimalism and Speed"

December 21, 2019

5.0

Dropbox Paper works great in browser and on Android, allowing on accessing my notes on the go. Issues I had with its compatibility were resolved after I reported them, which made me more keen on using it as the developer team was ready to listen to issues. Despite some organization issues, it is a versatile app that streamlines the process of note-taking and makes it a hassle-free experience no matter the project type or industry.

Pros

Dropbox Paper is fast and clean markdown editor, which allows anyone to create notes on the go. Its formatting of the language is beautifully done, providing minimalist and responsive environment free from distractions or unnecessary features. The editor performs well even with hundreds of images and the formatting changes are instant. There's no limit on amount of notes or their length, taking away the worry of running out of space mid-session.

Cons

Organization of the notes lacks everything that editor has. The default view of folders is rather unappealing and the slow to adjust UI can be rather confusing, often resulting in creation of many empty documents instead of opening an exiting one. Folders are displayed as a list as opposed to a nesting tree seen in many other note-taking applications, and there is no way to set a categories for folders or color-code them for easy access. A dark mode for the app and browser version would make it a lot easier to use for those with nightly creativity surge.

Review Source

KW

Kat W.  
Designer  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great product"

May 3, 2024

5.0

Great product, would recommend for companies that have employees at different locations so they can collaborate on the documents.

Pros

Great tool for keeping notes and have your team collaborate on it. The mobile app ensures team members that are working remotely or on a project site can access the notes. Nice features are being able to add a timeline so the entire team stays on track with their tasks and responsibilities.

Cons

The editing features are limited, however there are many other programs if you need a more in depth editing program.

Review Source

JL

Jayson L.  
Maintenance Supervisor  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Dropbox Paper Review"

December 26, 2023

5.0

I've been using Dropbox Paper for a few years now and am really impressed with how easy it is to use. I can create documents, share them with my team, and collaborate in real time. It's great for both personal and professional projects. The design of the app is intuitive and the layout makes it easy to find what I need. I also really appreciate the ability to access my documents from any device, and the integration with other Dropbox tools is a huge plus. Overall, Dropbox Paper is an amazing tool and I highly recommend it!

Pros

We are very impressed with how easy it is to use.

Cons

It is not always easy to format documents within the app, with limited options for styling text and images.

Review Source

Judy N.  
DEBT RECOVERY OFFICER  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "For incredible online Tasks Management "

February 26, 2023

5.0

Pros

Simple to all bother DevOps and non-devops team.Incredible workflow management.

Cons

My organization and I as DevOp are ok with all it offers.

Review Source

Olga Liliana M.  
Freelance  
Computer Hardware  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Rewev of dropbox"

January 16, 2022

5.0

Pros

Pros Dropbox Business is an evergreen tool that works because it doesn't make a decent attempt. You have statistics, organizers, and gatherings you may placed protection on files, on Folders and select exactly who in your organization desires the equipment swiftly. I moreover loved the simplicity of interfacing with one of a kind institutions. We had to work together on various Data records. While doing data, the executives and DropBox upheld the outrageous file length with practically no difficulty. It additionally permitted us to get a few facts about specific records pockets and saved time going to numerous gatherings to stroll through a primary hassle or minor error.

Cons

If fees i lean in the direction of a documenting device to be loose and straightforward to utilizé why Dropbox feels burdensome and wishes a redecorate to be práctical i would make the managerial element simpler to use and sell Dropbox enterprise for múltiple consumers not need absolute clients a few businesses need each patron in flix.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Founder  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great collaborative document editor... for Dropbox users"

January 16, 2023

4.0

Very enjoyable document editor. The collaborative features are nice, but I also find myself using it quite often for documents on which I'm the sole writer. Great UX.

Pros

The general UX of the document editor is pure joy. It's smooth, intuitive, and overall very enjoyable to use.

Cons

There are some limitations for sharing access to the collaborative document with people who don't have a Dropbox account, which is kind of annoying.

Review Source

Sherry N.  
Purchasing Supervisor  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Dropbox"

November 4, 2019

4.0

My overall experience with Dropbox has been good. The ability to upload files for suppliers to retrieve and quote parts I need versus having to physically send the hard copy files through the US mail, delaying receiving quotes.

Pros

What I like most about Dropbox is the max upload size.

Cons

What I like least about Dropbox is not being able to hide private files.

Review Source

SC

Sriram C.  
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice  
Education Management  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Dropbox Paper is the feature of collaborative tools"

November 9, 2022

5.0

Pros

Dropbox paper allows users to experience a precision built application that maximizes workflow management and collaboration

Cons

It can take some time to get used to at first, but once you get into the flow of using Dropbox paper, you will begin appreciate its potential for help you achieve success.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Entrepreneur. Online Educator.  
Professional Training & Coaching  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Handy add-on that comes with Dropbox"

September 7, 2022

4.0

Dropbox Paper can be used on your phone for editing documents on the go. You can choose templates for documents in order to save time.

Pros

Creating documents. Members of your team are able to leave comments on documents.

Cons

I ended up using Google Docs much more than Dropbox Paper. Google Docs seems quicker to access and simpler to use than Dropbox paper.

Review Source

Irina P.  
Project Manager  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Nice software to edit docs together"

February 17, 2021

4.0

Pros

We started to use that platform to work on the documents within a team. It is really easy and comfortable. Also, the price is comparatively good

Cons

We didn't face any troubles or difficulties while using the software yet.

Review Source

CO

Celeste O.  
Customer Support Lead  
Printing  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Lukewarm Feelings About Dropbox Paper"

August 19, 2019

4.0

I've only used Paper in the limited scope that my colleagues have sort of forced it upon me during our meetings and projects together. Otherwise, I'd probably still just default to Google Docs (which is admittedly, still my go to when I'm typing up something I don't need to share outside my team). So it's possible that with more time, use, and experience my impression of Dropbox Paper will improve. But currently, it just feels like a product designed to do more or less exactly what Google Docs does. There are some differences and I will admit that I enjoy using Paper when we're brainstorming and it's a great fit for our meeting notes. I also like the organization and look of all our Dropbox Paper documents better than Google Docs and sharing within our team seems rather simple. But it just feels unnatural for me in every day use and I find it difficult to perform tasks that I can easily do within Docs. I don't necessarily dislike it - but honestly the only reason I use it is because it's been adopted by people I work with.

Pros

I like that Dropbox Paper feels like a natural fit for team collaboration and meeting notes. The templates are also very nice and useful. I like the suggested fields it offers and it does help prompt me to explore and describe whatever project my team is working on.

Cons

I have so much trouble with formatting when I'm editing a document. I spend more time trying to tweak the text I entered than it took to write it in the first place. I have trouble finding the tools I need or want to use within Paper, but this might just be because I am so accustomed to other word processing software.

Review Source

sheza H.  
Content Writer  
Writing and Editing  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Best place to share files"

May 30, 2020

5.0

Pros

It is easy to install on your computer/laptop and quite easy to use. Dropbox Paper is an excellent way to share the files. You can sync easily across all the connected devices.

Cons

Sometimes, it becomes unresponsive, and uploading takes a lot of time. Other than that, I found it perfect.

Review Source

Danilo C.  
BI Analyst  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Simple"

November 25, 2019

5.0

Pros

It is a simple tool and offer a good way of storing my files

Cons

They could offer more free space in the free version

Review Source

FB

Francielli B.  
Biologist  
Research  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Reliable storage of personal documents"

August 16, 2020

5.0

Pros

I use dropbox for years with university, I find this app extremely reliable, I have it shared with other professional colleagues and I never had any problems. Always very fast to upload documents, I like the link between different devices and I highly recommend using it.

Cons

The layout has improved a lot in the last few years, I would just like the document folders that had modifications to be in a different color, it would be easy to see.

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