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Azure Files

byMicrosoft
in Hybrid Cloud Storage
4.5

Overview

Product Information on Azure Files

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Azure Files?

Azure Files is a cloud-based file storage software that provides users with managed file shares accessible via the Server Message Block SMB protocol. The software enables seamless file sharing across Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems and allows applications running in Azure or on-premises environments to mount and access the storage. Azure Files supports features such as multi-protocol access, access control through Azure Active Directory authentication, data encryption at rest and in transit, and integration with Azure backup and disaster recovery solutions. The software is designed to solve business challenges related to scalable, secure, and highly available file storage, supporting workloads that require distributed access to file data while eliminating the need for traditional on-premises file servers.

Azure Files Pricing

Azure Files is a software that utilizes a pay-as-you-go pricing model based on the amount of storage provisioned and the quantity of operations performed. Pricing may vary according to performance tiers, data redundancy options, and region. Additional costs may apply for features such as snapshot storage, data transfer, and premium file shares. Discounts may be available for reserved capacity commitments.

Overall experience with Azure Files

It Associate
250M - 500M USD, Miscellaneous
FAVORABLE

“Hybrid Flexibility and Remote Management with Potentially High Azure Costs”

5.0
Apr 13, 2026
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PLATFORM ENGINEER
250M - 500M USD, IT Services
CRITICAL

“Centralized Cloud Storage and Seamless File Sharing Enhance Performance and Scalability”

3.0
Sep 9, 2025
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 11th August 2023

Microsoft enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Microsoft is dedicated to advancing human and organizational achievement. Microsoft Security helps protect people and data against cyberthreats to give peace of mind.

Company Details

Updated 25th March 2024
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1975
Head office location
Redmond, Washington, United States
Number of employees
10000+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD
Website
https://microsoft.com

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Peer Discussions

Azure Files Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(79 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
54%
4 Star
44%
3 Star
1%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?
  • It Associate
    50M-1B USD
    Miscellaneous
    Review Source

    Hybrid Flexibility and Remote Management with Potentially High Azure Costs

    5.0
    Apr 13, 2026
    This product is such a time saver when it comes to restores as well as saving space on our on-perm servers
  • It Associate
    50M-1B USD
    Miscellaneous
    Review Source

    Hybrid Flexibility and Remote Management with Potentially High Azure Costs

    5.0
    Apr 13, 2026
    This product is such a time saver when it comes to restores as well as saving space on our on-perm servers
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Deciding Factors: Azure Files Vs. Market Average
Performance of Azure Files Across Market Features

Azure Files Likes & Dislikes

Like

True hybrid flexibility Works with any OS Can manage it from anywhere in the world

Like

True hybrid flexibility Works with any OS Can manage it from anywhere in the world

Like

True hybrid flexibility Works with any OS Can manage it from anywhere in the world

Dislike

this product can become costly as you go up in tiers. also certain azure file deployed in certain regions have high latency.

Dislike

this product can become costly as you go up in tiers. also certain azure file deployed in certain regions have high latency.

Dislike

this product can become costly as you go up in tiers. also certain azure file deployed in certain regions have high latency.

Reviewer Insights for: Azure Files
User Sentiment About Azure Files