Comprehensive comparison of Microsoft 365 Business plans to help SMBs choose the right package in 2026. With several options available—Basic, Standard, Premium, and Apps for Business— it's not always easy to know which one suits your needs. At Fast Licenses, we have analyzed each plan to help you make the best choice at the best price.
📋 Overview of the 4 Microsoft 365 Business plans
Microsoft offers four Business plans for companies with fewer than 300 users. Each plan builds on the previous one by adding extra features.
- 🔵 Apps for Business — Office desktop apps only (no Teams or Exchange)
- 🟢 Business Basic — Web + mobile + Teams + Exchange (no desktop apps)
- 🟡 Business Standard — Basic + installable desktop applications + Teams webinars
- 🔴 Business Premium — Standard + advanced security + device management (Intune)
📊 Detailed comparison of 2026 plans
| Feature | Apps | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop apps (Word, Excel, PP...) | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Teams + Exchange email | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| SharePoint + OneDrive (1 TB) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Teams Webinars (up to 1,000 participants) | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Intune + Azure AD Premium | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Price per user/month | ~€9 | ~€6 | ~€13 | ~€22 |
* Indicative prices for 2026. Save more with Microsoft 365 licenses purchased from Fast Licenses.
🎯 Which plan for which business profile?
You already have an email service (Gmail, Outlook.com) and only need Office applications on your devices. The most economical solution.
Your team primarily works in the browser, uses Teams for collaboration, and needs professional email. The best value for money.
Your employees need Office installed on their PCs (not just online) and professional presentation tools. The most popular plan for businesses.
Healthcare, finance, legal: you have compliance obligations and need to manage devices centrally. Business Premium is essential.
💡 Why buy Microsoft 365 from Fast Licenses?
- ⚡ Immediate activation — licenses sent by email in minutes
- 🔒 100% official Microsoft — genuine licenses activatable on the Microsoft portal
- 💰 Prices up to -60% compared to direct Microsoft pricing
- 📦 Multi-user licenses available — equip your entire team with one order
- 🛡️ Lifetime guarantee — support in case of activation issues
🚀 Order in 3 simple steps
Basic, Standard, or Premium — select the number of users and desired duration.
Credit card, PayPal, or bank transfer — secure SSL transaction, professional invoice included.
Receive your license by email and activate your users directly in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center.
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Not everyone on your team necessarily needs the same plan. For example, your field sales reps might be fine with Business Basic (web and mobile access), while your creative or accounting teams will need Business Standard with desktop applications. This hybrid approach can reduce your Microsoft bill by 20 to 30%.
🔐 Security based on your plan
- Multi-factor authentication
- Email encryption
- Advanced anti-spam protection
- Exchange backup
- Microsoft Intune (MDM)
- Azure AD Premium P1
- Defender for Business
- Conditional access
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View our Microsoft 365 offers →❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Microsoft 365 Business Basic and Standard?
Business Basic includes web and mobile apps as well as Teams and SharePoint. Business Standard adds full desktop applications (installable Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and advanced Teams event features.
Is Microsoft 365 Business Premium worth the extra cost?
For SMBs that handle sensitive data, yes: Business Premium adds Azure AD Premium, Intune (device management), and advanced threat protection — tools that can prevent costly incidents.
Can I switch plans during a subscription?
Yes, Microsoft allows you to change plans at any time. Billing is adjusted proportionally. Fast Licenses also offers Microsoft 365 licenses at a reduced price with official activation.
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