Microsoft 365 E3 Complete Features Table
Office Applications & Productivity
Feature |
Details |
Device Limits |
Word |
Full desktop version with advanced editing, collaboration, and publishing features |
5 PCs/Mac + 5 tablets + 5 smartphones |
Excel |
Advanced data analysis, pivot tables, Power Query, macros, and collaboration |
5 PCs/Mac + 5 tablets + 5 smartphones |
PowerPoint |
Professional presentations with animations, transitions, and real-time collaboration |
5 PCs/Mac + 5 tablets + 5 smartphones |
Outlook |
Desktop email client with advanced calendar, contacts, and task management |
5 PCs/Mac + 5 tablets + 5 smartphones |
OneNote |
Digital notebook with cross-platform sync and collaboration |
5 PCs/Mac + 5 tablets + 5 smartphones |
Access |
Database management and application development |
PC only, 5 installations |
Publisher |
Desktop publishing and marketing materials creation |
PC only, 5 installations |
Microsoft Teams |
Chat, video meetings, file sharing, and collaboration hub |
Unlimited devices |
Office Mobile Apps |
Streamlined versions for iOS and Android |
5 tablets + 5 smartphones |
Office for the Web |
Browser-based versions of core Office apps |
Unlimited access |
Visio for the Web |
Basic diagramming and flowchart creation |
Web-based, unlimited |
Microsoft Editor |
AI-powered writing assistant with grammar and style suggestions |
Included in Office apps |
Email, Calendar & Communication
Feature |
Capacity/Limits |
Additional Details |
Exchange Online Plan 2 |
100 GB mailbox per user |
Auto-expanding archive |
Shared Mailboxes |
50 GB each, unlimited quantity |
No license required |
Archive Mailbox |
Unlimited storage |
Auto-expanding when needed |
Calendar Sharing |
Internal and external sharing |
Free/busy information, detailed sharing |
Resource Mailboxes |
Unlimited room and equipment mailboxes |
Booking policies and scheduling |
Public Folders |
100 GB total across organization |
Legacy support for existing workflows |
Exchange Online Protection |
Anti-spam and anti-malware |
Real-time threat detection |
Mail Flow Rules |
Unlimited transport rules |
Custom message routing and processing |
Mobile Device Management |
Basic MDM for email access |
Device policies and remote wipe |
Litigation Hold |
Preserve mailbox content for legal purposes |
Compliance and eDiscovery support |
In-Place eDiscovery |
Search across mailboxes |
Legal and compliance investigations |
Collaboration & Teams
Feature |
Limits |
Capabilities |
Teams Meetings |
Up to 300 participants |
Video, audio, screen sharing |
Teams Live Events |
Up to 10,000 attendees |
Broadcast-style presentations |
Teams Webinars |
Up to 1,000 attendees |
Registration and Q&A features |
Meeting Recording |
Saved to OneDrive/SharePoint |
Automatic transcription available |
Teams Chat |
Unlimited 1:1 and group chats |
File sharing, @mentions, reactions |
Teams Channels |
Unlimited channels per team |
Private and shared channels |
Teams Apps |
Access to Teams app store |
Custom app integration |
Guest Access |
External user collaboration |
Controlled access to teams and channels |
Teams Phone System |
Add-on available |
Cloud-based PBX functionality |
Microsoft Shifts |
Employee scheduling |
Time tracking and shift management |
Microsoft Bookings |
Appointment scheduling |
Customer self-service booking |
Cloud Storage & File Management
Feature |
Capacity |
Sync & Access |
OneDrive for Business |
1 TB per user |
Desktop sync, mobile apps, web access |
SharePoint Online |
1 TB base + 10 GB per licensed user |
Team sites, communication sites |
SharePoint Document Libraries |
30 million documents per library |
Version history, check-in/check-out |
File Sharing |
Internal and external sharing |
Link-based sharing with permissions |
Co-authoring |
Real-time collaboration |
Simultaneous editing in Office apps |
Version History |
500 major versions per file |
Previous version restore |
Recycle Bin |
93-day retention |
Two-stage recycle bin |
OneDrive Sync |
Selective sync available |
Files On-Demand feature |
SharePoint Search |
Enterprise search across all content |
AI-powered content discovery |
Security & Compliance
Feature |
Capability |
Coverage |
Multi-Factor Authentication |
App-based, SMS, phone call |
All user accounts |
Conditional Access |
3 policies included |
Location, device, app-based access |
Azure AD Premium P1 |
Identity and access management |
SSO, self-service password reset |
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) |
3 DLP policies |
Email, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams |
Information Rights Management |
Encrypt and control document access |
Office documents and emails |
Advanced Threat Protection |
Safe Attachments, Safe Links |
Email and SharePoint protection |
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 |
Plan 1 included |
Real-time threat detection |
Audit Logs |
90-day retention |
User and admin activity tracking |
Legal Hold |
Preserve content for litigation |
Mailbox and SharePoint content |
Sensitivity Labels |
Manual application |
Document and email classification |
Retention Policies |
Basic retention rules |
Email and SharePoint content |
Business Intelligence & Analytics
Feature |
Capacity |
Access Method |
Power BI Pro |
Not included |
Available as add-on |
Excel Services |
Workbook publishing |
SharePoint Online integration |
Power Query |
Data connection and transformation |
Excel and Power BI integration |
Power Pivot |
In-memory data modeling |
Excel add-in |
Delve |
Content discovery |
AI-powered recommendations |
MyAnalytics |
Personal productivity insights |
Outlook add-in and dashboard |
Viva Insights |
Team and organization analytics |
Manager and leader insights |
Development & Automation
Feature |
Monthly Limits |
Capabilities |
Power Platform Credits |
2,000 credits per user/month |
Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Virtual Agents |
Power Apps |
Premium connectors included |
Custom business applications |
Power Automate |
Premium connectors included |
Workflow automation |
Power Virtual Agents |
Limited capacity |
Chatbot creation |
SharePoint Designer |
No longer actively developed |
Legacy workflow support |
Microsoft Graph API |
Programmatic access |
Application integration |
Mobile & Cross-Platform
Feature |
Platform Support |
Functionality |
iOS Apps |
iPhone and iPad |
Native Office apps |
Android Apps |
Phone and tablet |
Native Office apps |
Windows Mobile |
Windows 10/11 |
Universal Windows Platform apps |
Mac Applications |
macOS |
Native Office suite |
Linux Support |
Web apps only |
Browser-based access |
Offline Access |
Desktop and mobile |
Sync when reconnected |
Admin & Management Tools
Feature |
Scope |
Access Level |
Microsoft 365 Admin Center |
Full tenant management |
Global admin required |
Exchange Admin Center |
Email system management |
Exchange admin role |
SharePoint Admin Center |
Site collection management |
SharePoint admin role |
Teams Admin Center |
Teams policies and settings |
Teams admin role |
Security & Compliance Center |
Security policies and reports |
Security admin role |
Azure Active Directory |
Identity and access management |
Various admin roles |
Windows AutoPilot |
Device deployment |
Intune integration |
Microsoft Intune |
Not included |
Available as add-on |
Service Levels & Support
Service Aspect |
E3 Specification |
Details |
Uptime SLA |
99.9% guaranteed |
Financial credits for downtime |
Support Hours |
24/7 for critical issues |
Business hours for general support |
Support Channels |
Web, phone, community |
Multiple languages available |
Data Residency |
Regional data centers |
EU, US, Asia-Pacific options |
Compliance Certifications |
ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA |
Industry-standard compliance |
Data Backup |
Geo-redundant storage |
Multiple data center replication |
Integration & Compatibility
Integration Type |
Support Level |
Examples |
Third-party SSO |
SAML 2.0, OpenID Connect |
Okta, Ping Identity, ADFS |
Directory Sync |
Azure AD Connect |
On-premises Active Directory |
API Access |
Microsoft Graph API |
Custom application development |
Legacy Office |
Limited compatibility |
Office 2016 and newer recommended |
Browser Support |
Modern browsers |
Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge |
Mobile MDM |
Basic policies |
Third-party MDM integration |
Licensing & Compliance
Aspect |
Details |
Restrictions |
License Model |
Per-user subscription |
Annual commitment available |
Minimum Purchase |
1 user |
No maximum limit |
License Transfer |
Between users allowed |
Administrative approval required |
Geographic Restrictions |
Available worldwide |
Some features vary by region |
Educational Pricing |
Separate E3 for Education |
Academic verification required |
Non-profit Pricing |
Discounted rates available |
Qualification required |
Government |
GCC and GCC High available |
Special compliance requirements |
Migration & Deployment
Migration Type |
Tool/Method |
Typical Timeline |
From Google Workspace |
Microsoft migration tools |
2-4 weeks |
From Exchange On-premises |
Hybrid deployment |
4-8 weeks |
From Office 365 Business |
In-place license upgrade |
1-2 days |
IMAP Email Migration |
Exchange Online migration |
1-2 weeks |
PST File Import |
Microsoft compliance tools |
1-3 weeks |
SharePoint Migration |
SharePoint Migration Tool |
2-6 weeks |
What Size Companies Do We Work With?
Microsoft Office 365 For Enterprises (500+ Employees)
Our Enterprise Deployments of Microsoft Office 365 are for organizations that have a more advanced IT network configuration. We have the right Migration Package and Deployment structure for enterprises. We have extensive knowledge in Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams. Our Enterprise Business package is affordable to get you up and running in the cloud.
Microsoft Office 365 For Mid-Market (50-500 Employees)
Mid-market companies face unique challenges in leveraging Microsoft Office 365 , requiring a sophisticated approach to cloud productivity and collaboration tools. Our managed services provide comprehensive support that transforms technology into a strategic business asset. By partnering with a cloud-managed service provider specializing in Okta, mid-market companies can transform their identity management from a potential vulnerability to a strategic advantage.
Microsoft Office 365 For Small Business (1-50 Employees)
Iron Cove Solutions is a leading provider of Microsoft Office 365 for small businesses. We have the right Migration package and Deployment structure for small businesses. Our “Small Business Package” is an affordable option to help you get up and running in the cloud. We are Microsoft cloud experts in Office 365.
Microsoft Office 365 For Non-Profits (Any Size)
We help you get Microsoft Office 365 for your non-profit organization. As Microsoft Cloud Accelerated Partners, we can guide and help build deployment plans tailored to your budget and needs. We can help you achieve the lowest costs for working with Microsoft Office 365 and guide you through the process.
Microsoft Office 365 Cloud Support (250 and under)
We offer Microsoft Office 365 Cloud support for organizations during and after a deployment. If you have deployed Office 365 and need help, we offer packages tailored to the support your organization requires. Whether you have a large or small business, we have the package to meet your needs!
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