REVIEWS & COMPARISONS
How do Microsoft 365 Personal and Family differ? Which should you choose?
The most important difference is not the package name but the number of actual users. Personal is for one person, while Family can serve one to six people with separate accounts and storage.
Quick comparison
| Criterion | Microsoft 365 Personal | Microsoft 365 Family |
|---|---|---|
| Users | 1 person | Up to 6 people |
| Devices | Up to 5 devices | Up to 5 devices per person |
| Storage | 1TB OneDrive | Up to 6TB, 1TB per person |
| Suitable for | Freelancers, shop owners, individuals | Families or small groups |
Which product should you choose?
Choose Personal when only one person uses it. Choose Family when two or more people need separate accounts, applications and storage. If you buy Family for just one person, the group cost advantage is largely unused.
Microsoft 365 Personal
Freelancers, shop owners, individual professionals, and people who frequently switch between computers, phones, or tablets.
View detailsMicrosoft 365 Family
Families, small groups of collaborators, or multiple users who want separate accounts, data, and workspaces.
View detailsThree questions before deciding
- How many people actually need to use it?
- Do you use one computer or frequently switch devices?
- Do you need cloud storage and subscription updates, or just a stable application suite?