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The Top Microsoft 365 Migration Tools Compared (And Why RyanTech Is Different)

If you’re planning a migration to Microsoft 365, choosing the right migration tool or partner can make or break your experience. From automation capabilities to post-migration support, there are many factors to consider and while several providers offer solid tools, not all deliver what growing businesses truly need.

In this article, we’ll break down the most popular Microsoft 365 migration solutions and highlight what sets RyanTech apart.

What Matters Most in a Microsoft 365 Migration?

Before we get into the comparisons, let’s define what really matters in choosing a partner for a cloud migration:

Granular control over data
Support for shared drive to SharePoint migrations
Multi-source and multi-destination capabilities
Automation at scale
Visibility into progress
Post-migration lifecycle support

Whether you're moving from Google Workspace, Dropbox, Exchange, or legacy systems, these features determine whether the migration is smooth, disruptive, or a disaster.

Comparison Table: Migration Tool Capabilities

Feature	RyanTech	Competitor A (Cloud-Based Tool)	Competitor B (Automation Focused)
Dedicated Migration Agent	✅ Yes	❌ Dashboard Only	❌ Dashboard Only
Granular Data Control	✅ Yes	⚠️ Limited	⚠️ Limited
Shared Drive to SharePoint Support	✅ Full Support	⚠️ Partially Supported	✅ Full Support
Multi-Source/Destination Support	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	⚠️ Limited
Automation at Scale	✅ Yes (Custom + Scalable)	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Real-Time Visibility	⚠️ Via Agent Reporting	✅ Dashboard Only	✅ Dashboard Only
Post-Migration Lifecycle Tools	✅ Yes (Ongoing Support + Tools)	❌ Not Included	⚠️ Minimal

Note: RyanTech intentionally combines powerful automation with human support to deliver a guided, low-risk migration experience.

Why RyanTech Is Different

You Get a Human Migration Expert

While most providers rely solely on dashboards, RyanTech assigns a dedicated Migration Specialist to your project. This expert handles progress updates, answers questions in real time, and actively resolves issues. No more staring at a dashboard wondering what's happening.

Full Granular Control

We support complex scenarios like:

Selective mailbox migrations

Permission-preserving moves

Nested folder structures

User-level mappings

This level of control ensures nothing is missed and compliance is maintained.

Real Multi-Source/Multi-Destination Support

Whether you’re moving from Google Workspace, Dropbox, Exchange, or multiple sources at once, RyanTech builds a customized migration flow — not just one-size-fits-all automation scripts.

Automation Where It Matters

RyanTech supports powerful scripting and automation, but doesn’t force it on you. From pre-migration readiness to post-migration cleanup, our tools scale with your needs.

Shared Drive to SharePoint Without Limits

Unlike some tools that limit the depth or metadata during shared drive transfers, RyanTech fully supports complex folder structures, permissions, and metadata fidelity when migrating to SharePoint or OneDrive.

Post-Migration Lifecycle Support

Once the migration is complete, we're not done. RyanTech offers:

Adoption guidance

Reporting tools

Automation for archiving and compliance

Ongoing support for user issues or edge-case scenarios

Migration is more than a checklist — it’s a critical IT transformation. Choosing the right partner ensures that users are confident, secure, and productive from day one.

RyanTech brings together best-in-class automation with white-glove support, tailored to the unique needs of small and medium businesses.

Considering a migration? Contact our team to discuss your specific environment and get a personalized plan that works.

Thousands of businesses migrate with RyanTech every year. Let’s make yours the next success story.

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