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What is Google Workspace (G Suite) and how much does it cost?

Updated: May 09, 2025

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Need help with your domain or email right now? Contact the Adhesion team and ask for help with "domains, email and Google Workspace (G Suite)".

What is Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)?

G Suite is Google's grand offering to help new and small business grow quicker and more cost-effectively. It sounds too good to be true, but even our team at Adhesion uses Google Apps because of how easily it streamlines our business processes.

All types of businesses have reportedly reduced their costs by moving all their employees onto G Suite. How? G Suite allows you and your employees to co-create, store and share documents, spreadsheets, slideshows and even websites!

With Google Workspace, your team gets access to:

  • Professional Gmail (e.g. you@yourbusiness.co.nz)
  • Google Drive (cloud storage for files and folders)
  • Google Docs, Sheets & Slides (collaborate in real time)
  • Google Meet (secure video calls)
  • Shared calendars, chat and more

And don't worry, G Suite works seamlessly with your favourite file types like Microsoft docs and email clients like Outlook. On top of that, you each get a 30GB online storage bonus, a professional email address (e.g. you@yourbusiness.com), 24/7 support and much (much) more. You'll all be able to work as a professional team from anywhere, at anytime.

Why is G Suite so popular?

The main reason a lot of existing NZ businesses are migrating to G Suite is because they are having problems with email. Included in G Suite is an enhanced version of Gmail for businesses.

At Adhesion, we get a lot of phone calls from businesses whose email has stopped sending or receiving emails. Often they have used up their email storage, their email account has been hacked, they have forgotten their passwords, and/or a lot of their emails have been deleted, permanently! Imagine trying to run your business without a working email.

With G Suite, your additional 30GB of storage is secure, and backed up. Google is also more efficient at storing documents so you won't use as much storage. However, if you do use up the extra 30GB, you can easily upgrade to unlimited storage for and extra $5 per month. You'll never need to buy more storage after upgrading. Your professional email has plenty of secure storage (it's also more efficient at storing email attachments so you'll need less storage).

Don't sit on the fence. If you really are serious about growing your business, or you are having problems with your email, Adhesion recommends you at least give G Suite a try.

How much does it cost?

No it's not free but it isn't expensive for what you receive. G Suite only costs ~NZD$10.5 per user per month for the Starter option.

See mote details about Google's G Suite pricing here.

Not sure about investing? Don't worry, you'll get a free, no-obligation trial for the first 14 days. And, since Adhesion has close ties with Google, you will get 20% off for the first 12 months for new accounts that we set up.

Let's say you have a small sized business, and you want four of your employees to be able to co-create and manage your files online. For $42 per month, your team will end up with 4 professional emails and 120GB of online storage (good luck using up all that storage). And if you sign up to G Suite via Adhesion, it will only cost $34 per month for your team of four.

GST is also now charged on all Google services in New Zealand.

What’s the difference between Google Workspace (G Suite) and free Gmail?

You might already be using Gmail — but Google Workspace is built for business. Here's how it’s different:

Free Gmail

Google Workspace

yourname@gmail.comyou@yourcompany.co.nz
Personal useBusiness use (multi-user, admin tools)
Limited support24/7 business support
No team managementCentralised control & security
Ads shownAd-free experience

How to use G Suite

Once you've signed up to G Suite, your domain and email needs to be connected. For most people, managing domains and email accounts can be really intimidating and confusing.

So, in Adhesion's mission to push NZ businesses forward into the future, we're offering a professional G Suite setup service.

Or you can set up G Suite yourself here: Create G Suite Account

Setting up email with G Suite — New businesses

If you're a new business, or starting afresh, Adhesion can help you get a professional domain (e.g. yourbusiness.co.nz), set up a professional email, set up a G Suite account, and connect your domain and email to your new G Suite account. From start to finish, Adhesion will make sure to set you up according to industry best-practice, so you can avoid getting stuck in the process.

👉 Want to get started? Have any questions? Contact the Adhesion team.

Migrating email to G Suite — Existing businesses

If you have important emails or documents in your inbox that you need to keep, you can't just set up a new email. You'll need to connect your old email to your new email and transfer your old files and documents. Again, this can be really intimidating and confusing for most people. Luckily, Adhesion is a one-stop-shop for all online marketing needs, including email and G Suite. As part of Adhesion's G Suite service, we can transfer all emails and attachments to G Suite for you and your employees.

Want to get started? Have any questions? Contact the Adhesion team and ask for our "Domain, Email & G Suite Brochure".

Don't just take our word for it. See what our customers have to say:

  • "We have been working with Ricki-lee from Adhesion with our online marketing for a while now and I can tell you she is full of great ideas for getting people interested and contacting our business. In fact, Ricki-lee is now a very important part of our team, and I can't recommend her, and the team behind her, highly enough."

      Kevin Downing   June 2025

  • "I've really enjoyed working with Jen and Ryan from Adhesion! They've been very responsive and knowledgeable and have gone out of their way to help when I've needed campaigns setup in short notice. Highly recommend the team at Adhesion!!!"

      Karthik Hariharan   May 2025

  • "Very efficient in getting a result."

      Oksana Fediuk   May 2025

  • "We've been with Adhesion for a couple of years now, and they've consistently provided prompt and reliable support. Thanks a lot team for your expert advice and exceptional service throughout this time. Our Google Ads have been performing much better in recent months, thanks to your hard work and dedication. Our recent experiences with Ricki-Lee and Jennifer have been fantastic—it’s such a relief to know that we can be in contact anytime we need. It truly feels personal. Thanks again, ladies! 😊"

      Sandeep Nagpal   May 2025

  • "I have been with Adhesion for a couple of years and I am very confident that they are working in my best interest. Peter Volkov communicates well with me and picks up concepts about my business quickly. I am doing well in my business as a result of Adhesion's commitment to their client. I previously had an unfortunate experience of working with a large company who promised the world, charged the earth and delivered nothing of value. The difference now is outstanding."

      Karen @ Child Behaviour Service   April 2025

  • "Peter has done a great job running my google ads - highly recommended."

      Alex Patten   April 2025

  • "Working with Adhesion I have found them to not only be very helpful but also reasonable and fair on pricing"

      Rita Patel-Kumar   April 2025

  • "After years of watching clients get burned by faceless agencies and one-person marketers who vanish overnight, finding Phillippa at Adhesion felt like a revelation."

      Alex Mann   April 2025

  • "Ricki-Lee was an amazing account manager. Always pro-active and looking for improvements to my campaign. Would highly recommend!"

      Chris   April 2025

  • "A huge thank you to Adhesion, and especially to Ricki-lee, for being an absolute rockstar with my ad campaigns! From the very start, she’s been incredibly responsive—always quick to answer any questions and on top of everything to make sure my ads are running smoothly. I love how creative she is, the way she puts the ads together is just perfect! She continuously monitors and optimizes them, making sure they perform at their best. If you're looking for someone who truly cares about your success and delivers amazing results, Ricki-lee is the one!"

      Picnique Queenstown   February 2025

  • "I've had the pleasure of working with the Adhesion team for years, and they have consistently provided professional and valuable services. The entire team is fantastic to work with, and Courteney, in particular, stands out for her attentiveness and responsiveness. Her keen attention to detail and dedication to delivering top-quality service have greatly benefited our projects. I highly recommend Adhesion for their expertise, reliability, and outstanding customer support."

      Frank Krieger   January 2025

  • "Adhesion, Jen & Court have taken our online marketing strategy from strength to strength over the many years we have been using them for Gordon Harris. Courteney is an absolute star! Their knowledge is deep and broad, keeping us up to date with the latest opportunities to make our campaigns work better. Highly recommend."

      Laura Budd   January 2025

  • "I worked with Reuben @ Adhesion through a previous business which was sold and a new start up business of mine. Very prompt at setting up new campaigns, sorting issues and implementing changes. Nothing was ever an issue and all campaigns delivered acceptable results. Would recommend to any small business owner looking for a more personal agency."

      Kyle Simpson   December 2024

  • "We love working with the team at Adhesion, they did an outstanding job with our website—The Lodge at 58 North. Not only did they understand our unique needs as small business owners, but they also perfectly blended creativity and functionality, crafting a site that captures the spirit of our lodge while providing an intuitive, user-friendly experience for our guests. The team's attention to detail and expertise brought our vision to life, showcasing our lodge's unique charm and commitment to authentic experiences.The whole team is professional, highly responsive, and genuinely invested in our success—making us feel supported every step of the way. The result is a beautiful, functional website that reflects our lodge and makes it easy for visitors to explore, book, and get excited about their stay.We highly recommend the Adhesion Team—it's a joy to work with them!"

      Administrative Assistant   October 2024

  • "I would like to say that Reuben Nel from Adhesion has been of excellent assistance with our google words campaign. He has excellent knowledge and insight and could communicate that in an easy and understandable way. I would certainly recommend Reuben to you"

      Leave Calendar   October 2024

  • "We've been working with Courteney from Adhesion for a year now and it's one of the best business decisions we've made. The growth in online sales, as well as in-store referrals, is testament to Courteney’s expertise. Her communication is superb, she offers practical advice, and nothing is a problem. Highly recommend!"

      Velo Ronny's Bicycle Store   September 2024

  • "I have been using adhesion for about 2 months now and my ads and revenue has increased significantly, not too mention there customer service is 5 star. I will carry on working with this company and Rueben Thank you for great work. I highly recommend after using many different agency’s over the last 2 years in NZ and AU. Thanks Again James Roberts SPORTZONE"

      James   August 2024

Don't just take our word for it. See what our customers have to say:

"We have been working with Ricki-lee from Adhesion with our online marketing for a while now and I can tell you she is full of great ideas for getting people interested and contacting our business. In fact, Ricki-lee is now a very important part of our team, and I can't recommend her, and the team behind her, highly enough."
  Kevin Downing   June 2025

"I've really enjoyed working with Jen and Ryan from Adhesion! They've been very responsive and knowledgeable and have gone out of their way to help when I've needed campaigns setup in short notice. Highly recommend the team at Adhesion!!!"
  Karthik Hariharan   May 2025

"Very efficient in getting a result."
  Oksana Fediuk   May 2025

"We've been with Adhesion for a couple of years now, and they've consistently provided prompt and reliable support. Thanks a lot team for your expert advice and exceptional service throughout this time. Our Google Ads have been performing much better in recent months, thanks to your hard work and dedication. Our recent experiences with Ricki-Lee and Jennifer have been fantastic—it’s such a relief to know that we can be in contact anytime we need. It truly feels personal. Thanks again, ladies! 😊"
  Sandeep Nagpal   May 2025

"I have been with Adhesion for a couple of years and I am very confident that they are working in my best interest. Peter Volkov communicates well with me and picks up concepts about my business quickly. I am doing well in my business as a result of Adhesion's commitment to their client. I previously had an unfortunate experience of working with a large company who promised the world, charged the earth and delivered nothing of value. The difference now is outstanding."
  Karen @ Child Behaviour Service   April 2025

"Peter has done a great job running my google ads - highly recommended."
  Alex Patten   April 2025

"Working with Adhesion I have found them to not only be very helpful but also reasonable and fair on pricing"
  Rita Patel-Kumar   April 2025

"After years of watching clients get burned by faceless agencies and one-person marketers who vanish overnight, finding Phillippa at Adhesion felt like a revelation."
  Alex Mann   April 2025

"Ricki-Lee was an amazing account manager. Always pro-active and looking for improvements to my campaign. Would highly recommend!"
  Chris   April 2025

"A huge thank you to Adhesion, and especially to Ricki-lee, for being an absolute rockstar with my ad campaigns! From the very start, she’s been incredibly responsive—always quick to answer any questions and on top of everything to make sure my ads are running smoothly. I love how creative she is, the way she puts the ads together is just perfect! She continuously monitors and optimizes them, making sure they perform at their best. If you're looking for someone who truly cares about your success and delivers amazing results, Ricki-lee is the one!"
  Picnique Queenstown   February 2025

"I've had the pleasure of working with the Adhesion team for years, and they have consistently provided professional and valuable services. The entire team is fantastic to work with, and Courteney, in particular, stands out for her attentiveness and responsiveness. Her keen attention to detail and dedication to delivering top-quality service have greatly benefited our projects. I highly recommend Adhesion for their expertise, reliability, and outstanding customer support."
  Frank Krieger   January 2025

"Adhesion, Jen & Court have taken our online marketing strategy from strength to strength over the many years we have been using them for Gordon Harris. Courteney is an absolute star! Their knowledge is deep and broad, keeping us up to date with the latest opportunities to make our campaigns work better. Highly recommend."
  Laura Budd   January 2025

"I worked with Reuben @ Adhesion through a previous business which was sold and a new start up business of mine. Very prompt at setting up new campaigns, sorting issues and implementing changes. Nothing was ever an issue and all campaigns delivered acceptable results. Would recommend to any small business owner looking for a more personal agency."
  Kyle Simpson   December 2024

"We love working with the team at Adhesion, they did an outstanding job with our website—The Lodge at 58 North. Not only did they understand our unique needs as small business owners, but they also perfectly blended creativity and functionality, crafting a site that captures the spirit of our lodge while providing an intuitive, user-friendly experience for our guests. The team's attention to detail and expertise brought our vision to life, showcasing our lodge's unique charm and commitment to authentic experiences.The whole team is professional, highly responsive, and genuinely invested in our success—making us feel supported every step of the way. The result is a beautiful, functional website that reflects our lodge and makes it easy for visitors to explore, book, and get excited about their stay.We highly recommend the Adhesion Team—it's a joy to work with them!"
  Administrative Assistant   October 2024

"I would like to say that Reuben Nel from Adhesion has been of excellent assistance with our google words campaign. He has excellent knowledge and insight and could communicate that in an easy and understandable way. I would certainly recommend Reuben to you"
  Leave Calendar   October 2024

"We've been working with Courteney from Adhesion for a year now and it's one of the best business decisions we've made. The growth in online sales, as well as in-store referrals, is testament to Courteney’s expertise. Her communication is superb, she offers practical advice, and nothing is a problem. Highly recommend!"
  Velo Ronny's Bicycle Store   September 2024

"I have been using adhesion for about 2 months now and my ads and revenue has increased significantly, not too mention there customer service is 5 star. I will carry on working with this company and Rueben Thank you for great work. I highly recommend after using many different agency’s over the last 2 years in NZ and AU. Thanks Again James Roberts SPORTZONE"
  James   August 2024

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