Dell Data Protection Advisor Reviews

Name: Dell Data Protection Advisor
Brand: Dell Technologies
Rating: 4.2 (13 reviews)

4.2 out of 5

13 reviews
90% willing to recommend

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What is Dell Data Protection Advisor?

Effectively managing your data protection environment can be labor intensive and complex. It requires knowledge of backup applications, replication technologies, and the entire supporting infrastructure, yet it is critical in keeping your data secure.

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Dell Data Protection Advisor is the #25 ranked solution in best Backup and Recovery Software. PeerSpot users give Dell Data Protection Advisor an average rating of 8.4 out of 10. Dell Data Protection Advisor is most commonly compared to Veeam Data Platform: Dell Data Protection Advisor vs Veeam Data Platform. Dell Data Protection Advisor is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 61% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a financial services firm, accounting for 12% of all views.

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Dell Data Protection Advisor

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AnkurGupta1

Lead Consultan at HCL Technologies

I am currently working with other companies on data center solutions. In our data center, we work with HP, Dell, and Nutanix on data center build-up and migrations. I work with Dell Data Protection Advisor for cloud, though not extensively, and we provided that solution to one customer and are awaiting their approval. I am a reseller and service provider. We implemented Dell Data Protection Advisor for data privacy, and another team handles data protection and related issues. I did not work extensively on specific features, so nothing particularly stands out. From my reseller and end customer perspective, I would rate Dell Data Protection Advisor an eight out of ten as it is a good solution.

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ErmiasGirma

System and Cloud Deployment Engineer at Safaricom Ethiopia plc

As a system engineer, I am deploying Dell Data Protection Advisor solutions, especially in the areas of protection like Avamar, NetWorker, and Data Domain. Our team has deployed these solutions for three organizations in Africa and India Dell Data Protection Advisor provides proactive support by…

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Mario Castillo

Jefe de IT at Asociación de Azucareros de Guatemala

I would rate this solution 8 out of 10. It would be a 10 for me if there were more features for disaster recovery. For someone who wants to implement this solution, my advice is that they need advanced knowledge about the solution. It can't be implemented without technical experience.

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Dell Data Protection Advisor mindshare

As of June 2025, the mindshare of Dell Data Protection Advisor in the Backup and Recovery category stands at 0.4%, down from 0.5% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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PeerResearch reports based on Dell Data Protection Advisor reviews

Type	Title	Date
Category	Backup and Recovery	Jun 8, 2025	Download
Product	Reviews, tips, and advice from real users	Jun 8, 2025	Download
Comparison	Dell Data Protection Advisor vs Veeam Data Platform	Jun 8, 2025	Download
Comparison	Dell Data Protection Advisor vs Zerto	Jun 8, 2025	Download
Comparison	Dell Data Protection Advisor vs Commvault Cloud	Jun 8, 2025	Download

Title	Rating	Mindshare	Recommending
Veeam Data Platform	4.3	15.6%	94%	424 interviews Add to research
Commvault Cloud	4.3	7.5%	95%	110 interviews Add to research

Valuable Features

Dell Data Protection Advisor features include compression, deduplication, extensive reporting capabilities, data protection and retention, integration with multiple platforms, compliance management, and seamless integration with other Dell solutions. Users appreciate the ability to tailor reports, monitor backup statuses, and meet auditing needs with detailed reports and predictive insights. It supports multi-vendor environments and offers flexibility and scalability in licensing, enhancing reporting efficiency through customizable functionalities.

"I have never found any glitch in any Dell solution to date."
"The product's ability to give predictions and advice on how to protect data is incredible."
"It supports our chargeback process by identifying resource users, which helps ensure that departments are billed accurately for data protection services rather than receiving them for free."

Room for Improvement

Dell Data Protection Advisor needs improved integration with Microsoft and Nutanix, enhanced customization and ease of report creation, and better support for handling security vulnerabilities. Users face difficulties due to a steep learning curve, limited functionality, and unreliable stability. Improving analytics and offering more insightful data could increase competitiveness. Response times for customer support need significant improvement, and minor enhancements in the interface and pricing would boost user experience.

"From a service perspective, improvements are needed at Dell because when customers call, it takes a long time to get a response for calls or emails. Response time is the main problem that needs addressing."
"Some minor adjustments could be made regarding the graphical interface and customization options."
"The product could be improved by addressing intermittent collector failures affecting status reports' accuracy."

ROI

Dell Data Protection Advisor delivers strong financial benefits by helping users achieve around 75% ROI within a short timeframe and remains effective over a span of two years. Professionals affirm its effectiveness in performing necessary technical tasks while simultaneously addressing customer demands for privacy protection.

Pricing

Dell Data Protection Advisor users report that its pricing is moderate, finding the product affordable and competitively priced. Discounts are available for customers with extensive Dell products. Licensing for Dell Data Protection Suite is included, requiring additional licensing for separate components like NetWorker. Setup costs can include fees for consultants. An upfront payment for several years is required, and customers can opt for annual maintenance contracts. The product satisfies many users' cost expectations.

"The product pricing has been satisfactory, particularly with the economy of scale in our agreement."
"The product is affordable."
"If the customer has huge lineup of Dell Products then they receive discount on the pricing."

Popular Use Cases

Dell Data Protection Advisor is used for backups, including daily and head of reporting. Organizations utilize it for backup and recovery, on-premise backup access, forecasting data growth, identifying resource users for accurate billing, and ensuring data protection. It generates reports on backup health, covering capacity, compression, deduplication, workloads, and failures. Teams employ it in environments like Avamar, NetWorker, and Data Domain, while enhancing data privacy and handling maintenance issues.

Service and Support

Dell Data Protection Advisor's customer service is generally praised. Users appreciate the knowledgeable and responsive support team. Despite some challenges with initial usage and upgrades, technical support is effective, providing valuable assistance, thorough guidance, and quick responses. Regional support offices and communication channels like email and toll-free numbers are available, enhancing accessibility. Some users suggest room for improvement, but many find the support experience positive, acknowledging certified engineers within their organizations for basic troubleshooting.

Deployment

Initial setup of Dell Data Protection Advisor is generally straightforward, with deployment times varying from one hour to a few months based on complexity and environment. Many find it simple with installation taking one day or less, requiring one person. Others note complexity with setups involving multiple data stores or clusters. Maintenance typically needs minimal personnel. The presence of built-in features like IDPA can simplify the process significantly.

Scalability

Dell Data Protection Advisor exhibits mixed scalability insights. Some find it highly scalable and efficient for diverse networks, rating it high, while others face challenges requiring precise sizing. Users in various sectors appreciate its easy deployment across Linux and Windows. A few mention limitations without specifying. Several companies use it extensively, rating it positively, yet some encounter problems expanding environments, necessitating additional data protection tools. Efficient scalability accommodates mid to high-range enterprise clients.

Stability

Dell Data Protection Advisor demonstrates high stability, receiving ratings primarily between nine and ten out of ten from users. It is characterized as very stable, with occasional minor issues often related to collectors. Users find it reliable due to their experience with Dell over many years without encountering significant problems. Descriptions like "rock solid" further emphasize its dependable performance.

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Learn more about Dell Data Protection Advisor

With Dell Data Protection Advisor, you can automate and centralize the collection, monitoring and reporting of this data and get a single, comprehensive view of your environment, no matter where your data resides. This includes monitoring data on AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud.

With clear visibility, you can gain actionable insight and effectively manage service levels while reducing costs and complexity. You can also collect and report on that data to help other stakeholders make the best decisions for your organization.

Data Protection Advisor is available as part of Dell Data Protection Suite.

Dell Data Protection Advisor was previously known as DPA.