Azure NetApp Files is designed for unstructured data, virtualized SAP systems, SQL backups, NFS and CIFS protocols, Azure Virtual Desktop storage, and optimizing file share services. It supports high performance and networking integration in Microsoft Azure.
Product | Market Share (%) |
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Azure NetApp Files | 14.0% |
NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP | 14.3% |
Nasuni | 10.8% |
Other | 60.9% |
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Category | Cloud Migration | Aug 25, 2025 | Download |
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Comparison | Azure NetApp Files vs NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP | Aug 25, 2025 | Download |
Comparison | Azure NetApp Files vs HPE Zerto Software | Aug 25, 2025 | Download |
Comparison | Azure NetApp Files vs Nasuni | Aug 25, 2025 | Download |
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IBM Turbonomic | 4.4 | 3.7% | 98% | 205 interviewsAdd to research |
Microsoft Azure File Storage | 4.1 | N/A | 97% | 50 interviewsAdd to research |
Company Size | Count |
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Small Business | 4 |
Midsize Enterprise | 2 |
Large Enterprise | 12 |
Company Size | Count |
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Small Business | 109 |
Midsize Enterprise | 67 |
Large Enterprise | 361 |
Azure NetApp Files offers features such as SnapMirror for data protection, rapid provisioning, elastic scaling, and ultra-fast SQL backup and restore. It provides a seamless experience with fast snapshotting, high availability, security, and ease of setup. Users benefit from significant performance improvements and the ability to manage substantial workload migrations effortlessly. This service is ideal for environments like Azure Kubernetes Service and cloud EPM platforms, where speed, flexibility, and performance are crucial.
What are the key features?Azure NetApp Files is implemented in various industries requiring robust file storage solutions, from educational environments where performance boosts are critical to businesses leveraging Azure Kubernetes Service for containerized applications. It supports high-demand environments, optimizing data management and improving efficiency.
Azure NetApp Files was previously known as NetApp ANF, ANF.
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Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
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Cloud/Data/Database Manager at a government with 10,001+ employees | 4.0 | I use Azure NetApp Files for database backups. Its most valuable feature is the ability to perform a 60-terabyte snapshot in minutes. It's reliable and efficient for disaster recovery. However, it could improve storage compression. Overall, it's a solid investment. |
Digital Systems Engineer at British Petroleum | 3.5 | We primarily use Azure NetApp Files for backup, but I find it complicated and all Azure services confusing. We're using it due to our existing express route purchase, although configuration and support aren't satisfactory, and alternatives weren't considered. |
Technology Lead at Infosys | 4.0 | We utilize Azure NetApp Files for authentication and data storage, benefiting from its high availability and flexibility without downtime. Despite its expense, it offers performance boosts and is more reliable than our previous setup, which had connectivity issues. |
Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer at Mphasis | 3.0 | I use Azure NetApp Files to optimize file share performance, appreciating its SnapMirror feature for backups. However, the support ticket system needs improvement for better collaboration with NetApp. It has been cost-effective compared to traditional storage solutions. |
Cloud Consultant at Ensono | 4.0 | We primarily use Azure NetApp Files for Azure Virtual Desktop to store user profiles, valuing its replication and performance features. We desire more paired regions for replication. We switched from Azure Files due to improved performance and replication ease, seeing a 15% ROI. |
Sr. Storage Engineer at a retailer with 10,001+ employees | 4.5 | No summary available |
Pre-sales consultant at a engineering company with 10,001+ employees | 3.5 | As a consultant for Azure NetApp Files, I've found it easy to set up with good throughput compared to cost. However, there's room for improvement in its ABS environment. I use it on the Microsoft Azure platform. |
Microsoft Azure Cloud Architect at a tech services company with 51-200 employees | 3.5 | As a solutions architect, I often recommend Azure NetApp Files for clients needing high IOPS due to its exceptional performance and seamless Azure integration. However, improvements are needed in deployment simplicity, regional availability, and disaster recovery options for enhanced security. |