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Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud vs Bareos comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud
Ranking in Cloud Backup
8th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
54
Ranking in other categories
SaaS Backup (3rd)
Bareos
Ranking in Cloud Backup
17th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is 1.6%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Bareos is 2.0%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud Backup Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud1.6%
Bareos2.0%
Other96.4%
Cloud Backup
 

Featured Reviews

Stavros Samiotis - PeerSpot reviewer
Restores files accidentally deleted by developers and efficiently blocked a lot of attacks against our servers
The backup, the vulnerability assessment, and the anti-malware capabilities have been most impactful for data protection. Acronis approaches cybersecurity holistically, focusing on five key pillars: * Protection * Detection * Response * Recovery * Forensics It covers the need to block threats, investigate incidents, and ensure disaster recovery. This approach aligns well with current cybersecurity trends, including backups and deploying Malware Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems alongside Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) systems. While it doesn't yet include features like password management or security awareness training for end-users, Acronis has announced plans to integrate those in upcoming updates.
GiovanniRamirez - PeerSpot reviewer
High-performance backup with fast recovery and robust encryption features
I use Gluster as a backup. In fact, my company has a product called xBackup, which is completely based on Gluster. It includes various tools and technologies for high-performance backup, including solid-state technologies and mechanical disks, among others. Additionally, I use various other…

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"We find the product to be very scalable."
"The most valuable feature I have found the be the management console it is very easy to use and automation is important. Additionally, overall the solution is easy to use."
"The most valuable feature is disaster recovery."
"The management, backup, and recovery features are all very good."
"Stability is a ten. No issues, no performance drops, and no crashes."
"It is a scalable solution."
"The integration with multiple modules in the console and the backup and recovery features are very good."
"I have found many of the backup options valuable such as logging the event backup and the ability to run an analysis of the backup before you start for problems."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is the ease of installation it provides its users."
"Bareos offers encryption on the fly, compression on the fly, and a robust and stable configuration."
 

Cons

"We've had some troubles with the data center."
"​For you to actually see the full logs, you have to use additional tools or even contact support so they can pull them with own tools."
"The solution's provisioning of packages and how they are charged could be improved."
"The solution could improve by being more user-friendly."
"They could support Linux OS primarily for servers."
"We are forced to purchase space in Acronis' private cloud, which is expensive."
"I would like to see more integration with SIEM solutions."
"I would like to see more mature XDR and EDR features. Additionally, for backups, I would like more replication options beyond the current VMXI replication."
"Improvement is needed in the graphical web administration tool."
"The virtual machine backup is an area with shortcomings that need improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Acronis is cost effective and I would rate it two out of ten."
"We pay monthly for the use of the solution."
"It is good value for money."
"The product’s pricing is expensive."
"It's relatively cheap, but you see the benefits more at a higher volume."
"I have been using pay as you go with Acronis, so the price is good.​"
"I am not the one who is paying for it, but based on what I know, it is not very expensive. It has a good price."
"The solution is moderately priced."
"I use the open-source version of Bareos, which means I used the free version of the solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
19%
Computer Software Company
14%
Real Estate/Law Firm
6%
Retailer
5%
Comms Service Provider
16%
Computer Software Company
14%
University
13%
Non Profit
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business40
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise8
No data available
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud?
It covers the need to block threats, investigate incidents, and ensure disaster recovery. This approach aligns well with current cybersecurity trends.
What needs improvement with Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud?
I would like to see more mature XDR and EDR features. Additionally, for backups, I would like more replication options beyond the current VMXI replication. Specific areas also need improvement, and...
What is your primary use case for Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud?
We are a distributor of cybersecurity and IT solutions. I am responsible for Acronis development in our country. We use both Acronis Cyber Protect On Prem and Cyber Protect Cloud.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Bareos?
The open-source version of Bareos, along with their commercial support plans, offer very fair pricing and good value.
What needs improvement with Bareos?
Improvement is needed in the graphical web administration tool. Although everything can be done via the command line, an improved graphical interface would be more comfortable. I've seen improvemen...
What is your primary use case for Bareos?
I use Gluster as a backup. In fact, my company has a product called xBackup, which is completely based on Gluster. It includes various tools and technologies for high-performance backup, including ...
 

Also Known As

Acronis Protect Cloud, Acronis Backup Cloud
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