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Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud vs pCloud comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

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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
20th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
55
Ranking in other categories
SaaS Backup (9th)
pCloud
Ranking in Cloud Backup
41st
Average Rating
9.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.8
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2026, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is 1.4%, down from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of pCloud is 0.8%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud Backup Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud1.4%
pCloud0.8%
Other97.8%
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Featured Reviews

Bala_Krishna - PeerSpot reviewer
Director at esupport Solutions Pvt ltd
Has supported virtual and file backups efficiently while some support issues remain
Our major use case is virtual systems backup as well as file backups The centralized management dashboard helps with team efficiency as well as handling security tasks. The product also includes an AI-based anti-malware feature. It effectively helps us with team efficiency and managing security…
it_user1027515 - PeerSpot reviewer
Photographer at MS Solutions Ltd.
Enables me to access my files from all kind of devices and operating systems
I trust pCloud to store my business and personal files like photos, videos, university books, etc. pCloud is always there when I need it I can access my files from all kind of devices and operating systems. I do not need any more external flash drives. I can even edit my files directly in the…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Disaster recovery is good."
"It provides quick backup recovery."
"The management, backup, and recovery features are all very good."
"The agent, which is installed on the system, can do Quality of Service."
"I would recommend this solution. It's easy and fast, you don't need to be on-premises you can use it from anywhere."
"We turn on the solution and it works well for backing up our data, it is easy to use."
"From a security standpoint, it provides robust protection to prevent system crashes and data loss."
"The disaster recovery feature."
"I trust pCloud to store my business and personal files like photos, videos, university books, etc. pCloud is always there when I need it."
"The pCloud sync server client has worked well in the trial version."
"I can access my files from all kind of devices and operating systems. I do not need any more external flash drives. I can even edit my files directly in the cloud using pCloud Drive."
"I like the interface and that they add new features all the time, but I use it mainly for the sync option which keeps my files up to date."
"pCloud is one of my favourite cloud storage services that help me to store and share important images, videos, and files."
"Excellent service."
"After a lot of tests, I found pCloud to be the most secure and affordable solution for independent businesses like myself."
"The sync process has been quick, and the software correctly maintains the same file structure as in File Explorer."
 

Cons

"The technical support could be improved. When you create a ticket, the responsiveness you'd expect is lacking."
"The solution should increase its security features."
"Support could be improved, and awareness is important."
"Advanced backup is an area with certain shortcomings where improvements are required."
"I faced some problems with the solution's local sign-in part."
"The speed of the backup process in the solution can be improved"
"Reporting is not on par. It needs some more information as per customer or partner interest. I hope Acronis is working on it."
"While we use the product to perform daily backups, restoring them from the cloud server often takes a significant amount of time."
"Integration with third-party software mostly. Also, online file editing option for documents."
"I would like to be able to edit the files at the same time with the others, but I understand that this is not possible with the cloud solutions in general."
"Sometimes the desktop sync can take some moment before starting the sync process. Also, pCloud should improve their customer care service."
"My recommendation is that support could be better, even though sometimes things can be technically complicated."
"I would really like to be able to search entire documents."
"I'd like to be able to edit my files via the mobile device without downloading the file on my local space."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I have been using pay as you go with Acronis, so the price is good.​"
"I would rate the pricing of Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud as five out of ten"
"The cost of Acronis Backup Cloud is good. They have several licensing models that customers can choose from."
"Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud's price is reasonable."
"It's a subscription license with free trial licenses."
"It's a monthly payment of $1,000 USD."
"The solution is moderately priced, where it is neither cheap nor expensive."
"The product’s pricing is expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
17%
Outsourcing Company
12%
Construction Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
20%
Construction Company
13%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Healthcare Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business42
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Large Enterprise1
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud?
Support could be improved, and awareness is important.
What is your primary use case for Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud?
Our major use case is virtual systems backup as well as file backups.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud?
In India, the pricing of Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is relatively low compared to other competitors. It is well-suited for tech companies and institutes.
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Also Known As

Acronis Protect Cloud, Acronis Backup Cloud
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Sample Customers

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