Acronis Cyber Protect vs Carbonite Safe Backup comparison

Acronis and Carbonite are both solutions in the Cloud Backup category. Acronis is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.2, while Carbonite is ranked #27 with an average rating of 10.0. Acronis holds a 6.0% mindshare in CB, compared to Carbonite’s 0.1% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Acronis users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Carbonite users who would recommend it.

Acronis Cyber Protect

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87% willing to recommend

Carbonite Safe Backup

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100% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Acronis Cyber Protect

Ranking in Cloud Backup

5th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

121

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (8th)

Carbonite Safe Backup

Ranking in Cloud Backup

27th

Average Rating

10.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of Acronis Cyber Protect is 6.0%, down from 8.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Carbonite Safe Backup is 0.1%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

Cost-effective with good data protection and a straightforward setup

Acronis Cyber Protect shows only a few features. We are using their default type of security I am using the default features of Acronis Security. The NASDAQ level CFS level backup is the feature I find most beneficial for our data protection strategy. It's a very cost-effective product. The…

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Bert Hickman

Owner at Stoneridge Engineering, LLC

Continuous backup ensures data safety and seamless operation

One of the most valuable features of Carbonite Safe Backup is its ability to support versioning, which allows me to restore previous versions if I accidentally mess up the data. It works silently in the background, and when needed, it's readily available. The seamless operation, 'set it and forget it,' ensures ease of use without causing system issues or interactions. Additionally, the continuous backup mode functions flawlessly.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"For me, the tool proved most valuable in scenarios where it offered easy setup, fast backups, and recognition of SQL logs on virtual machines."

"It has simple buying options and deployments. You can buy on-cloud, on-premises, or hybrid solutions. Acronis Backup is very easy to deploy. It also does not consume much hardware. The administrator's tasks are very simple. It is very user friendly, and it also has good security features with low-level encryption and data encryption."

"The ability to clone backups."

"I would definitely say the backup and recovery. It used to be a separate module. It was a recovery part and it would literally duplicate the machine to bare bones."

"For my first experience, it is the best software for backups, especially for a five-system backup."

"Acronis has a very rich functionality."

"It is a very fast and reliable backup, which requires less management and restores quickly."

"The main reason we went with Acronis Cyber Protect is because it provides a virtual machine backup feature."

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"One of the most valuable features of Carbonite Safe Backup is its ability to support versioning, which allows me to restore previous versions if I accidentally mess up the data."

"I would recommend Carbonite to others with simple requirements. It does exactly what I need."

Cons

"I would change the GUI a little to make it a bit more interactive. It should have a slightly more updated look, not something which looks like it was designed five years ago despite the fact it is easy to follow and very appealing."

"I can't select a network location. I have to map a drive on the server, and then I have to select the mapped drive in order for it to put the backup out there."

"The dashboards for digital operations can be improved."

"This is not a feature-rich solution."

"When I first started using Acronis, I found it a little bit confusing when it came to the configuration."

"It supports Microsoft SQL and Microsoft Exchange, but it does not support Oracle databases or Postgres."

"The problems that we face are often related to the customer's network, although sometimes there are problems with the software, such as an error in the configuration."

"The solution's reporting feature could be better."

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"In the past, I faced a problem where Carbonite would interfere with system restore operations on a Windows 10 machine."

"In the past, I faced a problem where Carbonite would interfere with system restore operations on a Windows 10 machine. This issue was resolved with Windows 11."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price is reasonable."

"The current subscription model of Acronis Backup compared to other backup solutions is not costly."

"It has already paid off itself in the first few months that we implemented it."

"It is a low-cost solution."

"This is an affordable product and fits within our customers' budgets."

"We pay a yearly subscription fee and the pricing is reasonable."

"There is a license required for this solution and it can be on a monthly basis."

"Licensing fees are billed annually and there are no extra charges."

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Computer Software Company

18%

Comms Service Provider

10%

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Questions from the Community

Major Differences Between These 4 Backup and Disaster Recovery Solutions?

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How does Acronis Backup compare with Veeam Backup & Replication?

Acronis Backup is a versatile backup-as-a-service solution for service providers. It allows you to protect workloads on-premises and in the cloud and provide backup to any storage. The deployment i...

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What do you like most about Acronis Backup?

One of its most valuable aspects is its user-friendly interface.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Carbonite Safe Backup?

My experience with pricing is positive. The plan is fairly priced, and since Carbonite meets my needs, I have no reason to change.

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What needs improvement with Carbonite Safe Backup?

In the past, I faced a problem where Carbonite would interfere with system restore operations on a Windows 10 machine. This issue was resolved with Windows 11. That said, initially, Carbonite and W...

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What is your primary use case for Carbonite Safe Backup?

I utilize Carbonite Safe Backup for continuous cloud backup. It is set to continually back up my files and data.

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Also Known As

Acronis Backup, Acronis Backup 12.5 Standard, Acronis Backup 12.5 Advanced

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Overview

Acronis Cyber Protect offers a revolutionary approach to cyber protection by integrating data protection with cybersecurity. This integrated method eliminates complexity challenges, delivers better protection against today’s threats, and maximizes efficiency by saving time and money. With its full-stack antimalware protection and comprehensive endpoint management, Acronis Cyber Protect combats advanced cyberattacks with a unique integration of protection technologies while simplifying daily IT operations, endpoint deployments and management, and reporting. Now you can manage all cyber protection aspects from a single pane of glass.

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Carbonite Safe Backup offers a reliable and secure cloud-based data protection solution tailored for home and business users seeking efficient backup and recovery capabilities.

Designed for individuals and organizations, Carbonite Safe Backup provides seamless data backup with features that ensure data integrity and accessibility. Ideal for environments where data protection is critical, it helps in maintaining business continuity by safeguarding important information from unexpected data loss. Users appreciate its integration capabilities with other tools and its user-friendly setup, ensuring smooth operational workflows.

What are the key features of Carbonite Safe Backup?

Automatic Cloud Backup: Protects data continuously without manual intervention.
Remote File Access: Allows users to access files from any location via the cloud.
Encryption and Security: Ensures data is encrypted at rest and during transmission.
Versioning and File Retention: Offers multiple file versions and backups to reduce data loss risks.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Cost Efficiency: Reduces the cost of data loss with affordable subscription options.
Business Continuity: Ensures uninterrupted operations through reliable data recovery.
User Satisfaction: Simplifies data management, enhancing confidence in data security.

In industries like healthcare and finance, data protection is crucial. Carbonite Safe Backup finds applications by offering solutions that comply with strict regulatory requirements while providing scalable data backup and recovery options. It integrates with existing IT infrastructures to streamline backup processes without disrupting day-to-day operations.

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Sample Customers

Kings Academy, Rush Memorial, Pentagon Credit Union, Oxford School District, New York City Probation, Dolmen Insurance, New Bedford Community Health, Gerard Darel, Ready Honda

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