Acronis Cyber Protect vs Dell PowerProtect Data Domain comparison

The compared Acronis and Dell Technologies solutions aren't in the same category. Acronis is ranked #7 in CB , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 3.9% mindshare in the category. Dell Technologies is ranked #1 in DS , with an average rating of 8.7, and holds a 25.4% mindshare. Additionally, 86% of Acronis users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 89% of Dell Technologies users who would recommend it.

Acronis Cyber Protect

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86% willing to recommend

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

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89% willing to recommend

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score

7.5

Users report a positive ROI for Acronis Cyber Protect, valuing recovery capabilities despite some financial challenges with bundled packages.

Sentiment score

6.6

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain excels in reducing costs and storage needs, optimized for large enterprises with significant data demands.

My customers see value in money and ROI with Acronis Cyber Protect, so they purchase it.

Mohamed Naeem

Responsible for Internet Technology Development at College of International Transport & Logistics - CITLC

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One is less floor space in the data center and the ability to pack more data into the backup storage on Dell PowerProtect Data Domain as compared to the traditional backup storage.

reviewer2776245

Vice President - Information Technology Systems Engineering at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

The best part is the compression and deduplication feature.

Pranav-Telang

Lead Architect at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

I find it cost-effective, and it does bring the return on investment.

Kuntal Malik

lead at Boston Scientific

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

6.5

Customer service and technical support vary, with unreliable response times despite valued 24/7 availability and remote access.

Sentiment score

7.2

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain customer service is praised for efficiency and responsiveness, despite some regional and response time inconsistencies.

Whenever I have a question, they respond very quickly each time.

Ronald Walther Domjan

IT Manager at HASNER TECNOLOGIA

I'll give them a nine for how responsive they are in technical support.

SameerMogale

Independent Business Owner at 3Kay Solutions

The support takes too much time to respond to callbacks.

Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

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They respond within 24 hours of case submission, which is crucial for maintaining the solution.

reviewer1144389

Sr System Expert at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees

I have dedicated support from Dell for Vietnam, and they are responsive.

Triet Pham

Information Technology Technician at Lac Viet Computing

I have encountered an issue before with other brands that would not have occurred with Dell.

Mohamed Abdel Salam

Senior Sells at Enterprise Sigma Technology

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.0

Acronis Cyber Protect is scalable, flexible, and performant, with minor issues affecting on-premise users more than cloud users.

Sentiment score

6.8

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain offers scalable storage, supports cloud expansion, efficiently uses space, and is easy for administrators to manage.

Acronis Cyber Protect is a scalable product.

Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

I would rate it eight on a scale from 1 to 10 for scalability, considering it will be multiple assets.

SameerMogale

Independent Business Owner at 3Kay Solutions

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The scalability depends on the IT department's strategy.

reviewer1144389

Sr System Expert at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is very scalable; it expands easily with new enclosures.

Branko Cirovic

Storage Engineer at Comtrade Group

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain can scale up horizontally to meet the growing needs of our organization.

Kuntal Malik

lead at Boston Scientific

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.4

Acronis Cyber Protect is dependable, stable, with efficient backups, though updates and UI delays pose occasional challenges.

Sentiment score

8.2

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is praised for stability, reliability, quick recovery from failures, and efficient data replication.

It ended up being at a point where we actually had to disable some features in order for the client to work through that specific purpose.

SameerMogale

Independent Business Owner at 3Kay Solutions

The stability of Acronis Cyber Protect is very high.

Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

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We have never encountered issues such as data corruption with these systems.

Branko Cirovic

Storage Engineer at Comtrade Group

I have not experienced any downtime, crashes, or performance issues with it.

Eng_MIR

IT Infrastructure and Telecom TL at a construction company with 51-200 employees

Dell is especially more stable in the enterprise product.

Mohamed Abdel Salam

Senior Sells at Enterprise Sigma Technology

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Room For Improvement

Acronis Cyber Protect could improve user interface, installation, compatibility, performance, support, pricing, and integration for enhanced functionality.

Enhancements needed in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain include pricing, installation, interface, support, cloud integration, deduplication, and ransomware protection.

It's only after we discovered there was a compatibility issue with the application that the client was running that we actually had to do a lot of log file shipping to Acronis themselves and getting solutions because of other problems.

SameerMogale

Independent Business Owner at 3Kay Solutions

Having something such as a community for peer-to-peer interaction would be a valuable asset.

Mohamed Naeem

Responsible for Internet Technology Development at College of International Transport & Logistics - CITLC

The Protect environment should automatically secure the last backup screens to prevent any changes, even by an admin.

Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

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Local support must be available in the country.

A. AhadAlam

Head Of Systems Group at NCCPL

We can leverage writing NAS level backup into Dell PowerProtect Data Domain rather than utilizing any other software tools such as Networker.

reviewer2776245

Vice President - Information Technology Systems Engineering at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain represents the fastest and most reliable solution, ensuring great integration with backup software.

Branko Cirovic

Storage Engineer at Comtrade Group

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Setup Cost

Acronis Cyber Protect offers affordable licensing options, though some find it expensive in large environments, yet valued for capabilities.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is expensive for small firms but valued by enterprises for performance, despite rising post-2023 costs.

I would rate the price as nine out of ten.

Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

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It is almost four times the earlier price.

Sufyan Khan

Head of Sales and Operations at New Horizon Computers

The pricing has become higher since July, and the license costs are more expensive compared to the past.

Houssem Sandli

Technical manager at Advanced Computer Technology (ACT)

The price for PowerProtect DD is not suitable for my customers. It is very high.

Triet Pham

Information Technology Technician at Lac Viet Computing

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Valuable Features

Acronis Cyber Protect combines easy interface, backup, and cybersecurity for versatile OS support with centralized management and cloud storage.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain excels in deduplication, integrates with major platforms, enhances data transfer, and optimizes backup processes.

The biggest benefit of Acronis Cyber Protect for my customers is that it is a great asset to protect business data and ensure data is in a secure Vault.

Mohamed Naeem

Responsible for Internet Technology Development at College of International Transport & Logistics - CITLC

The NASDAQ level CFS level backup is the feature I find most beneficial for our data protection strategy.

Mohd Fahim

IT Specialist at Ramton Technologies Pvt Ltd

This is beneficial because any backup package stored in the cloud is not free, and if it shrinks well, it allows users to pay less for cloud storage.

Ronald Walther Domjan

IT Manager at HASNER TECNOLOGIA

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The most valuable feature of Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain) is its deduplication capability.

Houssem Sandli

Technical manager at Advanced Computer Technology (ACT)

Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain) is highly consistent, durable, easy to install, scalable, and compatible with any software today.

Sufyan Khan

Head of Sales and Operations at New Horizon Computers

The most beneficial features in the product are compatibility, which is the most valuable function.

A. AhadAlam

Head Of Systems Group at NCCPL

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Categories and Ranking

Acronis Cyber Protect

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

123

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (12th), Cloud Backup (7th)

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Deduplication Software (1st), Disk Based Backup Systems (1st)

Mindshare comparison

Acronis Cyber Protect and Dell PowerProtect Data Domain aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Acronis Cyber Protect is designed for Cloud Backup and holds a mindshare of 3.9%, down 6.7% compared to last year.
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain, on the other hand, focuses on Deduplication Software, holds 25.4% mindshare, down 29.2% since last year.

Cloud Backup Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Acronis Cyber Protect	3.9%
Veeam Data Platform	8.9%
Commvault Cloud	6.8%
Other	80.4%

Cloud Backup

Deduplication Software Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain	25.4%
HPE StoreOnce	18.1%
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager	12.7%
Other	43.8%

Deduplication Software

Featured Reviews

Mohamed Naeem

Responsible for Internet Technology Development at College of International Transport & Logistics - CITLC

Has ensured reliable data protection and quick recovery across various industries

The features of Acronis Cyber Protect that I find most useful for my customers are the Vault, data protection, and the ability to protect and access data anytime with the Vault feature. The AI-based antimalware feature in Acronis Cyber Protect is very effective in preventing cyber threats. AI is a good asset in protecting cybersecurity because it provides inception into threats and how to react with them before securing. It is very important and a great asset as a feature. The biggest benefit of Acronis Cyber Protect for my customers is that it is a great asset to protect business data and ensure data is in a secure Vault. Users can gain access to their data anytime. My future work will require mobility, so cloud-based access to data will be very beneficial.

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Branko Cirovic

Storage Engineer at Comtrade Group

Provides seamless backup integration and long-term reliability for enterprise data protection

The price is quite high; this product is not considered cheap. Additionally, if you use higher availability boxes, they also come at a premium price. However, they provide business continuity, which is the main reason why companies invest in this solution. Tape is slow; when restoring several virtual machines or databases amounting to several terabytes, Dell PowerProtect Data Domain represents the fastest and most reliable solution, ensuring great integration with backup software. If a customer has limited budget constraints, they may opt for cheaper external storage comprised of just a bunch of disks and utilize it for backup, as backup is not a business-critical service. However, I see great value in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain because it is fully automated, features great integration with backup software, and provides good value for money. I would rate software support as a ten, while I would give hardware support a seven. I never give any product a perfect score; I think Dell PowerProtect Data Domain deserves a nine. The only minor problems are the certificate issue and the price. These certificate issues are quite rare and mainly arise when we forget to restart and upgrade the box for several years.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

17%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	68
Midsize Enterprise	15
Large Enterprise	23

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	35
Midsize Enterprise	23
Large Enterprise	36

Questions from the Community

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How does Acronis Backup compare with Veeam Backup & Replication?

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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 primary use case for Dell EMC PowerProtect DD (Data Domain)?

My use cases for it involve primarily backing up the on-premises servers, and besides that, we also provision CIFS shares and NFS exports on Dell PowerProtect Data Domain.

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What do you like most about Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain)?

The product, a disk backup solution, improves our data application tasks. We used tape libraries with Dev drives in legacy architectures, resulting in slow backups compared to modern drives like NV...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain)?

I purchased Dell PowerProtect Data Domain through a local partner.

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Comparisons

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Compared 12% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

Commvault Cloud vs Acronis Cyber Protect

Compared 6% of the time

R-Drive Image vs Acronis Cyber Protect

Compared 3% of the time

Veritas NetBackup vs Acronis Cyber Protect

Compared 2% of the time

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HPE StoreOnce vs Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

Compared 26% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

Dell PowerProtect Data Manager vs Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

Compared 6% of the time

Veeam Data Platform vs Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

Compared 5% of the time

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Product Reports

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Acronis Cyber Protect

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Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

January 2026

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Also Known As

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

DataDomain, Dell EMC Data Domain, PowerProtect Data Domain

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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Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is the leading backup appliance built for powerful cyber resilience and seamless integration into on-premises environments. It supports both traditional and modern workloads, simplifying operations while reducing risks and costs.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain offers scalable storage capabilities that integrate smoothly with backup systems. Its deduplication and compression technologies enhance storage efficiency by significantly reducing data volumes. Users appreciate its secure data protection, excellent deduplication and compression, efficient data replication, and the DD Boost protocol for faster data transfer. However, feedback suggests improvements are needed in areas like complex VTL tape addition, high pricing, and challenging cloud integration. The implementation may benefit from boosted processing power and enhanced ransomware protection.

What are the key features of Dell PowerProtect Data Domain?

Deduplication and Compression: Significantly reduces data volumes, optimizing storage usage.
Efficient Data Replication: Enhances data protection by securely transferring data across locations.
DD Boost Protocol: Promotes faster data transfer, streamlining backup processes.
Scalable Storage: Adapts to varying data capacities, ensuring growth accommodation.
Secure Data Protection: Safeguards data with robust encryption and protection features.

What benefits should be expected from Dell PowerProtect Data Domain?

Space and Cost Savings: Achieves reductions in data footprint, lowering storage expenses.
Reliable Backup and Recovery: Provides consistent and fast data backup and restoration capabilities.
Seamless Integration: Operates smoothly with existing backup software and environments.
Data Security: Offers comprehensive data protection to ensure business continuity.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is widely employed across various sectors like banking, finance, and government for its backup, deduplication, and archiving functions. Organizations utilize it with software like Veeam and NetWorker to optimize bandwidth, manage large data capacities, and deliver secure, reliable backup features, supporting both on-premises and hybrid deployments.

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