Acronis Cyber Protect vs Retrospect Backup comparison

Acronis and Retrospect Inc are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. Acronis is ranked #9 with an average rating of 7.9, while Retrospect Inc is ranked #98. Acronis holds a 4.2% mindshare in BRS, compared to Retrospect Inc’s 0.1% mindshare. Additionally, 86% of Acronis users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Retrospect Inc users who would recommend it.

Acronis Cyber Protect

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86% willing to recommend

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100% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Acronis Cyber Protect

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

9th

Ranking in Cloud Backup

6th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

122

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Retrospect Backup

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

98th

Ranking in Cloud Backup

66th

Average Rating

7.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of Acronis Cyber Protect is 4.2%, down from 4.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Retrospect 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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SameerMogale

Independent Business Owner at 3Kay Solutions

Encounter challenges in troubleshooting but experience efficient customer support

The application itself is a bit bloated. Although it has a lot of features when it comes to troubleshooting, we don't basically know where to start even though we do give them the log files to troubleshoot they don't give us a proper solution set. So I would say because it's bloated, it's a bit more difficult to troubleshoot where you get certain errors. From my side, on the POC I didn't really need to do much. 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. So on a day-to-day basis, you don't even maintain it, you just forget about it. You get alerts, but usually in between. It's quite easy to manage. To be honest with you, since I didn't really test that option of Acronis Cyber Protect, it's supposed to make everything feasible and easy to manage but I never got the option of testing it out, so I cannot really say at this stage.

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Sujeet Rai

Director at Lighthouse Solutions

Can be used to back up servers and desktops, but needs to have an Oracle agent for its on-premises model

Retrospect Backup has a single console that can be used to manage and backup servers and desktops. The solution supports tape and cloud since certain customers are still on tape. The solution provides a dissimilar hardware restore feature. If you have a complete machine burnout, you can restore it on new dissimilar hardware. Retrospect Backup is used to protect file data and SQL databases. Streamlining data backup processes with Retrospect Backup is automated and does not need any human intervention. The solution doesn't take up much time and does the backups automatically. Policy creation is very easy with Retrospect Backup. Once it's done, you don't have to bother about it because it keeps working on its own. A disaster recovery (DR) solution has been built into Retrospect Backup. You can restore the whole machine on a fresh setup with ISO images. Retrospect Backup is very easy to use and not very complicated. Creating policies and adding clients is very easy in the solution. The solution doesn't take up much LAN bandwidth except for the first full backup. The solution is efficient and does the backups really fast. It takes backups in batches of 14 machines at a time.

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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

"In our recent experiences, Acronis Cyber Protect proved most valuable during instances of colleagues facing migration challenges due to ransomware impacts. In these situations, where servers and backups were affected, having a backup stored in external drives or other devices within our data centers posed risks. To address this vulnerability, we decided to shift to a cloud backup solution."

"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."

"The web-based interface makes it easy to use."

"Stability is always good. I have used Acronis for 10 years now, if not more. I have never had a problem with availability, etc."

"Their response is quite efficient."

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

"Acronis Backup is easy to use, intuitive, and has high performance."

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

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"Retrospect Backup has a single console that can be used to manage and backup servers and desktops."

Cons

"We have sometimes issues with the child copies and other similar functions, but it's normal with any backup solution. We need to fix those issues first in order for us to be able to do the backup properly."

"It would be better if they made it easier to obtain images for laptops and desktops. It isn't easy right now to have many different types of desktop computers. This is because Microsoft is changing a lot of things in Windows 10."

"The dashboards for digital operations can be improved."

"If we could have a mass deployment option using Acronis, that would be helpful."

"Some of the default settings out-of-the-box should already be set up for the novice user. For instance, the warnings that say a hard drive has bad sectors and stops the backup from performing."

"They've got an agent to back up Microsoft SQL, to our Office 365, but there is not an agent to back up my SQL databases."

"Their support process can be quite lengthy...This is an area that needs improvement."

"This is not a feature-rich solution."

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"Retrospect Backup needs to have an Oracle agent for its on-premises model."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"When it comes to elements like cost, I think it is the only backup solution which has perpetual licenses, whereby you buy the license once and for all."

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

"I think that the prices of the product go up every year. If one is extremely expensive and ten is absolutely cheap, I rate the product price as six."

"I would rate the solution’s pricing an eight out of ten. The tool’s subscription is yearly."

"The pricing is significantly higher than it was last year, which is understandable since they have introduced new technology, such as transitioning from backup to cybersecurity."

"There are monthly fees to use Acronis Backup."

"The tool is cheap compared to other products."

"The pricing is reasonable. However, it depends on the storage that you use. It would be great to have a package that we can use up to a certain size of the backup, this would allow us to know what the price is going to be up to that capacity."

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"Retrospect Backup is more cost-effective compared to other products."

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Computer Software Company

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11%

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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 do you like most about Retrospect Backup?

Retrospect Backup has a single console that can be used to manage and backup servers and desktops.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Retrospect Backup?

Retrospect Backup is more cost-effective compared to other products. Since it is sold as a perpetual license, users don't have to pay yearly. The solution's cost per client is much less. On a scale...

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What needs improvement with Retrospect Backup?

Retrospect Backup needs to have an Oracle agent for its on-premises model. The solution has it in the virtual version, but it needs Oracle support for the Oracle database for the on-premise model. ...

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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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Retrospect Backup offers reliable data protection and quick data recovery, compatible with servers and workstations. It emphasizes ease of use, incremental backups, and data archiving.

Retrospect Backup serves users needing efficient data protection and disaster recovery services. Known for its compatibility with multiple systems, Retrospect Backup simplifies the setup process while ensuring comprehensive incremental backups. Users appreciate its automation capabilities, encryption, and detailed reporting features.

What are the key features of Retrospect Backup?

Reliable Data Protection: Ensures data remains safe and recoverable.
Cost-Effective Licensing: Affordable plans cater to different needs.
System Compatibility: Works with multiple operating systems.
Granular Restore: Allows recovery of specific files.
Data De-Duplication: Reduces storage needs and costs.
Automation Features: Saves time on routine tasks.
Encryption: Protects data with advanced security measures.
Detailed Reporting: Offers thorough insights for data management.

What benefits should users look for in Retrospect Backup?

Improved Backup Accuracy: Ensures precise data recovery.
Enhanced Efficiency: Streamlines backup processes.
User-Friendliness: Simplifies the backup management experience.
Robust Support: Access to a knowledgeable support team.
Data Security: Keeps sensitive information protected.
Cost Savings: Reduces expenses related to data storage.

In industries such as healthcare, finance, and education, Retrospect Backup aids in safeguarding critical data and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. It allows organizations to adapt their data protection strategies, meet specific requirements, and maintain the integrity of sensitive information.

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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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