Actifio vs IBM ProtectTIER comparison

Google and IBM are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. Google is ranked #49 with an average rating of 8.0, while IBM is ranked #86. Google holds a 0.4% mindshare in BRS, compared to IBM’s 0.1% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Google users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 60% of IBM users who would recommend it.

Actifio

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87% willing to recommend

IBM ProtectTIER

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60% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 11, 2024

IBM ProtectTIER and Actifio are two leading solutions in the data protection market. Actifio has the upper hand due to its broader feature range and better deployment experience.

Features: Users favor IBM ProtectTIER for its integration with existing systems, effective deduplication capabilities, and reliability. Actifio is noted for instant data access, dynamic provisioning, and versatile data management.

Room for Improvement: IBM ProtectTIER requires enhancements in scalability, easier management tools, and user interface improvements. Actifio users report the need for a more intuitive configuration process, better performance analytics, and refined documentation.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Deploying IBM ProtectTIER is generally straightforward though it may require significant time for optimal configuration; support is reliable but sometimes slow. Actifio offers faster deployment with more responsive customer service, making it advantageous in these areas.

Pricing and ROI: IBM ProtectTIER has a high initial setup cost but offers long-term savings due to deduplication efficiency. Actifio's premium pricing is justified by its extensive features, providing substantial ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Actifio

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

49th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Test Data Management (7th)

IBM ProtectTIER

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

86th

Average Rating

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Deduplication Software (13th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of Actifio is 0.4%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM ProtectTIER 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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Hitesh Kumar Jamb

Devsecops & Test Automation Practice Lead at APA Group

Helps reduce costs and enables the creation of new non-production databases

We use the solution on our non-production database. We use it to spin up non-production environments using Oracle The product helps to create new non-production databases. The solution helps reduce costs. The product must provide AI features. Google has stopped supporting the on-premise version…

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ValereFEUGWANG

Information System Consultant at CFAO Technologies

Protects data in hybrid infrastructures, but it is an expensive product with poor support

The main challenge for our customers is to replicate the virtual environment upon restart, without using any additional solutions such as VMware SLM. I would like the possibility to back up the infrastructure and then replicate it upon on restart, without having to orchestrate the starting of the VM. It would be much better for us. This solution can be made easier to use. Technical support is very frustrating and we are considering other solutions because of it. Stability is something that should be improved. The product is expensive and the licensing should be changed.

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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

"The solution helps reduce costs."

"Very user-friendly and the QSA is very good."

"Actifio was very stable. Whenever they identified bugs, they would promptly provide us with patches."

"They will assist me in achieving whatever budget issue the client may be having."

"This product has unique capabilities that lead the product category in test data management, cloning and recovery."

"Overall IBM ProtectTIER is a great solution. It is easy to use."

"The cataloging is the best feature. It takes millions of frames for the backup. It's incremental, so it takes less time to complete."

"The solution is highly stable."

"In terms of stability, I've found it to be very stable. I've walked into the server room when it was at 60 degrees Celcius, and it was still running fine."

"The command-line interface is good."

"The most valuable features are the Self-Service, and the ability to search the data."

Cons

"Lacks the option to price backup costs within the solution itself."

"The solution doesn't support AIX software or in-cloud, and we have a lot of servers running on AIX and Oracle."

"Google has stopped supporting the on-premise version of the tool."

"The initial setup is complex."

"Areas that need improvement would be the support for recovery in the physical environment."

"While the product does support various databases, the company needs to make more of an effort to support N-minus-one compatibility."

"The backup for a large amount of data is slow."

"The configuration wizards are still complex and hard to navigate. These should be easier to manage."

"I would like the possibility to back up the infrastructure and then replicate it upon on restart, without having to orchestrate the starting of the VM."

"Setting up the system to work with legacy equipment is a bit complex at times."

"IBM ProtectTIER could improve by being more user-friendly."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Support is very good. They send out a VM link and help you fix any issues."

"Pricing is on a case by case basis."

"Actifio is cheaper than other tools."

"The customer can decide how they want to purchase a license. However, the price of the solution is expensive."

"This solution is very expensive."

"We have a capacity-based license, which is managed centrally for all the sites of my company."

"IBM ProtectTIER is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

22%

Computer Software Company

17%

Retailer

11%

Real Estate/Law Firm

Financial Services Firm

26%

Computer Software Company

25%

Real Estate/Law Firm

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Actifio?

The solution helps reduce costs.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Actifio?

Actifio is cheaper than other tools. I rate the pricing an eight out of ten.

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What needs improvement with Actifio?

The product must provide AI features. Google has stopped supporting the on-premise version of the tool.

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Overview

Actifio is the world’s leading Enterprise Data-as-a-Service (EDaaS) platform. It enables thousands of users around the world to deliver their data just as they deliver their applications and infrastructure… as a service available instantly, anywhere. An enterprise-class software platform powered by patented Virtual Data Pipeline™ technology, Actifio frees data from traditional infrastructure to accelerate adoption of hybrid cloud, build higher quality applications faster, and improve business resiliency and availability. For more, visit Actifio.com or follow us on Twitter @Actifio.

Google

IBM TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway is designed to meet the disk-based data protection needs of the enterprise data center while enabling significant infrastructure cost reductions. The solution offers industry-leading inline deduplication performance and scalability up to 1 petabyte (PB) of physical storage capacity per system, and can provide up to 25 PB or more backup storage capacity. Combined with IBM or third-party storage, TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway provides a powerful disk-based repository to improve the performance, retention and availability of backup and archive data in a small footprint for energy and cost efficiency.

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Sample Customers

IBM, Waste Industries, Nasdaq, Verizon, Sharp, Rosetta Stone, Dakine, JBS Australia, Texas Wesleyan University, Cintra, People's Choice Credit Union, Lotto NZ, Electric Insurance, Tyler Technologies, Intility, Corporate One Federal Credit Union, Bryant University, pc/nametag, Isagenix, Sungard Availability Services, Databank, Electrocraft, Lifescript, Westfleisch, Interstate National Corporation, RestorePoint, Net3, Access Community Health Network, Newmarket International, Rezolve Group Inc., Piri Reis University, MC Assembly, Grass-Merkur, dbMotion, Christian Broadcasting Network, Bezeq, Abilene Christian University, CNW Group, Softcat, Migliori, City of South Portland, NaviSite, News-Press & Gazette, Comtec, Equity Insurance, Admirals Bank, Assistra, Dassault, Henry Davis York Lawyers, SAI Global, Audax Group, DSM, Triad Retail Media, Euronet Worldwide, Palm Beach County School District, iGate, Emerald Queen Casino

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