We compared AWS Backup and Druva inSync across several parameters based on our users' reviews. After reading the collected data, you can find our conclusion below:
Features: AWS Backup is highly regarded for its flexibility and point-in-time recovery options. Users appreciate AWS Backup’s snapshot feature that allows them to back up applications to a secondary site. Druva inSync is praised for its user-friendly interface, adaptability, and automated ransomware detection. It provides cloud accessibility, customizable backup policies, and efficient data recovery.
Room for Improvement: AWS Backup could enhance its reporting and visualization, user interface, encryption options, and troubleshooting indicators. Users say Druva inSync could improve resource efficiency and enhance security with user-level encryption keys.
Service and Support: Some users described AWS Backup's customer service as amazing, but others noted that AWS support may take longer to resolve complex issues. Druva has been praised for its excellent customer support, with users highlighting the prompt and helpful assistance provided.
Ease of Deployment: Users reported varying experiences setting up AWS Backup. Some said it took only a few minutes, but others said it could take up to 10 days. The initial setup process for Druva inSync is generally straightforward and can be completed in less than half an hour, but the total deployment time may be longer for complex environments.
Pricing: AWS Backup’s pricing is generally regarded as reasonable and flexible. There are no licensing fees. Users are only charged for backup storage and data transfer. However, some users consider the model to be costly and complex. Druva inSync’s pricing is considered simple and inexpensive, with no extra fees or licensing expenses.
ROI: AWS Backup offers significant value by enabling backup restoration and readiness for unforeseen events. Users have provided limited information about the ROI of Druva inSync so far.
Comparison Results: AWS Backup provides flexibility in services, point-in-time recovery, and seamless integration. At the same time, some users noted that AWS Backup requires specific configuration knowledge and has room for improvement in reporting and restore functionality. Druva inSync is regarded as an affordable, adaptable solution that’s effortless to set up. Users love Druva’s automated ransomware capabilities and helpful customer service. Reviews say Druva can improve security by adding user-level encryption, and some complained that the solution is too resource-intensive.
"It is an easy-to-use solution."
"The replication in the recovery region is the most valuable feature."
"The solution's most valuable features are its backup capability and tight integration with other AWS services."
"We can directly back up EC2 instances in AWS without using any third-party applications."
"Reporting is one of the key elements that are valuable for C-suite executives. In terms of monitoring, the solution provides comprehensive details into ongoing processes, flagging issues and warnings as necessary."
"The most valuable features we have found are the flexibility in the services offered."
"The most valuable features of AWS Backup are point-in-time recovery and support resources."
"It's very easy to configure. Since it's a managed service, it's very straightforward to set up and use. And my customers get on with it very fast."
"It has a straightforward installation."
"Our customers do not need to purchase third party storage or a separate server for data backup."
"We get control over authentication policies and create an agentless backup by generating a token for that."
"The main benefit of this solution is that it automatically scans the files for ransomware after the backup is complete."
"The tool has good features. The backup is also accurate."
"You don't need a certified administrator to manage this product."
"It's incredibly fast."
"It is simple to implement and use. It's very flexible."
"There are some limitations to partial backup in AWS Backup."
"The service disconnects a lot."
"To create a plan and for all the configuration, one has to do multiple steps, which could be organized in a much simpler way, making the user experience better."
"AWS Backup could improve because you cannot use Glacier or anything but EFS."
"The tool is a good fit if your environment is VM-specific. However, it might not be the most suitable option if you have physical servers or an on-premise setup."
"The AWS Backup backend reporting is a major area that needs improvement. We would be very excited if we can see some reporting, such as trends. We do understand that there are reports available for S3 Bucket, in which the AWS backend stores the data. However, if we can receive holistic reporting, then it would be very helpful for us."
"It could be less expensive."
"One of the limitations of AWS Backup is that it only does file-based copying."
"If I could have an accelerator or something to back up the solution on the cloud, that would be helpful. Also, it would be helpful if the accelerator could give me a buffer of a couple of days for any kind of immediate recovery on an offsite."
"The speed could be better."
"The one area that needs to improve is the pricing."
"The backup time is very poor. The backup runs continuously. It goes on from morning till night. The system performance also becomes very poor when Druva inSync is running."
"The product needs to improve its support."
"This solution would benefit from the inclusion of an on-premise backup feature, as currently, they are offering everything in the cloud."
"It would be good if bare metal backups were possible."
"The solution takes a lot of time during restoration."
AWS Backup is ranked 12th in Cloud Backup with 21 reviews while Druva inSync is ranked 15th in Cloud Backup with 13 reviews. AWS Backup is rated 8.0, while Druva inSync is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of AWS Backup writes "Useful point-in-time recovery, highly scalable, and implementation straightforward". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Druva inSync writes "Excellent cloud based functionality, highly reliable, with high speed and flexibility". AWS Backup is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Commvault Cloud, Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, Rubrik Go and Datto SaaS Protection, whereas Druva inSync is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Rubrik, Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365, Commvault Cloud and Datto SaaS Protection. See our AWS Backup vs. Druva inSync report.
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