Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365 vs Commvault Cloud comparison

OpenText and Commvault are both solutions in the Cloud Backup category. OpenText is ranked #67, while Commvault is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.4. OpenText holds a 0.5% mindshare in CB, compared to Commvault’s 5.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of OpenText users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Commvault users who would recommend it.

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365 and Commvault Cloud based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Carbonite Backup for Micros...

Ranking in Cloud Backup

67th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Commvault Cloud

Ranking in Cloud Backup

4th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

112

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (4th), eDiscovery (3rd), Disaster Recovery as a Service (4th), Disaster Recovery (DR) Software (6th), SaaS Backup (2nd), Container Backup Software (2nd), Autonomous Operational Resilience (2nd)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365 is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Commvault Cloud is 5.1%, down from 10.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Cloud Backup Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Commvault Cloud	5.1%
Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365	0.5%
Other	94.4%

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SergioZuastegui

IT Manager at Grupo UMA Centroamerica

Accessible from anywhere without the requirement to purchase hardware

We are customers of Carbonite Backup and I'm the company IT manager The fact that we don't need to purchase any hardware is a huge benefit. It also means we can have access from anywhere. I think they could implement some new functionalities and I'd like to see some better training provided,…

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Ankit Gagneja

Cloud Solution Architect at Tata Consultancy

Hybrid backup strategy has improved recovery orchestration and now supports flexible DR planning

I think improvements could be made in Commvault Cloud. Lately what I have seen is that there are AI capabilities that different data protection organizations are coming up with, which basically revolves around tiering of not frequently accessible data to glacier kind of storage, plus bringing in a high level of compression and deduplication capabilities. All those features I believe are there in other customers and they are bringing in new use cases from the AI perspective which I have not recently seen in Commvault. I have seen that Dell does have such features. We recently pitched a solution to the customers where we talked about data tiering and the other AI use cases, identifying the data by itself and autonomously taking decisions on how to tier the data between the different storage classes that we have. Those kind of capabilities that we have proposed to the customer as far as the partner solutions are concerned. I would like to see AI capabilities in Commvault Cloud. The rest of the features pretty much align with the other enterprise solutions that we have in the market. It is just the AI capability that is being asked by the customers as well as that I see missing with Commvault.

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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 fact that we don't need to purchase any hardware is a huge benefit."

"We don't need to purchase any hardware for this solution."

"Commvault is easy to use, easy to deploy, and easy to update."

"The solution is very stable and offers a good level of performance."

"It's a software-based solution so we just need a license to expand it."

"Commvault Cloud stands out for its ease of use and reliable backups, along with its ability to handle large data volumes for VMs, servers, and applications."

"As a company, we faced ransomware attacks twice, and both times, we recovered because of Commvault's backup and recovery solution."

"Commvault is stable, we've never had problems with it, it's always available, and it's doing the job without any issues."

"Commvault's Command Center is one of the best solutions out there. You can rely on Commvault solutions for the most complex and most demanding environments."

"The cloud integration is a massive win for us, giving us a single backup service for all of our on-premise and cloud systems."

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Cons

"Lacks sufficient documentation or training videos."

"I think they could implement some new functionalities and I'd like to see some better training provided, whether it's documentation or training videos."

"For simpler environments, they have some templates for startups. Possibly for a smaller environment, they need to do more automatic configuration and selections of users who want to do backups. This is mainly for smaller environments. I would like them to have the same system fit for all environments: small and big environments. Currently, we have to do a lot of configuration of the layout, which takes time. This solution is appropriate for enterprise-level enterprise, but I would like it to be easier to use for SMB environments."

"The solution needs higher availability."

"Commvault HyperScale X could improve by allowing backups of the storage area network (SAN)."

"Reduce the complexity for better understanding of the reports. There are a lot of variables in which you can get confused while elaborating on reports."

"Commvault could make the product more cost-effective on the public cloud side. We are using this solution to back up whatever is still on-prem. We are not using it to back up what is on the public cloud because we have a native backup solution for that, which is provided by the vendor. As our footprint gets bigger, we will continue to evaluate this, but the last time that we did a cost analysis, the cost was not comparable to the solution that public clouds are offering."

"There is room for improvement in the Knowledge Base and error reporting."

"Commvault's price is quite high."

"The user creation and management capabilities could be improved."

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"The complete license gives us options for all the features. Commvault does not license based on storage or the management components. It can integrate with any storage vendor. That means that when we are out of storage and need more, we can integrate without additional licensing. In my opinion, Commvault needs to reduce the licensing cost by 20 to 40 percent to make it cost-efficient."

"Using a subscription-based license has been advantageous."

"The pricing is fairly in line with the other products we've compared it with recently. We do spend more on it than we did in our Backup Exec days, but it's fairly competitive with some of the other best-in-class data protection platforms."

"It is cheaper than NetBackup, but its price can be lower. If a good solution can be cheaper, it is always an advantage. Its licensing is on a yearly basis."

"The cost for Commvault is very expensive, even support is very expensive. The full cost of the solution is 50,000 INR per year, which includes 20 VM backups, server data backup, and 200 desktop and laptop agent licenses."

"The solution is expensive. However, there are no additional costs involved. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."

"Everyone else offers the subscription-based model nowadays, while Commvault Complete Data Protection still has the traditional license model, where you must buy a set of licenses. You pay for one hundred licenses even if you only use fifty virtual machines, so the licensing model needs improvement."

"The pricing has improved. It is simplified compared to the way that it was a few years ago. It is fairly straightforward and pretty easy to articulate to customers, which is handy."

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Financial Services Firm

11%

Computer Software Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	57
Midsize Enterprise	24
Large Enterprise	82

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Commvault Complete Data Protection, Commvault Backup & Recovery, Commvault HyperScale X, Metallic, ThreatWise

Overview

Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365 provides a robust backup solution ensuring data protection for businesses using Microsoft 365 services. It's designed to seamlessly safeguard critical information.

With Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365, users experience reliable, automated data backups across essential Microsoft 365 apps. This service supports effortless data recovery, enabling ongoing business operations unaffected by data loss incidents. Integration is straightforward, requiring minimal intervention for data protection from the moment of activation.

What are the key features of Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365?

Automated Backups: Ensures regular data capture without user intervention.
Comprehensive Coverage: Protects data across Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams.
Effortless Recovery: Facilitates quick restoration of files when needed.
Scalability: Adapts to growing data storage demands easily.
User-Friendly Management: Simplifies setting adjustments and monitoring.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Cost-Effective: Reduces the need for extensive on-premise infrastructure.
Data Security: Offers peace of mind with reliable data protection mechanisms.
Business Continuity: Maintains operations with quick data access post-loss.
Compliance: Assists in meeting regulatory requirements with managed backups.

Carbonite Backup for Microsoft 365 finds utility in industries like healthcare, finance, and education, where data integrity and accessibility are crucial. Its ability to handle sensitive information effectively supports compliance with industry standards, minimizing risks associated with data breaches or loss.

OpenText

Commvault Cloud offers comprehensive data management with strong backup and recovery, security, and compliance across hybrid and multi-cloud setups. Supporting a variety of applications, its cost optimization and integration capabilities enhance data management and infrastructure operations.

Commvault Cloud facilitates seamless data management and protection for organizations dealing with complex IT infrastructures. Its capabilities spread across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, ensuring robust disaster recovery and compliance, while optimizing storage strategies. Extensive application compatibility and integration with IT infrastructure solutions allow for efficient data movement and enhanced security.

What are the key features of Commvault Cloud?

Backup and Recovery: Reliable data protection across environments.
Data Management: Seamless operations in hybrid and multi-cloud contexts.
Disaster Recovery: Comprehensive recovery features.
Compliance: Ensures adherence to regulatory standards.
Security: Advanced encryption and threat detection.
Cost Optimization: Efficient strategies and resource utilization.
Integration: Supports a wide array of IT applications.

What benefits should be evaluated in reviews?

Data Security: Protects sensitive information effectively.
Scalability: Adapts to extensive infrastructure needs.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces expenses through optimization.
Simplified Management: Streamlined for better operations.
Comprehensive Support: Enhances compatibility and usability.

In industries like finance, healthcare, and technology, Commvault Cloud supports the protection of virtual machines, databases, and physical systems. It facilitates Office 365, SQL, and VMware backups, ensuring disaster recovery and compliance, while meeting the demanding storage requirements and safeguarding data integrity per industry standards.

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Aberdeenshire Council, Acxiom, BAM Group Ireland, Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta, CI Investments, Clifford Chance, American Municipal Power, American Pacific Mortgage, AstraZeneca, Dongbu Steel, Denver Health, Dow Jones, Emirates Steel, Penn State Health, Prime Healthcare, Sonic Healthcare, Sony Network Communications, TiVO, UCONN Health, The Weitz Company

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