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Cohesity Data Cloud vs Cohesity DataProtect comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 11, 2024

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
3.3
Cohesity Data Cloud users reported cost savings, time efficiency, enhanced security, scalability, and improved ROI through simplified data management and reduced downtime.
Sentiment score
6.6
Cohesity DataProtect delivers cost, time savings, enhances efficiency, simplifies backups, and ensures swift recovery, achieving ROI within months.
If I find myself stuck in a cyber recovery situation, this tool can help me avoid spending my money on ransom payments.
Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
The level of confidence that Cohesity Data Cloud delivers to the clients is worth that cost.
Senior Manager Advisory Services at Optimum Online (Cablevision Systems)
Using Cohesity DataProtect is easier to manage, and it simplifies various components into one architecture, reducing the need for extensive human resources to manage backups.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.2
Cohesity Data Cloud customer service is responsive and reliable, though improvement is needed in legacy systems and issue resolution speed.
Sentiment score
7.8
Cohesity DataProtect offers knowledgeable and fast support, though some face challenges with regional differences and global case management.
issues with Cohesity Data Cloud have not been encountered, suggesting a robust service.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
They need to work faster to meet client requirements, especially when business is affected.
Technical Lead at Cognizant
They probably upstaffed and made sure their knowledge was more up-to-date.
Owner at hq-12b
The support can depend on the region, and for larger customers, I advise having a Technical Account Manager for better assistance.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
For the support, I can provide a rating of four only because they initially provide some steps, but later say they are not sure, which is a problem in a production environment.
Specialist at HCLSoftware
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
Cohesity Data Cloud offers seamless scalability and performance improvements, simplifying expansion with flexible resource adjustments and enhancing ROI.
Sentiment score
7.7
Cohesity DataProtect is highly regarded for its seamless scalability, supporting both small and large environments with ease.
Scaling depends on subscription levels - when customers exceed their subscribed storage capacity, they can pay Cohesity to scale the resources.
Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd
There are no issues with scalability on the cloud end.
Technical Lead at Cognizant
It's easy to add additional nodes to a current existing cluster, making it quite easy to expand.
Owner at hq-12b
Cohesity DataProtect is built on a scale-out architecture, which means it can effectively scale to meet various needs.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
Cohesity Data Cloud is praised for reliability and efficiency, with stability rated exceptional despite minor hardware and support issues.
Sentiment score
7.7
Cohesity DataProtect is praised for stability, quick support resolution, minor glitches, reliable updates, and consistent performance in diverse environments.
Compared to other tools, it is very efficient and simple to learn.
Technical Lead at Cognizant
I couldn't find anything negative about Cohesity Data Cloud specifically.
Sr. Engineer at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees
Cohesity Data Cloud is quite reliable.
Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd
On the whole, any problems were more related to hardware limitations rather than issues with Cohesity DataProtect itself.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
 

Room For Improvement

Cohesity Data Cloud users desire improved documentation, support, and integration, plus cost-effectiveness, security, and enhanced functionality for various needs.
Cohesity DataProtect needs improved restoration, customization, robust integration, and enhanced security features to boost user satisfaction and functionality.
Issues such as ransomware protection and fixing vulnerabilities should be prioritized.
Sr. Engineer at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees
Cohesity Data Cloud scans backups by default for ransomware and malware, sending notifications if there are any security concerns or compromised systems.
Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd
The primary drawback is the need to transfer large amounts of data to the cloud via an internet connection, requiring significant bandwidth.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
While there are improvements to be made, such as providing support for older systems like IBM iSeries and tandem systems from HP, the solution overall shifts from older methods to modern practices.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
There is room to improve the user interface of Cohesity DataProtect for more intuitive navigation.
Specialist at HCLSoftware
 

Setup Cost

Cohesity Data Cloud offers value with strong security, structured pricing, and flexibility, despite higher costs than some competitors.
Cohesity DataProtect offers cost-effective, straightforward pricing with bundled storage, quick setup, negotiable discounts, and affordable annual support.
Cohesity Data Cloud is more costly in the long term compared to physical tapes.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
Comparatively, compared to IBM and Commvault, Cohesity Data Cloud offers the best deal for my environment.
Sr. Engineer at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees
All organizations are very interested in as-a-service model where they do not pay upfront cost, but they only get the services and pay for what they use as they use it.
Senior Manager Advisory Services at Optimum Online (Cablevision Systems)
I find Cohesity DataProtect to be expensive.
Technical Director at Procloud
 

Valuable Features

Cohesity Data Cloud provides scalable, secure data protection with efficient storage, easy integration, and comprehensive management for MSPs.
Cohesity DataProtect offers fast backups, easy scalability, cloud integration, and robust features like deduplication, unified search, and ransomware protection.
It replicates data to the cloud in a tamper-proof manner, offering protection against ransomware attacks since it is not under administrative control.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
They have a feature called DataSock, which enhances data protection.
Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
The initial deployment of Cohesity Data Cloud, from my experience, is easy.
Sr. Engineer at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees
The platform is based on a scale-out architecture with each node having compute, RAM, SSD, and HDD.
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
Global deduplication ensures that only unique data blocks are stored, significantly reducing storage consumption.
Specialist at HCLSoftware
Some of the most valuable features of Cohesity DataProtect for me include instant mass restore, anomaly detection, and its ability to handle large data volumes effectively.
Technical Director at Procloud
 

Categories and Ranking

Cohesity Data Cloud
Ranking in Backup and Recovery
20th
Ranking in Cloud Backup
15th
Ranking in AI Data Analysis
13th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
Data Management Platforms (DMP) (6th)
Cohesity DataProtect
Ranking in Backup and Recovery
9th
Ranking in Cloud Backup
10th
Ranking in AI Data Analysis
9th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
75
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2025, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of Cohesity Data Cloud is 0.6%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Cohesity DataProtect is 2.2%, down from 3.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Backup and Recovery Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Cohesity DataProtect2.2%
Cohesity Data Cloud0.6%
Other97.2%
Backup and Recovery
 

Featured Reviews

Shiva Kinnera - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Lead at Cognizant
Support and connection issues affect user experience
I currently work at TCS in a different domain using AWS and Azure cloud backup. I switched from Cognizant to TCS four months ago, where I previously used Cohesity Data Cloud and Cohesity tools. I prefer Cohesity Data Cloud over AWS. While cloud functionality is similar across platforms, Cohesity Data Cloud's console, options, and web console are superior to AWS. The pricing of Cohesity Data Cloud depends on the data volume and retention period. Compared to alternatives, Cohesity Data Cloud is somewhat expensive. Regarding technical aspects, connection issues need to be addressed promptly. I would rate it eight out of ten, as these issues require immediate resolution to meet client requirements. Overall review rating: 9/10.
SM
Evangelist / CTO at fgnext
Adopting advanced convergence and seamless management elevates data protections
While there are improvements to be made, such as providing support for older systems like IBM iSeries and tandem systems from HP, the solution overall shifts from older methods to modern practices. Customers looking for features that older systems provided might find gaps, but these are typically for very specific needs.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
19%
Financial Services Firm
16%
University
5%
Computer Software Company
5%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Government
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise7
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business19
Midsize Enterprise22
Large Enterprise43
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cohesity DataPlatform?
All organizations are very interested in as-a-service model where they do not pay upfront cost, but they only get the services and pay for what they use as they use it. Converting from CapEx to OpE...
What needs improvement with Cohesity Imanis Data?
Cohesity Data Cloud is not unique in this area. There are a couple of other vendors who are playing in the same area. They provide some sort of isolation for the protected data that makes it very d...
What is your primary use case for Cohesity Imanis Data?
I have been in a relationship with Cohesity Data Cloud for more than five years now. I have used Helios in the past.
What do you like most about Cohesity DataProtect?
Several features enable us to perform fast recovery, such as instant fast recovery. All our virtual machines protected with the product can be quickly restored to another healthy environment with m...
What needs improvement with Cohesity DataProtect?
What areas have room for improvement? Is there anything that could be simplified to make it better?
 

Also Known As

Imanis Data, DataPlatform, Cohesity Helios
Cohesity
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Navis, 1st Security Bank, Brown University, WestLotto
Tribune Media
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