Cohesity Data Cloud vs IBM Storage Protect comparison

Cohesity and IBM are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. Cohesity is ranked #20 with an average rating of 8.5, while IBM is ranked #14 with an average rating of 7.0. Cohesity holds a 0.6% mindshare in BRS, compared to IBM’s 1.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Cohesity users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of IBM users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 16, 2025

Cohesity Data Cloud and IBM Storage Protect compete in the data management and protection category. Cohesity Data Cloud appears to have the upper hand due to its simpler deployment, comprehensive features, appealing pricing, and efficient support, whereas IBM Storage Protect is known for its advanced security.

Features: Cohesity Data Cloud provides a unified platform for data backup, recovery, and management across environments, making it user-friendly and versatile for straightforward integration. It supports VMware environments, specialized backups for SQL, Active Directory, and O365, and offers seamless upgrades. IBM Storage Protect focuses on robust data protection with scalability and security, supporting incremental forever backups, deduplication, and efficient disaster recovery management features that cater to large enterprises. It handles various platforms and environments effectively.

Room for Improvement: Cohesity Data Cloud could enhance its automated failover capabilities and improve support for legacy systems. It may also expand its security features to match enterprise-level demands. IBM Storage Protect would benefit from simplifying its deployment process and enhancing its user interface for easier interaction. Further improvements in integration capabilities and reducing setup complexity could also enhance its appeal to broader audiences.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Cohesity Data Cloud offers a seamless deployment experience with efficient customer support, contributing to operational efficiency. Its plug-and-play installation and user-friendly interface are key strengths. IBM Storage Protect involves a more intricate setup process but is supported by structured customer service to address security nuances, helping to ensure smooth deployment for enterprises in need of specialized assistance.

Pricing and ROI: Cohesity Data Cloud presents competitive pricing and focuses on quick ROI through integrated approaches and lower upfront costs, aligning with organizations seeking immediate returns. IBM Storage Protect's higher setup costs are offset by its long-term data protection value, making it justified for enterprises that prioritize long-term security and management efficiency. While Cohesity provides cost-effectiveness for immediate needs, IBM focuses on ongoing data security investment.

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Cohesity Data Cloud vs. IBM Storage Protect

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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

1.0

IBM Storage Protect enhances data recovery, reduces downtime, and aids compliance, making it a valuable investment for organizations.

If I find myself stuck in a cyber recovery situation, this tool can help me avoid spending my money on ransom payments.

AmarpreetSingh

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.

Mounir ElMously

Senior Manager Advisory Services at Optimum Online (Cablevision Systems)

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No quotes available

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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

7.6

IBM Storage Protect's support shows mixed experiences, with praise for expertise but concerns over response times and service consistency.

issues with Cohesity Data Cloud have not been encountered, suggesting a robust service.

Stefan-Motsch

Evangelist / CTO at fgnext

They need to work faster to meet client requirements, especially when business is affected.

Shiva Kinnera

Technical Lead at Cognizant

They probably upstaffed and made sure their knowledge was more up-to-date.

Jochen Tytgat

Owner at hq-12b

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Support from IBM is very good, and they always have knowledgeable people.

reviewer2787573

Interim Head of Infrastructure at a real estate/law firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

Support is good from IBM, although it mainly comes from my local partner.

Syed Habib

Head of Infrastructure Security (S.A.V.P) at EXIM Bank Ltd

Some support staff are highly skilled, others are not, leading to longer times to resolve issues.

Markus Buchner

CEO at Fischerei Leipold

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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

IBM Storage Protect is praised for scalability and adaptability, though some users cite challenges in features and large-scale integration.

Scaling depends on subscription levels - when customers exceed their subscribed storage capacity, they can pay Cohesity to scale the resources.

Bharath Bharadwaj

Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd

There are no issues with scalability on the cloud end.

Shiva Kinnera

Technical Lead at Cognizant

It's easy to add additional nodes to a current existing cluster, making it quite easy to expand.

Jochen Tytgat

Owner at hq-12b

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TSM is a generic and robust product, which is why I continue using it for my core banking.

Syed Habib

Head of Infrastructure Security (S.A.V.P) at EXIM Bank Ltd

It is one of the most scalable platforms, and that is its strong point.

reviewer2787573

Interim Head of Infrastructure at a real estate/law firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

Scalability is great in IBM Spectrum Protect; there are several options available to scale.

reviewer1832367

Solution architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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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

8.0

IBM Storage Protect is highly stable and reliable, with consistent enhancements despite occasional minor issues with new features.

Compared to other tools, it is very efficient and simple to learn.

Shiva Kinnera

Technical Lead at Cognizant

I couldn't find anything negative about Cohesity Data Cloud specifically.

Mysura Reddy

Sr. Engineer at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees

Cohesity Data Cloud is quite reliable.

Bharath Bharadwaj

Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd

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Room For Improvement

Cohesity Data Cloud users desire improved documentation, support, and integration, plus cost-effectiveness, security, and enhanced functionality for various needs.

IBM Storage Protect needs an improved interface, intuitive features, better cloud integration, and enhanced reporting and virtualization support.

Issues such as ransomware protection and fixing vulnerabilities should be prioritized.

Mysura Reddy

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.

Bharath Bharadwaj

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.

Stefan-Motsch

Evangelist / CTO at fgnext

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It is not compatible with other operating systems like Windows or Linux.

Syed Habib

Head of Infrastructure Security (S.A.V.P) at EXIM Bank Ltd

IBM Storage Protect does not work well with virtual environments such as VMware and Hyper-V.

Markus Buchner

CEO at Fischerei Leipold

There is a need for additional layers of security to fill the gaps, which is why we are using Cobalt Iron.

reviewer1832367

Solution architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Setup Cost

Cohesity Data Cloud offers value with strong security, structured pricing, and flexibility, despite higher costs than some competitors.

IBM Storage Protect offers varied and complex licensing, often seen as expensive but potentially cost-effective with tailored agreements.

Cohesity Data Cloud is more costly in the long term compared to physical tapes.

Stefan-Motsch

Evangelist / CTO at fgnext

Comparatively, compared to IBM and Commvault, Cohesity Data Cloud offers the best deal for my environment.

Mysura Reddy

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.

Mounir ElMously

Senior Manager Advisory Services at Optimum Online (Cablevision Systems)

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We do not see the cost of the licensing.

reviewer2787573

Interim Head of Infrastructure at a real estate/law firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

It's expensive.

Syed Habib

Head of Infrastructure Security (S.A.V.P) at EXIM Bank Ltd

IBM Storage Protect is generally an expensive tool.

Markus Buchner

CEO at Fischerei Leipold

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Valuable Features

Cohesity Data Cloud provides scalable, secure data protection with efficient storage, easy integration, and comprehensive management for MSPs.

IBM Storage Protect excels in efficient backups, cost-effective storage, scalability, reliability, user-friendliness, adaptability, and robust disaster recovery.

It replicates data to the cloud in a tamper-proof manner, offering protection against ransomware attacks since it is not under administrative control.

Stefan-Motsch

Evangelist / CTO at fgnext

They have a feature called DataSock, which enhances data protection.

AmarpreetSingh

Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

The initial deployment of Cohesity Data Cloud, from my experience, is easy.

Mysura Reddy

Sr. Engineer at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees

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The product works efficiently with very large tape libraries, unlike most other products in the market that have problems handling large tape libraries or more than one tape library.

Markus Buchner

CEO at Fischerei Leipold

IBM Spectrum Protect has excellent integration capability.

reviewer1832367

Solution architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Incremental and differential backup features are built-in, which I frequently utilize on a weekly and daily basis.

Syed Habib

Head of Infrastructure Security (S.A.V.P) at EXIM Bank Ltd

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Categories and Ranking

Cohesity Data Cloud

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

20th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Backup (15th), Data Management Platforms (DMP) (6th), AI Data Analysis (13th)

IBM Storage Protect

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

14th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

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 IBM Storage Protect is 1.9%, down from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Backup and Recovery Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
IBM Storage Protect	1.9%
Cohesity Data Cloud	0.6%
Other	97.5%

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Featured Reviews

Shiva Kinnera

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.

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reviewer2787573

Interim Head of Infrastructure at a real estate/law firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

Backup coverage has supported immutable protection and now needs a more modern, intuitive interface

IBM Storage Protect is from a previous generation of backup software. In those days, backup software was complex in setting up and complex to manage. The new software, such as Rubrik, is very easy to use and more relatable to younger engineers because its interface design is more similar to Office 365 and the newer controls and labels that we are accustomed to. The difficulty that we now have with IBM Storage Protect is that for this day and age, compared to other products that are out there, it seems complex. If we look back 15 years ago, all enterprise class backup software was complex, so IBM was not any different. However, many of these older systems, such as Commvault, still have the same complaint that they are very complex because they have tried to keep that same interface and the same way it works. This suits them, but it probably needed a complete overhaul to bring it into the ease of use that we have with modern software. However, that upgrade has not been done. IBM Storage Protect has not been upgraded into a modern platform. It still looks a legacy platform.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

19%

Financial Services Firm

16%

University

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	7

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	53
Midsize Enterprise	25
Large Enterprise	95

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...

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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...

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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.

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What do you like most about IBM Storage Protect?

The best point about IBM Storage Protect is that it can use IBM tape environments, which we still use and will continue to use in the future.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Storage Protect?

IBM Storage Protect is generally an expensive tool. However, with good contracts with IBM or its partners, the cost might not be so high. New customers can expect very high prices.

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What needs improvement with IBM Storage Protect?

One point for improvement for IBM Spectrum Protect is security, as IBM has not been investing as much as in the past. There is a need for additional layers of security to fill the gaps, which is wh...

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Also Known As

Imanis Data, DataPlatform, Cohesity Helios

IBM Spectrum Discover

Overview

Consolidate your backups, file shares, object stores and data for dev/test and analytics on a web-scale data management platform.

Cohesity

IBM Storage Protect offers data protection and management to secure critical business information efficiently. It's designed to be a scalable and flexible solution for data backup, recovery, and archive needs in complex IT environments.

IBM Storage Protect delivers comprehensive data protection by integrating backup, recovery, and archiving functionalities. It supports a range of workloads and infrastructures, from on-premises to cloud environments, facilitating efficient data management. Its platform provides seamless scalability to meet evolving business needs, underpinned by reliable security measures. Organizations leverage its capabilities to ensure business continuity and minimize data loss risks, making it vital in a data-driven world.

What are the key features of IBM Storage Protect?

Advanced Data Protection: Offers robust encryption and data integrity for secure backup processes.
Scalability: Grows with your data demands, supporting large data volumes without compromising performance.
Cloud Integration: Seamlessly integrates with cloud platforms, enhancing backup strategies with hybrid options.
Automated Operations: Simplifies management tasks with automation, reducing manual intervention and errors.

What benefits should users expect when evaluating IBM Storage Protect?

Cost Efficiency: Reduces storage costs by optimizing backup processes and data retention strategies.
Data Safety: Ensures data accessibility and integrity during recovery efforts, building trust in data protection strategies.
Operational Efficiency: Boosts productivity through streamlined and automated backup management workflows.
Compliance Readiness: Helps maintain compliance with data protection regulations by providing thorough reporting and audit trails.

Industries like finance and healthcare implement IBM Storage Protect to safeguard sensitive information against threats. In financial services, it's crucial for maintaining client data confidentiality, while healthcare institutions use it to protect patient records, ensuring both accessibility and compliance with regulations.

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Sample Customers

Navis, 1st Security Bank, Brown University, WestLotto

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