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Cohesity Data Cloud vs Veritas Backup Exec 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
4.7
Veritas Backup Exec is valued for rapid system restoration, with mixed opinions on ROI and licensing preferences.
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)
 

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
7.5
Veritas Backup Exec customer service is well-rated for responsiveness, though some seek improvements for quicker, more efficient support.
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
They don't ask us to wait for a callback or create a ticket.
Presales System Engineer at Eden Infosol Pvt Ltd
I see good technical engineer support resolving issues.
System Advisor at CRIF SpA
 

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
7.9
Veritas Backup Exec suits small to mid-sized organizations but larger enterprises should consider NetBackup for extensive data management.
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
Now in the current version, I can run more than one process for backup in one job for more virtual machines.
System Advisor at CRIF SpA
It is easy to scale Veritas Backup Exec.
Presales System Engineer at Eden Infosol Pvt Ltd
 

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
7.6
Veritas Backup Exec is favored for its stability and reliability, with users mostly rating it highly for consistent performance.
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
 

Room For Improvement

Cohesity Data Cloud users desire improved documentation, support, and integration, plus cost-effectiveness, security, and enhanced functionality for various needs.
Complex installation, high costs, confusing interface, and need for better integration and scalability highlight the issues needing resolution.
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
Some technology improvement is needed to manage my basic business continuity plan.
Deputy Vice President - IT at TransUnion
I aim to monitor the functionality and probably find something this year to monitor logs from our backup system and storage and notify us about any unusual activities.
System Advisor at CRIF SpA
We need to have a proper image backup with a documented restore procedure, as some users were unable to do the image backup restoration due to driver issues or similar challenges.
Manager at Fractalio Data Pvt Ltd
 

Setup Cost

Cohesity Data Cloud offers value with strong security, structured pricing, and flexibility, despite higher costs than some competitors.
Veritas Backup Exec offers competitive and flexible pricing, ideal for SMEs, despite varying opinions on affordability and setup costs.
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)
When I compare it with others, it is twice or three times cheaper.
System Advisor at CRIF SpA
The setup is a bit expensive at a corporate price
Deputy Vice President - IT at TransUnion
 

Valuable Features

Cohesity Data Cloud provides scalable, secure data protection with efficient storage, easy integration, and comprehensive management for MSPs.
Veritas Backup Exec provides easy-to-use, efficient data protection with diverse compatibility, robust security, and flexible, reliable backup options.
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
Veritas has technical compatibility with my hardware and other systems.
Deputy Vice President - IT at TransUnion
It has a lot of functions and security measures, which ensure our backups are secure.
System Advisor at CRIF SpA
My customers find the normal file system backup features of Veritas Backup Exec effective and valuable.
Manager at Fractalio Data Pvt Ltd
 

Categories and Ranking

Cohesity Data Cloud
Ranking in Backup and Recovery
19th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Backup (14th), Data Management Platforms (DMP) (6th), AI Data Analysis (15th)
Veritas Backup Exec
Ranking in Backup and Recovery
16th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
77
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of Cohesity Data Cloud is 0.7%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Veritas Backup Exec is 1.3%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Backup and Recovery Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Veritas Backup Exec1.3%
Cohesity Data Cloud0.7%
Other98.0%
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.
Pawel Augustyn - PeerSpot reviewer
System Advisor at CRIF SpA
Simplified interface with good performance but needs monitoring
I need to use PowerStore and Veritas Backup Exec. It is a direct backup to types, and it is supported by my backup. It offers good performance and stability, and it works properly. I am happy with this program. It is still working on aligning with security requirements and data encryption for Amazon or ATAC. It has a lot of functions and security measures, which ensure our backups are secure.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
19%
Financial Services Firm
15%
University
6%
Performing Arts
4%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Computer Software Company
14%
Government
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

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 Business35
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise29
 

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.
How do the backup solutions of Veeam and Veritas compare?
Technically, Veeam is best for hyper-v & VMWare replications, snapshots, HA failover, also support for file system backups inside VMs., support for tape library & FC too. But Veritas Netbac...
What do you like most about Veritas Backup Exec?
The most important feature is the variety of backup applications it supports, including ERP systems and most other programs, such as Microsoft.
 

Also Known As

Imanis Data, DataPlatform, Cohesity Helios
Backup Exec, Symantec Backup Exec
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Navis, 1st Security Bank, Brown University, WestLotto
Beta Offshore
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