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Cohesity DataProtect vs Synology C2 Backup comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Cohesity DataProtect
Ranking in Cloud Backup
16th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
76
Ranking in other categories
Backup and Recovery (12th), AI Data Analysis (18th)
Synology C2 Backup
Ranking in Cloud Backup
23rd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
SaaS Backup (14th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2026, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of Cohesity DataProtect is 2.2%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Synology C2 Backup is 1.3%, down from 1.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Cloud Backup Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cohesity DataProtect2.2%
Synology C2 Backup1.3%
Other96.5%
Cloud Backup
 

Featured Reviews

Kalaiarasan Meganathan - PeerSpot reviewer
Specialist at HCLSoftware
Backup operations have become faster and daily recoveries run smoothly for on‑prem workloads
When compared to other tools, the deduplication in Cohesity DataProtect is very fast, and the restore performance is better than other tools. Global deduplication ensures that only unique data blocks are stored, significantly reducing storage consumption. Cohesity DataProtect's dashboard displays options and errors clearly, making it easy to access and understand how to fix issues. Cohesity DataProtect's ability to start processes automatically without manual selections enhances its reliability. Cohesity DataProtect's architecture ensures that agent installations automatically reflect in the dashboard, allowing for seamless integration into backup jobs. This improves operational efficiency, ensuring backups can be triggered without manual refreshes. Additionally, the user interface is intuitive, and the respect of the N-1 rule during updates helps prevent client-affecting issues.
Zuhair Hasan - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager, Information Technology Security at Nesma
Provides fast access to files and offers a reliable backup solution without compatibility issues
Versioning control helps speed up data recovery by providing easy access to previous versions of files. This is particularly useful when moving backups to off-site storage and deploying them quickly during installations. My experience with Synology Backup's security features includes partitioning for production environments, regular scans for new threats, and support for multifactor authentication. Password security is also emphasized, meeting basic security requirements. Before choosing Synology, consider its sensitivity in your network infrastructure, especially for critical backup and storage tasks. Prioritize security, including testing and recovery procedures, and evaluate the device's performance to ensure it meets your needs effectively. Overall, I would rate Synology C2 Backup as an eight out of ten.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Compared to the products that we had earlier, Cohesity replaced our primary backup solution, runs VMs, and hosts all our backup mount points in our environment at a fraction of the cost."
"The spin-up of a VM within a test environment for backup testing along with quick restores."
"It is a relatively complete solution."
"It has absolutely improved our ROI as our incident tickets for backup have dropped by around a thousand per month after moving from Microsoft DPM to Cohesity."
"Cohesity DataProtect is user-friendly and straightforward. The setup process was effortless, and both the backup and restore operations are speedy."
"There are many features that make Cohesity stand out."
"Fantastic product and the team developing it are top notch."
"Cohesity will save us money, time, and manpower."
"It's good for file services."
"I find Synology C2 Backup valuable for its speed, features, and server compatibility."
 

Cons

"Technical support being outsourced is a downside but not different from every one of Cohesity's competitors."
"I think Cohesity could add more platform support. For example, they could improve integration with DB2 or make the integration S3 object storage a little tighter. Some of that stuff could use some work, but overall, it's a relatively comprehensive platform."
"Add the ability to delete View Boxes and External Targets in the GUI."
"Many of the reports are basic, at most, and at times we had to open a support ticket to help find or develop a report for our needs."
"We are highly dissatisfied with the level of support and functionality provided for HANA within the Cohesity product."
"Reporting is quite limited and not customizable."
"The platform has certain limitations, mostly stemming from the restrictions imposed by the VMware API and some other factors. One area where there is room for improvement is the tracking of replicated copies, especially in the context of remote archive duplication."
"At times, you may click the wrong server or click too fast and accidentally restore a cluster of servers. It would be very helpful to have a cancel option under restores."
"Improving the pricing would be great."
"The main drawbacks of Synology C2 Backup are slower processes in certain regions and less frequent updates."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing model is impressive and very effective."
"Licensing is per node and per protected terabyte. You will also pay 10-15% annually for support."
"Cohesity came in at the best price."
"We purchased support from Cohesity to ensure that should we face an issue, we don't have to deal with different service providers."
"If SQL is in heavy use at your location, I would highly recommend narrowing your PoC testing to Cohesity and Rubrik. They will be competitive on pricing with each other, so really put them through the paces."
"My advice is to always negotiate for better pricing."
"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."
"Pricing, setup costs, etc. are pretty typical. The initial cost for Cohesity was less than other products the we evaluated. Cohesity's pricing does offer benefits as DR target costs are less than other solutions. You are not charged for DataProtect licensing for target DR data consumption."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
Construction Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Construction Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business20
Midsize Enterprise22
Large Enterprise43
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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Cohesity DataProtect?
I want to improve the possibilities of the solution for containers and the mobility of containers. The container functionality is very limited at the moment, not covering the whole container. I rat...
What is your primary use case for Cohesity DataProtect?
Cohesity DataProtect is usually recommended for bank companies, insurance companies, and other energy companies. We are working with several of these types of companies, and all of them have Cohesi...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Synology C2 Backup?
It's a reasonable price, but it could be improved. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten.
What needs improvement with Synology C2 Backup?
None of the features require improvement as we only use it as a file server. However, improving the pricing would be great.
What is your primary use case for Synology C2 Backup?
We primarily use it as a file server. We don't use Synology for backups; we only use it as a file server.
 

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