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DDN DataFlow vs Hitachi ShadowImage comparison

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Categories and Ranking

DDN DataFlow
Ranking in Data Replication
25th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Migration (33rd), Cloud Backup (98th), Cloud Data Integration (40th)
Hitachi ShadowImage
Ranking in Data Replication
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Data Replication category, the mindshare of DDN DataFlow is 1.7%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Hitachi ShadowImage is 3.6%, down from 5.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Replication Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Hitachi ShadowImage3.6%
DDN DataFlow1.7%
Other94.7%
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Bratislav Petkovic - PeerSpot reviewer
Team Lead for Core Infrastructure at Raiffeisen bank Serbia
Efficient replication and helpful for improving data processing and management
The technology behind Hitachi ShadowImage has been around for a long time, and while it works correctly, it does have some issues. We have experienced problems with it, even though Hitachi provides good hardware. Technical support could also be improved, as it sometimes takes a few days to resolve issues.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Hitachi ShadowImage?
The pricing of Hitachi ShadowImage is reasonable, especially when you purchase Hitachi storage, as ShadowImage and Thin Image are part of the protector. The protector includes several components li...
What needs improvement with Hitachi ShadowImage?
The technology behind Hitachi ShadowImage has been around for a long time, and while it works correctly, it does have some issues. We have experienced problems with it, even though Hitachi provides...
What is your primary use case for Hitachi ShadowImage?
We use Hitachi ShadowImage for data replication processes. It is a practical tool for copying data from one LUN disk to another within the same storage. In our bank, we utilize it for making tests ...
 

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K&H, NCF, Aokang Group
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