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Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot vs Synology C2 Backup comparison

 

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

Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerProtect Cloud Sna...
Ranking in SaaS Backup
24th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Synology C2 Backup
Ranking in SaaS Backup
14th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Backup (22nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the SaaS Backup category, the mindshare of Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot is 0.4%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Synology C2 Backup is 2.7%, down from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
SaaS Backup Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Synology C2 Backup2.7%
Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot0.4%
Other96.9%
SaaS Backup
 

Featured Reviews

Pranav Telang - PeerSpot reviewer
DGM at Airtel Digital
Cloud backups have simplified disaster recovery and now demand simpler first-time setup
For people looking for on-premises infrastructure with their disaster recovery in the cloud, Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot can help because it is easy to recover from. Additionally, if they are trying to migrate, they can use this solution as well. However, it depends on the customer's use cases and whether they really want to spend that much money and time on it. It requires new setup, licenses, and infrastructure investments. If customers do not have the existing infrastructure, then there is no use for it. However, if a customer already has good enterprise-level infrastructure, they can integrate this solution very easily.
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

"It is easy to restore VMs in the cloud."
"Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot has a positive impact by reducing downtime and giving us confidence in recovery."
"I find Synology C2 Backup valuable for its speed, features, and server compatibility."
"It's good for file services."
 

Cons

"One area for improvement with Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot is the reporting dashboard."
"However, it depends on the customer's use cases and whether they really want to spend that much money and time on it."
"Improving the pricing would be great."
"The main drawbacks of Synology C2 Backup are slower processes in certain regions and less frequent updates."
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Top Industries

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Comms Service Provider
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Construction Company
7%
 

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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot?
For people looking for on-premises infrastructure with their disaster recovery in the cloud, Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot can help because it is easy to recover from. Additionally, if they are ...
What is your primary use case for Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot?
I do deal with Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot. They were implementing a consolidation solution where they wanted to take a backup from the on-premises server and copy it into the public cloud, sp...
What advice do you have for others considering Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot?
For Dell PowerProtect Cloud Snapshot, I would say a rating of seven to eight only, not more than that. I would say it is a good solution, but a bit typical for the first time to use. My overall rev...
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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