Dell PowerProtect Data Domain vs OpenText Data Protector comparison

The compared Dell Technologies and OpenText solutions aren't in the same category. Dell Technologies is ranked #1 in DS , with an average rating of 8.8, and holds a 22.8% mindshare in the category. OpenText is ranked #22 in BRS , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 90% of Dell Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of OpenText users who would recommend it.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

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90% willing to recommend

OpenText Data Protector

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80% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Deduplication Software (1st), Disk Based Backup Systems (1st)

OpenText Data Protector

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

5.8

Number of Reviews

102

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (22nd)

Mindshare comparison

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain and OpenText Data Protector aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is designed for Deduplication Software and holds a mindshare of 22.8%, down 28.5% compared to last year.
OpenText Data Protector, on the other hand, focuses on Backup and Recovery, holds 1.0% mindshare, up 0.6% since last year.

Deduplication Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Dell PowerProtect Data Domain	22.8%
HPE StoreOnce	17.9%
Dell PowerProtect Data Manager	11.5%
Other	47.8%

Deduplication Software

Backup and Recovery Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
OpenText Data Protector	1.0%
Veeam Data Platform	6.1%
Rubrik	3.6%
Other	89.3%

Backup and Recovery

Featured Reviews

Branko Cirovic

Storage Engineer at Comtrade Group

Provides seamless backup integration and long-term reliability for enterprise data protection

The price is quite high; this product is not considered cheap. Additionally, if you use higher availability boxes, they also come at a premium price. However, they provide business continuity, which is the main reason why companies invest in this solution. Tape is slow; when restoring several virtual machines or databases amounting to several terabytes, Dell PowerProtect Data Domain represents the fastest and most reliable solution, ensuring great integration with backup software. If a customer has limited budget constraints, they may opt for cheaper external storage comprised of just a bunch of disks and utilize it for backup, as backup is not a business-critical service. However, I see great value in Dell PowerProtect Data Domain because it is fully automated, features great integration with backup software, and provides good value for money. I would rate software support as a ten, while I would give hardware support a seven. I never give any product a perfect score; I think Dell PowerProtect Data Domain deserves a nine. The only minor problems are the certificate issue and the price. These certificate issues are quite rare and mainly arise when we forget to restart and upgrade the box for several years.

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Ahmad-Hassan

Project Manager And Technical Consultant at EEMC

Provides effective backup for physical servers and needs improvements for cloud compatibility

We use OpenText Data Protector for Oracle database backup and some applications that run for database security OpenText Data Protector is good for physical backup, specifically for physical servers. It is effective for direct backups to EMC library or storage without using a repository. However,…

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We are very satisfied with this solution; it's easy to use and efficient."

"Most functionality is valuable with Dell PowerProtect Data Domain."

"In summary, this is a good backup product and we are happy with the performance."

"The solution can scale up to one petabyte right now. It's very good for enterprise-level organizations."

"The most valuable feature is the performance because you can back up data really quickly."

"Dell is more stable than any other device."

"It should provide everything that an enterprise needs."

"The most valuable features of this product are its guaranteed reliability and its duplication capability."

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"The database it provides is the most valuable feature for us."

"Fantastic SAP backup resilience and reliability Offline and on-line consistent backup possibilities Oracle log treatments for archive log mode databases Affordable restores with preview possibilities"

"Data Protector is highly scalable."

"The solution is easy to use."

"The most valuable features include Sharepoint item-level restore and integration with the vSphere hypervisor."

"The installation is pretty straightforward and simple; it's not too complex or overly difficult, deployment is fast so you can have it up and running in a day, and you don't need a big technical team to handle deployment and maintenance."

"Data Protector is very good at automation; from the time of the backup, verification, and copy to tape, it is very good, and I don't need to touch it because it will do it by itself."

"The normal file system backup is easy to manage, and our success rate is quite high."

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Cons

"The pricing could be better but it's still not too expensive."

"DDBoost function is not compatible with IBM TSM."

"I would not recommend this solution to others."

"Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain) is a relatively expensive solution to propose to customers."

"One improvement to the solution would be in the integration with backup software. They still have hardware different from the software."

"I would like to see better integration and support for backing up to cloud providers such as Alibaba Cloud."

"In some of the entry level models (DD2200, 2500) you have to be aware of the scalability limitations and ensure you purchase a large enough controller if you foresee growth and scaling beyond its recommended operating parameters as typically the controllers cannot be upgraded in place or without data migration."

"The solution's cost, scalability, and licensing model could be improved."

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"Customer Service: It's not good and needs to be improved. Technical Support: It's not good and needs to be improved."

"The major issue we are facing in this product is Sybase database integration."

"Actually, we're moving away from Data Protector due to lack of support on newer operating systems and latest products."

"I recommend not to implement Data Protector, as it is not friendly and you need to have a dedicated person to administer it."

"People prefer Veeam because the interface is easier, and Data Protector is difficult in comparison."

"I do not think that this solution is relevant in the current IT market. They have not upgraded their features and functionalities which makes it difficult for them to remain competitive."

"I'm uncertain if it supports virtual machine backup and restoration. If they could enhance this aspect, they could gain more support from end users."

"I don't like any function of the Micro Focus Data Protector. Honestly, I hate the Micro Focus Data Protector."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing for this product could still be improved, though several years ago, its price was very high. When buying an IDPA product such as Dell EMC PowerProtect DD (Data Domain), you don't have to buy anything else, because you'll have an integrated solution: a data domain appliance plus software."

"I can't remember what the license costs are. They might be paid monthly or every two months."

"The price may be a bit higher than other products in the market, but you will receive ten out of ten support with next-business-day delivery on parts' availability."

"The solution is expensive. However, if you pay less you receive less, it is cost-effective."

"The price of the backup appliance is slightly expensive. Compared to other vendors, the pricing will be slightly higher."

"The approximate license cost for Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain) is around 5,00,000."

"If we do not move to the cloud solution and stay with our on-premise version we will miss some new features."

"Dell PowerProtect DD's pricing is expensive, and there is no option for perpetual licensing."

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"In Data Protector, if you need extra features, you need to buy the agents for these features. Some of the features are Terabytes, some of them are agents. There's some complexity in the pricing and licensing."

"Avoid using many LTO drives; when using fewer drives, the price will be extremely good."

"The licensing cost is too high."

"The solution requires paying for a license."

"The pricing is acceptable for enterprise level companies, but it's not acceptable for small- and medium-sized businesses. Micro Focus Data Protector is not an enterprise level solution, and it should cover small- and medium-sized businesses with acceptable prices."

"Data Protector's pricing is very competitive and we have no issues in this regard. I would give it an eight out of ten in terms of pricing."

"Pricing/licensing is Data Protector's single best offering. In its most basic environment, the only license required is for whatever target device is required."

"The pricing is neither too expensive nor very cheap."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Financial Services Firm

21%

Marketing Services Firm

Construction Company

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	34
Midsize Enterprise	24
Large Enterprise	40

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	28
Midsize Enterprise	22
Large Enterprise	61

Questions from the Community

What is your primary use case for Dell EMC PowerProtect DD (Data Domain)?

I work as an implementer of Dell PowerProtect Data Domain systems, storage, and backup systems, serving as an administrator and support specialist. I have 15 years of experience implementing Data D...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain)?

Regarding the pricing for Dell PowerProtect Data Domain, it is expensive. For small clients, it is very expensive. Large clients find it not expensive, but it depends on the solution in the environ...

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What needs improvement with Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain)?

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain needs to operate effectively in system operations. The product operates in both Linux and Windows environments. It is implemented for disaster recovery in both old and...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Micro Focus Data Protector?

The solution is expensive as it requires purchasing all features without the option to negotiate based on client numbers, unlike Veeam which offers flexibility in pricing.

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What needs improvement with Micro Focus Data Protector?

OpenText Data Protector is not user-friendly, especially for cloud backup. It lacks functions and facilities compared to Veeam, which offers more user-friendliness for virtual machine backups. Ther...

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What is your primary use case for Micro Focus Data Protector?

We use OpenText Data Protector ( /products/opentext-data-protector-reviews ) for Oracle database backup and some applications that run for database security.

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Also Known As

DataDomain, Dell EMC Data Domain, PowerProtect Data Domain

Micro Focus Data Protector, Data Protector, OmniBack, HPE Data Protector

Overview

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is the leading backup appliance built for powerful cyber resilience and seamless integration into on-premises environments. It supports both traditional and modern workloads, simplifying operations while reducing risks and costs.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain offers scalable storage capabilities that integrate smoothly with backup systems. Its deduplication and compression technologies enhance storage efficiency by significantly reducing data volumes. Users appreciate its secure data protection, excellent deduplication and compression, efficient data replication, and the DD Boost protocol for faster data transfer. However, feedback suggests improvements are needed in areas like complex VTL tape addition, high pricing, and challenging cloud integration. The implementation may benefit from boosted processing power and enhanced ransomware protection.

What are the key features of Dell PowerProtect Data Domain?

Deduplication and Compression: Significantly reduces data volumes, optimizing storage usage.
Efficient Data Replication: Enhances data protection by securely transferring data across locations.
DD Boost Protocol: Promotes faster data transfer, streamlining backup processes.
Scalable Storage: Adapts to varying data capacities, ensuring growth accommodation.
Secure Data Protection: Safeguards data with robust encryption and protection features.

What benefits should be expected from Dell PowerProtect Data Domain?

Space and Cost Savings: Achieves reductions in data footprint, lowering storage expenses.
Reliable Backup and Recovery: Provides consistent and fast data backup and restoration capabilities.
Seamless Integration: Operates smoothly with existing backup software and environments.
Data Security: Offers comprehensive data protection to ensure business continuity.

Dell PowerProtect Data Domain is widely employed across various sectors like banking, finance, and government for its backup, deduplication, and archiving functions. Organizations utilize it with software like Veeam and NetWorker to optimize bandwidth, manage large data capacities, and deliver secure, reliable backup features, supporting both on-premises and hybrid deployments.

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OpenText Data Protector standardizes and consolidates backups across multiple platforms. It provides secure, comprehensive backup protection for business-critical data and applications whether virtual, physical, or online in the cloud.

OpenText

Sample Customers

The US Army, City of Houston, Lloyds TSB, TiVo, Teck, Ingram Entertainment, The New York Mets

GSK Vaccines, Repsol, Vodafone Group, Siemens AG, Medium Enterprise Transportation Services Company

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