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Hitachi Thin Image Advanced vs IBM Softek TDMF comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Hitachi Thin Image Advanced
Ranking in Data Replication
6th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.7
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
IBM Softek TDMF
Ranking in Data Replication
16th
Average Rating
10.0
Reviews Sentiment
5.1
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2026, in the Data Replication category, the mindshare of Hitachi Thin Image Advanced is 3.9%, down from 7.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM Softek TDMF is 3.0%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Replication Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Hitachi Thin Image Advanced3.9%
IBM Softek TDMF3.0%
Other93.1%
Data Replication
 

Featured Reviews

Bratislav Petkovic - PeerSpot reviewer
Team Lead for Core Infrastructure at Raiffeisen bank Serbia
Fast data transfer and quick setup for new servers
We use Thin Image to image new test servers, create new development servers, and test new servers. It is also used for fast data transfer to new servers Hitachi Thin Image allows us to quickly create new data snapshots. It speeds up synchronization and setup tasks significantly, which is…
it_user150294 - PeerSpot reviewer
Deputy Manager- Datacenter & Cloud with 10,001+ employees
It very easy to setup and manage unless you have network problems.
There were restrictions when migrating from older to newer versions of Windows. As soon as the target disk is mounted on the higher level of Windows, NTFS file system will automatically be upgraded by Windows and will no longer be compatible with the source system. This means that migration cannot be resumed and a full refresh was needed to re-synchronize the source and target disks.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The most beneficial feature is its fast data transfer capabilities."
"Script submission allows us to make an application for Hitachi Thin Image and this assists us with synchronization."
"Hitachi Thin Image is stable."
"TDMF resolved these problems with easy and fast data migrations."
 

Cons

"Hitachi needs to improve their management software, especially the Ops Center."
"We are having problems with the speed of synchronization and transferring of data."
"Mobility Groups crashes sometimes and a re-synchronization were needed"
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Construction Company
10%
Performing Arts
10%
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Company Size

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Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Hitachi Thin Image?
Hitachi needs to improve their management software, especially the Ops Center. Better management could enhance the overall experience.
What is your primary use case for Hitachi Thin Image?
We use Thin Image to image new test servers, create new development servers, and test new servers. It is also used for fast data transfer to new servers.
What advice do you have for others considering Hitachi Thin Image?
Thin Image is suitable for both small and big companies. It is highly recommended for its fast performance. I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.
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Also Known As

Hitachi Thin Image
Softek TDMF
 

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Sample Customers

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