Hitachi Thin Image Advanced vs NetApp SnapMirror comparison

Hitachi Vantara and NetApp are both solutions in the Data Replication category. Hitachi Vantara is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.0, while NetApp is ranked #2 with an average rating of 9.0. Hitachi Vantara holds a 4.7% mindshare in DR, compared to NetApp’s 6.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Hitachi Vantara users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of NetApp users who would recommend it.

Hitachi Thin Image Advanced

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Hitachi Thin Image Advanced

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 1, 2025

NetApp SnapMirror and Hitachi Thin Image Advanced are competitive storage replication solutions. NetApp SnapMirror holds the upper hand in performance and capacity efficiency, while Hitachi Thin Image Advanced attracts with enterprise-specific features despite pricing.

Features: NetApp SnapMirror provides high scalability, broad protocol support, and integrated data protection. Hitachi Thin Image Advanced focuses on snapshot management, consistency across environments, and robust enterprise features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: NetApp SnapMirror offers seamless integration and straightforward setup, supported by efficient customer service. Hitachi Thin Image Advanced may be more complex to deploy but includes specialized support tailored for enterprise needs.

Pricing and ROI: NetApp SnapMirror is associated with manageable setup costs and strong ROI due to scalability and flexibility. Hitachi Thin Image Advanced may require a higher initial investment but offers substantial returns through its feature-rich offerings.

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Review summaries and opinions

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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

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

NetApp SnapMirror

Ranking in Data Replication

2nd

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Data Replication category, the mindshare of Hitachi Thin Image Advanced is 4.7%, down from 8.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NetApp SnapMirror is 6.9%, down from 19.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Replication Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
NetApp SnapMirror	6.9%
Hitachi Thin Image Advanced	4.7%
Other	88.4%

Data Replication

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Bratislav Petkovic

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…

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Gabriele P

Storage IT Specialist at a tech vendor with 201-500 employees

Achieves seamless business continuity with robust scalability

The features of NetApp SnapMirror that I have found most valuable include the possibility to stop synchronization in case of high network latency and to limit the bandwidth throttle. This means limiting bandwidth when less connectivity occurs or opening wide the throttling to use the full speed of network connectivity, which we can adjust according to our needs or the needs of our customers. All of this is done without limiting business continuity, so business continuity is always guaranteed. NetApp SnapMirror's data replication feature supports disaster recovery strategies, as it is incorporated into the business continuity feature. SnapMirror is strictly related to snapshot features, a core part of ONTAP, so it's very flexible. It allows us to start with just two snapshots as a simple backup and then use them as a replication point or base for both backup and business continuity. There is no right or wrong answer, it just depends on how it works for specific needs.

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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

"The most beneficial feature is its fast data transfer capabilities."

"Hitachi Thin Image is stable."

"Overall, the product is very good. It's an easy to use tool."

"The synchronous and real-time replication are the most vital features of NetApp SnapMirror"

"There are a lot of features that are excellent. The data compression during the transfer, for example, is good. The replication is great. The durability of the solution and the speed of the data moving from one site to another is impressive."

"This solution is easy to implement and easy to use."

"With SnapMirror, the solution is the feature itself that is most valuable. It just replicates the data. It's very difficult to speak about, in the sense that it's similar to the features of a wheel. It is round and it's a part of an automobile."

"Data protection is a valuable feature."

"The technology enables us to have a safe backup."

"The technical support is quite good."

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Cons

"We are having problems with the speed of synchronization and transferring of data."

"Hitachi needs to improve their management software, especially the Ops Center."

"It's necessary to install NetApp simulator to avoid complications."

"Synchronous replication with read-write on both sides in both data centers is powerful but risky since it is greatly affected by high network latency."

"At the moment, we are not using the synchronous mirror, but we can implement the synchronous mirror. The only thing is that it needs another license. This is the same issue we have with business continuity. It needs another license to be implemented. You need too many separate licenses for the features. They should add some of the aspects of the premium bundle into the basic bundle. Sometimes our customers choose other replication services because of the initial cost of the licenses."

"We have to do manual verifications about the subscriptions often."

"The new coursework models need to be improved. The bandwidth monitoring could also be better."

"They could make continued enhancements in integration with diverse platforms for the product."

"In the next release, I would like to get an active IP number solution."

"We have different families of storage, such as the E-Series and Flash systems, but NetApp cannot be set up between them."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The cost is low compared to different vendors."

"It's a highly cost-effective solution"

"The solution has monthly and yearly licensing options."

"The pricing can be improved."

"It's part of the NetApp Firewall, so it's free."

"The product price is reasonable."

"SnapMirror is extremely expensive. We had a hard time adjusting to our budget. If rated on a scale of one to ten, with ten being the most expensive, I would definitely rate it ten out of ten."

"The pricing could be improved."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

13%

Educational Organization

13%

Performing Arts

Manufacturing Company

16%

Financial Services Firm

Government

Educational Organization

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	10
Large Enterprise	10

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.

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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.

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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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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NetApp SnapMirror?

The product price is reasonable.

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What needs improvement with NetApp SnapMirror?

Some areas of NetApp SnapMirror that could be improved or enhanced include synchronous SnapMirror, which needs improvement as it suffers significantly from network latency. In particular, synchrono...

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What is your primary use case for NetApp SnapMirror?

My usual use cases for NetApp SnapMirror are primarily for business continuity reasons, allowing me to offer customers the chance to fail back services to another data center, from Milan to Rome an...

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Also Known As

Hitachi Thin Image

SnapMirror

Overview

Nondisruptively copy data within any Hitachi storage system or virtualized storage pool. Hitachi Thin Image snapshot software quickly creates copies for immediate use in decision support, software development and modern data protection operations.

Hitachi Vantara

NetApp SnapMirror technology provides fast, efficient data replication and disaster recovery (DR) for your critical data. Use a single solution across all NetApp storage arrays and protocols. SnapMirror technology works with any application, in both virtual and traditional environments, and in multiple configurations, including hybrid cloud.

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Sample Customers

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University at Albany, City of Houston, Yahoo Japan, Washington Employment Security Department, DG Khan Cement Co. Ltd., AmTrust Financial Services, Sheridan College

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