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HYCU vs NAKIVO Backup & Replication comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 30, 2026

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Categories and Ranking

HYCU
Ranking in Backup and Recovery
37th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Backup (47th)
NAKIVO Backup & Replication
Ranking in Backup and Recovery
11th
Average Rating
9.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
94
Ranking in other categories
Disaster Recovery (DR) Software (11th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of HYCU is 2.0%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NAKIVO Backup & Replication is 1.2%, down from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Backup and Recovery Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
NAKIVO Backup & Replication1.2%
HYCU2.0%
Other96.8%
Backup and Recovery
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2312085 - PeerSpot reviewer
Cyber Security Analyst at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
Easy to setup, good support and stable product
When we started, we used Acronis for both cloud and on-premises backups. Protege was a reliable solution, and the cloud-focused approach is well-suited for our current needs. If you require both cloud and on-premises backup capabilities, Acronis is a more comprehensive solution. For solely cloud-based backups, Protege is a solid option.
EDERLEY TERRERO - PeerSpot reviewer
Business Consulting at Gestion IT
Robust data protection has safeguarded mailboxes and disaster recovery for our clients
NAKIVO Backup & Replication has released many updates lately and at this point it works excellently. Needs will always appear, particularly around the AI topic and other things that come out over time. I understand that solutions always have to keep moving forward, but so far I see it as excellent.I give it a nine because nothing is perfect. There are always solutions, and NAKIVO Backup & Replication is a tool that adapts perfectly to certain needs. However, we cannot dismiss that there are powerful solutions on the market that have been around for much longer. I rate it a nine because we can always improve.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Since it is on the cloud, it is a very stable solution."
"Every new version has got some tweaks and improvements in stability and speed."
"With Nakivo, I have the peace of mind that all of my production environment is safely backed up and can be restored safely, easily, and quickly with a few clicks."
"It is flexible."
"The initial setup is very straightforward, and I love the Linux version as well; also, NAKIVO is scalable and stable."
"Nakivo is easy to configure because there are only a few basic configurations to complete before it starts working."
"Creating a backup task in NAKIVO is fast and easy; it is fast, simple, powerful, and has a price without competition."
"The biggest improvement with Nakivo compared to our old open-source backup solution is that we do not need any manual checks to see if the backup runs are completed successfully."
"The implementation of Nakivo made it possible to implement the information security policies currently in force in the company and to meet the statutory requirements in the field of IT security."
 

Cons

"One area for improvement would be expanding its capabilities beyond Azure-specific backups."
"The process for getting unused diskspace back from the data repository is slow."
"In the next release, I would like for them to add restore in physical machines."
"UI could use some upgrades. The UI is basic, but functional.​"
"While Nakivo delivers comprehensive solutions, there's room for enhancement, particularly regarding Proxmox support."
"We would like the ability to do raw metal restores from bootable media."
"From an administrator usage perspective, the interface is very intuitive, but maybe the wizard for creating and modifying backup jobs could look a little fancier."
"The reporting features could be enhanced to provide more detailed and customizable reports for better insights into backup operations."
"The only thing we have encountered that we would like to see improved in the future are error messages."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"I advise that this is the best product for medium or small environments according to my cost-benefit analysis."
"From the perspective of Indian users, the cost is a little bit high."
"The price is not a problem in NAKIVO, as it is the most competitive in the market."
"Talk to the sales department about all of the possibilities, as they will help you to find the best solution for your setup."
"The solution's pricing is adequate for its features and quality."
"The pricing, setup costs, and licensing are easy to understand, no matter how you want to implement it."
"It's really cheap, and our company saves a significant amount of money on IT backup solutions per year."
"The price could be lower."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Construction Company
17%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
17%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Construction Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business81
Midsize Enterprise16
Large Enterprise9
 

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How does Nakivo compare with Veeam Backup & Replication?
Nakivo is my favorite backup software. Below are the main benefits of Nakivo compared to Veeam 1. Low cost. 2. Backup storage with global deduplication (this is the main requirement of a backup sol...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Nakivo?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing shows that NAKIVO Backup & Replication is more price-efficient than other solutions, and we are satisfied with the pricing.
What needs improvement with Nakivo?
Improving NAKIVO Backup & Replication involves addressing the hassle of choosing the right license level when starting out, especially with specific requirements, and the lack of macOS support ...
 

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Protege, HYCU R-Cloud Platform
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Coca Cola, Honda, 3M, University of Arizona, University of Maryland, University of Arkansas, Johns Hopkins University, Marriott, Radisson Hotels and Resorts, Fujifilm, Eiffage
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