IBM Softek TDMF vs NetApp SnapMirror comparison

IBM and NetApp are both solutions in the Data Replication category. IBM is ranked #22, while NetApp is ranked #1 with an average rating of 9.1. IBM holds a 0.7% mindshare in DR, compared to NetApp’s 15.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of NetApp users who would recommend it.

IBM Softek TDMF

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100% willing to recommend

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100% willing to recommend

IBM Softek TDMF

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between IBM Softek TDMF and NetApp SnapMirror based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Softek TDMF

Ranking in Data Replication

22nd

Average Rating

10.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

NetApp SnapMirror

Ranking in Data Replication

1st

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Data Replication category, the mindshare of IBM Softek TDMF is 0.7%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NetApp SnapMirror is 15.0%, down from 21.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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it_user150294

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.

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Christopher Cagayan

IT Server and Storage Engineer at a financial services firm with 501-1,000 employees

Protects our data during any emergency or disaster

If they can make the application free like other vendors or include it in all the packages, it would be great. Once we bought a license for NetApp AFF A250, but the company didn’t include SnapMirror, which lead to issues while transferring data. We had to reach out to the vendor again which lead to logistical issues. It was quite frustrating as we had already incorporated the product cost into the budget, and it is quite difficult to include it again. That was a bad experience.

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Manufacturing Company

18%

Computer Software Company

14%

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What do you like most about NetApp SnapMirror?

The performance and stability are valuable features. It seems to fulfill all the requirements.

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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?

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

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Comparisons

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Also Known As

Softek TDMF

SnapMirror

Overview

IBM Data Mobility Services Ð Softek Transparent Data Migration Facility (TDMF) z/OS uses skilled experts for a more reliable data migration, helping reduce the risk of disruptions or outages and enabling continuous application availability.

IBM

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.

NetApp

Sample Customers

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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