IDERA SQL Safe Backup vs MSP360 Backup comparison

IDERA and MSP360 are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. IDERA is ranked #72, while MSP360 is ranked #58. IDERA holds a 0.6% mindshare in BRS, compared to MSP360’s 0.9% mindshare. Additionally, 33% of IDERA users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of MSP360 users who would recommend it.

IDERA SQL Safe Backup

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 11, 2024

IDERA SQL Safe Backup and MSP360 Backup compete in the backup solutions category. MSP360 Backup appears to have the upper hand due to its comprehensive features and higher perceived value.

Features: IDERA SQL Safe Backup provides robust backup compression, encryption, and centralized management. MSP360 Backup offers cross-platform support, flexible storage options, and advanced scheduling.

Room for Improvement: IDERA SQL Safe Backup could improve its reporting capabilities and enhance cloud integration. MSP360 Backup users suggest better documentation and more intuitive configuration options.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IDERA SQL Safe Backup receives high marks for quick deployment and solid customer support, though users mention a learning curve. MSP360 Backup is praised for ease of deployment and customer service, with users appreciating its guided setup process.

Pricing and ROI: IDERA SQL Safe Backup is viewed as cost-effective with a good return on investment. MSP360 Backup is priced higher but users feel it justifies the cost with its advanced features.

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Categories and Ranking

IDERA SQL Safe Backup

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

72nd

Average Rating

5.0

Reviews Sentiment

4.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Event Monitoring (19th)

MSP360 Backup

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

58th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Backup (47th), Disaster Recovery (DR) Software (33rd), MSP Backup (7th)

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of IDERA SQL Safe Backup is 0.6%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MSP360 Backup is 0.9%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Backup and Recovery Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
MSP360 Backup	0.9%
IDERA SQL Safe Backup	0.6%
Other	98.5%

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SeniorDB3550

Senior DBA Lead at a government with 10,001+ employees

It has reduced our backup time, however backups do get skipped

I would like to see the pieces that they have put in the web only to be put into the thick client sitting on the desktop client. They moved a lot of the features to their web-based version of it. Because of the large number of databases that we have along with our backup, their web product can't handle it. So, we can't use it. So, we are missing out on a lot of the new features. The way the filtering goes, if you filter on your view, there is no indication that you have made a selection. Unless you can remember day-to-day that you may have something deselected or selected, your view may be different than you expect, and there is no visual indication of it.

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CONRAD FORREST

President at MTS Consulting Group, Inc.

The solution provides the ability to backup all types of cloud drives, is inexpensive, and has decent support

MSP360 Backup provides the backup functionality, but we need to provide the storage component. We can use Azure, AWS, or another provider, but we need to choose the storage provider and create a bucket to store our data. The vendor is making changes to improve the functionality of the service and the separation of storage, but I would like to see more integration and a knowledge base of the tool. Currently trying to understand why the storage is separated and how to implement the storage properly is a challenge. Using the solution incurs additional charges for the device storage and backup which are not included in the service. Unlike other solutions such as Kohl which includes everything at one price. MSP360 Backup can be improved by adding inclusive pricing.

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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

"It has reduced our backup time and simplified our backup processes across all the servers."

"The compression, because it drastically reduces the disk space."

"I do like the central management console where you can see a global status for all your backups and manage restores."

"It is far better than the native SQL compressed backup utility, and even though we are seeing approximately 1.4 : 1 de-duplication ratio (using compression at Level 3) we've saved so much space that we still have more than 33% free space on our backup appliances."

"MSP360 Backup's most valuable feature is its backup interface."

"It has allowed me to implement a cost effective, highly configurable solution."

"Client-side encryption minimizes worries about data being captured on the back-end."

"The solution is easy to access and handles things efficiently."

"It has allowed me to implement a cost effective, highly configurable solution."

"The most valuable feature for me is that I can see what has has been successfully backed up and what not. I do not mean the file or folder view, because that's problematic with GDPR, but I mean which machines have successfully backed up. It's very valuable because you don't have to check the machines. The second feature is that you can change backup settings in the portal."

"I liked the way the product worked, its flexibility on the storage and cost, and the way it was supported."

"Supports peer-to-peer backup using Minio, which has allowed us to easily pre-seed and maintain an off-site backup within driving distance, making tactical recovery of accidental file deletions easy."

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Cons

"Lots of room for improvement. I have never experienced anything as buggy as SQLsafe."

"For a supposedly mature product, it lacks basic functionality that the built-in Microsoft SQL Server backup/restore programs provide and being told we'll be added to interested party list isn't very satisfying."

"The way the filtering goes, if you filter on your view, there is no indication that you have made a selection."

"Make sure you check your backups on a regular basis. Backups do get missed with this tool, for whatever reason."

"I would like to see the pieces that they have put in the web only to be put into the thick client sitting on the desktop client."

"Backups do get missed with this tool, for whatever reason."

"The main improvement is that it should have GDPR compliance. That's the problematic point."

"The Linux GUI leaves a lot to be desired. It lacks many of the features of the Windows version and is buggy, but it is still usable."

"The product could be more user-friendly."

"Using the solution incurs additional charges for the device storage and backup which are not included in the service."

"The solution needs a better graphical user interface. It's a graphical user interface that is very old-school right now."

"The interface feels like it is targeted for end users who typically are looking for an all-in-one integrated push button solution. It would be better if the interface had a beginner mode and an expert mode."

"The graphics are looking a bit old and should be updated."

"As for what can be improved, some reports could be simplified so that you know how much backup you have done and what your backup details are. That report is available but it is very tough to get. I would like to know "today I have just uploaded 35 MB, tomorrow I have loaded 10 MB so my trend of backup is increasing.""

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product's pricing is a good value. They have a straightforward licensing model."

"I rate the price of MSP360 Backup a seven out of ten."

"We have a very good return on investment."

"The cost is pretty inexpensive. Around four to five dollars per device, per workstation on each server."

"Pricing is reasonable although can be quite a large upfront cost."

"It includes a standard licensing fee. Once a year, there is a rebranding fee. The licensing costs are available on the internet for MSP360 Backup. There is a discount structure where if you have over 50 devices, you get a 50% discount. So, my cost is $2 a license per month."

"Its pricing needs improvement."

"It provides a good cost savings compared to our previous cloud backup."

"MSP360 is vastly cheaper than its competitors and has almost all the same features."

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Comms Service Provider

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Company Size

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	2

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Also Known As

SQL Safe Backup

Cloudberry Backup

Overview

SQL Safe Backup helps database administrators to back up and recover instantly across SQL Servers. Unlike its competition, it provides virtual databases with access to back up files without consuming disk space, instant restore, centralized management across SQL Servers, and alert notifications for success and failure of operations.

IDERA

MSP360 Backup is a comprehensive data protection solution designed for businesses of all sizes. It offers a wide range of features and capabilities to ensure the safety and security of critical data.

With support for various storage destinations, including local drives, network shares, and cloud storage providers, MSP360 Backup provides flexibility and scalability. It also offers advanced scheduling options, allowing users to automate backups based on specific time intervals or events.

The solution supports both full and incremental backups, minimizing storage requirements and optimizing backup speed. MSP360 Backup also includes built-in encryption and compression, ensuring data privacy and reducing storage costs. Additionally, it offers easy file and folder recovery, allowing users to quickly restore lost or corrupted data.

With its intuitive user interface and robust set of features, MSP360 Backup is a reliable and efficient solution for businesses looking to protect their valuable data.

MSP360

Sample Customers

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