N2W vs pCloud comparison

N2WS and pCloud are both solutions in the Cloud Backup category. N2WS is ranked #6 with an average rating of 9.9, while pCloud is ranked #49. N2WS holds a 1.3% mindshare in CB, compared to pCloud’s 0.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of N2WS users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of pCloud users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 16, 2025

pCloud and N2W compete in the cloud storage and backup solutions category. Data comparisons indicate that pCloud offers advantages in affordability, while N2W stands out with feature robustness.

Features: pCloud provides seamless file synchronization, intuitive file management, and enhanced security for data storage. It also includes a virtual hard drive feature and file-sharing options. N2W is recognized for advanced backup and disaster recovery especially for AWS workloads, automated backup scheduling, and policy-based management.

Room for Improvement: pCloud could enhance its customer service and improve advanced backup features. Additionally, offering more robust collaboration tools could attract enterprise users. N2W could simplify its complex setup, offer more flexible pricing options, and enhance user interface intuitiveness for non-technical users.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: pCloud is straightforward in its deployment, but customer support might be considered only adequate. N2W's deployment is more complex, designed for cloud-native environments, but it offers superior customer service, providing tailored support and efficient deployment assistance.

Pricing and ROI: pCloud offers affordable pricing with options like a lifetime subscription, making it appealing for small businesses and individuals. The pricing is $125 for 500 GB and $250 for 2 TB. N2W, although more expensive, delivers strong ROI for businesses needing reliable backup solutions, ensuring cost-efficiency in preventing data loss.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

N2W

Ranking in Cloud Backup

6th

Average Rating

9.4

Reviews Sentiment

5.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (8th), Disaster Recovery (DR) Software (7th)

pCloud

Ranking in Cloud Backup

49th

Average Rating

9.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of N2W is 1.3%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of pCloud is 0.9%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Cloud Backup Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
N2W	1.3%
pCloud	0.9%
Other	97.8%

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reviewer2757345

Cloud Engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

Automation has transformed our backup process and validated our disaster recovery strategy

While the product is excellent, there are a couple of areas for potential improvement. The process for version upgrades, which sometimes requires deploying a new instance, could be streamlined to allow for a more seamless in-place update. It would be extremely useful to have the ability to set a retention period on manual backups. Occasionally, we take a manual snapshot before a major deployment, and currently, these can be forgotten, leading to unnecessary storage costs. Adding an 'auto-delete after X days' option to manual backups, similar to scheduled policies, would be a fantastic addition for cost management and general housekeeping. The EKS backup module should be a great feature, and it would have been a useful functionality to have for cluster backup management.

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it_user1027515

Photographer at MS Solutions Ltd.

Enables me to access my files from all kind of devices and operating systems

I trust pCloud to store my business and personal files like photos, videos, university books, etc. pCloud is always there when I need it I can access my files from all kind of devices and operating systems. I do not need any more external flash drives. I can even edit my files directly in the…

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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

"We had a ransomware event in 2023, and we were able to recover every machine with minimal effort."

"N2WS is a perfect backup solution for AWS EC2 instances and VPC backups, and it has made our backup process and monitoring simple and effective."

"N2W has positively impacted our organization by allowing us to conduct recovery drills and share information with our customers about our improvements."

"The product is successful with the SMB market."

"The backup and recovery are the most valuable features. So, our developers can work with confidence."

"Having multiple policies and schedules handled for me takes the burden out of managing backups across multiple departments."

"The most valuable feature is the ease of use."

"N2W has significantly improved our operational efficiency and our confidence in our business continuity plan."

More N2W pros

"The sync process has been quick, and the software correctly maintains the same file structure as in File Explorer."

"I can access my files from all kind of devices and operating systems. I do not need any more external flash drives. I can even edit my files directly in the cloud using pCloud Drive."

Cons

"The EKS environment solution could be improved."

"The process for version upgrades, which sometimes requires deploying a new instance, could be streamlined to allow for a more seamless in-place update."

"S3 backups, which I know is already in the feature pipeline, would be a useful improvement."

"Additional features I would like to see are the ability to restore to different vendors, AWS and Azure, and/or the ability or take the information out of the AWS cloud."

"I believe onboarding could be easier. While the platform supports multi-account architectures, the initial process for new customer accounts could be more automated."

"It could be improved to include disaster recovery in cross accounts for Azure in upcoming releases."

"The UI is a little dated and hard to use. Some of the buttons are a bit small. You have to go into the menu to get the settings you want."

More N2W cons

"My recommendation is that support could be better, even though sometimes things can be technically complicated."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing and licensing on AWS is fine, because you can do it for smaller tiers depending on your number of instances, so it's not that scary."

"AWS adds more features and offer things for free, or cheaply. Therefore, we will be evaluating AWS Data Lifecycle Manager, because it will probably do backups. Thus, make sure the product that you are using is competitive or adds more value than AWS."

"It has very good pricing per instance and comes with three options, for both small and large environments, to fit your needs."

"The price is not cheap, nor is it costly."

"The purchasing process through the AWS Marketplace is easy. Just click the button."

"It's very economical and worth the cost."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

12%

University

Government

Outsourcing Company

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	9

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	7
Large Enterprise	1

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for N2WS Backup & Recovery?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is smooth, as I have not faced any issues while spinning up the instance from the marketplace, and the documentation is very comprehensive.

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What needs improvement with N2WS Backup & Recovery?

The EKS environment solution could be improved.

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What is your primary use case for N2WS Backup & Recovery?

Backup and snapshots. Before implementing a dedicated cloud-native solution, our primary pain point was the fragmented and manual nature of our data protection strategy. We were relying on a patchw...

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Also Known As

N2WS Backup & Recovery, N2WS Cloud Protection Manager, N2W Backup & Recovery for AWS Free Trial/BYOL

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Overview

N2W offers a cloud-native backup and recovery platform tailored for AWS and Azure environments, delivering secure and rapid data protection.

N2W enables IT teams to effortlessly manage backup and restore processes within AWS and Azure environments. By leveraging policy-based management, users gain full control over rapid, secure recovery across regions and accounts. Designed to scale with workloads of any size, N2W ensures business continuity through features like immutable ransomware-protected backups and smart data lifecycle management. Hosted directly in the cloud account, it simplifies the protection and recovery of mission-critical applications.

What are N2W's key features?

Immutable Backups: Protects against ransomware with unchangeable data versions
Fast Recovery: Ensures rapid data restoration within seconds
Policy-Based Management: Automates backup processes for efficiency
Cost Savings: Optimizes storage with smart data lifecycle management
Granular Reporting: Offers detailed compliance-ready audit trails
Seamless Archival: Supports low-cost storage integration including Wasabi

What benefits should users consider?

Ease of Use: Simple management for quick data recovery
Automation: Reduces manual intervention with automated policies
Cost Optimization: Manages storage efficiently to save costs
Business Continuity: Ensures resilience with flexible scheduling

Organizations across sectors use N2W for automated backup and disaster recovery of AWS resources like EC2 instances and RDS databases. It's employed to manage schedules, streamline backups in production settings, and rely on S3 for storage, providing a robust data protection approach.

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pCloud is a personal cloud space where you can store all your files and folders. It has a user-friendly interface that clearly shows where everything is located and what it does. The software is available for almost any devices and platforms – iOS and Android devices, Mac, Windows, and Linux. By installing pCloud on your computer (through its desktop application pCloud Drive), the app creates a secure virtual drive which expands your local storage space. Every change you make in your pCloud can be seen immediately on your computer, phone or tablet. All your devices are instantly synchronized and you have direct file access to any update you make.

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Sample Customers

Deloitte, NASA, Johnson & Johnson, Dyson, Deuthsche Bahn, Skechers, Allan Gray, Hewlett Packard, St. John's University, City of Oakland

Nike, Twitter, Coca-Cola, Uber, Adidas, Adobe, LinkedIn, BWW, Shell

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