Own Data Platform vs Unitrends comparison

Own and Kaseya are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. Own is ranked #39 with an average rating of 9.0, while Kaseya is ranked #25 with an average rating of 10.0. Own holds a 0.6% mindshare in BRS, compared to Kaseya’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Own users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of Kaseya users who would recommend it.

Own Data Platform

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100% willing to recommend

Unitrends

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85% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Own Data Platform and Unitrends based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Backup and Recovery solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Own Data Platform

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

39th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Database Security (5th), SaaS Backup (14th), Application Testing Services (2nd)

Unitrends

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

25th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of Own Data Platform is 0.6%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Unitrends is 0.7%, 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 (%)
Unitrends	0.7%
Own Data Platform	0.6%
Other	98.7%

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Divaker Singh

Salesforce Consultant at Girikon LLCGirikon

Efficient data management with robust restore feature and room for improved anonymization

We manage the customizing and seeding parts for our customers, using Own Data Platform to provide backup and recovery services. We work with exhibition companies that regularly expand their operations Own Data Platform provides a comprehensive backup and recovery solution, allowing us to manage…

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Derek Schneider

Manager, Information Technology at a hospitality company with 201-500 employees

Daily recovery tests have validated restore readiness and ensured consistent data protection

The best features of Unitrends include the daily reporting functionality. When backups fail, it is obvious in the logs what caused the issue. Most times it is a credential problem, which is relatively easy to resolve. Though I have experienced a few more challenging issues, nothing has affected critical backup restore functionality. Every time I have needed to restore something, it has worked successfully. The support team is readily available when I need assistance, and they help walk me through issues, solving them within a reasonable timeframe. The automated backup scheduling feature has helped our organization in managing backup timelines and consistency by handling all the work automatically. We set the schedule, breaking things into smaller chunks since our main common area for files is large. I have staggered the backups so some areas receive more attention than others, particularly for less active data. Adding, removing, excluding, and inputting elements is straightforward. The system makes it simple to schedule portions and generate reports on their functionality. The impact of Unitrends' instant recovery features on strengthening data security measures is significant. I generally use instant recovery when restoring specific files or instances where we need data that has changed. The process involves loading the backup, selecting the desired version, waiting for it to unpack, and retrieving the file. Every restore attempt has been successful. I run instant recovery daily in test mode on two virtual machines. I use it to test my domain controller and file server to ensure they communicate properly in the test environment. This ensures that in case of failure, I can activate the recovery and restore server functionality.

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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 valuable feature for our customers is the restore functionality."

"The reliable backup and restoring of the Salesforce data is the most valuable feature."

"The ability to back up both physical and virtual appliances under one roof."

"The stability is rock solid."

"What I found most valuable in Unitrends is its simple user interface. It also works reliably."

"The nice thing with this appliance is you do not have to worry about server licencing, and it's separate from the SAN."

"Unitrends allows us to easily add new assets to our existing backup strategy with no headaches."

"This product has given us the ability to remote manage, monitor and report multiple client sites and we have relied on this appliance several times to recover our clients from crypto viruses that have locked their files for ransom."

"It's not easy to scale it."

"Replication to Forever Cloud."

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Cons

"The anonymization feature can be improved."

"There is need to do the same for the other SaaS applications."

"Stabilizing SQL database backups: They are way too sensitive and I am having to constantly fix SQL level backups."

"The amount of updates which are being released. Updates should be limited to two or three a year, focusing more on quality instead of a rushed bug release."

"If the interface could be less complex, it would be great. It's not the easiest to get around and to work with."

"There are a few quirks where the GUI, agent, and back-end are not precisely meshed."

"I wouldn't recommend this product to potential customers because it's an appliance-based model, and you'll be locked in with that vendor."

"Every few years, an update may not be applied right and we may have to manually reload the software."

"Though this is kinda hard to come up with at this point, but I think instead of deploying the VBAs from vCenter, it would be really nice if only the first deployment is needed from vCenter and the rest could be handled from within the solutions portal."

"The ransomware detection from the appliance incorrectly identifies one of my machines as infected with ransomware."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"Their licensing depended on the number of CPUs you had."

"Pricing model constantly changes."

"Unitrends is an expensive solution."

"We found that the cost of Unitrends was about the same as the Dell DR6300. We liked the fact that the Unitrends appliance was all-in-one."

"No comment."

"Initial pricing is competitive. Renewal pricing is steep, so make sure to project costs for the lifetime of the appliance(s)."

"Talk with the sales guys. They can work with you on the best package."

"With respect to cost, my advice is to get what you need."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

12%

Construction Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Healthcare Company

Manufacturing Company

16%

Retailer

12%

Marketing Services Firm

Construction Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	12
Midsize Enterprise	16
Large Enterprise	8

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Own Data Platform?

The pricing is somewhat high, rated at an eight out of ten. However, the value provided justifies the cost compared to other tools.

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What needs improvement with Own Data Platform?

The anonymization feature can be improved. It’s currently not straightforward and often requires a technical person to operate, which can be challenging for non-technical users.

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What is your primary use case for Own Data Platform?

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What needs improvement with Unitrends?

I would evaluate the impact of Unitrends' ransomware detection for strengthening our data security measures as somewhat misleading. The ransomware detection from the appliance incorrectly identifie...

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What is your primary use case for Unitrends?

Our main use case for Unitrends is taking our on-premise virtual machines or bulk data store and backing it up on a daily basis, or more frequently depending on requirements, and testing the virtua...

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What advice do you have for others considering Unitrends?

Regarding Unitrends' integration with leading cloud services, I utilize Spanning, which handles Microsoft 365 environment backup for a location without direct file server access. Their SharePoint d...

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Also Known As

Own Data Archiving, Own Data Security, Own Data Seeding

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Overview

OwnBackup offers administrators and developers peace of mind around SaaS data loss and corruption recovery. Our platform provides a comprehensive solution to backup, compare, recover, and manage large, complex SaaS-based data sets. With OwnBackup Sandbox Seeding, Development and QA teams can shorten cycles by configuring and replicating relevant test data sets to sandboxes, on demand, with just a few clicks.

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Unitrends offers cloud replication, remote management, and instant recovery, making it highly versatile for backup needs across physical and virtual nodes. Its seamless functionality and robust support ensure enhanced operational efficiency.

Unitrends is known for its ability to integrate with physical and virtual environments, ideal for backing up Azure VMs, local systems, and diverse operating systems. Users employ Unitrends for daily backups, disaster recovery, and file recovery tasks, protecting servers, VMware, Hyper-V clusters, and legacy systems. Real-time synchronization and monitoring are key to its efficiency, although some areas like interface and support structure require refinement. Pricing and stability concerns, as well as SQL backup sensitivity, suggest room for improvement. Users often encounter issues with billing, renewals, and dual VPN support, seeking more scalable and affordable options.

What are the key features of Unitrends?

Cloud Replication: Enables seamless backup across cloud environments.
Instant Recovery: Provides immediate access to data during disruptions.
Remote Management: Facilitates easy management of backup tasks remotely.
Global Deduplication: Significantly reduces backup sizes.
Real-time Synchronization: Ensures up-to-date data storage.

What benefits should users expect from Unitrends?

Operational Efficiency: Enhanced through its seamless interface and powerful reporting.
Reliability: Offers robust protection against ransomware.
Versatility: Supports diverse operating systems and environments.
Technical Support: Provides consistent and reliable assistance.

In industries like healthcare, financial services, and education, Unitrends plays a critical role in maintaining data integrity and accessibility. It is implemented to simplify backup processes, minimize downtime, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations, offering a comprehensive security strategy.

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Sample Customers

Workiva, HR Owen, Tommy Bakama, Kanshoo, NTN, Athena Health, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Arizona State University, Pauley Financial

NHL Players Association, Salvation Army, Sligro Food Group, Mason General Hospital, Tec Group, Saldab IT, Baker Tilly, Clinton Savings Bank, Ennit Magna Bank, Manukau Institute of Technology

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