Commvault Cloud vs VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery comparison

Commvault Cloud vs. VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery

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Categories and Ranking

Commvault Cloud

Ranking in Disaster Recovery as a Service

2nd

Average Rating

8.6

Number of Reviews

104

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (3rd), eDiscovery (2nd), Cloud Backup (2nd), File Archiving (2nd), Disaster Recovery (DR) Software (3rd), SaaS Backup (1st), Threat Deception Platforms (1st), Container Backup Software (3rd)

VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery

Ranking in Disaster Recovery as a Service

4th

Average Rating

9.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Market share comparison

As of June 2024, in the Disaster Recovery as a Service category, the market share of Commvault Cloud is 14.3% and it increased by 18.7% compared to the previous year. The market share of VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery is 4.8% and it decreased by 75.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Disaster Recovery as a Service

Unique Categories:

Backup and Recovery

8.8%

eDiscovery

3.5%

No other categories found

Featured Reviews

David SQUELBUT

Project Director at ANVOLE

Apr 4, 2023

Quick and efficient performance in terms of data backup and restoration

The functional integration could be better. For example, the replication function is not there in the Metallic products and can be complex. We were licensing the functionality in a different tool but not in Metallic's key. So it should be enhanced. In future releases, I would like to see better VM replication because it's not available today. But there should also be provisions to have more integration. Metallic is perfect for a customer because it is very easy to use. However, I find it difficult to find some use cases on my own and need to contact Metallic support. Moreover, in a SaaS project, I cannot open or function agents alone and require the support of Metallic.

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Bunmi Sadiq

CTO at Syscodes Communications Ltd

May 31, 2021

Application can be migrated from one host to another in respects of virtual machines without the user taking notice

The automation should be simplified or improved. Usually throughout the day, during peak periods, one or another task cannot be carried out. Moreover, if one wishes to move large data, the user's application response may be affected. So, it would be best if such tasks can be automated to allow such tasks to be undertaken not during peak periods. As a consequence, this would lessen the impact to the underlying resources. I would also like to see interoperability between various virtualization and cloud solutions. It would be nice to be able to move my VM from Windows or Hyper-V to VMware and from this to Citrix. The adding of these features would be awesome.

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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

"Commvault is very simple to use and it is automated."

"We switched to Commvault because we were looking to centralize management. This reduced IT administrator time as well as providing stability and reliability for data backups in a single console."

"Real-time synchronization is a good feature."

"The VM backups and the recovery from cloud infrastructure are valuable."

"The return points are very valuable."

"We use Commvault Command Center for backups and restores and for the creation of new clients. We use it for other functionalities as well. In terms of VMware, I can go directly to the Command Center, enter VMware, and I can search it directly. Command Center is very useful and it can be used for more advanced techniques."

"It provides us a good holistic view of everything that we have backed up so far. It also provides us all the recovery points. If we look at an an object that has been backed up, we can tell how many retention copies it has, how far we can go, and recover any data, if needed."

"It runs all the tests and emails us the reports. We take daily, weekly, and monthly snapshots, and I integrate the storage snapshot scripts with the Commvault workflow. The Commvault workflow runs all the scripts and sends us the reports. It also features cloud-side reports and workflows. Commvault has many tools for backing up, restoring, and archiving things, but we use another service for our archives."

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"The initial setup is easy depending on the environment you are working with."

"Setting up VMs can be done quickly. It is easy to use."

"Technical support is very proactive and helpful."

"We feel the ability to move virtual machines while they are still running to be the most valuable feature."

"The most valuable features are the backup and disaster recovery services."

Cons

"You can't change Metallic's retention policies without contacting the Commvault support team."

"The initial setup was complicated."

"Suppose I am restoring a particular file. If I want to restore the permissions only from that particular folder, that is not possible. I have to restore all the data for that particular folder. If there was an option to just restore the permissions, that would be better."

"When we started using Commvault, we felt that there were some technical issues with managing it, but we are comfortable enough with managing it now. There were many issues, like index corrupting, when we first started, but all those issues were resolved by the Commvault tech team."

"Commvault HyperScale X could improve by allowing backups of the storage area network (SAN)."

"The pricing of the solution can be improved and made cheaper."

"Commvault's price is quite high."

"This solution can be complex and difficult to administer because it supports all of the many platforms, so it would help if they could simplify it."

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"The improvements should be as per customer requirements."

"When starting up the replication and converting it to the virtual machine I had some problems. I had to start the process again and that is inconvenient."

"VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery could improve by enhancing the network bandwidth from the storage."

"The automation should be simplified or improved."

"It would be ideal if they added advanced analytics or AI to the solution."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Commvault's pricing model and pricing structure were initially confusing, but once we worked more closely with the company, we were able to transition to a subscription license that saved us a lot of money."

"Its cost is reasonable, but anybody else can do better benchmarking."

"New licensing is easy and affordable."

"The price is a little bit high."

"The solution is expensive, but it is worth the money."

"Commvault is more expensive than Veeam, which is the reason that we are changing to Veeam for cloud environments."

"HyperScale X is expensive."

"The product is very competitive for pricing in some countries because it is possible to set up Commvault hardware with other vendors using its certification."

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"I would say VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery is very expensive in comparison with other available virtualization solutions."

"The price of VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery should be lowered in order to compete better in the market."

"The pricing is good."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

Government

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

13%

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

Government

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By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Commvault?

The convenience of backing up and restoring simultaneously is very valuable.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Commvault?

The tool is affordable. I rate the pricing a six out of ten. Implementation requires additional costs because we need Commvault Professional Services.

What needs improvement with Commvault?

Data center backup must be improved. We also want the product to provide us with a cloud-based backup. If we use Microsoft Exchange Online for email services, we want to know how to get a backup in...

What do you like most about VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery?

Setting up VMs can be done quickly. It is easy to use.

What needs improvement with VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery?

The improvements should be as per customer requirements.

What is your primary use case for VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery?

We have three different VMs. During long business hours, we can shift from PR to DR. It has high availability.

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Also Known As

Commvault Complete Data Protection, Commvault, Commvault Backup & Recovery, Commvault HyperScale X, Metallic, ThreatWise

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Overview

Commvault Cloud is the ultimate cyber resilience platform built to meet the demands of the hybrid
enterprise. Beyond its core functionality of data backup and recovery across diverse workloads, including applications, databases, virtual machines, and files, Commvault Cloud stands out as a robust defense against ransomware. Going beyond backup, the platform integrates advanced data security features such as encryption, access control, and threat detection, safeguarding against unauthorized access and cyber threats.

With tools for data management, classification, and migration, businesses can optimize storage costs, enhance accessibility, and comply with regulations seamlessly. Boasting cloud integration with major providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, Commvault Cloud leverages the scalability and flexibility of the cloud for comprehensive data protection and management. The platform's automation capabilities streamline tasks, and its reporting and analytics features provide valuable insights into data usage, potential risks, and optimization strategies. Commvault Cloud is not just a security tool; it is a key component of cyber resilience, enabling organizations to not only protect against cyberattacks but also recover swiftly and minimize the impact of incidents. Elevate your cyber resilience strategy with Commvault Cloud.

Datrium Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) with VMware Cloud on AWS is transforming DR with its cloud-native design, built-in backup, instant RTO, and on-demand model. It’s liberating IT from the complexity of legacy DR approaches and standalone backup tools.

For more information, please visit www.datrium.com.

Sample Customers

Aberdeenshire Council, Acxiom, BAM Group Ireland, Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta, CI Investments, Clifford Chance, American Municipal Power, American Pacific Mortgage, AstraZeneca, Dongbu Steel, Denver Health, Dow Jones, Emirates Steel, Penn State Health, Prime Healthcare, Sonic Healthcare, Sony Network Communications, TiVO, UCONN Health, The Weitz Company

Certainty Home Loans, VPay, ZEON

Commvault Cloud vs. VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery