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We performed a comparison between Quest NetVault 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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Pros
"The user interface is good.""The initial setup is straightforward. It's not that complicated. Deployment took maybe about 15 minutes.""The solution allows us to block off our network and only give access to whatever we want.""Its dashboard is quite well done. When you log into the GUI, you can basically see everything you need to know. There is also the possibility to edit the view as you like, which is great.""Having the web-based interface is important to us because we can access it from any computer in the network, rather than having it installed and available for use only on a specific one.""The interface is very user-friendly.""The platform helps us with efficient QoreStor deduplication (DD) capabilities and configuration.""If a job is pending, the solution communicates it to us through emails."

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"The ability to diversify jobs within the same server helps break down a large chunk of data into more manageable and concentrated chunks.""The predictive analytics are great and the reporting is awesome.""Stability-wise, I rate this solution a nine out of ten.""When I have had to use tech support, they've been very good.""It is a quick and easy way to organize my backups and to keep track of them.""The backup feature and recovery option are good because they allow the instant recovery of Hyper-V nodes and files.""It is an easy system to use. The support, if needed, is always willing to help.""What I found most valuable in Unitrends is its simple user interface. It also works reliably."

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Cons
"The stability of the solution is poor.""The storage capacity is very low.""The interface can be improved. It should be more clear what features are available and make them easy to find.""There are command-line limitations. There is not a very strong possibility to work with the command line. The commands that are there are not that powerful, and you need to be very good at scripting, for example, in PowerShell or in Bash in case it is running on Linux systems. You need to combine a lot of commands together, and still, you will not get a great output that is presentable to others. You cannot work with it as easily.""In the next version, I would like to see support for the MongoDB database. As it is now, there is no component that works with it and we cannot back the data up using NetVault.""The initial setup is a little complex.""I would like to see the option of cloud-based management.""There are certain issues with the product that we report to Quest, and we get offered a workaround instead of a fix. There could be better interaction with the development teams, perhaps in terms of transparency."

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"I would like to see more storage options for the free version.""The solution's base operating system needs to be improved.""The solution’s support and onboarding process needs to be improved.""Unitrends can be challenging to scale.""Probably the biggest issue I've had is actually paying for the unit, and part of that problem is that they use a third party for the billing.""There are a few quirks where the GUI, agent, and back-end are not precisely meshed.""It seems like Unitrends moved away from enterprise customer engagement and moved more towards the managed service provider market.""If the interface could be less complex, it is would be great."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The price of our 12-month contract is approximately $1,500 AUD ($1,100 USD)."
  • "When we purchased four licenses, we were given a very good price. However, it is still on the high side when compared to some other vendors."
  • "The tool is expensive."
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  • "Make sure you do the homework to size the solution properly. Buy the Enterprise Plus licensing if you can afford it."
  • "When you purchase initially, get into the program which gives replacement hardware for free when you renew your support agreement."
  • "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."
  • "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."
  • "The cost of Unitrends definitely draws you in. The licensing is all included in the appliance, which is a great incentive."
  • "Pricing model constantly changes."
  • "You should be aware how much the monthly costs are to use, what the initial costs for hardware are, and what the options to expand are, if needed."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:NetVault is a great cloud-ready enterprise backup software for hybrid data centers. Here are some of the things I really like about the solution It is easy to use right out of the box and scales… more »
    Top Answer:If a job is pending, the solution communicates it to us through emails.
    Top Answer:The storage capacity is very low. The solution removes all the data in 15 days. We need the history for at least one or two months. I need the history whenever I run Tape. I need the details of the… more »
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Unitrends for me is the automated feedback
    Top Answer:Unitrends is an expensive solution. We've negotiated deals where they've given us the $ 62,000 to $ 64,000 appliance for free but charged $ 90,000 for three years of support.
    Top Answer:In terms of improvement, the UI, especially in the recovery section, is unclear about which repository it uses—I had to hover over to find that information. Figuring out the scripting part wasn't… more »
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    out of 131 in Backup and Recovery
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    Average Words per Review
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    Also Known As
    NetVault Backup, Quest NetVault, Quest NetVault Backup, BakBone
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    Overview

    Cloud-ready data recovery software for the hybrid data center. Protect your applications and data on-premises and in the cloud — from one intuitive console — with this scalable data backup and recovery software. NetVault® by Quest supports multiple server and application platforms in both physical and virtual environments. That means you can ensure continuous availability of your business-critical systems, applications and data.

    Unitrends increases uptime, productivity and confidence in a world in which IT professionals must do more with less. Unitrends leverages high-availability hardware and software engineering, cloud economics, enterprise power with consumer-grade design, and customer-obsessed support to natively provide all-in-one enterprise backup and continuity. The result is a “one throat to choke” set of offerings that allow our customers to focus on their business rather than backup.
    Sample Customers
    intel, Mars, MERK, Microsoft, Uber, Visa
    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
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Government9%
    Real Estate/Law Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    REVIEWERS
    Wireless Company11%
    Non Tech Company11%
    Government11%
    Wellness & Fitness Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Government11%
    Real Estate/Law Firm8%
    Educational Organization7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business45%
    Large Enterprise55%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business35%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise49%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise44%
    Large Enterprise24%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business36%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise48%
    Buyer's Guide
    Quest NetVault vs. Unitrends
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Quest NetVault vs. Unitrends and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    765,386 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Quest NetVault is ranked 44th in Backup and Recovery with 10 reviews while Unitrends is ranked 41st in Backup and Recovery with 34 reviews. Quest NetVault is rated 7.2, while Unitrends is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Quest NetVault writes "Easy to use, stable, affordable pricing model, and good technical support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Unitrends writes "The solution can be used to back up servers and Hyper-V cluster nodes, but its support is super expensive". Quest NetVault is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Quest Rapid Recovery, Veritas NetBackup, Commvault Cloud and Azure Backup, whereas Unitrends is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Rubrik, Acronis Cyber Protect, Commvault Cloud and Dell PowerProtect DD (Data Domain). See our Quest NetVault vs. Unitrends report.

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