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We performed a comparison between Unitrends and Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"I like the fact that you can recover the VMs inside the appliance. For example, they're basically running this appliance on a Linux-based distribution, and they're spinning off KVM virtual machines inside.""When we talk about a backup point of view, from a backup perspective, it's a good one.""Stability-wise, I rate this solution a nine out of ten.""It's not easy to scale it.""I really like the reporting options you get for various email reports.""Backup/archive to multiple locations.""Unitrends has helped us cut down the time that it takes to restore a server to its original configuration.""The ability to diversify jobs within the same server helps break down a large chunk of data into more manageable and concentrated chunks."

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"We found the initial setup to be quite simple.""Veeam helps to create a stable environment with virtual servers.""Veeam is very useful for the Hyper-V environment.""It's powerful and user-friendly.""This is a good product with a simple environment.""It's straightforward to set up.""Application awareness is very good and the speed of this solution is good.""The solution is useful for taking backups for end-user laptops and end-user workstations where data is involved."

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Cons
"There's a lot that can be made better. For example, it could be more scalable.""The solution’s support and onboarding process needs to be improved.""Network-based storage stability could be improved.""Techs don't see to be well-versed in troubleshooting issues that arise and tickets stay opened for weeks for resolution.""There are a few quirks where the GUI, agent, and back-end are not precisely meshed.""Making the seeding process more accessible and easier to understand. Also, make more of the undocumented best practices easier to find.""I would like to see the real-time replication process improved, and a zero RPO feature added.""Unitrends can be challenging to scale."

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"The solution lacks instant recovery.""It is not always easy to update this solution to the newer version, so the update process needs to be improved.""The solution's compression ratio and high speed for backing up can always improve. Aspects that need improvement are less time, better quality, higher security, and more compression. These are continuous requirements for any customer.""Troubleshooting is very hard.""There are not many options available for AIX backup. They provide the agent for AIX, but it could be more mature.""We need some sort of security for backups and archives.""The stability of this solution needs to be improved.""Interface could possibly be improved."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "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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  • "Our licensing fees are on a yearly basis."
  • "Pricing is based on license packaging and duration. Longer term licenses are less per year and license packages also offer a discount."
  • "There are costs in addition to the standard licensing fees, and pricing can be a disadvantage or a weakness for this solution."
  • "We purchased a three-year license, and I think that the prices are ok."
  • "The pricing is good."
  • "The licensing fees are billed on a yearly basis, and the fees are much lower than what I pay for NetBackup."
  • "The pricing model is based on CPU and must be declared as Microsoft or VMware licensing."
  • "We have a cloud provider agreement with Veeam. We are also paying for the agent."
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    Questions from the Community
    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 »
    Top Answer:The pricing is very good compared to Micro Focus. It is very affordable.
    Top Answer:We don't have any issues with the solution. We do not need any other features. The integration with MS Storage and Dell Media needs to be simplified. Micro Focus may be better in this area as it… more »
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    Overview
    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.

    What is Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows?

    Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows is a robust, trusted data protection and recovery solution for both physical and virtual machines. This solution can be used to safeguard all kinds of machines and devices, such as desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. Veeam Agent for Windows can easily be installed on all Windows-based physical servers, workstations, desktops, and virtual machines, and works well in either a standalone or managed mode.

    It is widely understood that all users should back up all stored data on a regularly scheduled basis to protect all important data. In the event of a data disaster, data can easily be restored from the backup using this solution and one would never have to experience a loss of important information. Users can implement Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows to perform regularly scheduled backups automatically, or manually, as needed. Users can choose to back up individual folders and files, designate particular computer files, or even the entire computer image. 

    Backups can be saved in several different locations, such as:

    • Cloud Repository (Veeam Cloud Connect)
    • Backup Repository (Veeam Backup Server)
    • Network Shared Folder 
    • Local Computer Drive
    • Removable Storage Device (USB, CD, DVD, etc)
    • Microsoft OneDrive

    Veeam Agent for Windows users are able to:

    • Create a Veeam Recovery Media file on an external hard drive, CD/DVD/BD, internal hard drive, or choose to establish an ISO file using Veeam Recovery Media on disk.
    • Create a comprehensive system image backup and securely back up chosen computer volumes or specific personal folders with files. Users have the option to store backups in a network shared folder on an external hard drive, or use the Veeam backup repository, Veeam Cloud Connect Repository, or Microsoft OneDrive.

    Veeam Data restore offers two options:

    • Volume-level restore: Veeam Agent is able to restore the complete content of the entire volume. The solution retrieves the data blocks pertaining to the designated volumes and copies them to the desired location. A volume can then be restored to a new location or its original location.

    • File-Level Restore: Veeam Agent will use Veeam’s proprietary driver to publish backup content safely to a user's computer file system. Users can then access the content user Veeam’s Virtual Disk Driver (VDK), which is included with the solution. Users can then easily browse and copy the desired files and folders to use as desired.

    Veeam Recovery Media

    Veeam Agent for Windows allows users to create a complete recovery image of their computer using Veeam Recovery Media. This image contains all data necessary to run Microsoft Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) while supplying a viable option to run users’ computer systems.

    Reviews From Real Users:

    We use Veeam Agent for security as well as to ensure we have a backup should the server or discs fatally die. We are a small company with just one building, we want to be sure that should a server be gone we have a backup in the cloud so that we can survive.” - Director at a tech services company 

    “The compatibility of Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows with other solutions is good. Its integration with other solutions is also good. I also find the product user-friendly.” - Business Development Manager at a tech services company.

    Sample Customers
    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
    ContinuitySA, Landmark Information Group
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    Wireless Company11%
    Non Tech Company11%
    Government11%
    Wellness & Fitness Company7%
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    Computer Software Company16%
    Government11%
    Real Estate/Law Firm7%
    Educational Organization7%
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    Financial Services Firm19%
    Comms Service Provider19%
    Energy/Utilities Company14%
    Computer Software Company14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company20%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Retailer8%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Company Size
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    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise44%
    Large Enterprise24%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business37%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise47%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise24%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise51%
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    Unitrends is ranked 44th in Backup and Recovery with 34 reviews while Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Backup and Recovery with 40 reviews. Unitrends is rated 7.8, while Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] is rated 8.4. 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". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] writes "Functional application availability". Unitrends is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Rubrik, Acronis Cyber Protect, Commvault Cloud and Arcserve UDP, whereas Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Dell Avamar, Acronis Cyber Protect, AWS Backup and Dell PowerProtect Data Manager.

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