Veeam Agent for Linux [EOL] vs Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] comparison

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

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Pros
"The solution is very simple. Management of the platform is so simple that we don't need to have any training to deploy this solution.""The solution is very user-friendly and has an easy to use interface. We can manage it easily. It allows for a simple backup.""It is scalable.""It's most compatible with VMware. It can restore single files instead of having to restore the whole machine, once again leading to savings for the company.""The Veeam Backup and Replication Suite is very user-friendly.""It's simple to use.""The most valuable feature is the instant restore option.""The initial setup was straightforward. It's not complicated. It takes around half an hour to implement, but it depends on the performance of the server that you are installing the backup software on."

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"The initial setup was straightforward. It was very easy. Deployment only took about one hour with configuration and everything considered.""The most valuable features of Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows are the backups, ease of use, and report manager.""Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows's most useful features is the ease of use and user-friendly.""The most valuable feature is the ability to navigate inside a backup point to look for a specific folder or data you want to recover.""It is easy to deploy.""I don't have any major problems with the agent connectivity with Microsoft applications or Microsoft Azure.""To do the actual backup configuration is also not too bad.""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 is a compatibility issue with HCI.""I would like to be able to install Veeam directly to Linux instead of having to go through a Windows server.""In terms of the physical environment, I'd like them to integrate it with other kinds of solutions. We don't just work with Microsoft or Linux, but other kinds of infrastructure data as well.""The pricing could be lowered if possible.""In new releases, I hope they can support Oracle cloud.""In the next version, I would like to see an increase in the locations online. I have found that other products have good pickup location.""They could be more customer-friendly.""More Linux systems should be made compatible with the solution."

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"I would like there to be more integration with other platforms.""We need some sort of security for backups and archives.""Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows should improve by having more features, easier deployment, and compatibility with Unix boxes.""Updating and configuration can sometimes be a little bit of a hassel, but once you know the product better it is easy to use.""The stability of this solution needs to be improved.""I would like to see the ability for incremental backups and reverse backups.""There should be an option to use the solution for physical machines.""The solution lacks instant recovery."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Licensing costs are $300,000 USD yearly, and we pay for three years at a time."
  • "It's a subscription based license, which is started on a yearly basis. Currently the licensing is split between three editions: standard, enterprise, and enterprise plus. As long as you check the comparison between the additions and make sure that you have what you need, there are no extra costs with Veeam."
  • "The solution is rather expensive and I think the price is too high."
  • "The costing is very competitive."
  • "Licensing costs are monthly."
  • "Price-wise it's good."
  • "We have purchased a license to use Veeam Agent for Linux and the additional support. The overall cost of Veeam Agent for Linux is expensive."
  • "There's the principal license for Veeam Agent for Linux, and then you need to buy additional licenses for your machines."
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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 the solution is its integration with Veeam Backup & Replication console.
    Top Answer:We have to pay a license fee for every system we use. We pay for licenses annually. Veeam Agent is one of the cheapest products in the market. I would rate the solution’s pricing a two out of ten… more »
    Top Answer:More Linux systems should be made compatible with the solution.
    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

    Veeam Agent for Linux is a simple backup agent that’s designed to ensure the Availability of your Linux installations, both on‑premises and in the public cloud. Veeam Agent for Linux’s built‑in integration with Veeam Backup & Replication allows you to leverage your Veeam backup repositories and get your on‑premises backups off site.

    https://www.veeam.com/linux-cloud-server-backup-agent.html

    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
    ContinuitySA, Industrial Scientific
    ContinuitySA, Landmark Information Group
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider27%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Media Company13%
    Manufacturing Company13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Government9%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm19%
    Comms Service Provider19%
    Energy/Utilities Company14%
    Computer Software Company14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Retailer8%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise54%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise24%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise52%
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    Veeam Agent for Linux [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Cloud Backup with 23 reviews while Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] doesn't meet the minimum requirements to be ranked in Cloud Backup with 40 reviews. Veeam Agent for Linux [EOL] is rated 8.0, while Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Veeam Agent for Linux [EOL] writes "Reliable and issue-free with a helpful onboarding wizard". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] writes "Functional application availability". Veeam Agent for Linux [EOL] is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, Hornetsecurity Altaro VM Backup, Microsoft DPM, Rubrik and Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365, whereas Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows [EOL] is most compared with Veeam Backup & Replication, AOMEI Cyber Backup, Rubrik, Acronis Cyber Protect and AWS Backup.

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