BackupKit
6.7#74 in backup softwareFrom $34 a yearWindows
VisitBackupKit vs IDrive
What both publish
| Fact | BackupKit | IDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Backup scope | file | mixed |
| Computer backup | Yes | Yes |
| Encryption | AES-256 encryption is applied on the device before upload, and the password is stored under Windows DPAPI and never sent to BackupKit. | Files use 256-bit AES encryption in transit and at rest; private keys are optional. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Paid from | 6 | 0.25 |
| Restore modes | file | mixed |
| Support | The maker says support goes directly to the developer and usually responds within a working day. | IDrive says it offers 24/7 support via live chat, email, and phone. |
| Supported platforms | windows | web,windows,macos,linux,ios,android |
BackupKit plans
- Monthly$4 a month
- Yearly$34 a year
- Lifetime$59, paid once
IDrive plans
- IDrive Mini$0.25 a month
- IDrive Personal$11.99 a month
- IDrive Team$11.99 a month
- IDrive Business$59.99 a month
- BasicFree
- Microsoft Office 365 Backup$20 a year
Pick BackupKit if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick IDrive if…
IDrive suits individuals and organizations that want to back up multiple device types, including servers and NAS devices, under one account. Its business administration and cloud application add-ons may also suit teams managing shared backups.