Bareos
9.1#3 in backup softwareFrom €480 a yearFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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Macrium Reflect
7.0#50 in backup softwareWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Bareos | Macrium Reflect |
|---|---|---|
| Backup scope | mixed | mixed |
| Computer backup | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 2012 | 2006 |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Headquarters | Cologne, Germany | Manchester, United Kingdom; Denver, Colorado, United States |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Reflect Home includes Macrium Image Guardian, which the maker says blocks ransomware and accidental deletion of backups. |
| Restore modes | mixed | mixed |
Bareos plans
- CommunityFree
- Subscription€480 a year
- Setup Review€800, paid once
- Training€810, paid once
- Consulting€900, paid once
- Basic Support€1,080 a year
Macrium Reflect plans
- Reflect LTSC—
- Reflect X Home — 1-year term—
- Reflect X Home — 3-year term—
- Reflect X Standalone—
- SiteBackupPriced on request
- Technicians—
Pick Bareos if…
Bareos suits people or organizations looking for backup software for both computers and servers. It may fit users who want an open-source community edition, ransomware protection, and support for self-hosted environments.
Pick Macrium Reflect if…
Reflect suits Windows users needing system or file backup, and organizations managing workstations, servers, or multiple locations. The Home trial targets personal users, while other plans address business deployment.