Bareos
9.1#3 in backup softwareFrom €480 a yearFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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MSP360 Backup
9.0#4 in backup softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Bareos | MSP360 Backup |
|---|---|---|
| API | The developer documentation describes scripting the Director and building GUI interfaces, including API modes, BVFS and a REST API. | Managed Backup exposes API credentials and documentation, and version 8 added API methods to authorize, deauthorize and check computer authorization. |
| Backup scope | mixed | mixed |
| Computer backup | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 2012 | 2011 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Cologne, Germany | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Rating on G2 | 4.0 out of 5 from 1 review | 4.5 out of 5 from 648 reviews for MSP360 overall; the MSP360 Backup listing has 555 reviews. |
| Rating on GetApp | 0.0 out of 5 from 0 reviews | 4.6 out of 5 from 255 reviews. |
| Restore modes | mixed | mixed |
| Security controls | The security page describes authentication, ACLs, console profiles, separate retention settings, checksums and verification jobs. | Official security materials describe AES encryption, SSL transport, access controls, password policies, pseudonymization and authentication controls. |
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
MSP360 Backup plans
- Pro (macOS/Linux)$19.99 a year
- FreeFree
- Desktop$29.99 a year
- Server$109.99 a year
- SQL$124.99 a year
- Ultimate$179.99 a year
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 MSP360 Backup if…
MSP360 Backup suits individuals needing workstation backup and organizations choosing coverage for desktops, servers, or SQL Server. The listed options also include file, image, and Exchange backup in Ultimate.