Bareos
9.1#3 in backup softwareFrom €480 a yearFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitBareos vs Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows
Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows
7.6#27 in backup softwareFree planFree planAPISelf-hostedWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Bareos | Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows |
|---|---|---|
| Backup scope | mixed | mixed |
| Company founded | LinkedIn lists the company as founded in 2013, while Bareos describes the software project as starting in 2010. | Veeam says its company story began in 2006. |
| Computer backup | Yes | Yes |
| Documentation depth | The documentation covers installation, upgrades, WebUI, plugins, network protocols, encryption, security issues, APIs and release notes. | The Help Center provides a versioned user guide, installation, recovery, licensing, automation, troubleshooting and how-to sections. |
| Founded | 2012 | 2006 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Cologne, Germany | Baar, Switzerland |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Rating on G2 | 4.0 out of 5 from 1 review | 4.6 out of 5 from 1,372 reviews for Veeam products overall |
| Rating on PeerSpot | 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews | 4.2 out of 5 from 40 reviews |
| 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
Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows plans
- FreeFree
- ServerPriced on request
- WorkstationPriced on request
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 Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.