Comet Backup
8.2#11 in backup softwareFrom $19 a monthWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitComet Backup vs IDrive
What both publish
| Fact | Comet Backup | IDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Backup scope | The feature comparison lists workstation, server, NAS, virtual-environment, SaaS, database, file-and-folder and system-state backup options. | mixed |
| Computer backup | Yes | Yes |
| Encryption | Comet says data is encrypted before storage, during transfer and at rest, using AES-256-CTR with Poly1305 authentication. | Files use 256-bit AES encryption in transit and at rest; private keys are optional. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | New Zealand | Calabasas, California, United States |
| Mobile backup | No | The mobile apps back up contacts, photos, videos, and calendar events; the Android app also backs up SMS and call logs. |
| Paid from | 19 | 0.25 |
| Ransomware protection | The official comparison includes ransomware protection with S3 Object Lock as a security feature. | Yes |
| Restore modes | mixed | mixed |
| Server backup | Yes | Yes |
Comet Backup plans
- Starter$19 a month
- Growth$49 a month
- Professional$49 a month
- Advanced$99 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
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 Comet Backup 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.