Genie Backup Manager
7.0#55 in backup software$39 one-timeFree planWindows
VisitGenie Backup Manager vs IDrive
What both publish
| Fact | Genie Backup Manager | IDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Backup scope | mixed | mixed |
| Cloud integrations | The page names Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, and MinIO as examples of S3-compatible cloud storage. | Add-ons cover Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce, Dropbox, and Box. |
| Computer backup | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | 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. |
| Restore modes | mixed | mixed |
| Server backup | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Genie9's technical support page lists urgent issue support 24/7 and support hours of 9 AM–6 PM EST for other issues. | IDrive says it offers 24/7 support via live chat, email, and phone. |
| Supported platforms | windows | web,windows,macos,linux,ios,android |
Genie Backup Manager plans
- Genie Backup Manager Home$49.95, paid once
- Genie Backup Manager Pro$69.95, paid once
- Genie Backup Manager + SQL Backup Server$500, paid once
- FreeFree
- Home$39, paid once
- Pro$79, 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 Genie Backup Manager 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.