IDrive
9.2#2 in backup softwareFrom $0.25 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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OpenText Data Protector
5.6#13 in enterprise backup softwareAPILinuxSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | IDrive | OpenText Data Protector |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Calabasas, California, United States | Waterloo, Ontario, Canada |
| Security | IDrive says data is encrypted with 256-bit AES in transit and at rest, and private encryption keys are not stored on its servers. | The data sheet states that traffic is encrypted in transit, secure peering uses TLS 1.2, and the product is Common Criteria Certified. |
| Support | IDrive says it offers 24/7 support via live chat, email, and phone. | OpenText provides a support portal for product support and license management, with premium support and other advanced customer support services listed on the product page. |
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
OpenText Data Protector plans
- OpenText Data Protector ExpressPriced on request
- OpenText Data Protector for Cloud WorkloadsPriced on request
- OpenText Data Protector PremiumPriced on request
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.
Pick OpenText Data Protector if…
It is intended for organizations managing large, complex IT environments that need backup and recovery across physical, virtual, and cloud workloads. The editions may suit teams with highly virtual environments or broader hybrid and cloud workload needs.