IDrive
9.2#2 in backup softwareFrom $0.25 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitIDrive vs VM Backup
What both publish
| Fact | IDrive | VM Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Backup scope | mixed | mixed |
| Computer backup | Yes | No |
| Encryption | Files use 256-bit AES encryption in transit and at rest; private keys are optional. | The product page lists AES-256 encryption as a feature. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Calabasas, California, United States | Hannover, Germany |
| Mobile backup | The mobile apps back up contacts, photos, videos, and calendar events; the Android app also backs up SMS and call logs. | No |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | The product uses immutable cloud storage policies intended to prevent backup data from being erased, modified, or deleted during a defined period. |
| Restore modes | mixed | mixed |
| Server backup | Yes | Yes |
| Support | IDrive says it offers 24/7 support via live chat, email, and phone. | Monthly subscriptions include support, updates, and version upgrades; perpetual licenses require an SMA for those services. |
| Supported platforms | web,windows,macos,linux,ios,android | Windows hosts; Hyper-V,VMware,and Proxmox virtualized environments |
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
VM Backup plans
- StandardPriced on request
- UnlimitedPriced on request
- Unlimited PlusPriced on request
- Free EditionFree
- 30-day fully featured trialFree
- PerpetualPriced 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 VM Backup if…
VM Backup suits administrators managing Hyper-V, VMware or Proxmox virtual machines who need scheduled backups and recovery options. Its free edition may suit deployments of up to two VMs per host.