Rubrik vs VMware Live Recovery comparison

Rubrik and Broadcom are both solutions in the Disaster Recovery (DR) Software category. Rubrik is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.9, while Broadcom is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.4. Rubrik holds a 6.3% mindshare in DRS, compared to Broadcom’s 7.0% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Rubrik users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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97% willing to recommend

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88% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 15, 2024

Rubrik and VMware Live Recovery are major competitors in the data protection and recovery solutions market. Based on specific strengths, Rubrik holds an advantage in fast recovery times, while VMware excels in comprehensive disaster recovery management.

Features: Rubrik stands out with instant recovery capabilities, a powerful global search function across storage locations, and features like instant mounting and cloud archiving. VMware Live Recovery is notable for its integration with existing VMware infrastructure, continuous protection, and robust disaster recovery plans that include testing functionalities.

Room for Improvement: Rubrik users desire better integration with applications such as Microsoft Teams, enhanced NAS backup functionality, and improved reporting features. There is also a call for expanding support to include more applications. VMware Live Recovery is noted for its high cost and complex configurations, particularly regarding replication in diverse environments. Users seek improved cross-platform integrations and more automated processes.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Rubrik is known for its straightforward deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premises setups, coupled with responsive and expert customer support that aids in efficient setup and troubleshooting. VMware Live Recovery, while robust in hybrid environments, can face challenges with initial configurations. Despite this, it provides highly rated customer service that supports effective deployment.

Pricing and ROI: Rubrik is seen as an expensive solution; however, its comprehensive functionality often justifies the price due to its ease of management and operational efficiencies in larger deployments. VMware Live Recovery's cost is particularly high for small to medium-sized businesses, with a pricing structure that increases with the number of VMs and features needed. Both show ROI potential, although Rubrik's efficiencies can make it more cost-effective over time.

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

ROI

Sentiment score

7.1

Rubrik enhances ROI with time savings, reduced costs, data protection, improved productivity, seamless backups, and compliance benefits.

Sentiment score

5.5

VMware Live Recovery offers strong ROI, reducing DR costs up to 50% and improving financial performance with effective resource planning.

Rubrik provides long-term return on investment for my customers, as well as immediate benefits because of deduplication and compression, drastically reducing the cost on the storage side from traditional to Rubrik.

AmarpreetSingh

Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

8.3

Rubrik's support excels with quick responses, proactive issue resolution, and incorporates user feedback, surpassing other vendors in service.

Sentiment score

4.1

VMware Live Recovery customer service is generally effective, but occasional delays and improvement suggestions exist, especially with third-party issues.

They offer 24/7 support and even have a dedicated ransomware hotline with a team ready to engage immediately.

Christopher Lindsay

Rubrik administrator at Freelance

Rubrik's support has been good, better than many other vendors like Microsoft, VMware, and Dell.

Gulzar Khan

IT Program Manager at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

Rubrik provides excellent customer service and technical support.

HarishKumar6

Senior System Engineer at Goya Foods

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They are knowledgeable.

Yosevan Sinaga Sinaga

IT Infrastructure Manager at TMLI

Our team has dedicated personnel for support who engage with the supporting teams.

SuhailAkhtar

Integration Architect at App In Snap (Pvt) Ltd

The technical support from VMware is very good and operates based on a service level.

ErmiasGirma

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Safaricom Ethiopia plc

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.8

Rubrik offers scalable, high-performance data management with seamless integration and expansion, praised for adaptability and non-intrusive scaling.

Sentiment score

5.4

VMware Live Recovery is scalable, supports various environments, though licensing and upgrades may challenge some users.

It can scale out horizontally as well as vertically, and the availability of expansion is very quick.

AmarpreetSingh

Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Azure Backup solution offers faster restoration for data over six terabytes compared to on-premises.

Kammara Bheemanna

Information Technology Specialist at LIGHTHOUSE DOCUMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC

Rubrik is highly scalable, with a rating of nine out of ten based on its seamless integration.

Ibrahim Hasan

Sales Manager at Beta Information Technology

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

8.1

Rubrik is praised for stability and reliability, offering seamless integration and prompt support for minor issues.

Sentiment score

8.5

VMware Live Recovery is generally stable and reliable, though some users face issues during upgrades or high-capacity use.

Rubrik has been stable, and we have not experienced any downtime.

Gulzar Khan

IT Program Manager at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

When you do the restore, it is also stable and quickly delivering what we have been looking for.

reviewer2588997

Senior Technical Support Engineer at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees

The prerequisite dependencies with the cost team site, infrastructure, port opening, and adding the complete Rubrik console module take time, depending on the volume of servers and storage occupancy.

Kammara Bheemanna

Information Technology Specialist at LIGHTHOUSE DOCUMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC

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For our test labs, dev labs, and production, it is very stable.

SuhailAkhtar

Integration Architect at App In Snap (Pvt) Ltd

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Room For Improvement

Rubrik users suggest improvements in UI, integration, database compatibility, and pricing while praising their receptiveness to feedback.

VMware Live Recovery needs better storage integration, automation, support, interface, documentation, pricing, cloud compatibility, and enhanced AI capabilities.

We need more efficient search capabilities that allow searching by last name or login ID.

Gulzar Khan

IT Program Manager at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

I need a better output from the existing reports as they currently do not provide comprehensive metrics.

HarishKumar6

Senior System Engineer at Goya Foods

Including packaged training with the product at the time of purchase would be beneficial.

Christopher Lindsay

Rubrik administrator at Freelance

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It's important for the cost to be justified based on the features used in production.

Sven Nimmich

Solution Architect at Lenovo

I would like to see improved integration services with other solutions, such as SIEM management or security monitoring.

Yosevan Sinaga Sinaga

IT Infrastructure Manager at TMLI

They follow their SOP, but they initially engage very low-level personnel who are not able to answer or resolve the issue, so they escalate or take a very long time to resolve the issue.

SuhailAkhtar

Integration Architect at App In Snap (Pvt) Ltd

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Setup Cost

Rubrik's cost is justified by its simplicity, comprehensive features, and potential TCO savings through multi-year agreements.

VMware Live Recovery costs depend on VM count and protection plan, with pricing complexity increasing after the Broadcom acquisition.

Rubrik is considered expensive, with a price rating of three out of ten.

Ibrahim Hasan

Sales Manager at Beta Information Technology

We could mix and match to optimize costs for our needs.

Gulzar Khan

IT Program Manager at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

Rubrik is expensive due to its robust hardware.

Christopher Lindsay

Rubrik administrator at Freelance

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Previously, when acquiring a license for Ethiopian drug supply chains, the price was significantly high, especially after Broadcom joined VMware.

ErmiasGirma

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Safaricom Ethiopia plc

For cloud-based solutions, the cost seems quite pricey, so we stick to on-premises deployment.

Yosevan Sinaga Sinaga

IT Infrastructure Manager at TMLI

We mostly prefer to recommend this to customers due to ease of use, abundant features, and support.

SuhailAkhtar

Integration Architect at App In Snap (Pvt) Ltd

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Valuable Features

Rubrik features instant recovery, a user-friendly interface, automation, and immutability, providing efficient, secure, and cost-effective backup management.

The solution provides automated disaster recovery, VMware integration, and seamless management for robust business continuity and operational efficiency.

The most valuable feature of Rubrik is its concept of a 'backup airbag', which provides a robust defense against attacks.

Ibrahim Hasan

Sales Manager at Beta Information Technology

Since switching to Rubrik, our backup times have decreased significantly, going from two and a half days to one and a half hours for certain systems.

Gulzar Khan

IT Program Manager at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

Even if my network is compromised by ransomware, the file system does not allow overwriting of the backups, ensuring that my backups remain safe.

Christopher Lindsay

Rubrik administrator at Freelance

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It is used for data replication between data centers and allows for quick response in times of failure, ensuring data availability.

ErmiasGirma

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Safaricom Ethiopia plc

If I talk about vCenter and the auto failover of the VMs, such as live migration, that is a very cool feature that we require in our environment because we have different data centers, and if some of the servers fail, they automatically failover and move the VM from one side to another.

SuhailAkhtar

Integration Architect at App In Snap (Pvt) Ltd

The capability and the functionality of the features are very helpful for us.

Yosevan Sinaga Sinaga

IT Infrastructure Manager at TMLI

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Categories and Ranking

Rubrik

Ranking in Disaster Recovery (DR) Software

4th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (3rd), Cloud Backup (3rd)

VMware Live Recovery

Ranking in Disaster Recovery (DR) Software

3rd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Disaster Recovery as a Service (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Disaster Recovery (DR) Software category, the mindshare of Rubrik is 6.3%, down from 13.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Live Recovery is 7.0%, down from 8.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Disaster Recovery (DR) Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
VMware Live Recovery	7.0%
Rubrik	6.3%
Other	86.7%

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Featured Reviews

Kammara Bheemanna

Information Technology Specialist at LIGHTHOUSE DOCUMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC

Technical support has improved my data management process but I encounter GUI and cost challenges

The solution is available in the Azure Marketplace, but approaching directly is more cost-effective. The Marketplace approach incurs additional platform and reporting costs. We initially built Rubrik at host level and DB level. We encountered latency issues when reverting back, with numerous snapshots available. This resulted in increased costs and occupied spaces. I performed manual deletion of snapshots and verified with the Rubrik team for confirmation. The GUI reporting functionality lacks flexibility. For instance, obtaining specific server reports considering drive space and backup quantities is not possible, as it only provides overall reporting.

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SuhailAkhtar

Integration Architect at App In Snap (Pvt) Ltd

Has enabled seamless VM management and automated failover while support response needs improvement

For support issues, they help with the issue, but it takes a very long time. The reason is that they engage a very initial resource and then escalate to another level, and during these level escalations, our time is wasted. They do not understand the severity of the issue. They go through step-by-step and then go to the upper level. This may be their SOP, but we require instant support and instant resolution of the problem, so here VMware Live Recovery is lacking. They follow their SOP, but they initially engage very low-level personnel who are not able to answer or resolve the issue, so they escalate or take a very long time to resolve the issue. The main issue is to improve the approach of resolving solutions. I may not be able to suggest new features because in these recent months, I have not been very close to it as we are exploring different solutions.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Government

Financial Services Firm

13%

Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	23
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	55

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	36
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	40

Questions from the Community

Which would you choose - Rubrik or Veeam Backup & Replication?

Veeam Backup & Replication provides an easy-to-set-up solution to the issue of data storage and recovery. Setting it up is a relatively simple affair. For the most part it prompts you from scre...

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What do you like most about Rubrik?

It's easy to manage and has an innovated solution.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Rubrik?

Regarding pricing, Rubrik is a costly solution, and I would rate it an eight.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery?

We have been using VMware Live Recovery since 2015, and most of our effort relies on it. I personally feel that it is very easy to use, easy to manage, and provides many features compared to other ...

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What needs improvement with VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery?

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What is your primary use case for VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery?

We are the partner as well as the integrator, and we mostly work in the integration industry. Integration is our core business, but we also do partnership activities. Most of our projects are based...

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

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Also Known As

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VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery, Datrium DRaaS , VMware SRM

Overview

Rubrik offers instant recovery and intuitive web interface for seamless data backup in cloud and on-premises environments. It prioritizes security with features like ransomware detection and immutable backups, supporting platforms such as VMware and Oracle for effective disaster recovery.

Rubrik is recognized for its automation capabilities, facilitating SLA management and policy integration. Its API-centric architecture allows for extensive customization and seamless integration. Robust security measures, including ransomware protection, enhance data integrity. Organizations benefit from features like Live Mount and CloudOut, which support rapid data recovery across various environments. Despite its strengths, improvements in integration for complex systems, advanced reporting, and pricing competitiveness are necessary.

What are Rubrik's key features?

Instant Recovery: Restores virtual machines and databases in seconds.
Intuitive Interface: Streamlines user interaction for ease of use.
Automation: Enables seamless SLA management and policy integration.
API-Centric Design: Facilitates customization and integration.
Robust Security: Offers ransomware detection and immutable backups.
Archival Functionality: Manages data storage efficiently, optimizing costs.

What benefits should you look for in reviews?

Data Protection: Confidence in data integrity and ransomware security.
Cost Optimization: Efficient data storage management reduces expenses.
Rapid Recovery: Swift restoration capabilities minimize downtime.
Regulatory Compliance: Supports adherence to data protection standards.

In industries like finance and healthcare, Rubrik's implementation ensures critical data is safeguarded against threats while enabling rapid backups and recovery. By supporting platforms like VMware and Microsoft, it aids in sustaining operational continuity, meeting compliance requirements, and managing long-term data storage efficiently.

Rubrik

VMware Live Recovery offers seamless disaster recovery with automation, ease of use, and integration with VMware environments. It supports a wide array of storage vendors, ensuring business continuity with effective replication and recovery of VMs.

VMware Live Recovery is recognized for its automation in disaster recovery, valuable integration with extensive VMware environments, and its ability to support a multitude of storage vendors. The platform provides features like re-protect, automated recovery, and non-disruptive testing with a user-friendly interface simplifying management tasks. Users benefit from policy-based protection and centralized management, boosting operational efficiency. The ability to replicate and recover virtual machines with minimal intervention facilitates business continuity across different sites. However, there's room for improvement in database integration, virtual appliance offerings for SRM, and a less complex licensing model. Enhancements in stability, technical support, clearer setup documentation, and broader integration with third-party tools are equally important.

What are VMware Live Recovery's standout features?

Re-Protect: Enables efficient site recovery with seamless workflow reversal.
Automated Recovery: Simplifies disaster recovery with minimal manual steps.
Non-Disruptive Testing: Allows validation of recovery plans without service interruption.
Policy-based Protection: Facilitates streamlined management with automated protection policies.
Centralized Management: Supports unified control across extensive environments.

Which benefits and ROI should users focus on when evaluating VMware Live Recovery?

Business Continuity: Ensures operations remain unaffected during disruptions.
Reduced Recovery Time: Minimizes downtime with efficient failover processes.
Integration Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of storage vendors.
Operational Efficiency: Automation and management tools simplify complex tasks.

Organizations leverage VMware Live Recovery primarily for disaster recovery, enabling data replication and continuity across multiple locations. Essential in facilitating failover automation, it helps maintain critical services and execute disaster recovery drills effectively. It supports data center migrations, site replication, and testing recovery processes. Through protecting virtual machines and applications, it guarantees service reliability even during outages or planned maintenance, serving industries focused on data security and operational uptime.

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Sample Customers

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Certainty Home Loans, VPay, ZEON

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