AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery Reviews

Organizations found ROI from AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery to be significant and cost-effective. Many highlighted its savings by eliminating hardware needs while accommodating both Windows and Linux servers. It proved more affordable than data centers, although storage costs can rise with multiple snapshots. Its native integration offers seamless use over third-party services. While it does not guarantee complete security, it aids in maintaining reputations and addressing potential issues during disasters.

AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery offers pay-as-you-go pricing, deemed fair by many users despite some viewing it as expensive compared to alternatives. Licensing is straightforward, but costs can increase with AWS environment and storage. Users appreciated Tier 2’s reduced replication cost, though long-term deals may restrict flexibility. Partnerships can manage setup efficiently, and per-user plus storage cost models are common. Some users benefit from negotiated discounts on multi-year agreements, providing potential cost savings.

• "On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."
• "I rate the price of CloudEndure Disaster Recovery a six out of ten."
• "CloudEndure Disaster Recovery is charging clients $20 to do the DR backups. It is an expensive solution."

Organizations primarily use AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery for disaster recovery, enabling secure data replication and protection across environments. It assists in backup operations, streamlining recovery procedures, and ensures quick switchover to AWS in case of infrastructure issues. Users rely on it for recovery testing, data protection, compliance with regulations, and as a backup during outages. Many enterprises apply it for cloud migrations and maintaining continuity without hypervisor integration.

Customer service of AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery is rated highly by users who appreciate responsive technical support and quick issue resolution. Many users benefit from good relations with company management and quick response times, although some desire a formal ticketing system for tracking past queries. Technical support is generally effective, providing assistance and meeting SLA timelines. Enterprise-level support is seen as beneficial, and users report positive interactions and high satisfaction levels with AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery's customer support.

Many found AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery's initial setup easy and straightforward, often requiring minimal effort or a small team. Some engaged third-party assistance mainly to build the AWS environment, which was not overly complex. Experiences with setup complexity varied, with one entity rating it low due to external errors. Effective deployment often involved detailed planning and configuration, though some described it as simple and quick, with no complications during the process.

AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery is highly scalable, accommodating small-scale and large enterprises effectively. Users appreciate its seamless and automatic scalability. The platform scales well for large nodes, ensuring robust replication and operational efficiency. Feedback rates scalability between five and ten out of ten, highlighting its value and capacity investment. Scalability is achieved without major adjustments, supporting various server requirements and offering comprehensive reporting features for clarity and server state management.

AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery is highly stable, with users usually experiencing no problems. Occasional server lags and network bandwidth dependency are noted, but the platform generally remains reliable without crashes or freezes. Users rate its stability highly, consistently giving it scores of eight or nine out of ten. Instances of instability are rare and typically resolved client-side, often on Linux servers. Cost concerns arise due to data replication in AWS, yet customers find the service effective and trustworthy.