BDRSuite by Vembu offers comprehensive and cost-effective Backup and Disaster Recovery software tailored to meet the diverse data protection requirements of Businesses and Service Providers. BDRSuite provides robust backup solutions for a wide range of IT workloads, including virtual machines, servers, endpoints, SaaS applications, cloud VMs, NAS/File Shares, and databases & applications. It offers the flexibility to store backups anywhere and centrally manage the entire backup infrastructure.
The BDRSuite offers a variety of valuable features, such as a web portal, flexible backup options, cloud-based backup and disaster recovery, multi-tenant support, application-aware backups, and data integrity checks. It is also noted for its ease of use, reliability, and affordability compared to other backup solutions. The ability to restore specific files or versions, as well as the option for partial restores, is highly valued. The Instant Boot VM feature is useful for quick access to virtual machines after a crash, though not necessarily critical.
Users have suggested that the interface could be improved for better navigation and scheduling backups. The product should offer a white-labeled service to prevent customers from managing their backups themselves. The solution should also improve support for XenApp Citrix Backup and provide better instructions for users. There are concerns about slow response times in customer support and issues with new client registrations. The backup and restoration process should be faster and the dashboard should be more interactive. The user interface and reliability of the software need improvement. Compatibility with new technologies should also be checked. The Vembu API could use some improvements and a console to control systems would be a great enhancement.
Users have noticed several positive outcomes from using BDRSuite. They spend less time worrying about backups and ensuring recovery in case of a crash, resulting in a 50% reduction in time investment. The cost-effectiveness of BDRSuite is highlighted, with one user mentioning a significant decrease in agent and storage costs. Users emphasize the importance of reliability and quick data restoration, which contributes to the ROI. The ability to easily restore data and the resulting cost savings are seen as significant benefits that add value to the business.
BDRSuite is described as cost-effective, affordable, and good value for businesses with tight budgets. The cloud service is slightly more expensive than competitors but includes six terabytes of storage space. The license is per unit and can be expensive, but perpetual licensing and offline licensing options are available. The pricing is considered fair and reasonable compared to other solutions, with a variety of licensing options to fit different environments and budgets. The product detail and data sheets are well-listed, making it easy to understand how it aligns with needs.
BDRSuite is used for a variety of purposes including backing up virtual machines, workstations, and important data and applications to the cloud. It is also used for disaster recovery and business continuity services, remote monitoring and management, and for the backup and recovery of VMware data. It is used by service providers for backing up their customers' VMs, and is offered to SMBs for backup and disaster recovery in both cloud and on-prem deployment models. Vembu is used for backing up and replicating virtual machines, and is a great solution for small businesses who want to use cloud backups. It is also used for backup recovery and for deploying new technologies. It is used by MSPs and is sold as a good option for backup moving forward.
BDRSuite's customer service and support has received mixed reviews. Some customers have rated them a 10 out of 10 for their fast and impressive response, while others have had issues with the responsiveness and comprehension of the support team. Some customers have expressed a desire for quicker technical support for urgent issues. Despite some challenges, others have praised BDRSuite's technical support as great and excellent, with a 24/7 availability and the ability to address and provide proper support for queries. The knowledge base on the website has also been noted as very good. The technical support has been rated around a 9 out of 10 by most customers.
The initial setup for BDRSuite varies among users, with some finding it easy and straightforward, while others find it less intuitive and challenging, particularly when installing on Linux or integrating with existing backup histories. However, most users agree that deployment can take less than a day, and regular updates are required. Support from Vembu is also available when needed. The initial setup is considered simple and user-friendly by most users.
Users with different numbers of virtual machines and data volumes have found BDRSuite to be scalable, either by adding additional licenses or easy upgrades to the enterprise version. Some users have not yet needed to scale, but feel confident that the solution could handle as many virtual machines as needed. One user was impressed with the specific backup destination option that allows them to back up to a disk that can be swapped out and taken off-site, which benefits their small office with limited bandwidth.
Users have generally found the stability of BDRSuite to be good, excellent, or even perfect, with some describing it as very stable and rating it a 9 or 10 out of 10. While a few users have encountered minor bugs or issues with throughput, overall the solution is reliable and consistent, with no major problems reported. The solution is accessed through a browser, which users find simple and stable.
BDRSuite is designed to help businesses keep their data secure and ensure it is easily recoverable in the event of data loss or ransomware attacks. With BDRSuite, businesses can achieve reliable data protection and ensure business continuity – all at an affordable price.
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PRICING DETAILS
VMs, Servers & Cloud Backup at $48 per workload/year (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, oVirt, Proxmox, Windows, Linux, AWS, Azure, File Share-500 GB)
Endpoint/Workstation Backup at $12 per endpoint/year (Windows, Linux, Mac)
SaaS Backup at $12 per user/year (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace)
DBs & Applications Backup at $72 per application/year (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft Exchange Server, SharePoint Server)
BDRSuite Backup & Replication was previously known as Vembu BDRSuite.
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