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AWS Backup vs Synology C2 Backup comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

AWS Backup
Ranking in Cloud Backup
12th
Ranking in SaaS Backup
4th
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
24
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Synology C2 Backup
Ranking in Cloud Backup
32nd
Ranking in SaaS Backup
18th
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2024, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of AWS Backup is 3.2%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Synology C2 Backup is 0.6%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

MallarswamiNonvinkere - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 15, 2023
Easy to use and setup
When it comes to encrypting data, it is not so convenient. When it comes to regular data backup, AWS Backup is pretty efficient. But when encryption is involved, there are two options: either encrypt the entire dataset or keep it completely unencrypted. However, in real-life scenarios, partial encryption is often desired. For example, I might want 80% of the data to be in plain text, while 20% needs to be masked or encrypted. So, in terms of backup and recovery, I believe there is still room for improvement in providing a solution that addresses this need in the market. There is one particular feature I would greatly appreciate. It relates to data encryption. It would be beneficial to have specific data encryption options available for the entire dataset that we intend to encrypt.
ZH
Apr 25, 2024
Provides fast access to files and offers a reliable backup solution without compatibility issues
Versioning control helps speed up data recovery by providing easy access to previous versions of files. This is particularly useful when moving backups to off-site storage and deploying them quickly during installations. My experience with Synology Backup's security features includes partitioning for production environments, regular scans for new threats, and support for multifactor authentication. Password security is also emphasized, meeting basic security requirements. Before choosing Synology, consider its sensitivity in your network infrastructure, especially for critical backup and storage tasks. Prioritize security, including testing and recovery procedures, and evaluate the device's performance to ensure it meets your needs effectively. Overall, I would rate Synology C2 Backup as an eight out of ten.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The most valuable feature is the daily incremental site backup."
"It also saves costs and is quick."
"I rate the tool's stability a nine out of ten."
"The most valuable features we have found are the flexibility in the services offered."
"We can directly back up EC2 instances in AWS without using any third-party applications."
"The advantage that AWS Backup has over competitors is that it's very simple."
"The most valuable features of AWS Backup are point-in-time recovery and support resources."
"It is highly scalable for both SMEs and large enterprises."
"I find Synology C2 Backup valuable for its speed, features, and server compatibility."
"It's good for file services."
 

Cons

"There could be a centralized dashboard with a reporting feature notifying us of daily backup status."
"The notifications on the backup and on the mobile app could be more useful. If they could arrange notes or notifications properly and offer services for managing it in our region, it would be helpful for us."
"Only the price could be improved."
"The solution's reporting features and restore features can be improved."
"This backup tool does the full backup of the entire snapshot server. I would like to have the option to not do the full server backup."
"Its cost could be better than a few of its competitors."
"When it comes to encrypting data, it is not so convenient."
"For additional functionalities, it should be more intelligent, like more AI-capabilities."
"Improving the pricing would be great."
"The main drawbacks of Synology C2 Backup are slower processes in certain regions and less frequent updates."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"AWS Backup is free of cost, but we need to pay for the backup storage being used."
"Its price is much cheaper than some vendors but more expensive than others."
"The solution's price is reasonable."
"The product is inexpensive."
"We don't use a lot of space, only approximately 900 GB, so the price is reasonable. For standing, it's okay. We normally do a payment to SSML, and they are the ones who pay over there. It is around $100 monthly."
"It's a myth that Cloud is cheap. Cloud is cheap initially, but the cost over time can be equal to your own infrastructure if you consume a lot."
"There is a lot of flexibility with the services and pricing. The price is reasonable when compared to other products. This is very good for us."
"The pricing is okay."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Retailer
7%
Computer Software Company
17%
Construction Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
No data available
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about AWS Backup?
The solution's most valuable features are its backup capability and tight integration with other AWS services.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for AWS Backup?
AWS Backup is free of cost, but we need to pay for the backup storage being used.
What needs improvement with AWS Backup?
There are some limitations to partial backup in AWS Backup. If we have five volumes attached to EC2 and want to take backup for only three volumes and skip two volumes, it is not feasible in AWS Ba...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Synology C2 Backup?
It's a reasonable price, but it could be improved. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten.
What needs improvement with Synology C2 Backup?
None of the features require improvement as we only use it as a file server. However, improving the pricing would be great.
What is your primary use case for Synology C2 Backup?
We primarily use it as a file server. We don't use Synology for backups; we only use it as a file server.
 

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Sample Customers

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