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DD Boost vs HPE StoreOnce comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 5, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

DD Boost
Ranking in Deduplication Software
4th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
37
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
HPE StoreOnce
Ranking in Deduplication Software
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
106
Ranking in other categories
Disk Based Backup Systems (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Deduplication Software category, the mindshare of DD Boost is 4.7%, down from 6.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE StoreOnce is 19.5%, up from 16.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Daniel Dumitru - PeerSpot reviewer
Speedy data backup with significant space savings and efficient deduplication
DD Boost has been very beneficial in enhancing our data backup processes. We perform backups with less time, and it allows for efficient on-premises recovery and restoration. We use it in conjunction with the Veeam suite. Overall, it has helped us make a big impact by allowing us to have more restore points and optimizing our storage efficiency with faster backups compared to tape backups.
Megha Meshram - PeerSpot reviewer
Helps to consolidate D2D backups and has a good deduplication ratio
I was involved with the HPE team in the implementation of the tool which included steps like zone grade configuration, tape grade configuration, etc. The zoning part during implementation was very cumbersome. The tool’s implementation took around one week maximum to complete. One person from the HPE team helped us with the deployment. The tool’s deployment was a big process. We had to first deploy the hardware. Then we needed to connect it to the server. We had to also install HPE’s Data Protector. There were multiple things to be configured such as the configuration of Data Protector with D2D backup.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I'd rate the solution ten out of ten."
"Overall, scalability is great."
"DD Boost's best features are deduplication and compression."
"The solution can scale."
"There are no limitations when it comes to the scalability feature of the product. You can scale up or scale down however much you want."
"This product's unique protocol make it superior to competing products and alternate solutions."
"The most valuable feature is the support for plug-ins."
"Scalable and stable solution for backup purposes, with good encryption and huge data conversion features."
"The implementation is straightforward."
"HPE StoreOnce is an easy-to-use tool."
"I'm impressed with their support structure, call availability, understanding, flexibility in scheduling remote sessions, and accommodating customer timeframes."
"The most valuable features are the deduplication and compression capabilities."
"The deduplication feature in this product is amazing."
"This is a user-friendly solution."
"Currently, VTLs can only be created on individual service sets and cannot be used to share the resources of other nodes."
"The implementation is not that complex for someone who has experience."
 

Cons

"If we talk about Dell backup software, there is room for improvement in areas such as backup from IBM operating systems, open-source products, and Office 365."
"It's a little slow, yet it's working."
"Some competitors may not allow the use of DD Boost with their data management systems. The application process is not determined at the source site but on the estimation side."
"The solution could be faster."
"The solution needs a better gateway between the on-premises and cloud deployment models. We have to work around it or find a third party to assist."
"The setup and handover process was not effective, preventing us from leveraging the software's available benefits."
"It should be expanded to include other databases and software. It should also be made easier to restore."
"There are limitations when using the VTL protocol in extreme cases."
"HPE StoreOnce should come with a detailed installation guide."
"Its customer service could be faster."
"The solution must provide backup options for smaller capacities."
"The GUI and its user-friendliness have some room for improvement."
"Some high-level cybersecurity features could be achieved with some entities, and their integration could be built into the store."
"The repository should have an extension to connect to the cloud and deposit the backups."
"HPE should have more options so customers can choose from a wide range of products with small to big capacities."
"When it comes to upgrading, it always goes block-wise. One block is 48 TB raw capacity. It would be good if they can include a smaller capacity for SMB customers. Currently, it is not possible to increase in a smaller capacity. You have to buy the exact same unit. It would be great if they can provide a smaller next block. There are around 20 hard disks, and it would be really helpful if we can add 10 hard disks initially and 10 hard disks later."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"DD Boost's price is good for its features."
"The hardware platform is cost intense, so for small and mid-range, this product is not the best choice."
"The pricing is competitive when compared to other vendors."
"You don't have to pay additional costs."
"My company must pay approximately 10,000 USD annually, making it an expensive product."
"The pricing is high compared to the competition and should be reconsidered."
"We scale this product by adding licenses, which are related to capacity."
"Dell EMC Data Domain Boost is an expensive product. There are extra costs for support because every year, you have to renew your SLA for support, and the cost is always increasing."
"With the same capacity of Data Domain and ExaGrid, which is 80 terabytes, HPE is the cheapest one."
"To be honest, we were quite happy with the price, but we always want things cheaper than they are. I think for what we got, we felt that the price was quite reasonable comparing it to other products that provide that same level of functionality."
"We have got a perpetual license, and we have access to all the features. If you are using cloud banks, you can store the internal data in HPE Cloud if needed. You can offload the data to the HPE Cloud. It is a licensed product. We have got around 10 TB of cloud bank storage with a one-time payment. We specifically took 10 TB for very critical offsite backups. We can also increase it in blocks if needed."
"I think the product is competitive in terms of pricing. Other products like the one from Dell are costlier compared to the tool."
"There are costs for additional storage and space."
"HPE StoreOnce is cheaper compared to other solutions in the market."
"I rate the platform's pricing a seven out of ten."
"The licensing schemes could improve in HPE StoreOnce and the price is high. They should reduce the price."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
17%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
18%
Government
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about DD Boost?
The time taken for backup is very fast.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for DD Boost?
The initial hardware was a donation from USAID through the Ministry of Health, so we did not face the initial setup cost. However, the recurring support costs are significant, and the price has ris...
What needs improvement with DD Boost?
The setup and handover process was not effective, preventing us from leveraging the software's available benefits. The cost of support has become high, especially with the split between Dell and VM...
What do you like most about HPE StoreOnce?
I think StoreOnce's deduplication technology is crucial for cost efficiency and faster recovery, especially for backup and data protection purposes.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE StoreOnce?
The solution is quite expensive, possibly rated around seven and a half on a scale of one to ten. It aligns with the costs of similar high-quality solutions in the industry.
What needs improvement with HPE StoreOnce?
The cost is at the forefront of everyone's mind. While the solution does everything expected, it would be beneficial if AI could be integrated for optimization and monitoring. This could improve th...
 

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