N-able Cove Data Protection vs Synology C2 Backup comparison

N-able and Synology are both solutions in the Cloud Backup category. N-able is ranked #17 with an average rating of 7.5, while Synology is ranked #24 with an average rating of 8.5. N-able holds a 2.1% mindshare in CB, compared to Synology’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of N-able users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Synology users who would recommend it.

N-able Cove Data Protection

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

N-able Cove Data Protection and Synology C2 Backup are competitors in the cloud-based data protection arena. N-able Cove has an upper hand in deployment flexibility and customer support, while Synology C2 is favored for its rich feature set.

Features: N-able Cove Data Protection is recognized for its cloud-first architecture, streamlined backup processes, and cost-effective setup. Synology C2 Backup is valued for its robust security measures, comprehensive data backup options, and integration with various platforms.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: N-able Cove provides a flexible deployment model and comprehensive support resources, simplifying setup and management for businesses. Synology C2 offers a straightforward deployment process but lacks the extensive support network found in N-able Cove.

Pricing and ROI: N-able Cove is noted for its strong ROI through efficient resource use, offering a quicker return on investment. Synology C2 presents competitive pricing with a focus on long-term data management benefits, yet N-able Cove's pricing model remains attractive for budget-conscious buyers.

To learn more, read our detailed N-able Cove Data Protection vs. Synology C2 Backup Report (Updated: November 2025).

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N-able Cove Data Protection vs. Synology C2 Backup

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Categories and Ranking

N-able Cove Data Protection

Ranking in Cloud Backup

17th

Ranking in SaaS Backup

8th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (41st), MSP Backup (1st)

Synology C2 Backup

Ranking in Cloud Backup

24th

Ranking in SaaS Backup

10th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2025, in the Cloud Backup category, the mindshare of N-able Cove Data Protection is 2.1%, down from 2.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Synology C2 Backup is 1.8%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Cloud Backup Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
N-able Cove Data Protection	2.1%
Synology C2 Backup	1.8%
Other	96.1%

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Per MøllerJacobsen

Senior consultant at Azend A/S

Delivers cost-effective data backup with room for search improvements

The challenges I face especially are those I've mentioned, that finding some specific data in N-able Cove Data Protection is not as easy as it is in some other systems. You cannot just search for something—you need to know where it was and when it was there to restore it, plus it would be nice to take out data from Microsoft 365 in some portable format, which is currently not an option. I would like to extract the data from Microsoft 365 in a portable format, something like a database or maybe just to take out a PST file or SharePoint and Teams files to the file system. Especially in these times, where we discuss potential risks with the Microsoft cloud for European companies, companies would want to know how to access their data from the backup if they suddenly don't have a tenant. I believe there should be the ability to take out data from Microsoft 365 in a portable format. I know that Cohesity is working on making such a thing. It's not there yet; I asked last week for something for forensics, and the support team said it's not possible yet, but I know from our technical account manager they are working on some solutions.

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Zuhair Hasan

Manager, Information Technology Security at Nesma

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.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"One of the bigger features and advantages of the solution is that it is easy to integrate with my RMM which is also N-able."

"For starters, this is one of few databases that allow us to backup MySQL databases, most others only support Microsoft SQL. This solution also has a very user-friendly interface accessed through a web browser. Additionally, backups can be easily configured through N-able Backup."

"Because the package includes cloud storage, we don't need to worry about hosting it inside. That was very important to us. And because the vendor has data centers worldwide, our reps in Europe and other places can get to what they need quickly and easily."

"The ability to back up, restore, and do different types of testing for the preventative maintenance has really increased our importance to these clients because they see the value in how fast we can get them back up and running. We're saving them money in that way."

"The product is simple to use and manage. The customers have access to verify the backups."

"The most valuable aspect is the added protection of having a cloud-based backup service. It provides redundancy in case of data loss."

"What I like the most about it's the ease of use and the reliability that it has when copying information to the cloud."

"The most valuable feature by far is the Virtual Disaster Recovery. On top of that is the bare-metal recovery. The recovery options that we have are great. We have tested the Virtual Disaster Recovery and the bare-metal recovery in just about any scenario you can think of. We have even restored bare metal, a full server, to a laptop, and had full functionality. It's just insane how well it works and how simple it is. It does most of the work for you."

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"I find Synology C2 Backup valuable for its speed, features, and server compatibility."

"It's good for file services."

Cons

"We don't use the solution’s automated recovery testing because SolarWinds made me cross. When they released it, I went, "Oh, well, that's quite good." Because if you use the system, then it supposedly spins up, and on the portal, it gives you a screenshot of the booted device. So, I phoned up, and I said, "Oh, that's really quite cool. How much is that?" They said, "No, no, no. It's all included in your license." I went, "Okay then," and went and deployed it on about half the fleet. One of the options that our customers have is they can pay us a small amount every month for us to test the recovery just to prove that it's viable, and I thought, "Well, this will do that for us. Nice." Then, in the next invoice, we got a charge for it. While It was not a huge amount, I took offense at the fact that we were told that it would be a no extra cost option that was part of our license, but it turns out that it's chargeable. Therefore, we haven't used it since."

"One area I don't like has to do with the agent that goes on the system... if a system stays offline for some length of time, say for a week or so, I may have to go back in and reinstall the agent to get it back in business. I don't know what's causing that."

"We would like to have better reporting."

"The one thing they don't are Linux servers, it's Windows only. I understand that directive. I have another product that I use for our Linux servers and stuff, but it would be nice if they had that flexibility on the Linux side. I understand the development and the world is geared towards Windows in 365, I know that's where the clienteles are and the business and the money is."

"The recovery side, the restore side, could be a little more optimized."

"The reporting feature and functionality need improvement. We would like to see a little bit more detailed reporting that offers more CEO or C-level focused reporting options."

"This solution is not very good for image restores, mainly just files. The solution also does not allow you to enable or disable backups. Sometimes, our users will connect via mobile device and it will use their data to perform the backup. If they were able to enable and disable the backup, they would not have this issue."

"A better default view on my dashboard would be great. There is a lot of useless information there that it pulls up. They could present the dashboard slightly better, in terms of the extra information after the first five columns. The first five columns are awesome. After that, I don't care about the rest, and there are another seven things after that."

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"The main drawbacks of Synology C2 Backup are slower processes in certain regions and less frequent updates."

"Improving the pricing would be great."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost is around ten dollars per workstation a month and that includes a certain amount of data."

"The pricing of SolarWinds seems to be fair compared to the rest of the industry."

"There is no per node cost, at least not the way I am doing it. I am on bulk. New customers can be set up on a trial, where they can get things all squared away, then they can switch over to being a billed customer."

"Cove only takes the data you have on the physical server. I can back that up for long periods of time, and I don't accrue high charges to have the data in the cloud. It stays at one rate. This allows me to forecast payment for the next one or two years and show clients their estimated growth."

"When you have a device/appliance on the site quite a lot of the other enterprise class backup people insist that you have their appliance, which is frankly offensively expensive. Because when you pry the top off, it's just a standard 19-inch tin box with a standard Intel I5 in it, some RAM, and a hard drive. Then, you go, "Why have they just charged me 5,500 quid for a box, which I could have probably build for under 500." Whereas, with the SolarWinds product, they don't have that. The backup appliances that we have onsite are just plain cooking PCs. We can build our own machines, which is reflected in the price that we can offer a customer."

"The pricing is very competitive and it's well worth the price."

"The pricing, for now, is good. The package that they gave us recently is pretty good. It depends on how many clients you have, and you pay for certain terabytes per license. These terabytes, if not used, are pooled together."

"I believe that the price is very reasonable in comparison to other options. It is cheaper than both Redstor and Acronis and, since we are now using our own on-premise cloud, there is absolutely no comparison since we have unlimited storage rather than paying per gigabyte used for their onsite storage. We are currently able to backup fifty computers for the same price that we use to backup five computers."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Comms Service Provider

Real Estate/Law Firm

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Retailer

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	19
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	1

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for N-able Backup?

In terms of pricing, N-able Cove Data Protection is neither cheap nor expensive compared to other competitors.

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What needs improvement with N-able Backup?

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What is your primary use case for N-able Backup?

Our main use cases for enabling N-able Cove Data Protection include backing up our customers' data on servers hosted in data centers and servers hosted in our own data center, as well as a few onsi...

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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.

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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.

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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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Also Known As

N-able Backup, SolarWinds Backup, SolarWinds MSP Backup & Recovery, SolarWinds MSP Backup

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Overview

Cove Data Protection, from N-able, is a comprehensive solution designed to safeguard critical business data. It offers a range of features including backup and recovery, disaster recovery, and endpoint protection. With automated backups and flexible scheduling options, it ensures data is protected and easily recoverable.

The solution also includes advanced security measures such as encryption and ransomware detection to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches. Cove Data Protection provides seamless integration with various platforms and offers centralized management for efficient monitoring and control.

With its user-friendly interface and robust capabilities, Cove Data Protection is an ideal choice for businesses seeking reliable data protection.

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Synology C2 Backup offers a comprehensive solution for data protection and disaster recovery, suitable for businesses seeking secure and efficient backup options. Its reliable cloud services provide peace of mind with integrated backup solutions.

Synology C2 Backup is designed to meet the demands of a sophisticated audience by providing flexible data backup and recovery options. It ensures data security while offering seamless integration with Synology NAS devices and other platforms. Users appreciate its cost-effectiveness and scalability, enabling businesses to protect their critical data efficiently. Room for improvement includes enhancing user experience and expanding third-party integrations.

What are the valuable features of Synology C2 Backup?

Data Encryption: Provides end-to-end encryption for data security.
Flexible Backup: Supports both scheduled and continuous data backups.
Scalability: Easily scalable to meet growing data storage needs.
Seamless Integration: Integrates with Synology NAS devices for streamlined operations.

What benefits should users seek in reviews?

Cost-Effectiveness: Affordable pricing aligns with budget considerations.
Data Security: High-level encryption maintains data protection.
Reliability: Consistent performance ensures minimal downtime.
Scalability: Adapts to business growth without significant changes.

Synology C2 Backup is implemented across diverse industries, accommodating the specific needs of sectors such as finance and healthcare. Its secure cloud backup is particularly beneficial for industries requiring stringent data protection standards, offering peace of mind and regulatory compliance.

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Computer Depot, Leading Edge Computers, IT Logic Australia

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