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Microsoft Azure Backup

Composite Score
8.9 /10
CX Score
9.2 /10
Category
Microsoft Azure Backup
8.9 /10

What is Microsoft Azure Backup?

Protect your data with a cloud-based backup as a service Keep your data in Azure and on-premises safe. Backup supports VMware and Hyper-V virtual machines running on Linux and Windows, as well as physical Windows Servers.

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Awards & Recognition

Microsoft Azure Backup won the following awards in the Backup and Availability category

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Microsoft Azure Backup Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
Download the entire Product Scorecard to access more information on Microsoft Azure Backup.

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

88 Likeliness to Recommend

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97 Plan to Renew

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86 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product Experience:
94%
Negotiation and Contract:
90%
Conflict Resolution:
92%
Strategy & Innovation:
93%
Service Experience:
94%

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+92 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Microsoft Azure Backup?

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3% Negative
6% Neutral
91% Positive

Pros

  • Saves Time
  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Enables Productivity

Feature Ratings

Average 84

AI tech support

100

AI enhanced predictive backup

100

FOUR EYES principle

100

Recovery Automation

100

Integration with Other Security Software

100

Backup Automation

86

Analytics

86

Backup of Cloud Based Data

85

Virtual Machine Backup

85

Deduplication Implementation

84

Integration With Storage Arrays

84

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 83

Ease of Implementation

84

Ease of IT Administration

84

Vendor Support

84

Business Value Created

84

Ease of Data Integration

83

Breadth of Features

83

Quality of Features

82

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

82

Availability and Quality of Training

82

Usability and Intuitiveness

82

Ease of Customization

81

Microsoft Azure Backup Reviews

Chintan P.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Feb 2025

Reliable, but lacks flexibility in restore options

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Backup from other similar products?

Microsoft Azure Backup smoothly integrates with Azure services, which is a big win for businesses already using the platform. It’s super easy to manage backups for both cloud and on-prem environments, and the built-in encryption keeps data secure. The pricing is flexible, which helps keep costs in check. For those already invested in Microsoft’s ecosystem, Azure Backup offers a more streamlined and cohesive solution compared to other options, especially when managing hybrid environments.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

What I really like about Microsoft Azure Backup is how scalable and cost-effective it is. You only pay for what you use with Pay as you go subscription, which makes it ideal for growing businesses that need flexibility. It handles a wide range of workloads, from virtual machines to file backups, and the setup is straightforward, making it easy to get up and running without a lot of hassle.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Microsoft Azure Backup has limited granularity in restore options. While it works well for full VM or file-level backups, there are times when more detailed or application-specific restores could be smoother. Additionally, the lack of full disk or image-based backup for physical servers can be a drawback for businesses with hybrid environments.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you're considering Microsoft Azure Backup, I'd recommend taking the time to thoroughly understand your backup needs and retention requirements before getting started. It's a great choice for businesses already using Azure, as the integration is seamless. However, if you need advanced restore options or full disk-based backups, you might want to explore additional tools. Also, keep an eye on costs while it's flexible, pricing can vary depending on storage and backup frequency, so plan accordingly.

Pros

  • Trustworthy
  • Caring
  • Security Protects
  • Reliable

Cons

  • Inhibits Innovation
  • Slower Product Innovation

Dwayne H.

  • Role: Operations
  • Industry: Communications
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Feb 2025

Fantastic product!"

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Backup from other similar products?

ease of use

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

intergration abilities

What do you dislike most about this product?

not to sure

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

make sure you lookinto all intergration you can

Pros

  • Appreciates Incumbent Status
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Trustworthy
  • Client Friendly Policies

Sarah S.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Finance
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2025

Back It Up, the Azure Way!

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Backup from other similar products?

Microsoft Azure Backup has been a lifesaver for our finance IT team. With the critical nature of our data—think transaction logs, compliance records, and client account details—having a reliable backup solution isn’t just helpful; it’s non-negotiable. Azure Backup stands out for its seamless integration with the Azure ecosystem and its ability to handle everything from virtual machines to on-premises data with ease.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

What really makes Azure Backup shine is its policy-driven automation. We’ve set up retention policies tailored to regulatory compliance needs, ensuring that older backups are archived securely while recent ones are readily accessible. The point-in-time restoration for SQL databases has also been invaluable, especially when debugging or resolving data integrity issues after system updates.

What do you dislike most about this product?

One minor drawback is the lack of a fully integrated reporting dashboard within the backup portal itself

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

I’d recommend Azure Backup to any organization managing sensitive or high-stakes data. It’s a robust, reliable solution that offers peace of mind and integrates perfectly into a modern IT infrastructure.

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity
  • Trustworthy

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