SyncBack

SyncBack is a file backup and synchronization product from a maker founded in 2004. Its listed capabilities cover computer, mobile, and server backup, along with file-level backup and restore and ransomware protection. The free SyncBackFree plan supports backup, mirroring, basic synchronization, restore, and scheduling on Windows, and is available indefinitely. SyncBackSE adds versioning, delta-copy, incremental and differential backups, compression, encryption, and Windows Server support. SyncBackPro adds cloud backup and synchronization, SFTP, FTP and FTPS, email backup, scripting, ransomware detection, and SyncBack Touch support. The product is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, although SyncBackFree specifically lists Windows support. The service uses a freemium model, with a 30-day trial available. SyncBackSE is listed at $44.95 a month, while SyncBackPro is $59.95 a month. The plans differ in the backup and synchronization capabilities they include, so readers can compare the free Windows offering with the additions available in the paid tiers.

SyncBack offers an indefinitely free Windows plan and paid tiers with additional backup and synchronization features. Check the plan details for platform support and the capabilities needed.

SyncBack may suit people looking for file backup, synchronization, and restore across supported desktop or mobile platforms. Its free plan is specifically listed for Windows users.

Overview

SyncBack is file-backup and synchronization software from a maker founded in 2004, with an indefinitely free Windows edition and paid tiers that add capabilities such as versioning, encryption and cloud backup. It suits Windows users who want control over file backup and synchronization, especially those who can match a plan to their needs. Its free edition covers core tasks, but the published plan details make Windows the clearest fit; check platform support before choosing it for another system.

Key features

SyncBackFree covers backup, mirroring, basic synchronization and restore, with scheduling. That is a useful no-cost starting point for routine file protection, though the basic scope makes it less compelling for users who need advanced backup options.

SyncBackSE adds versioning, delta-copy, incremental and differential backups, compression, encryption and Windows Server support. Those additions make it the more capable choice for users managing changing files or server backups, but its monthly price is a substantial commitment compared with the free tier.

SyncBackPro adds cloud backup and synchronization, SFTP, FTP and FTPS, email backup, scripting, ransomware detection and SyncBack Touch support. Its broader toolkit makes it the best fit for users with varied backup destinations or more specialized workflows. Ransomware detection is a meaningful addition, though it is distinct from the ransomware protection capability attributed to SyncBack overall.

Pricing

SyncBackFree: free. It includes backup, mirroring, basic synchronization and restore, scheduling, and Windows support, and is indefinitely free. It is the sensible choice for Windows users who need core file tasks without paying, but it gives up the advanced features in the paid plans.

SyncBackSE: $44.95 a month. It adds versioning, delta-copy, incremental and differential backups, compression, encryption and Windows Server support. Choose it when those specific features justify a recurring monthly cost; users who only need basic backup and restore can stay on Free.

SyncBackPro: $59.95 a month. It adds cloud backup and synchronization, transfer protocols, email backup, scripting, ransomware detection and SyncBack Touch support. The added scope is relevant for complex or multi-destination backup needs, but users who do not need those capabilities have little reason to pay above SE. A 30-day trial is offered.

Platforms

SyncBack names Windows, macOS, Linux and Android as supported platforms. The Free plan explicitly supports Windows, while SE names Windows Server support; the published plan descriptions do not establish equivalent support across all editions and platforms. SyncBack covers computer, mobile and server backup, with file backup scope and file restore modes. Confirm that the particular plan supports the device and workflow you need.

Who it's for

SyncBack is strongest for Windows users who want a free, schedulable file-backup and synchronization tool, or who can identify a concrete need for paid capabilities such as versioning, encryption or cloud backup. It is a less straightforward pick for buyers prioritizing a clearly defined plan for macOS, Linux or Android, since the plan descriptions identify Windows support most explicitly.

Pros and cons

• Pros: SyncBackFree is indefinitely free and includes scheduling, backup, mirroring, basic synchronization and restore, making core file protection accessible without a trial deadline.
• Pros: The paid tiers offer distinct upgrades, including versioning and encryption in SE and cloud, protocol, email-backup and ransomware-detection features in Pro.
• Cons: SE and Pro are priced per month, so either entails recurring cost even when a user only needs occasional backup.
• Cons: Windows support is the only platform support explicitly attached to Free, making the plan choice less clear for users on other supported platforms.

Alternatives

IDrive is worth considering for users who want a stated 10 GB basic storage option or a 100 GB, one-user plan at $0.25 a month; it also has a free plan and a free trial.

Backblaze Computer Backup suits users who prefer unlimited backup data, with a monthly plan at $9 a month or a yearly option at $8.25 a month; it has no free plan.

UrBackup is an alternative for users seeking open-source, self-hosted file and image backups with a free plan.

Jottacloud may fit users who want a free 5 GB plan for one user or an Unlimited plan at $12.99 a month.

Acronis True Image is a paid alternative for buyers who want an annual plan, with Essentials at $49.99 a year for up to five PCs or Macs and unlimited mobile devices.

GoodSync offers a freemium alternative with a Workstation plan at $49.95 a year for one workstation.

Mastermind Backup is another backup option.

iCloud Backup is a freemium option for users on iOS, with a free 5 GB plan and a 50 GB iCloud+ plan at $0.99 a month.

Browse more options in Backup software.

Verdict

Choose SyncBack if you want an indefinitely free Windows plan for scheduled file backup, mirroring, synchronization and restore, or need a specific paid feature such as versioning or cloud backup. Its main draw is the progression from a useful free core to more specialized paid tools; its main drawback is the monthly cost of those upgrades and less explicit plan-level support for platforms beyond Windows. If either concern matters more than SyncBack's feature set, compare alternatives before committing.