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Best Backup Software 2026
Backup software helps you save copies of computer, mobile and server data, then restore it when needed. This guide helps buyers compare coverage, recovery controls, pricing and platform support.
The list uses the published fields for free plans, paid pricing, backup scope, restore modes, ransomware protection and supported platforms. This page has no published ranking basis, so compare the details that fit your devices and recovery needs.
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MSP360 Backup
MSP360 Backup covers computers and servers across Linux, macOS and Windows.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 Record8.9 Visit
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UrBackup
UrBackup may suit people or organizations seeking self-hosted file and image backups across computers, servers, and Android devices.
AndroidWebWindows+4 Record8.7 Visit
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Bareos
Bareos supports computer and server backup on Linux, macOS, web and Windows.
WebWindowsMac+3 Record8.3 Visit
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Backblaze Computer Backup
It suits people who want unlimited cloud backup for a Mac or PC and access to backed-up files on mobile devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Record8.0 Visit
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Duplicati
WindowsMacLinux $0.50 a month, billed yearly Record7.8 Visit Duplicati backs up computers and servers on Linux, macOS and Windows with varied backup and restore modes.
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Acronis True Image
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 $49.99 a year Record7.8 Visit Acronis True Image provides backup software for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows and the web.
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EaseUS Todo Backup
WindowsMacSelf-hosted $39.95 a year Record7.8 Visit EaseUS Todo Backup runs on macOS, self-hosted systems and Windows for backup tasks.
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Iperius Backup
WebWindowsSelf-hosted €3.29 a month, billed yearly Record7.7 Visit Iperius Backup supports Windows, self-hosted and web platforms, with a free plan.
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Vinchin Backup & Recovery
WebWindowsLinux+1 Free plan Record7.6 Visit Vinchin Backup & Recovery protects Linux and Windows computers and servers.
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AOMEI Backupper
Windows $39.95 a year Record7.6 Visit AOMEI Backupper provides backup software for Windows, with free and paid plans.
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VM Backup
WindowsLinuxAPI+1 Free plan Record7.5 Visit VM Backup covers server protection through API, Linux, self-hosted and Windows setups.
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GoodSync
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 $49.95 a year Record7.4 Visit GoodSync suits people or organizations seeking file backup across computers, mobile devices, servers or NAS.
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Uranium Backup
iPhone & iPadWebWindows €18 a month, billed yearly Record7.4 Visit It may suit Windows users who need computer or server backup, with options ranging from file and folder backups to database and virtual machine protection.
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Veeam Backup & Replication
WebWindowsMac+3 — Record7.2 Visit Veeam Backup & Replication runs across Linux, macOS and Windows with web, API and self-hosted platforms.
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ElephantDrive
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 $100 a year Record7.2 Visit ElephantDrive provides computer backup on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows and the web.
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Proxmox Backup Server
WebLinux €560 a year Record7.1 Visit Proxmox Backup Server may suit teams seeking server backup for Linux or web environments, particularly those using KVM or LXC.
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Cove Data Protection
WebWindowsMac+1 — Record7.0 Visit Cove Data Protection backs up computers through Linux, macOS, web and Windows platforms.
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Rubrik Security Cloud
WebWindowsMac+3 — Record6.9 Visit It suits organizations managing data across enterprise, cloud, SaaS, and hybrid environments.
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Arcserve ShadowProtect
WindowsLinuxAPI+1 — Record6.8 Visit ShadowProtect suits organizations backing up Windows and Linux systems, including physical and virtual machines.
Before you choose
Compare the cost options
Check whether a tool has a free plan, a free trial or a paid model. The list records paid-from pricing where the maker publishes it.
iCloud Backup has a free plan and lists paid storage from $0.99 per month. Open Android Backup is listed as free.
Match your platforms
Start with the devices and systems you need to protect. The list covers Windows, Linux, macOS, web access, self-hosted setups and Android.
A tool can suit a computer-focused setup, a mobile setup or a mix of systems. Confirm platform support before choosing.
Check what it backs up
Compare computer backup, mobile backup and server backup separately. Review the stated backup scope to see whether it fits your files, devices or services.
A broad platform list does not by itself show what a tool protects. Use the scope field with the backup type you need.
Review restore and ransomware controls
Restore modes describe how you can recover data after loss. Ransomware protection indicates whether the listing includes a control for that threat.
Compare these fields with the way you expect to recover files, devices or servers.
Check licence details
If access to source code matters, look for the open-source designation and read the licence terms before you commit.
A free plan and an open-source licence are different things, so compare them separately.
Questions
What should I compare in backup software?
Compare free plans, paid-from pricing, computer, mobile and server backup, backup scope, restore modes, ransomware protection and supported platforms.
Which platforms appear in this list?
The platform fields cover Windows, Linux, macOS, web, self-hosted setups and Android.
Can I try backup software without paying?
The list identifies tools with free plans and tools with free trials. iCloud Backup and Open Android Backup are listed with free plans.
Does iCloud Backup have a paid option?
Yes. iCloud Backup is listed with a free plan and paid storage from $0.99 per month.
How do I choose restore features?
Compare the restore modes listed for the tools you are considering, then check whether their backup scope matches the data you need to recover.
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