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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (58.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$49.00 1
Starting at $65.00 1 Device Per Year
Active@Disk Image
Star Rating
(10)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$49.00 1
Browse all 4 pricing plansMacrium Backup & Restore
Star Rating
(69)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $65.00 1 Device Per Year
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Macrium Backup & Restore excels in user satisfaction, with many praising its reliable performance and fantastic customer service. Users appreciate the software's ability to provide complete backups quickly, highlighting its incremental backup feature as particularly beneficial for ongoing data protection.
- Users say that Active@Disk Image offers a seamless experience for managing operating system images, with one reviewer noting the ease of converting active disks into images. This feature, along with the ability to burn images to disks or ISO files, makes it a convenient choice for users looking for straightforward imaging solutions.
- Reviewers mention that while Macrium Backup & Restore has a higher overall rating, Active@Disk Image still holds its ground with a solid score. Users appreciate the quick imaging process and the flexibility in managing images with various compression options, making it a viable option for those who prioritize speed and convenience.
- According to verified reviews, Macrium Backup & Restore stands out for its ease of use and setup, with users noting that the onboarding process is intuitive. This has led to a higher satisfaction rate among small business users, who often require reliable backup solutions without extensive training.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Active@Disk Image has been praised for its deployment ease, particularly in environments with multiple devices. Administrators have found it easy to leverage the software for deployment across various PCs and tablets, which is a significant advantage for organizations managing diverse hardware.
- Users report that while both products have their strengths, Macrium Backup & Restore's BitLocker support and overall speed in backup processes give it an edge for users who need robust security features alongside performance. This combination has made it a preferred choice for many small businesses looking for comprehensive data protection.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Active@Disk Image
Corporate Standard
$49.00
1
Corporate License — for commercial use. With a Corporate License the company can use the program in a business, academic, or government environment. The Corporate license will be assigned to the company's name.
- Disk To image
- Image to Disk
- Create Raw Image
Macrium Backup & Restore
SiteBackup Annual Plan & Perpetual
Starting at $65.00
1 Device Per Year
Centralized business backup and recovery solution for medium to large enterprises.
- Centralized management and control
- Scheduled Backup and Restore
- Local/Remote server options
Free Trial
Active@Disk Image
Free Trial is available
Macrium Backup & Restore
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.7
6
9.0
62
Ease of Use
9.4
6
9.1
62
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.2
50
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.7
40
Quality of Support
Not enough data
8.8
43
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.0
35
Product Direction (% positive)
Not enough data
9.2
59
Features by Category
Compatibility
Not enough data
9.1
17
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
8.8
14
Management
Not enough data
9.4
16
Not enough data
9.1
17
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
7.7
15
Compliance
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Server Backup
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Functionality
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
9.5
13
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.4
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Compatibility
Not enough data
9.5
16
Not enough data
9.6
14
Not enough data
9.4
13
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
12
Agentic AI - Online Backup
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
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Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Compatibility
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Management
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Security
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - File Recovery
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Administration
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
7.0
9
Not enough data
8.3
10
Deployment
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
8.3
13
Imaging
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
9.2
13
Not enough data
7.8
10
Functionality
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
7
Management
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
7.5
6
Agentic AI - Disaster Recovery
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
21
Not enough data
9.6
19
Not enough data
9.6
21
Not enough data
8.2
17
Performance
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
9.7
18
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
20
Agentic AI - PC Backup
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Hard Drive Cloning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
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Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Active@Disk Image and Macrium Backup & Restore are categorized as Hard Drive Cloning and File Recovery
Unique Categories
Active@Disk Image has no unique categories
Macrium Backup & Restore is categorized as PC Backup, Disaster Recovery, OS Imaging & Deployment, Online Backup, and Server Backup
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Active@Disk Image
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Macrium Backup & Restore
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
30.0%
Banking
20.0%
Internet
10.0%
Hospital & Health Care
10.0%
Higher Education
10.0%
Other
20.0%
Information Technology and Services
16.4%
Computer Software
16.4%
Education Management
7.5%
Manufacturing
6.0%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
4.5%
Other
49.3%
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