Compare Active@Disk Image and Macrium Backup & Restore 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (56.8% 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
(76)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.8% 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, particularly for its disk imaging and system recovery capabilities. Users appreciate the auto verification feature after backups, which adds an extra layer of confidence in the backup process.
- Users say that Active@Disk Image offers a seamless experience for backing up and managing operating system images. The ability to convert any active disk into an image and burn it to a disk or ISO is highlighted as a significant advantage, making it a flexible option for various needs.
- Reviewers mention that the initial setup process for Macrium Backup & Restore is notably smooth, with many finding the onboarding wizard intuitive. This ease of setup is a recurring theme, making it accessible for users who may not be tech-savvy.
- According to verified reviews, Active@Disk Image has been praised for its quick imaging process, especially in deployment scenarios across multiple devices. Users have found it particularly effective for seamless deployment on various PCs and tablets, which is a strong point for organizations with diverse hardware.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Macrium Backup & Restore has a higher overall satisfaction score, Active@Disk Image still holds its ground with a solid performance in ease of use. Users appreciate the various compression options available for managing images, which adds to its versatility.
- Users express that Macrium Backup & Restore's comprehensive backup management features, especially in its paid versions, make it a top choice for small businesses. The free version is also noted for being excellent for basic imaging needs, showcasing its value across different user segments.
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
9.1
68
Ease of Use
9.4
6
9.1
69
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.2
57
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.8
46
Quality of Support
Not enough data
8.8
49
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.1
41
Product Direction (% positive)
Not enough data
9.3
65
Features by Category
Compatibility
Not enough data
9.3
22
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
9.0
16
Management
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
9.2
19
Not enough data
8.7
14
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
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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
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Compatibility
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Not enough data
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Management
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
9.5
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Security
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
9.5
10
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
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
7.0
9
Not enough data
8.5
11
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
8.3
10
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
8
Management
Not enough data
9.3
9
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
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Feature Not Available
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
21
Not enough data
9.6
19
Not enough data
9.6
23
Not enough data
8.2
17
Performance
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
9.7
19
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
21
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
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Reporting
Not enough data
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Security
Not enough data
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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
16.2%
Computer Software
14.9%
Manufacturing
6.8%
Education Management
6.8%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
4.1%
Other
51.4%
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