# Arcserve UDP vs Veritas NetBackup Comparison | | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.0 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 137 | 113 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (59.2% of reviews) | Enterprise (51.0% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Arcserve UDP Pros: - Ease of Use (2 reviews) - Simple (2 reviews) Cons: - Poor Customer Support (2 reviews) - Backup Failures (1 reviews) ### Veritas NetBackup Pros: - Alerting (1 reviews) - Reliability (1 reviews) Cons: - Difficult Configuration (1 reviews) - Expensive (1 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.7 (83 reviews) | 8.4 (95 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 8.0 (85 reviews) | 8.0 (96 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 7.7 (71 reviews) | 7.5 (68 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 8.0 (69 reviews) | 8.0 (66 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (84 reviews) | 7.9 (88 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.4 (65 reviews) | 8.3 (63 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 7.9 (84 reviews) | 7.2 (95 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Arcserve UDP #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial Yes ### Veritas NetBackup #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### Server Backup | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Arcserve UDP** | 8.8/10 | 83 | | **Veritas NetBackup** | 8.7/10 | 20 | #### Compatibility | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **File Server Backup** | 9.2 (60 reviews) | 9.2 (17 reviews) | | **Database Server Backup** | 9.2 (55 reviews) | 8.9 (18 reviews) | | **Virtual Machines** | 9.3 (52 reviews) | 9.1 (18 reviews) | | **Repository Models** | 8.8 (43 reviews) | 8.3 (17 reviews) | #### Management | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Continuous Backup** | 8.8 (53 reviews) | 8.4 (18 reviews) | | **Disaster Recovery** | 8.8 (50 reviews) | 8.2 (18 reviews) | | **Storage Capacity** | 8.9 (56 reviews) | 8.6 (18 reviews) | | **Remote Backup** | 9.0 (45 reviews) | 8.8 (17 reviews) | | **Activity Monitoring** | 8.2 (53 reviews) | 8.7 (18 reviews) | #### Compliance | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Security Standards** | 8.6 (45 reviews) | 8.6 (18 reviews) | | **Cloud Data Protection** | 8.2 (32 reviews) | 8.8 (14 reviews) | | **Data Deduplication** | 9.0 (52 reviews) | 9.1 (18 reviews) | #### Agentic AI - Server Backup | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Online Backup | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Arcserve UDP** | 9.2/10 | 37 | | **Veritas NetBackup** | N/A | N/A | #### Functionality | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Real-time Sync** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Storage Capacity** | 9.3 (25 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Remote Backup** | 8.9 (25 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Versioning** | 9.1 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Mobile Backup Application** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Compatibility | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Disk Backup** | 9.5 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Local Backup** | 9.3 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Storage Formats** | 9.1 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Management | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **File Sharing** | 9.4 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Security Standards** | 9.3 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Encrypted Storage** | 9.3 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Online Backup | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### File Recovery | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Arcserve UDP** | 8.8/10 | 71 | | **Veritas NetBackup** | N/A | N/A | #### Compatibility | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **File Formats** | 9.1 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Partitions** | 8.8 (41 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Mobile** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | #### Management | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Backup** | 9.2 (49 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Storage** | 9.0 (49 reviews) | Not enough data | | **File Scan** | 8.4 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Security | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Encryption** | 8.8 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Protection** | 9.1 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | | **File Deletion** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - File Recovery | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Database Backup | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Arcserve UDP** | 8.7/10 | 69 | | **Veritas NetBackup** | N/A | N/A | #### Functionality | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Data Backup** | 9.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Backup Automation** | 9.0 (49 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Integration** | 8.2 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Diverse Database Handling** | 8.4 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Admin | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Backup Management** | 8.6 (50 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Database Backup | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Disaster Recovery | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Arcserve UDP** | 9.0/10 | 35 | | **Veritas NetBackup** | N/A | N/A | #### Functionality | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **On Premises Recovery** | 9.3 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Cloud Recovery** | 8.6 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Prior State Recovery** | 9.0 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Recovery Automation** | 8.6 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Replication** | 9.6 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Management | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Local Management** | 8.8 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Infrastructure Compatibility** | 9.0 (21 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Solution Integration** | 8.7 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Real-Time Analytics** | 8.9 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | | **RTO and RPO Management** | 9.0 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Disaster Recovery | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Backup | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Arcserve UDP** | N/A | N/A | | **Veritas NetBackup** | N/A | N/A | #### Management | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Disaster Recovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Remote Backup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Storage Formats** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Scheduled Backups** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **On-Demand Restoration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Reporting | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Activity Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Security | Feature | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Data Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security and Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Deduplication ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Shared Categories (2):** [Online Backup Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/online-backup), [Server Backup Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/server-backup) **Unique to Arcserve UDP (3):** [Database Backup Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/database-backup), [Disaster Recovery Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/disaster-recovery), [File Recovery Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/file-recovery-software) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Arcserve UDP | Veritas NetBackup | |---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 26.2% | 13.5% | | **Mid-Market** | 59.2% | 35.6% | | **Enterprise** | 14.6% | 51.0% | ### By Industry #### Arcserve UDP - **Financial Services:** 5.8% - **Government Administration:** 5.8% - **Information Technology and Services:** 5.8% - **Automotive:** 4.9% - **Building Materials:** 4.9% - **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 4.9% - **Architecture & Planning:** 3.9% - **Computer & Network Security:** 3.9% - **Computer Hardware:** 3.9% - **Education Management:** 3.9% - **Other:** 52.4% #### Veritas NetBackup - **Information Technology and Services:** 26.9% - **Government Administration:** 6.7% - **Telecommunications:** 4.8% - **Retail:** 3.8% - **Computer Software:** 3.8% - **Entertainment:** 2.9% - **Banking:** 2.9% - **Building Materials:** 2.9% - **Pharmaceuticals:** 2.9% - **Consumer Goods:** 2.9% - **Other:** 39.4% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Arcserve UDP - [Veeam Data Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/veeam-data-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (723 reviews) - [Arctera Backup Exec](https://www.g2.com/products/arctera-arctera-backup-exec/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (275 reviews) - [Cove Data Protection](https://www.g2.com/products/cove-data-protection/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (437 reviews) - [NAKIVO Backup & Replication](https://www.g2.com/products/nakivo-backup-replication/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (359 reviews) - [Unitrends Backup and Recovery](https://www.g2.com/products/unitrends-backup-and-recovery/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (459 reviews) - [Rubrik](https://www.g2.com/products/rubrik/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (280 reviews) - [Druva Data Security Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/druva-data-security-cloud/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (740 reviews) - [Datto SIRIS](https://www.g2.com/products/kaseya-datto-siris/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (288 reviews) - [IDrive Online and SaaS Backup, Object Storage e2](https://www.g2.com/products/idrive-online-and-saas-backup-object-storage-e2/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1963 reviews) - [EaseUS Data Recovery](https://www.g2.com/products/easeus/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (422 reviews) ### Alternatives to Veritas NetBackup - [Veeam Data Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/veeam-data-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (723 reviews) - [Arctera Backup Exec](https://www.g2.com/products/arctera-arctera-backup-exec/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (275 reviews) - [IBM Storage Protect](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-storage-protect/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (76 reviews) - [NetApp Backup and Recovery](https://www.g2.com/products/netapp-backup-and-recovery/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (33 reviews) - [Druva Data Security Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/druva-data-security-cloud/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (740 reviews) - [SaaSAssure](https://www.g2.com/products/saasassure/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (81 reviews) - [Rubrik](https://www.g2.com/products/rubrik/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (280 reviews) - [Unitrends Backup and Recovery](https://www.g2.com/products/unitrends-backup-and-recovery/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (459 reviews) - [Azure Backup](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-backup/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (87 reviews) - [Dell Avamar](https://www.g2.com/products/dell-avamar/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (47 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Arcserve UDP - Title: [What is Arcserve?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-arcserve) — 2 comments > **Top comment:** "Arcserve is a data protection and recovery software company that provides a range of solutions designed to help organizations protect and manage their..." - Title: [Why there are so many problems with our tape backup? I really astonished if a backup job just works](https://www.g2.com/discussions/why-there-are-so-many-problems-with-our-tape-backup-i-really-astonished-if-a-backup-job-just-works) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "There can be many variables for backup failure-open files, permissions etc..It is usually an issue with the software you are using for backups. Arcserve is a..." - Title: [What does Arcserve UDP do?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-does-arcserve-udp-do) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Backup and recovery: Arcserve UDP provides comprehensive backup and recovery capabilities, enabling businesses to protect their data from loss or corruption...." - Title: [How do I install Arcserve UDP?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-install-arcserve-udp) — 1 comment, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "To install Arcserve UDP, you need to follow these steps, -Download the Arcserve UDP installation package from the official website -Unzip the downloaded..." - Title: [Why is Arcserve CA not still called RHA or HA? Why is the product not promoted? Why is the topic of workload migration with UDP / CA not being promoted? Here are great opportunities to generate revenue](https://www.g2.com/discussions/31001-why-is-arcserve-ca-not-still-called-rha-or-ha-why-is-the-product-not-promoted-why-is-the-topic-of-workload-migration-with-udp-ca-not-being-promoted-here-are-great-opportunities-to-generate-revenue) — 1 comment, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Hi Georg, The RHA product product was renamed Arcserve Continuous Availability, because that's what it provides. We actually developed a new product,..." ### Veritas NetBackup - Title: [What is Veritas NetBackup used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-veritas-netbackup-used-for) — 2 comments > **Top comment:** "Enterprise Backup and Recovery solution" - Title: [What is Veritas used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-veritas-used-for) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Enterprise Backup and Recovery solution" --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/arcserve-arcserve-udp-vs-veritas-netbackup)