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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (55.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $65.00 1 Device Per Year
Daemon Tools
Star Rating
(50)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Daemon ToolsMacrium Backup & Restore
Star Rating
(58)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $65.00 1 Device Per Year
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Macrium Reflect excels in its "Disaster Recovery" functionality, scoring 9.5, which reviewers mention is crucial for businesses needing reliable backup solutions. In contrast, Daemon Tools falls short with a score of 7.8, indicating less effectiveness in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Macrium Reflect's "Scheduled Backups" feature is highly rated at 9.1, allowing for seamless automation of backup processes. Users on G2 note that Daemon Tools, with a score of 8.2, does not offer the same level of convenience, making it less appealing for users who prioritize automation.
- G2 users highlight Macrium Reflect's superior "Ease of Setup" with a score of 9.1, which many reviewers say makes it user-friendly for those new to backup software. In comparison, Daemon Tools has a lower score of 8.3, suggesting a more complex setup process that may deter some users.
- Users say that Macrium Reflect's "Data Encryption" feature is robust, scoring 9.3, which is essential for businesses concerned about data security. Daemon Tools, while still strong at 9.0, does not provide the same level of assurance according to user reviews.
- Reviewers mention that Macrium Reflect's "Activity Monitoring" feature is rated at 8.8, providing users with valuable insights into backup processes. In contrast, Daemon Tools scores lower at 7.9, indicating that its monitoring capabilities may not be as comprehensive.
- Users on G2 report that Macrium Reflect's "Online Restore" functionality is a standout feature, although it does not have a specific score listed, it is often praised for its effectiveness. Daemon Tools, however, has a lower score of 8.1 for "On-Demand Restoration," suggesting that users may find it less efficient for immediate recovery needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Daemon Tools
No pricing availableMacrium 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
Daemon Tools
No trial information availableMacrium Backup & Restore
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
36
9.0
53
Ease of Use
9.0
36
9.1
53
Ease of Setup
8.3
7
9.3
41
Ease of Admin
8.3
7
8.9
33
Quality of Support
8.8
24
8.9
36
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
5
9.1
29
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
34
9.1
50
Features by Category
Compatibility
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
8.7
13
Management
Not enough data
9.3
14
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
8.1
14
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
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
8.5
12
Not enough data
9.5
13
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Compatibility
Not enough data
9.4
14
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
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
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
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
7.0
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Deployment
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
8.2
12
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
20
Not enough data
9.6
19
Not enough data
9.6
20
Not enough data
8.2
17
Performance
Not enough data
8.8
21
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Daemon Tools and Macrium Backup & Restore are categorized as Hard Drive Cloning
Unique Categories
Daemon Tools has no unique categories
Macrium Backup & Restore is categorized as PC Backup, OS Imaging & Deployment, Server Backup, Online Backup, File Recovery, and Disaster Recovery
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Daemon Tools
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
18.4%
Computer Software
10.2%
Telecommunications
8.2%
Financial Services
6.1%
Computer Games
6.1%
Other
51.0%
Computer Software
19.0%
Information Technology and Services
17.2%
Manufacturing
6.9%
Education Management
6.9%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.4%
Other
46.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
How could the program performance be better?
1 Comment
GK
The real question here is if the performance is better than a read DVD reader. If you compare directly to a DVD drive, you will notice performance is far...Read more
Can DAEMON Tools create ISO?
1 Comment
DM
Yes it can, as well as mount and I mount those imaged discs.Read more
Is macrium software safe?
2 Comments
AG
Macrium Reflect is a secure option, granting you the confidence to employ it without worry. It is devoid of any malicious intent and serves as a completely...Read more
What does Macrium Reflect do?
1 Comment
IL
Macrium Reflect backs up files and folders on an automated scheduleRead more
Macrium Backup & Restore has no more discussions with answers
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