Backblaze Computer Backup Reviews & Product Details

I use Backblaze for two applications: First, all of our computers are constantly backed up to the Backblaze servers. I've had to restore several times over the years, and the process is simple. Second, we have had a B2 server for, maybe, 10 years. Absolutely simple to set up and use. Backblaze is at the heart of our IT/File backup process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The initial setup of the B2 Server is a bit cumbersome. When we transitioned from an on-site server to B2, we had to copy everything on our server to a supplied hard drive array. I remember that process being a bit tedious. Once we sent back the array, and Backblaze created our cloud server, everything about Backblaze was fluid, intuitive and simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It offers the ability to quickly synchronize all files from selected folders and keep them backed up in the cloud. The cost is significantly more affordable than any other cloud solution we have used once you exceed 1 TB of storage. The restoration options—available both via the web console and directly from the computer itself—are very useful. It also provides a highly practical version-saving feature. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

On a few rare occasions, errors have occurred when attempting to access the web console. This is not a recurring issue—and it hasn’t happened to me recently—but when it did occur, it hindered the immediate restoration of files, requiring me to wait several hours for access to be restored. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that it's simple and reliable. It allows me to have a fixed price per user/computer, regardless of whether they have a little or a lot of data. I consider it the best solution for laptop users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

To be picky, it doesn't allow you to implement the classic 3-2-1 backup strategy, as it only backs up to the cloud and doesn't let you integrate other types of storage. That being said, it's worth considering that Backblaze's infrastructure is certainly not just a NAS sitting in a basement, but rather one of the most serious and reliable cloud storage providers in the world. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Backblaze Computer Backup for our church computer systems, and it gives me peace of mind knowing every employee’s hard drive is backed up. I like how seamless it is with the Mac OS interface and how quietly it runs in the background—you can almost forget it’s there. It’s easy to set up: I double-click the file, it installs and starts uploading, and then it takes care of the rest. When a computer goes down, we’ve been able to get the whole hard drive replaced quickly. I value the file safety, security, speed of recovery, and reliability. The backup is trustworthy, and I’ve only had great experiences with Backblaze. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nothing I've encountered. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that Backblaze Computer Backup is easy to install and affordable. It was developed for Apple platforms first, and it works well on my Macs without slowing them down or getting in the way. It runs reliably and quietly in the background, and I can rely on having files backed up offsite, safely encrypted, and available to restore. I also appreciate the good customer support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes backups get fouled up when people update or replace their machines. That can confuse the end user, so I often have to step in as the administrator to set things right. If the process isn’t handled properly, I can also get billed twice for the old and new workstation. A dedicated procedure or form to guide people through the steps and make sure they’re backed up and not double billed would help. Moves, adds, and changes are something of an Achilles heel. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Backblaze Computer Backup runs constantly in the background and backs up all files without limitations. We’ve used it to completely recover crashed hard disks, on two occasions over 10 years or more. Having an offsite backup over the internet gives us peace of mind against onsite problems or damage to a computer. We have a good history with Backblaze, and I don’t know a better tool to recommend that is also so comprehensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The only complication we’ve run into is inheriting the backup history when we move to or replace a computer. If a mistake is made, it’s very hard to undo it and put things back where they should be. The initial setup is straightforward, except that I have to log in twice even on the same PC, once to validate access and download the software, and again moments later during installation on the same PC to verify purchase of the newly installed software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't have to think about performing backups, and can sleep at night knowing that all my data is backed up safely, because backups are automatic and continuous. I'm even able to recover deleted files up to 12 months later. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The only downside to Backblaze Computer Backup is that I can't back up data which is on the volume assigned to me but physically located on our server. I can back up my deskside RAID, but not my files on the network RAID. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Backblaze does not require me to constantly fix it. Even when updates are needed, the not-yet-updated product continues working. And the migration method for new computers works well for me when working at client sites with BB in-use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My weekly email updates for the business accounts I manage don't tell me if those systems are up-to-date or not, just if they have 'issues.' As a failed upload isn't flagged as an issue for over a week before it's an issue, that's not a good approach for MSPs like me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Runs continuously in the background without bothering users. The few times we needed to do restores, the process was quick and easy to follow. Tech support is also responsive and clear in their communications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We ran into a brief period where a couple systems would intermittently drop into a Safety Freeze. Staff did not report and only after I experienced the issue and engaged support was able to provide a beta version of the software. Not a strike against the company or product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Backblaze Computer Backup is excellent, it's amazing. I can back up my computer and those of my clients automatically, without having to worry about it. I love that it's invisible and that I'm notified by email if a backup fails, so I can take the necessary measures. The setup is very simple, and I think anyone can do it easily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think the price could be slightly lower. It was more attractive before. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.