Software · head to head
Acronis Cyber Protect vs Datto SIRIS
Acronis Cyber Protect
Software
Integrated backup and cybersecurity protection
- From
- $68/year
- Rated
- -
Datto SIRIS
Software
All-in-one business continuity and disaster recovery
- From
- $1095/one-time + recurring
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Acronis Cyber Protect technical support response is slow and inconsistent for resolving issues; Datto SIRIS requires on-premises appliance, not purely cloud-native
- They diverge on capability: Acronis Cyber Protect covers AI-based ransomware protection, Datto SIRIS covers Instant virtualization.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Acronis Cyber Protect and Datto SIRIS actually diverge.
| Attribute | Acronis Cyber Protect | Datto SIRIS |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $68/year | $1095/one-time + recurring |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Linux, Cloud, On-premises | Linux, Virtual Environments |
| Founded | 2003 | 2011 |
Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Acronis Cyber Protect
- AI-based ransomware protection
- Continuous data protection
- Disk cloning
- Universal restore
- Backup validation
- Vulnerability assessments
- Google Workspace
- AWS
Only in Datto SIRIS
- Instant virtualization
- Screenshot verification
- Ransomware detection
- Inverse chain technology
- Cloud-first architecture
- Automated DR testing
- Windows Server
- ConnectWise
Both cover
- Microsoft 365
- VMware
- Hyper-V
- Windows support
- Linux support
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Acronis Cyber Protect
- Data protection
- Disaster recovery
- Business continuity
- Ransomware protection
- Compliance
Datto SIRIS
- Data protection
- Disaster recovery
- Business continuity
- Ransomware protection
- Compliance
Both are used for data protection, disaster recovery, business continuity, ransomware protection, compliance, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Acronis Cyber Protect
- Technical support response is slow and inconsistent for resolving issues
- UI performance is slow when handling operations like checking backup status or initiating restores
- Backup speed can be slow with limited replication options
- Complex pricing policies with multiple licensing models make cost prediction difficult
- Antivirus engine can significantly impact system performance on client machines
Datto SIRIS
- Requires on-premises appliance, not purely cloud-native
- Initial setup and hardware costs can be substantial for smaller MSPs
Pricing, plan by plan
Acronis Cyber Protect
$68/year- Standard$68/year
- Backup and recovery
- Basic security
- Advanced$129/year
- Enhanced security
- Ransomware protection
- Anti-malware
- Business$5.67/month
- Enterprise features
- Support
- Multiple workloads
Datto SIRIS
$1095/one-time + recurringNo published plan breakdown. See the Datto SIRIS review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Acronis Cyber Protect if
- You need ai-based ransomware protection.
- You work on Windows, Mac, Linux, Cloud, On-premises.
- You also want continuous data protection.
Choose Datto SIRIS if
- You need instant virtualization.
- You work on Linux, Virtual Environments.
- You also want screenshot verification.
Questions people ask
- Is Acronis Cyber Protect or Datto SIRIS better?
- Neither clearly leads. Acronis Cyber Protect starts at $68/year and Datto SIRIS at $1095/one-time + recurring, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Acronis Cyber Protect or Datto SIRIS?
- Acronis Cyber Protect starts at $68/year and Datto SIRIS at $1095/one-time + recurring.
- Does Acronis Cyber Protect or Datto SIRIS run on more platforms?
- Acronis Cyber Protect runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, Cloud, On-premises. Datto SIRIS runs on Linux, Virtual Environments.
- What is Acronis Cyber Protect best used for?
- Acronis Cyber Protect is most often used for data protection, disaster recovery, business continuity, ransomware protection.
- What can Acronis Cyber Protect do that Datto SIRIS cannot?
- Acronis Cyber Protect covers AI-based ransomware protection, Continuous data protection, Disk cloning, Universal restore. Datto SIRIS covers Instant virtualization, Screenshot verification, Ransomware detection, Inverse chain technology. Both handle Microsoft 365, VMware, Hyper-V, Windows support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Acronis Cyber Protect: What does Acronis Cyber Protect include?
Acronis Cyber Protect combines backup, disaster recovery, next-generation anti-malware, cybersecurity, and endpoint management in a single platform for complete cyber resilience.
SourceDatto SIRIS: What does SIRIS protect against?
Datto SIRIS includes immutable cloud backups, automated recovery verification, and integrated ransomware detection through Cloud Deletion Defense which undoes accidental or malicious backup deletion.
SourceAcronis Cyber Protect: What are the main pricing plans for Acronis Cyber Protect?
Acronis offers Cyber Protect Standard at $68/year, Cyber Protect Advanced at $129+/year for consumers, and business plans at $5.67-$8.60/month. Acronis runs three licensing models: per-workload, per-GB, and solution-based.
SourceDatto SIRIS: What's the pricing model?
Datto SIRIS uses flat-rate pricing starting at $1,095, which includes installation, storage, VIP support, recoveries, two annual DR tests, and five-year warranty.
SourceAcronis Cyber Protect: Does Acronis offer an API for integrations?
Yes, Acronis exposes REST APIs allowing partners to integrate existing solutions and create new ones. They provide 300+ pre-built integrations and support both inbound (CyberApps) and outbound API integrations.
SourceDatto SIRIS: What integrations does SIRIS have?
Datto SIRIS integrates natively with Autotask PSA, Datto RMM, ConnectWise Automate, and ConnectWise PSA. It also supports virtualization platforms like vSphere and CentOS Linux.
SourceAcronis Cyber Protect: Can Acronis Cyber Protect be deployed on-premises?
Yes, Acronis Cyber Protect supports multiple deployment options including on-premises and SaaS, giving organizations flexibility in how they manage their backup and disaster recovery infrastructure.
SourceDatto SIRIS: Is SIRIS cloud-only or appliance-based?
Datto SIRIS is an on-premises appliance that backs up data to Datto's cloud. You do not need to maintain your own physical server infrastructure for the core SIRIS functionality.
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