Backup & Disaster Recovery · head to head
Acronis Cyber Protect vs SysCloud
Acronis Cyber Protect
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Integrated backup and cybersecurity protection
- From
- $68/year
- Rated
- -
SysCloud
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Backup and security for Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
- From
- $4/month
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Acronis Cyber Protect technical support response is slow and inconsistent for resolving issues; SysCloud does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information
- They diverge on capability: Acronis Cyber Protect covers AI-based ransomware protection, SysCloud covers Automated backup.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Acronis Cyber Protect and SysCloud actually diverge.
| Attribute | Acronis Cyber Protect | SysCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $68/year | $4/month |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Linux, Cloud, On-premises | Web, Cloud |
| Founded | 2003 | 2013 |
Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Backup & Disaster Recovery).
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
- VMware
- Hyper-V
Only in SysCloud
- Automated backup
- Ransomware protection
- Cross-user restore
- Data migration
- DLP
- Compliance archiving
Both cover
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
- 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
SysCloud
- 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
SysCloud
- Does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information
- Can be slow with live data and large datasets
- Difficult user interface for non-technical users
- Limited backup frequency and capped storage on some plans
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
SysCloud
$4/month- Custom Plans$4/month per user
- Starts at $4 per user per month
- Discounts for yearly plans
- Bulk purchase discounts
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 SysCloud if
- You need automated backup.
- You work on Web, Cloud.
- You also want ransomware protection.
Questions people ask
- Is Acronis Cyber Protect or SysCloud better?
- Neither clearly leads. Acronis Cyber Protect starts at $68/year and SysCloud at $4/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Acronis Cyber Protect or SysCloud?
- Acronis Cyber Protect starts at $68/year and SysCloud at $4/month.
- Does Acronis Cyber Protect or SysCloud run on more platforms?
- Acronis Cyber Protect runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, Cloud, On-premises. SysCloud runs on Web, Cloud.
- 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 SysCloud cannot?
- Acronis Cyber Protect covers AI-based ransomware protection, Continuous data protection, Disk cloning, Universal restore. SysCloud covers Automated backup, Ransomware protection, Cross-user restore, Data migration. Both handle Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Web 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.
SourceSysCloud: What applications does SysCloud backup?
SysCloud backs up Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Google Classroom, Slack, HubSpot, QuickBooks Online, Salesforce, Box, and Xero with automated daily backups.
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.
SourceSysCloud: Does SysCloud have a free trial?
Yes, SysCloud offers a 30-day free trial to evaluate the platform before committing to a paid plan.
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.
SourceSysCloud: What is SysCloud's uptime guarantee?
SysCloud operates on AWS infrastructure with 99.99% availability, running backups 365 days per year.
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.
SourceSysCloud: How does SysCloud detect ransomware?
SysCloud can identify files encrypted by ransomware and restore a safe version, helping protect against data loss from ransomware attacks.
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