Software · head to head
Cohesity DataProtect vs SysCloud
Cohesity DataProtect
Software
Hyperconverged secondary data protection
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
SysCloud
Software
Backup and security for Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
- From
- $4/month
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Cohesity DataProtect primarily focused on enterprise customers; less suitable for small businesses; SysCloud does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information
- They diverge on capability: Cohesity DataProtect covers Hyperconverged architecture, SysCloud covers Automated backup.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Cohesity DataProtect and SysCloud actually diverge.
| Attribute | Cohesity DataProtect | SysCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | $4/month |
| Platforms | On-premises, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud | Web, Cloud |
Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown), founded (2013).
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 Cohesity DataProtect
- Hyperconverged architecture
- Instant mass restore
- Global deduplication
- Global search
- Cloud tiering
- VMware
- Hyper-V
- AWS
Only in SysCloud
- Automated backup
- Cross-user restore
- Data migration
- DLP
- Compliance archiving
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft 365
Both cover
- Ransomware protection
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Cohesity DataProtect
- 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.
Cohesity DataProtect
- Primarily focused on enterprise customers; less suitable for small businesses
- Requires significant IT expertise to optimize deduplication and retention policies
- High upfront infrastructure costs for on-premises deployment
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
Cohesity DataProtect
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Cohesity DataProtect review.
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 Cohesity DataProtect if
- You need hyperconverged architecture.
- You work on On-premises, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud.
- You also want instant mass restore.
Choose SysCloud if
- You need automated backup.
- You work on Web, Cloud.
- You also want cross-user restore.
Questions people ask
- Is Cohesity DataProtect or SysCloud better?
- Neither clearly leads. Cohesity DataProtect starts at On request and SysCloud at $4/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Cohesity DataProtect or SysCloud?
- Cohesity DataProtect starts at On request and SysCloud at $4/month.
- Does Cohesity DataProtect or SysCloud run on more platforms?
- Cohesity DataProtect runs on On-premises, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud. SysCloud runs on Web, Cloud.
- What is Cohesity DataProtect best used for?
- Cohesity DataProtect is most often used for data protection, disaster recovery, business continuity, ransomware protection.
- What can Cohesity DataProtect do that SysCloud cannot?
- Cohesity DataProtect covers Hyperconverged architecture, Instant mass restore, Global deduplication, Global search. SysCloud covers Automated backup, Cross-user restore, Data migration, DLP. Both handle Ransomware protection, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Cohesity DataProtect: What is the main benefit of Cohesity DataProtect's instant recovery?
Cohesity uniquely reduces downtime by enabling instant mass restoration of any number of VMs, large volumes of unstructured data, and Oracle databases to any point in time.
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.
SourceCohesity DataProtect: How much can Cohesity reduce data protection costs?
Cohesity DataProtect reduces data protection costs by 70% or more through unified management and deduplication.
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.
SourceCohesity DataProtect: What platforms and workloads does Cohesity DataProtect support?
Cohesity DataProtect protects on-premises systems, multiple cloud environments, and SaaS applications through a single unified platform.
SourceSysCloud: What is SysCloud's uptime guarantee?
SysCloud operates on AWS infrastructure with 99.99% availability, running backups 365 days per year.
SourceCohesity DataProtect: Does Cohesity use security best practices for backup protection?
Yes. Cohesity DataProtect uses multilayered security architecture designed to minimize the risk of backups becoming a ransomware target.
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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