Backup & Disaster Recovery · head to head
Datto SIRIS vs SysCloud
Datto SIRIS
Backup & Disaster Recovery
All-in-one business continuity and disaster recovery
- From
- $1095/one-time + recurring
- 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: Datto SIRIS requires on-premises appliance, not purely cloud-native; SysCloud does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information
- They diverge on capability: Datto SIRIS covers Instant virtualization, SysCloud covers Automated backup.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Datto SIRIS and SysCloud actually diverge.
| Attribute | Datto SIRIS | SysCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $1095/one-time + recurring | $4/month |
| Platforms | Linux, Virtual Environments | Web, Cloud |
| Founded | 2011 | 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 Datto SIRIS
- Instant virtualization
- Screenshot verification
- Ransomware detection
- Inverse chain technology
- Cloud-first architecture
- Automated DR testing
- VMware
- Hyper-V
Only in SysCloud
- Automated backup
- Ransomware protection
- Cross-user restore
- Data migration
- DLP
- Compliance archiving
- Google Workspace
Both cover
- Microsoft 365
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Datto SIRIS
- 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.
Datto SIRIS
- Requires on-premises appliance, not purely cloud-native
- Initial setup and hardware costs can be substantial for smaller MSPs
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
Datto SIRIS
$1095/one-time + recurringNo published plan breakdown. See the Datto SIRIS 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 Datto SIRIS if
- You need instant virtualization.
- You work on Linux, Virtual Environments.
- You also want screenshot verification.
Choose SysCloud if
- You need automated backup.
- You work on Web, Cloud.
- You also want ransomware protection.
Questions people ask
- Is Datto SIRIS or SysCloud better?
- Neither clearly leads. Datto SIRIS starts at $1095/one-time + recurring and SysCloud at $4/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Datto SIRIS or SysCloud?
- Datto SIRIS starts at $1095/one-time + recurring and SysCloud at $4/month.
- Does Datto SIRIS or SysCloud run on more platforms?
- Datto SIRIS runs on Linux, Virtual Environments. SysCloud runs on Web, Cloud.
- What is Datto SIRIS best used for?
- Datto SIRIS is most often used for data protection, disaster recovery, business continuity, ransomware protection.
- What can Datto SIRIS do that SysCloud cannot?
- Datto SIRIS covers Instant virtualization, Screenshot verification, Ransomware detection, Inverse chain technology. SysCloud covers Automated backup, Ransomware protection, Cross-user restore, Data migration. Both handle Microsoft 365, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Datto 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SourceSysCloud: What is SysCloud's uptime guarantee?
SysCloud operates on AWS infrastructure with 99.99% availability, running backups 365 days per year.
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.
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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