Software · head to head
SysCloud vs Datto SIRIS
SysCloud
Software
Backup and security for Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
- From
- $4/month
- 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: SysCloud does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information; Datto SIRIS requires on-premises appliance, not purely cloud-native
- They diverge on capability: SysCloud covers Automated backup, Datto SIRIS covers Instant virtualization.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which SysCloud and Datto SIRIS actually diverge.
| Attribute | SysCloud | Datto SIRIS |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $4/month | $1095/one-time + recurring |
| Platforms | Web, Cloud | Linux, Virtual Environments |
| Founded | 2013 | 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 SysCloud
- Automated backup
- Ransomware protection
- Cross-user restore
- Data migration
- DLP
- Compliance archiving
- Google Workspace
Only in Datto SIRIS
- Instant virtualization
- Screenshot verification
- Ransomware detection
- Inverse chain technology
- Cloud-first architecture
- Automated DR testing
- VMware
- Hyper-V
Both cover
- Microsoft 365
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
SysCloud
- 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.
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
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
SysCloud
$4/month- Custom Plans$4/month per user
- Starts at $4 per user per month
- Discounts for yearly plans
- Bulk purchase discounts
Datto SIRIS
$1095/one-time + recurringNo published plan breakdown. See the Datto SIRIS review.
Which should you pick?
Choose SysCloud if
- You need automated backup.
- You work on Web, Cloud.
- You also want ransomware protection.
Choose Datto SIRIS if
- You need instant virtualization.
- You work on Linux, Virtual Environments.
- You also want screenshot verification.
Questions people ask
- Is SysCloud or Datto SIRIS better?
- Neither clearly leads. SysCloud starts at $4/month 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, SysCloud or Datto SIRIS?
- SysCloud starts at $4/month and Datto SIRIS at $1095/one-time + recurring.
- Does SysCloud or Datto SIRIS run on more platforms?
- SysCloud runs on Web, Cloud. Datto SIRIS runs on Linux, Virtual Environments.
- What is SysCloud best used for?
- SysCloud is most often used for data protection, disaster recovery, business continuity, ransomware protection.
- What can SysCloud do that Datto SIRIS cannot?
- SysCloud covers Automated backup, Ransomware protection, Cross-user restore, Data migration. Datto SIRIS covers Instant virtualization, Screenshot verification, Ransomware detection, Inverse chain technology. Both handle Microsoft 365, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
SysCloud: 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 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: 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'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: What is SysCloud's uptime guarantee?
SysCloud operates on AWS infrastructure with 99.99% availability, running backups 365 days per year.
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: 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.
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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