Dell Data Protection Suite vs Veritas NetBackup comparison

Dell Technologies and Veritas are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. Dell Technologies is ranked #26 with an average rating of 8.6, while Veritas is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.6. Dell Technologies holds a 0.4% mindshare in BRS, compared to Veritas’s 1.5% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Dell Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of Veritas users who would recommend it.

Dell Data Protection Suite

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100% willing to recommend

Veritas NetBackup

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90% willing to recommend

Dell Data Protection Suite

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We performed a comparison between Dell Data Protection Suite and Veritas NetBackup based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Backup and Recovery solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Dell Data Protection Suite vs. Veritas NetBackup

August 2026

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

ROI

Sentiment score

6.5

Dell Data Protection Suite boosts efficiency, cuts costs by preventing data loss, and improves recovery and data management.

Sentiment score

1.0

Veritas NetBackup offers a consistent ROI by ensuring data protection, efficient restoration, and reduced backup windows despite its cost.

Dell Data Protection Suite justifies its ROI in cases of disaster by ensuring data availability and preventing losses in time and data.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

If you have the right products in place with data recoverability, data protection strategies, and cyber resiliency strategy, customers can depend on this solution to recover their data rather than spending a lot of time and money paying ransomware to restore their data.

Amjed Antari

Pre Sales Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

The essential point is its reliability and fast recovery of information from corporate equipment.

reviewer2845620

Analista de Infraestrutura de TI at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees

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It is suitable for our nature of business because data is very critical, and we cannot compromise on backup.

Rizwan Islam

Deputy Director IT at DHA Lahore

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

7.6

Dell Data Protection Suite's customer service is praised for its knowledgeable team, although response times and documentation can improve.

Sentiment score

6.3

Veritas NetBackup support receives mixed reviews, praised for expertise but criticized for inconsistencies and slow response times.

The support is excellent, with on-ground people and a well-established partner ecosystem providing assistance.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

Customer support is great, as it is very easy to create different cases and quick to solve issues.

D Alvarado

Lider Soporte Cloud at a security firm with 51-200 employees

They provide knowledgeable technical resources and good assistance during troubleshooting through calls and emails.

Gustavo Ragazzi

Infrastructure Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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The support from Veritas NetBackup is very good.

Ibrahim Jekhine

Consultant at MTN

The customer support is very poor.

John Chege

Solutions Architect at Rigor Systems Limited

The technical support from Veritas is rated an eight, as the local partners are good and support us.

SunilPanigrahi

Senior Manager at a logistics company with 10,001+ employees

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.5

Dell Data Protection Suite offers scalable, flexible solutions for diverse workloads and seamless integration, despite potentially rising licensing costs.

Sentiment score

6.0

Veritas NetBackup offers scalability and flexibility but faces cost concerns and challenges with new versions and integrations.

The integration with Data Domain helps to accommodate growing backup volumes efficiently, scaling well as business and data protection requirements evolve.

Gustavo Ragazzi

Infrastructure Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Multiple data domain storage boxes are offered by Dell for storage expansion.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

The scalability of Dell Data Protection Suite is very good, and it can be scaled in a relatively smooth way.

reviewer2845620

Analista de Infraestrutura de TI at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees

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I feel that if you can keep it at least two or three levels back or forward with backward compatibility available, it would help people use the old disk storage and get more storage space.

SunilPanigrahi

Senior Manager at a logistics company with 10,001+ employees

The size of the catalog was an issue, but it was more about outgrowing our own architecture than a problem with Veritas NetBackup itself.

Ibrahim Jekhine

Consultant at MTN

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

8.2

Dell Data Protection Suite is valued for reliability, efficient performance, and robust integration, offering crucial protection against data loss.

Sentiment score

8.5

Veritas NetBackup is praised for its exceptional stability, remaining reliable and error-free with high performance in demanding environments.

Overall, the Dell DPS provides efficient performance when properly integrated with other infrastructures.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

The solution is stable when it is implemented in the right way.

Amjed Antari

Pre Sales Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

Dell Data Protection Suite is stable because it is part of the solution suite from the best company for my needs.

Leo Diaz

Cloud Support at a tech company with 1-10 employees

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Veritas NetBackup performs well in terms of stability.

Ibrahim Jekhine

Consultant at MTN

In the last 10 years, I have never faced a single incident regarding stability with Veritas NetBackup.

Rizwan Islam

Deputy Director IT at DHA Lahore

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Room For Improvement

Dell Data Protection Suite needs improved UI, documentation, automation, affordability, cloud integration, support, and virtualization compatibility for enhanced user experience.

Veritas NetBackup requires UI improvements, better integration, enhanced support response, cost-effectiveness, and usability enhancements, including pricing and speed.

The deployment is complex and not simplified, requiring professional expertise.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

A customer with a complex environment with multiple workloads may find that a single tool cannot cover everything.

Amjed Antari

Pre Sales Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

Dell Data Protection Suite is very robust and scalable, but it requires training for the IT team.

reviewer2845620

Analista de Infraestrutura de TI at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees

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Veritas NetBackup needs improvement in terms of integration with the cloud.

Ibrahim Jekhine

Consultant at MTN

We would really appreciate if Veritas offers products by which we can secure our backups against these ransomware attacks.

Rizwan Islam

Deputy Director IT at DHA Lahore

Support tickets take too long to be solved and the quality of engineers they have for support has lately become lacking.

John Chege

Solutions Architect at Rigor Systems Limited

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Setup Cost

Dell Data Protection Suite's pricing varies based on features and infrastructure, balancing costs with efficiencies like automation and deduplication.

Veritas NetBackup is costly but valued for features and scalability in large enterprises; less competitive for smaller setups.

The solution is very expensive, which is its main drawback compared to competition in the market.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

When I need to deploy the different features of the solutions, I learn what the price is, where, and when to apply the licensing.

Leo Diaz

Cloud Support at a tech company with 1-10 employees

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is mixed, as I need to be aware of these details when implementing the solution.

D Alvarado

Lider Soporte Cloud at a security firm with 51-200 employees

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My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that the appliance licensing is a bit tricky and a bit expensive, especially when I have to license the hardware and the software;

John Chege

Solutions Architect at Rigor Systems Limited

I would rate pricing for Veritas NetBackup around six, as it is neither high nor low.

SunilPanigrahi

Senior Manager at a logistics company with 10,001+ employees

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Valuable Features

Dell Data Protection Suite provides robust backup, recovery, ransomware protection, and integration, enhancing security, efficiency, and compliance for various workloads.

Veritas NetBackup offers scalability, compatibility, security, and efficient storage, making it a preferred choice for enterprise data protection.

The suite also provides a high level of encryption for data traveling between primary and disaster recovery sites, ensuring its security.

Zeeshan AhmedKhan

Director - Sales & Operations at Techtrix System

Immutable backups gave us confidence against ransomware, and faster VM restores improved uptime.

Leo Diaz

Cloud Support at a tech company with 1-10 employees

Many of our customers and partners are very satisfied because using Dell Data Protection Suite or Data Domain allows them to manage their backups in a smooth way and gain significant savings in storage area because the deduplication of Data Domain is really effective.

reviewer2875761

Technical Solutions Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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In my opinion, the main benefits Veritas NetBackup provides are that it is a unified platform where we can integrate all the requirements such as online backup, offline backup, and virtualization backup in one single platform, although my only concern is the licensing structure.

SunilPanigrahi

Senior Manager at a logistics company with 10,001+ employees

I have found Veritas NetBackup to be the most reliable backup solution I have worked with so far.

John Chege

Solutions Architect at Rigor Systems Limited

Although we do not utilize its deduplication technology or cloud integration, we can trigger storage actions with NetBackup.

Ibrahim Jekhine

Consultant at MTN

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Categories and Ranking

Dell Data Protection Suite

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

26th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Veritas NetBackup

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

8th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

119

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of Dell Data Protection Suite is 0.4%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Veritas NetBackup is 1.5%, down from 3.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Backup and Recovery Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Veritas NetBackup	1.5%
Dell Data Protection Suite	0.4%
Other	98.1%

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Featured Reviews

D Alvarado

Lider Soporte Cloud at a security firm with 51-200 employees

Unified backups have protected hybrid workloads and now enable rapid recovery from ransomware

Dell Data Protection Suite is the most effective solution for my needs. The best features include comprehensive backup recovery across hybrid environments, supporting physical, virtual, and cloud workloads with tools that ensure fast, efficient restores across diverse environments. The flexibility in supporting physical, virtual, and cloud workloads has been a real advantage for us. We had a legacy physical database workload running on-premises alongside a newer cloud application in Azure. Traditionally, we would have needed separate tools to protect each environment, which would have meant extra overhead and complexity. Dell Data Protection Suite has positively impacted our organization by strengthening resilience, simplifying operations, and reducing downtime. Fast recovery is a key positive outcome, as RecoveryPoint for VMs allows us to restore critical workloads to a clean point in time with snapshots within minutes, minimizing downtime during incidents. The accuracy and reliability of the output from Dell Data Protection Suite's AI are generally high, especially concerning anomaly detection and compliance reporting.

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SunilPanigrahi

Senior Manager at a logistics company with 10,001+ employees

Unified backups have protected virtual machines and applications and optimize storage efficiency

Regarding automated disaster recovery, we have not used Veritas NetBackup automated disaster recovery because according to the RFP terms and conditions, we are not supposed to have automated failover or failback, as we are a government entity and cannot violate the rules of the RFP. My feedback about granular recovery in Veritas NetBackup is that we have been doing verifications of the backed-up data to restore from point to point and time to time, focusing on file level or database level. When it comes to integration with cloud services, we have not started because we are a government entity and are not allowed to store any data in the cloud at this time. From security concerns regarding what I would improve about Veritas NetBackup, I think you need to look into this because we found only one encryption option available, which is not that very strong. When I initiate a backup from my laptop or server to the appliance or the tape media using Veritas NetBackup, the encryption channels are not strong, and there are not many options available. Whatever is there is by default and not changeable. We cannot modify any encryption facilities, and security is a big concern nowadays, so you need to look into that. Regarding the functionality part of Veritas NetBackup, I think this encryption feature should be stronger and integrated from point to point, not just at specific levels. When I initiate a backup, all the communication channels involved should be encrypted until it reaches the endpoint, meaning from client to server, server to client, and client device.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

16%

Outsourcing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Security Firm

Financial Services Firm

13%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	7
Large Enterprise	5

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	66

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell Data Protection Suite?

The pricing and licensing of Dell Data Protection Suite depend on factors such as the number of protected server virtual machines, storage capacity, workload types, and required features. From a se...

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What needs improvement with Dell Data Protection Suite?

Dell Data Protection Suite can be improved in several areas. The user interface could be more intuitive, especially for new administrators. Reporting and dashboard customization could provide more ...

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What is your primary use case for Dell Data Protection Suite?

My main use case for Dell Data Protection Suite is protecting VMware virtual machines, Windows and Linux servers, and critical applications. I configured backup policies, monitored scheduled backup...

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What is the best next generation backup tool?

Assuming you have an onprem ecosystem which runs the VMware, physical systems on Win, Linux and Unix and run both traditional DB's and nosql DB's like mongo, then Netbackup (NBU) will be the right ...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Veritas NetBackup?

I would rate pricing for Veritas NetBackup around six, as it is neither high nor low.

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Overview

Dell Data Protection Suite is a comprehensive data backup and recovery solution known for its robust encryption, seamless system integration, and support for various storage options.

Chosen by many for its proficiency in safeguarding data and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, Dell Data Protection Suite efficiently manages essential information to ensure minimal downtime. It is celebrated for its reliable backup and recovery features, easy deployment, scalability, and efficient performance under different workloads. The centralized management console is intuitive, making it effective for multiple data protection tasks. However, some users suggest improvements in performance speed, error handling, installation simplicity, and compatibility with newer operating systems. Enhanced technical support, better scalability, cost-effectiveness, simplified complexity, broader platform compatibility, and comprehensive documentation are also areas noted for improvement.

What are the most valuable features?

Robust Encryption: Ensures data security through advanced encryption methods.
Seamless Integration: Easily integrates with existing systems for smooth operation.
Reliable Backup and Recovery: Provides dependable data backup and recovery options.
Ease of Deployment: Simple to deploy across IT environments.
Comprehensive Data Protection: Offers extensive data protection capabilities.
Scalability: Performs efficiently under different workloads.
Centralized Management Console: Intuitive interface for managing protection tasks.

What benefits and ROI should users expect?

Data Security: High-level encryption and data protection.
Minimal Downtime: Efficient management leads to reduced downtime.
Compliance: Helps in meeting data protection regulations.
Ease of Use: Intuitive management tools simplify data protection tasks.
Cost Efficiency: Reliable performance results in better resource management.
Scalable Solutions: Adaptable to evolving IT needs.

In specific industries like finance and healthcare, Dell Data Protection Suite is implemented to ensure stringent data security and regulatory compliance. Manufacturing and retail sectors leverage its scalability and reliability for comprehensive data management and recovery. Its advanced encryption and seamless integration make it a favored choice across various sectors needing robust data protection.

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Veritas NetBackup provides comprehensive data protection with features like deduplication and replication, supporting multiple platforms. It's valued for its stability and ease of use, offering reliable integration with cloud and virtual environments.

With a strong focus on ensuring data integrity and protection, Veritas NetBackup is often chosen for its ability to handle complex architectures and wide-ranging system compatibility. Known for its efficient recovery capabilities and security features, the platform seamlessly integrates with several databases and operating systems. While the interface and technical support may require updates, its robust functionality makes it a preferred choice for critical data operations. Users often seek improvements like better cloud integration and enhanced reporting tools to streamline experience.

What are the key features of Veritas NetBackup?

Deduplication: Reduces storage needs and boosts efficiency by eliminating duplicate data.
Replication: Ensures data availability across different environments by replicating data.
Platform Compatibility: Operates smoothly across numerous operating systems and databases.
Cloud Support: Integrates with cloud services, enhancing flexibility in hybrid environments.
Security Features: Offers robust data protection and encryption mechanisms.

What benefits should users review?

Data Reliability: Consistently maintains data integrity and reliability.
Ease of Use: Simplifies complex data management tasks with a user-friendly approach.
Scalability: Adapts to growing data needs without sacrificing performance.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines backup and recovery processes, saving time and resources.

Veritas NetBackup is widely implemented across sectors where data protection is crucial, such as finance, healthcare, and technology. Organizations utilize it for backing up servers and virtual machines and ensuring disaster recovery, both on-premise and in cloud settings. It supports archiving and replication processes, efficiently managing full and incremental backups to meet compliance directives and maintain robust operations globally.

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