Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines vs Veeam Data Platform comparison

Dell Technologies and Veeam Software are both solutions in the Disaster Recovery (DR) Software category. Dell Technologies is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.3, while Veeam Software is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.7. Dell Technologies holds a 4.1% mindshare in DRS, compared to Veeam Software’s 15.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Dell Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of Veeam Software users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 26, 2025

Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines and Veeam Data Platform are competing solutions in data protection and disaster recovery for virtual environments. Veeam Data Platform seems to have the upper hand due to its extensive features and cross-platform capabilities, which justify its premium cost.

Features: Dell RecoverPoint excels in continuous data protection, replication for VMware environments, and point-in-time recovery. It provides real-time data protection and quick replication of workloads. Veeam Data Platform offers comprehensive backup, replication, and recovery across platforms like Hyper-V and AWS. It features instant VM recovery and advanced automation, along with the ability to restore entire VMs or specific items.

Room for Improvement: Dell RecoverPoint could enhance integration options beyond VMware and improve ease of use for broader environments. It might also benefit from simplifying configuration procedures for non-VMware platforms. Veeam Data Platform could improve its support for physical servers and libraries. Expanding built-in integration with cloud-based platforms and enhancing its interface for more intuitive navigation could be beneficial.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Veeam Data Platform is praised for a streamlined deployment process and comprehensive support resources, which facilitate faster setups. Dell RecoverPoint's VMware-centric focus necessitates additional configuration, making its deployment more intricate in diverse environments. Veeam’s user-friendly setup offers a clear deployment advantage.

Pricing and ROI: Dell RecoverPoint is cost-effective with flexible pricing for different enterprise scales, delivering strong ROI in VMware settings. Veeam Data Platform, while higher priced, provides significant ROI due to extensive features and support across environments, justifying its cost through broad applicability and flexibility.

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Categories and Ranking

Dell RecoverPoint for Virtu...

Ranking in Disaster Recovery (DR) Software

10th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Veeam Data Platform

Ranking in Disaster Recovery (DR) Software

2nd

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

430

Ranking in other categories

Backup and Recovery (1st), Cloud Backup (1st), Virtualization Management Tools (3rd), Cloud Monitoring Software (10th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Disaster Recovery (DR) Software category, the mindshare of Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines is 4.1%, down from 4.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Veeam Data Platform is 15.8%, down from 24.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Disaster Recovery (DR) Software Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Veeam Data Platform	15.8%
Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines	4.1%
Other	80.1%

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Featured Reviews

Sofien SMIDA

Head of Data Center at National Center of Informatics

Simplifies snapshot recovery and improves compatibility challenges

The biggest challenge we faced was attempting replication between two different kinds of storage systems, like IBM on one side and Dell EMC storage systems on the other, before opting for VPLEX. Initially, making the two storage systems replicate was not an easy task. There was a splitting in the fiber switches at first. Then, the RPAs, which manage replication, would move the IO blocks to the second system. In the end, the two systems were not the same, which made it difficult to synchronize them. However, we succeeded in replicating smoothly with Oracle databases and Windows machines. When we acquired the VPLEX Virtual solutions, it became much easier. It was a piece of cake to do the replication between two VPLEX systems since they communicate in the same language.

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JitendraSadaye

Associate Technical Specialist at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

Backup operations have become reliable and reporting now simplifies hybrid cloud protection

Veeam Data Platform has Veeam Enterprise Manager as well as Veeam ONE as valuable features, which allow us to generate various kinds of reports that are required for the customer. Instant VM Recovery is a good feature of the high-speed recovery features in Veeam Data Platform, and Continuous Data Protection (CDP) is also a good feature. Ransomware protection is a good feature added in Veeam Data Platform from version 12 onwards, and the ability to create immutable repositories is also a good feature in Veeam. The analytics part of Veeam Data Platform is a good solution because I have worked on various backup technologies such as EMC NetWorker and NetBackup. However, I have not used the analytical parts currently but will check it out. Streamlining processes as well as saving money are benefits that Veeam Data Platform provides for the end user, as it allows for application-aware backups and database backups without the need for various kinds of licenses that other backup software requires. Veeam offers socket-based licenses, instance-based licenses, and capacity-based licenses, which is a great feature.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The most valuable feature is the ability to change IP addresses when failing a server over."

"The speed and the footprint the solution uses regarding storage are great."

"The most valuable feature is that it is journal-based and you don't have to replicate a lot of data."

"It is a very simple tool to use and offers flexibility in using the tool for recovery and transitioning from one state to another."

"The installation is straightforward if the version you have is compatible with your infrastructure."

"Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines offers key features like any point-in-time recovery without needing scheduled snapshots."

"One of the standout features of Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines is its real-time data protection capability."

"Continuous replication with lower RTO and RPO is the most innovative feature. Its tight integration with VMware for VMware VMs is also valuable."

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"The solution just works consistently. I never have issues with it."

"The solution is simple to use."

"WAN Accelerator helps tremendously with replicating our data because we have a large chunk of data that gets replicated between our two facilities."

"I like the tool's backup."

"The initial setup for a simple environment is very easy. We just do next, next, next, next for the installation. It can be complicated in a complicated environment. It can be simple for a simple environment. I enjoy installing it. It has a lot of features."

"I like the backup and backup copy features."

"This product is user-friendly. The interface is easy to use."

"I enjoy the ability to quickly search for VMs through the Veeam console."

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Cons

"The solution is not easy to use. It's actually quite hard. If it could be simplified it might be better for the end user."

"Maybe integration with Kubernetes for OpenShift would be helpful."

"The solution currently supports only VMware. There is increasing demand for compatibility with other hypervisors, such as Hyper V and KVM Proxmox. Additionally, licensing has become less flexible and more expensive."

"It would be good to have a critical application on the customer side."

"The solution currently supports only VMware."

"The biggest challenge we faced was attempting replication between two different kinds of storage systems, like IBM on one side and Dell EMC storage systems on the other, before opting for VPLEX."

"It can have better integration. It would be good if, in addition to VMware VM, it can also support other hypervisors. I also want to see support for Oracle databases. As of now, it supports only SQL and Exchange. It would be good to also support other databases."

"It should have features for recovering a group of virtual machines and full-scale security. For recovering all the VMs at once, they don't have a GUI option, and we have to use the command line."

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"There's a lot of room for improvement surrounding the backup process."

"The solution is rather weak when it comes to database integration."

"It would be beneficial if it could expand its coverage to support Frostbox and provide greater flexibility for service providers to recommend backup solutions based on customer preferences in prospective environments."

"In future releases, I would like to see the solution provide auto resolution and auto relocation of resources."

"The interface and cluster environments could be improved in the future as presently they are using agent interface instead of user interface. Also, the backup for the Oracle WAC environment can be improved."

"We had one problem once with the network."

"Veeam Data Platform should improve its air gap backup features."

"There is a lot of room for improvement, but the primary issue we have is that it's not built for the cloud."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool is expensive. If one means cheaply priced and ten means expensive, I rate the tool's price as a seven."

"It was a part of a backup solution. So, it was free for us."

"There is a license required for this solution and the pricing depends on how many virtual machines you have."

"Pricing-wise, it is pretty much fair for any customer who only has a VMware environment. Licensing is based on the number of VMs that you want to protect at any given point in time. Licensing is not based on size."

"This is an expensive product."

"This is not a very cheap solution and compared to others, it is expensive."

"Veeam is more reasonably priced than some competing products."

"Our licensing cost is $200 a year."

"The licensing is the worst part of Veeam Backup Replication because for the more complex situations and it's quite difficult and complex. In particular, when mixing different requirements the licensing model is complex. For example, mixing a virtual machine backup and a file server backup in the same installation can be somewhat difficult and is expensive."

"My understanding is that it is a fairly small price point."

"Our licensing fees are paid yearly and the cost is about $12,000 Swiss Francs ($17,400 USD)."

"I don't have an issue with the price of Veeam Backup Replication."

"The license is a bit expensive."

"I would suggest to others that they buy the full license when purchasing this solution."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

14%

Computer Software Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	6

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	217
Midsize Enterprise	99
Large Enterprise	139

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell EMC RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines?

Most of the time, we buy perpetual license solutions.

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What needs improvement with Dell EMC RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines?

Although we can change the IP address, it would be good to have some other sort of orchestration to make life easier to manage when we failover.

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What is your primary use case for Dell EMC RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines?

I was actually just having a quick look to compare some solutions, but we are going to stick with what we currently have, which is Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines ( /products/dell-recoverpoi...

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Major Differences Between These 4 Backup and Disaster Recovery Solutions?

Comparing the features of the four is not the right approach. You need to develop a list of requirements for backup and DR that are specific to your organization and then compare each of the four ...

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How do the backup solutions of Veeam and Veritas compare?

Technically, Veeam is best for hyper-v & VMWare replications, snapshots, HA failover, also support for file system backups inside VMs., support for tape library & FC too. But Veritas Netbac...

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How does Nakivo compare with Veeam Backup & Replication?

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Veeam Backup & Replication, Veeam ONE, Veeam Backup & Replication

Overview

Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines enables quick recovery of VMware virtual machines and allows you to efficiently test, manage and orchestrate operational backup and disaster recovery operations.

With tight integration with VMware, RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines is storage and application agnostic, with built-in automation accessible via VMware vSphere web client plug-in.

When cloud becomes a vital part of your disaster recovery strategy, RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines is also web-enabled, providing efficient replication to AWS and VMware Cloud on AWS.

RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines is available as part of Dell Data Protection Suite.

Dell Technologies

Veeam Data Platform is a leader in data resilience, providing businesses with reliable and secure backup, recovery, and advanced data insights. It is designed to combat today's cyber threats while ensuring data remains protected, adaptable, and recoverable.

Engineered to offer a seamless and powerful data resilience experience, Veeam Data Platform helps organizations with intelligent protection beyond just backup. It enables orchestrated and verifiable recovery processes, helping maintain continuous operations. By offering integrated solutions against evolving cyber threats, this platform assures businesses of data availability and precision restoration, empowering them to remain resilient under any circumstances. Its robust security features, coupled with efficient replication and deduplication benefits, deliver confidence in data management across hybrid and cloud deployments.

What features make Veeam Data Platform stand out?

Ease of Use: Simplifies data management across environments.
Reliable Backups: Ensures data integrity and safety at all times.
Instant Recovery: Supports rapid restoration for business continuity.
Seamless Integration: Works well with VM environments like VMware and Hyper-V.
Efficient Deduplication and Compression: Optimizes storage usage.
SureBackup and SureReplica: Provides disaster recovery assurance.
Robust Monitoring: Enhances visibility with flexible reporting.

What benefits and ROI come from using Veeam Data Platform?

Data Security: Comprehensive protection against cyber threats.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlined processes support business agility.
Adaptability: Versatile for hybrid deployments and complex infrastructures.
Cost Management: Optimizes resources and infrastructure costs.
Confidence in Recovery: Ensures precise and reliable data restoration.

Veeam Data Platform is primarily used for managing backup and replication across VMware and Hyper-V environments, supporting both cloud and on-premises infrastructures. In industries managing significant IT services, it assists in disaster recovery and virtual machine protection, enhancing business continuity. Its integration with applications like Microsoft Office 365 ensures reliable data protection and quick recovery, making it beneficial for those looking to streamline operations across diverse deployment scenarios.

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Sample Customers

Rushmore Electric Power Cooperative, PCS Publishing, Noble Foods

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