FalconStor CDP vs HPE Zerto Software comparison

FalconStor and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are both solutions in the Backup and Recovery category. FalconStor is ranked #91, while Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #2 with an average rating of 9.0. FalconStor holds a 0.4% mindshare in BRS, compared to Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 98% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 22, 2026

HPE Zerto Software and FalconStor CDP compete in data protection solutions. HPE Zerto Software stands out for its cost-effectiveness and strong customer support, while FalconStor CDP is preferred for its comprehensive features, making it a worthwhile investment.

Features: HPE Zerto Software provides seamless disaster recovery, continuous data protection, and simplified data management. FalconStor CDP offers comprehensive backup capabilities, real-time replication, and robust feature sets aimed at enhancing data protection and recovery operations.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: HPE Zerto Software allows for straightforward deployment with intuitive management tools for quick installation. FalconStor CDP, though requiring a more complex setup, is supported by extensive technical assistance that helps navigate deployment intricacies.

Pricing and ROI: HPE Zerto Software appeals with competitive pricing, providing a cost-effective data protection entry point with beneficial investment returns. FalconStor CDP, initially more costly, delivers significant ROI through flexible scaling and advanced feature depth, presenting a strategic option for long-term gain.

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Categories and Ranking

FalconStor CDP

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

91st

Average Rating

0.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

HPE Zerto Software

Ranking in Backup and Recovery

2nd

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

346

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Migration (1st), Cloud Backup (2nd), Disaster Recovery (DR) Software (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Backup and Recovery category, the mindshare of FalconStor CDP is 0.4%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Zerto Software is 2.0%, down from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Backup and Recovery Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
HPE Zerto Software	2.0%
FalconStor CDP	0.4%
Other	97.6%

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Dev Ops Engineer at a media company with 201-500 employees

Near-zero downtime has protected critical workloads and now simplifies hybrid cloud recovery

The best features of HPE Zerto Software are mainly very sophisticated and relevant to the current market. The data protection CDP part has real-time replication, unlike other solutions that have snapshot backups. We can set it up hourly, making it ideal for use with workloads. Another attraction is the near-zero RTO, with automated failover within minutes and one-click failover and failback. Currently, we are using a hybrid cloud solution, and HPE Zerto Software supports multi-cloud environments, making it easy to migrate between on-premises and cloud. Regarding the impact of HPE Zerto Software on our RTOs, we have near-zero RTO, meaning the system must be back online within thirty minutes if we measure the time. It is very quick to recover services. With HPE Zerto Software's near-synchronous replication, we have some CDP protection, so we typically write interceptions along with some asynchronous replication. There is almost real-time replication available.

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Architect at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

Nov 9, 2014

VMware SRM vs. Veeam vs. Zerto

Disaster recovery planning is something that seems challenging for all businesses. Virtualization in addition to its operational flexibility, and cost reduction benefits, has helped companies improve their DR posture. Virtualization has made it easier to move machines from production to…

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What advice do you have for others considering Oracle Data Guard?

Ik fluister:VM Host Oracle en DataGuard hebben we per toeval vervangen door Zerto :-) tijdens de Zerto implementatie en VPG werden de Host Data in write-ack Block-Level gerepliceerd. Qua licentie 1...

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What do you like most about Zerto?

Its ability to roll back if the VM or the server that you are recovering does not come up right is also valuable. You have the ability to roll back a few seconds or a few minutes. The rollback feat...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zerto?

From a pricing standpoint, HPE Zerto Software was reasonably priced initially compared to SRM, but now it is almost on par, if not better.

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Also Known As

FalconStor Continuous Data Protector

Zerto Virtual Replication

Overview

FalconStor Continuous Data Protector is a disk-based backup and recovery solution that is part of the FalconStor Data Mastery platform and provides comprehensive data protection functions such as mirroring, snapshots, journaling, remote replication, and automated disaster recovery (DR) from an application service perspective, freeing IT administrators to meet business protection demands in heterogeneous environments

FalconStor

Zerto is used for disaster recovery, business continuity, data migration, and ransomware recovery, providing continuous data protection and near real-time replication. Valued for ease of use, efficient failover processes, and versatile integration, it enhances organizational efficiency, reduces errors, and boosts productivity.

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