Veeam Backup for AWS Reviews

We use multiple cloud providers, including AWS, Microsoft, and GCP, based on our clients' requirements for hosting different platforms.

We find the scale-out repository and Cloud Connect features of Veeam Backup for AWS to be the most valuable and useful so far.

These features are valuable because they help us to comply with data regulations and store data in multiple locations, which is why I find the product very helpful.

Veeam Backup for AWS helps us to protect our data from accidental deletion and store data offsite in AWS, so in case a disaster happens in our data center, we can retrieve the data from AWS.

Veeam Backup for AWS's integration with AWS IAM for role-based access control is good because we can create policies that allow limited users to access only limited resources, helping us control security and compliance effectively.

Veeam Backup for AWS's automated backup scheduling is effective because we create automation for backup creation and receive notifications immediately if a backup fails.

Apart from notifications, we also have the benefit of easy configuration and the ability to set up one-click restore, allowing our data to be restored immediately.

Incremental snapshots have been effective in minimizing downtime for cloud infrastructure as we configure them during off-hours, avoiding any backup impact on server performance during production hours.

Veeam Backup for AWS is efficient in supporting hybrid IT environments because it helps us manage both on-premises and cloud data centers, making it very helpful and appreciated as the product continues to develop with enhanced features.

The areas of Veeam Backup for AWS that could be improved include adding more features that may not be currently included.

I would like to see features such as live replication that should allow immediate restoration with minimal time and minimal configuration.

The reliability and stability of Veeam Backup for AWS are commendable, as there are not many issues, and their support is very good, helping to identify and fix any problems that arise.

I rate the scalability of Veeam Backup for AWS as a ten.

My experience with Veeam's support for Veeam Backup for AWS is very good; they sometimes provide a KB number for us to address issues, but often they join calls to fix the problems directly.

I rate the technical support highly because they always help us and fix any issues we encounter.

Before using Veeam Backup for AWS, we primarily explored open-source technologies but found them lacking in features compared to Veeam Backup for AWS, which we find superior.

I participated in the initial setup and deployment of Veeam Backup for AWS; I started at the initial level but now am an expert, able to handle it myself.

During the initial setup experience, our dedicated account manager coordinated with Veeam technical personnel to help align and enable all features as per our requirements before going live.

We experience a good return on investment with Veeam Backup for AWS as we use it to back up more than one hundred servers, which has been very beneficial.

I am not entirely sure about Veeam Backup for AWS's pricing and licensing as we have a separate department for that, but the features provided are very good, offering great value for money.

I evaluated other options and found that Veeam Backup for AWS offers more features, compatibility with multiple hypervisors, and is user-friendly and easy to install, making it accessible for new IT executives.

Veeam Backup for AWS is a very good tool, and I consider it the number one tool in the market for backing up to AWS.

We face minimal challenges during deployment, but sometimes issues arise during upgrades; however, we usually find solutions quickly.

I rate Veeam Backup for AWS a ten overall.

Hybrid Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

My main use case for Veeam Backup for AWS is disaster recovery and backup. We have our AWS environment, and we do the backup using Veeam Backup for AWS for disaster recovery and backup.

The best features Veeam Backup for AWS offers in my experience are reliability and security. When I mention reliability and security, it is very easy to make backups and restoring, and everything that makes those features stand out for me. Veeam Backup for AWS has positively impacted my organization with noticeable changes in the process of backup and restore.

The backup and restore process has improved things for my team, as it is faster and more reliable than before.

I am not seeing any feature that I want right now for improvement in Veeam Backup for AWS.

I have been using Veeam Backup for AWS in my organization for one year.

In my experience, Veeam Backup for AWS is stable.

I did not have any problem with scalability, so I think Veeam Backup for AWS is great.

I have not yet had any experiences with the customer support team of Veeam Backup for AWS.

I used Azure as a different solution before Veeam Backup for AWS. We switched from Azure Backup to Veeam Backup for AWS because we moved to AWS and preferred the reliability and the ease of use.

I purchased Veeam Backup for AWS through the AWS Marketplace, and I am a partner of AWS, where we are going to start selling Veeam Backup for AWS from there.

We did not calculate the return on investment yet, so I do not have any numbers to share right now.

I think the pricing and everything related to Veeam Backup for AWS is okay.

My advice to others looking into using Veeam Backup for AWS is that if you are looking for an easy-to-use and deploy solution for backup, you have to use Veeam Backup for AWS. I would rate this product a 10 out of 10.

Hybrid Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

My main use case for Veeam Backup for AWS is the backup of EC2 on S3 bucket. I store many EC2 backups on the S3 bucket as a specific example of how I use Veeam Backup for AWS with my S3 bucket.

The best features Veeam Backup for AWS offers are speed and its ease of use. It is very easy to configure Veeam Backup for AWS and the speed to do backups is impressive compared to other solutions I have tried.

Veeam Backup for AWS has positively impacted my organization because we are able to do backups more quickly. The faster backup process has led to improved reliability for my team.

I have no idea how Veeam Backup for AWS can be improved. There is nothing else that comes to mind regarding needed improvements.

I have been using Veeam Backup for AWS for one year.

Veeam Backup for AWS is stable.

The scalability of Veeam Backup for AWS is good.

I never used customer support for Veeam Backup for AWS.

I did not previously use a different solution. I never used any solution before choosing Veeam Backup for AWS.

I purchased Veeam Backup for AWS through the AWS Marketplace.

My company does not have a business relationship with the vendor other than being a customer.

I don't have these metrics right now regarding return on investment.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing was that it is easy to use.

I did not evaluate other options before choosing Veeam Backup for AWS.

My advice for others looking into using Veeam Backup for AWS is to start with a demo. I gave this interview a rating of 9 out of 10.

Public Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

My primary use case for Veeam Backup for AWS is to provide backup solutions for virtual machines running Windows.

Veeam Backup for AWS has valuable features such as easy management and installation. It is straightforward to install, easy to support, and delivers quick responses to support cases. They provide fast solutions for cases like software updates that halted backup functions. It addresses backup needs effectively, although pricing remains a challenge.

There is room for improvement in Veeam Backup for AWS regarding its pricing. There are alternative solutions available at a lower price. The product would benefit from adding more security features and improving compatibility with other operating systems like IBM AIX. Moreover, offering different licensing models, such as packages or perpetual licenses, other than subscription, could be advantageous.

I have used Veeam Backup for AWS for one year.

I have a positive experience with Veeam Backup for AWS support. When I upgraded my version and faced backup issues, support was prompt to ask questions and provided updates to fix the problem quickly.

Positive

I have compared other solutions like Acronis and Nakivo. Acronis offers additional security features, whereas Nakivo is cheaper.

The initial setup of Veeam Backup for AWS is straightforward and easy to manage.

The pricing model is subscription-based. The high price is more noticeable with customers who have lower instance usage, making it a consideration against alternative pricing models.

Veeam Backup for AWS licensing costs are high. Its pricing is perceived to be a disadvantage when compared to other solutions.

I evaluated solutions such as Acronis and Nakivo. Acronis has more security features, and Nakivo is cheaper.

I would recommend Veeam Backup for AWS if it included more security features, compatibility with other operating systems like IBM AIX, and alternatives to the subscription licensing model. I would rate Veeam Backup for AWS overall a nine out of ten.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)