Veeam Data Platform Reviews

We use the solution for daily, monthly, and yearly backups. We use it for data protection, backup, and replication.

It is a trustworthy tool for backups. We get daily reports. We know how many backups are running, how many have failed, and the reason for the disk and network failures. We can easily troubleshoot whenever the backup fails. Once, the database server crashed, and we had to rebuild the server. We were able to restore it from scratch. We recovered the data until six hours before the crash. We could restore every table, database, and transaction log properly.

We can take snapshots easily. The tool is fast and trustworthy. It is easy to report, manage, and troubleshoot. We can migrate the tool easily from one host to another host. We can create policies and set the retention period. We can easily change it anytime. We can easily expand the storage.

Granular-level backup is difficult. Restoring one email, file, folder, or database table is very hard. The vendor must work on visualization.

I have been using the solution for five years.

I rate the tool’s stability an eight out of ten.

I rate the tool’s scalability an eight out of ten.

The support is not as good as we expect. Sometimes, we need to keep calling support. The line is busy. The support team does not resolve the problems on time. We face some delays.

Neutral

We can easily install and uninstall the product. It is easy to deploy. I rate the ease of setup a nine out of ten. We need two days for deployment. It is easy to maintain the solution.

The product is not that expensive. I rate the pricing a seven out of ten. It is economical.

Dell IDPA is a fantastic tool. We also use Dell IDPA. Every backup tool has unique features. Dell IDPA has a high throughput ratio. Veeam is very easy to manage. Other solutions have cloud features, but Veeam does not provide many such features. Barracuda is famous nowadays.

I recommend the product to others. Almost every company uses Veeam. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

It is a useful solution for backing up and restoring computing environments, such as machines, physical servers, and workstations. It is an easy, stable, and reliable solution.

The most valuable features of the solution are its ease of deployment, its many interesting functions, and its good performance for both backup and restoration.

The price could be optimized, and I am still waiting for support for physical hardware. However, it is currently easy to back up and restore environments with this software.

So, there is room for improvement in the pricing model and support. 

I have been working with this solution for five years. We have provided this solution to over ten customers. 

We offer it to customers who need to back up and restore virtual machines and, for the past two years, physical servers and workstations.

It's stable and performs well.

I would rate the stability a ten out of ten. 

Scalability is good if you have the right licenses and storage. Adding equipment and defining backup processes is straightforward. We are around 10 to 15 customers using this solution.

 I would rate the scalability a ten out of ten.

The customer service and support are quite good. 

The initial setup is very easy. Setting up virtual machines is as simple as clicking next, next, finish. You then add the necessary equipment for backup and restore. Once the project is set up, it's stable and manageable through Veeam ONE. You can ensure your environment is in good shape and even debug if needed.

For the deployment process, identify assets for backup, define backup and restore policies, ensure storage aligns with the environment, and verify correct licensing for the equipment.

We require four admins for the deployment and maintenance of the solution. 

The licensing model is an annual subscription, not too expensive. There are some additional costs, but it's not very expensive and you can choose any environment.

I would rate the pricing a five out of ten, in the middle. 

Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten. 

I would advise determining the required disk space, defining backup policies clearly, and planning for the necessary equipment.

At the moment, I face difficulties when trying to deploy Veeam ONE because my active directory restricts some particular rights.

In general, the solution needs to have lesser limitations.

The technical support of the product needs to be faster.

I have been using Veeam ONE for five years. I am using the solution's latest version. My company is a customer of the solution.

Stability-wise, I rate the solution a six out of ten.

It is difficult to deploy Veeam ONE. I think Veeam ONE is a good product to supervise and monitor infrastructure and for backup purposes.

Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a two out of ten.

In my company, we have ten people who use the solution.

When I create a ticket, Veeam's technical support directs me to its L2 support. I rate the technical support a four out of ten.

Neutral

On a scale of one to ten, where one is being difficult, and ten is easy, I rate the setup phase an eight.

The solution is deployed on-premises.

In the upcoming month, we have plans to deploy it on Azure Cloud.

There was no particular process we opted for deployment.

Our company receives the product at a good price from one of Veeam's integrators, so we don't need to pay the price of the solution declared to the general public.

On a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I rate the price a five.

Veeam ONE is a good product for its supervising capacity, management capabilities, and monitoring purposes.

I rate the overall product a seven out of ten.

We use it to back up all of our virtual machines, including those on hardware and Hyper-V solutions, and some of our physical machines.

It allows us to perform instant recovery for SIM machines. This means that we can quickly install the configuration and check whether the machine is operational or not. This efficient process allows us to assess the status and decide to proceed or make necessary adjustments. Unlike traditional methods that may take up to two hours for restoration, our instant recovery feature enables us to recover in as little as five minutes, providing a prompt evaluation of the machine's functionality.

The standout feature for us is instant recovery. Additionally, we have the capability to replicate our repository in various clouds. It proves highly beneficial as we only need to configure a single repository and instruct it to replicate all backups that we have on-premises.

I would like to improve Cloud application, as well as disaster recovery since we must export our data from our buildings to another location. It would be beneficial to have enhanced solutions for database backup, particularly for Oracle databases in the context of SAP systems.

I have been working with it for two years now.

I would rate its stability eight out of ten.

Scaling up the system requires significant resources, necessitating the use of knowledge base tools dedicated to both storage and virtualization. I would rate it seven out of ten. We utilize it daily with a user base of a thousand individuals. Going forward, we have plans to expand its usage further.

The customer support is outstanding. Whenever I open a case, there is always a prompt and highly effective real-time response. I find it fair, quick, and competent. I would rate it ten out of ten.

Positive

We initially employed Active View, and transitioning to Veeam proved to be a beneficial decision. However, due to the company's shift to another provider, we were unable to continue using the product. The integration with Google Cloud was limiting, and as we required an on-premises solution, we had to explore alternatives.

Setting up the system was a straightforward process for us. We were able to do it independently without the need for a solution partner, making it a convenient and practical experience. I would rate it eight out of ten.

The installation is straightforward, but managing the system can be challenging, as it may require installing various tools on different machines. Consequently, a substantial infrastructure is necessary, involving approximately ten servers for the complete solution. The deployment process took approximately three weeks. Initially, we devised a plan, followed by the design phase. Once the design was finalized, we proceeded with the installation and implementation. The deployment was carried out in-house, with the involvement of two to three individuals.

I would rate it ten out of ten in terms of ROI.

It comes with a higher cost and it is an all-inclusive solution. I would rate it nine out of ten.

We evaluated three products, namely Cohesity and Rubrik, and after careful comparison, we opted for Veeam.

It necessitates careful consideration of factors such as the volume of data to be backed up, the number of servers in play, and the requirement for proxy servers. Overall, I would rate it eight out of ten.

We are using it as a data platform, with a specific focus on backup, recovery, and reporting requirements.

It offers a user-friendly approach and simplicity in operating, especially in comparison to other backup software options. A very notable feature is its ability to perform Instant VM Recovery, providing quick restoration of virtual machines. Its interface is designed to be intuitive and it also offers seamless integration with VMware storage, additionally enhancing its ease of use.

Enhancing the level of automation in IT processes would be beneficial.

I have been using it for four years.

It is a stable solution.

It offers good scalability capabilities. I would rate it eight out of ten.

Their technical support is good. After the request is raised through the portal, the technical support team will investigate the issue and provide assistance through either a call, email, or a Webex link for further help.

Positive

We had experience with EMC NetWorker, but we switched to Veeam Data Platform due to its cost-effective functionality and balancing capabilities.

The initial setup was seamless and fast. I would rate it nine out of ten.

The deployment process was done in one day.

It is an affordable solution.

It is a specific software in terms of its ease of implementation, as it provides a user-friendly interface and supports various forms of backup without the need for additional agents. It doesn't require any extra servers, licenses, or specialized configurations for applications such as SQL or Accelerator backups. I would rate it eight out of ten.

For most of our company's customers, we use it for the backup process or to create a copy of the backup outside in an off-site or cloud location. Only for a few of our company's customers do we use the replication part of the tool, or if they have a secondary site where they want to have a copy of the VM in production.

Veeam Backup & Replication is definitely very useful and simple to learn, and the restoring processes are very straightforward, making it a very solid product.

Veeam Backup & Replication can be installed on a platform like Windows only. Veeam has more components but is always installed on Windows VMs. For some of the roles like proxy, Veeam could deploy and develop a solution that does not need to use Windows VMs because of its cost in terms of licenses and scalability. The solution works only on Windows but should be able to work on platforms like Linux in the future.

The scalability of the product in large organizations is an area of concern where improvements are required.

I have been using Veeam Backup & Replication for twelve years. I use Veeam Backup & Replication V12. My company has a partnership with Veeam.

In my company, seven to eight people deliver deployment services related to Veeam Backup & Replication, along with support for some of our company's customers.

At times, our company needs to open a ticket with the technical team to troubleshoot some strange behavior or some difficulties in managing an upgrade in the product.

I rate the technical support an eight out of ten.

Positive

The product's initial setup phase was not difficult. There were no difficult steps to install the product. With Veeam Backup & Replication, there is a need to have a license for Windows Server license, but it need not be considered a huge requirement.

In our company, we need to have at least one VM from Windows, along with one backup repository, after which it is possible to start with the deployment of Veeam Backup & Replication on a single VM. Depending on the complexity of the environment my company deals with, my company will need to install more VMs with many roles, like proxy. The straightforward deployment process takes two hours for a single VM, but it takes more time when there is a need to create more VMs.

The solution is deployed on an on-premises model.

For a simple environment, the initial deployment, and not the configuration, takes not more than two hours.

I work in Italy as a system integrator, so I install the product for our company's customers.

The money put into Veeam Backup & Replication is the right investment.

I would say that the product is fairly priced.

My company chose Veeam Backup & Replication over other products since it is quite simple to deploy and manage. My company delivers backup as a service for some of our customers using Veeam Backup & Replication. My company has implemented a legal infrastructure in our data center, and we use it to remotely manage the backup recovery process for some of our customers.

I would tell those who plan to buy the solution that it is important to do a PoC to understand how simple it is to implement the product and use it on a daily basis for data protection.

I could split my rating for the evaluation of the product in a small environment and a huge environment. For small environments, I rate the tool a nine out of ten since it works as a very effective solution. For complex or huge environments, I rate the tool an eight out of ten since scalability is one of the areas of concern in the product, especially when users want more services from the product.

I rate the overall tool an eight and a half out of ten.

I used the product for migrating snapshots between clusters.

They could include better automation features for migrating VMs without further configuration for the product.

I used VM Backup and Replication for about a month.

I rate the product stability an eight. 

I rate the product scalability a seven. 

The setup was quite simple and took about four hours on-premises. I rate the process an eight. 

The solution is fairly priced. I rate the pricing a five out of ten. 

I rate Veeam Backup & Replication a six out of ten. It has similar features to other software but lacks distinct advantages.

We use the Veeam Data Platform to back up virtual machines and do site backup.

The solution's recovery process is very smooth.

The solution's price could be cheaper. It would be nice if the solution scanned for malware in the backups. A lot of Veeam's vendors are moving to Site Recovery, not just the traditional backup and restore. If that were an area they'd be moving into, then that would be very good.

I have been using Veeam Data Platform for over five years.

I rate the solution a nine out of ten for stability.

Veeam Data Platform is a scalable solution. Less than 200 users use the solution in our organization. It's direct on our virtual service, so our users don't have interaction with it.

I rate the solution an eight out of ten for scalability.

I've previously worked with different solutions like Veritas Backup and Barracuda Backup. Veeam Data Platform is by far the best solution at the moment.

The initial setup of the solution was straightforward.

We worked closely with a third-party consultant to deploy the solution. They knew the product inside out, which made it more efficient. The solution's installation was straightforward and took just a few hours.

Since our Veeam license is perpetual, we only pay for annual maintenance.

My experience with data recovery using the Veeam Data Platform has been very good, smooth, and efficient. The solution is very intuitive and easy to use. It's straightforward, and the layout is nice.

Veeam Data Platform gives us peace of mind and assurance that we have a product backing up our data and that we can retrieve it reliably. One of the biggest problems with other backups is that sometimes, retrieving the data is not as easy as it should be. So, we get peace of mind with the Veeam Data Platform. If in doubt, I recommend users do a trial with the Veeam Data Platform. Once they've tested and seen how easy and reliable it is, they can choose to use the solution.

We've not had to rely on the Veeam Data Platform for disaster. If we were to have a disaster, the solution would give us assurance. The solution is invaluable at the moment.

Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.