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Best Server Backup Software 2026

Compare server backup tools by operating-system coverage, recovery verification, immutability, and deployment model for local and cloud environments.

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12 products4 category-specific criteria

Ranked shortlist

5 of 12 publish a price · 2 offer a free plan · 7 offer a free trial

  1. Why it ranks here: Organizations balancing local control with cloud copies can deploy Ahsay on premises or in the cloud and protect servers, VMs and NAS.

    Not a fit if: you cannot budget on Ahsay's per-device rate of $1 per 100 GB monthly, capped at $10 per device.

    Starting price
    $1 per 100 GB per device per month · as of October 2026
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Not documented
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers, Virtual machines, Databases, NAS
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Immutable backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Restore drills
    Deployment and hosting
    Multiple options
  2. Why it ranks here: IT teams requiring recovery verification for distributed endpoints and servers get Axcient's automated backup testing and recovery tools.

    Not a fit if: you must protect a system outside the listed endpoints, desktops, laptops, servers and Azure data scope.

    Starting price
    Not documented
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Axcient offers a free trial for its BDR platform.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers, Endpoints
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Immutable backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Automated recovery verification
    Deployment and hosting
    Multiple options
  3. Why it ranks here: Google Cloud estates spanning Compute Engine, VMware, databases and filesystems get vaulted immutable copies through Backup and DR.

    Not a fit if: you need to manage backups outside Google Cloud's centrally managed service environment.

    Starting price
    Not documented
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Not documented
    Server and endpoint coverage
    VMs, Databases
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Immutable backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Isolated recovery analysis
    Deployment and hosting
    Vendor-hosted
  4. Why it ranks here: IT teams comparing server coverage and management cost can start Comet Professional at $49 monthly with a hosted console license.

    Not a fit if: you cannot begin at Comet Professional's $49 monthly starting price for one hosted management console license.

    Starting price
    $49 per month · as of October 2026
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Comet offers a free trial.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers, VMs
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Immutable backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Not documented
    Deployment and hosting
    Multiple options
  5. Why it ranks here: Virtualization administrators centered on Hyper-V, Proxmox and VMware can choose Hornetsecurity VM Backup's focused VM coverage.

    Not a fit if: you need protection for a workload beyond the Hyper-V, Proxmox and VMware virtual machines in scope.

    Starting price
    Not documented
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Hornetsecurity offers a free VM Backup trial.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Virtual machines, VMs
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Immutable backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Recovery verification
    Deployment and hosting
    Not documented
  6. Why it ranks here: Windows and Linux server teams that also protect workstations and Microsoft 365 can use NAKIVO's immutable backup options.

    Not a fit if: you need server coverage beyond Windows and Linux physical servers and workstations listed by NAKIVO.

    Starting price
    Not documented
    Free plan
    Yes
    Free trial
    NAKIVO offers a free trial.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Air-gapped backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Recovery verification
    Deployment and hosting
    Not documented
  7. Why it ranks here: Windows, Linux and Mac administrators can protect servers and endpoints with BDRShield's immutable storage and MSP controls.

    Not a fit if: you require server or endpoint coverage beyond the listed Windows, Linux, Mac, NAS, AWS and Azure scope.

    Starting price
    EUR 1,120 per server per year · as of October 2026
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Not documented
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Virtual machines
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Not documented
    Recovery testing or verification
    Recovery verification
    Deployment and hosting
    Not documented
  8. Why it ranks here: Virtualization teams comparing a broader hybrid portfolio can use Commvault's listed coverage across cloud-native, hybrid and on-premises environments.

    Not a fit if: you need a named hypervisor outside Commvault's listed virtualization coverage.

    Starting price
    Not documented
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    BDRShield advertises a 30-day full-feature trial.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers, VMs, NAS
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Immutable backup copies
    Recovery testing or verification
    Recovery verification
    Deployment and hosting
    Multiple options
  9. Why it ranks here: Hybrid infrastructure teams can compare Commvault's cloud-native, cloud application, hybrid and on-premises data protection coverage.

    Not a fit if: you require a virtualization platform beyond Hyper-V, Nutanix AHV and VMware; Commvault lists those three.

    Starting price
    Not documented
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Commvault offers a free trial for its backup and recovery offering.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    VMs
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Not documented
    Recovery testing or verification
    Isolated recovery analysis
    Deployment and hosting
    Multiple options
  10. Why it ranks here: For server teams wanting a published machine fee, Duplicati Enterprise costs $3 per machine monthly with a 10-machine minimum.

    Not a fit if: you will not accept Duplicati's 10-machine minimum or annual contract at $3 per machine monthly.

    Starting price
    $3 per machine per month, annual billing · as of October 2026
    Free plan
    Yes
    Free trial
    Not documented
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers, NAS
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Not documented
    Recovery testing or verification
    Not documented
    Deployment and hosting
    Multiple options
  11. Why it ranks here: Server admins who also protect computers and SaaS can compare IDrive Business's $59.99 monthly price for 1.25 TB and unlimited users.

    Not a fit if: you require more than the 1.25 TB included with IDrive Business for $59.99 per month.

    Starting price
    $59.99 per month · as of October 2026
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Not documented
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers, Computers, NAS
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Not documented
    Recovery testing or verification
    Not documented
    Deployment and hosting
    Vendor-hosted
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    Redstor

    Why it ranks here: Windows Server teams that need an on-premises installation and cloud destination can compare BackupAssist ER's full-server recovery.

    Not a fit if: you need backup for a system other than Windows machines with BackupAssist ER.

    Starting price
    Not published
    Free plan
    Not documented
    Free trial
    Redstor offers free 30-day end-user trials through its marketplace trials program.
    Server and endpoint coverage
    Servers
    Immutable or isolated recovery copies
    Not documented
    Recovery testing or verification
    Not documented
    Deployment and hosting
    Cloud SaaS

Ahsay Backup leads this shortlist because its vendor lists Servers, Virtual machines, Databases, NAS for this buying situation. Read its product details alongside the other fact-checked options.

The list first groups vendors by stated fit for this job, then compares listed capabilities relevant to the page, followed by whether a starting price is published. Unknown facts remain not documented.

How we assessed this shortlist

The first five require at least six known category facts. The first tier contains products positioned for server, virtual-machine, or infrastructure backup; broader suites follow. Within each tier, documented server and endpoint coverage, immutable copies, recovery checks, and deployment options rank first, followed by published price transparency and vendor name.

Compare the deciding features

Category-specific workflows and plan requirements
Best Server Backup Software 2026: documented features
ProductServer and endpoint coverageImmutable or isolated recovery copiesRecovery testing or verificationDeployment and hosting
Ahsay BackupAhsay lists servers, virtual machines, NAS devices, databases, and mobile devices as backup workloads.[1]Ahsay lists immutable backup and restore drill features.[2]Ahsay lists a restore drill feature alongside immutable backup.[2]Ahsay documents cloud-based and on-premises backup options.[1]
Axcient x360RecoverRemote endpoints, desktops, laptops, servers, workstations, and Azure data.[3]Application-aware immutable backups.[3]Axcient documents automated backup testing and recovery with AirGap, AutoVerify, and Virtual Office.[3]Axcient lists appliance, vendor cloud, private cloud, and hybrid deployment choices.[3]
Google Cloud Backup and DR ServiceGoogle lists Compute Engine and VMware VMs, databases, and file systems.[4]Google says immutable, indelible backups are secured in a backup vault.[4]Google documents isolated recovery environments for analyzing restored backups.[5]Google Cloud describes Backup and DR as a centrally managed Google Cloud service.[4]
Comet BackupWindows, Linux, macOS workstations and servers; Hyper-V, Proxmox, and VMware.[6]Comet supports immutable cloud storage and object locking.[7]Not documented[6]Comet supports cloud-hosted, self-hosted, and hybrid storage deployments.[6]
Hornetsecurity VM BackupVirtual machines running on Hyper-V, Proxmox, and VMware.[8]VM Backup V9 uses immutable cloud storage.[8]The vendor documents sandbox restoring and backup verification scenarios.[8]Not documented[8]
NAKIVO Backup & ReplicationNAKIVO lists Windows and Linux physical servers and workstations as protected workloads.[9]NAKIVO lists immutable and air-gapped storage among its backup protection features.[9]NAKIVO lists pre-recovery backup malware scanning among its ransomware protection features.[9]Not documented[9]
Proxmox Backup ServerProxmox Backup Server lists virtual machines, containers, and physical hosts as protected systems.[10]Not documented[10]Proxmox documents scheduled backup verification to detect bit rot and check backup integrity.[11]Not documented[10]
BDRShieldWindows, Linux, Mac, NAS, servers, VMs, AWS, and Azure.[12]Ransomware-proof immutable storage.[12]BDRShield documents automated backup verification and recovery testing.[12]BDRShield lists cloud and on-premises management consoles with local and cloud storage.[12]
Commvault Cloud Backup and RecoveryCommvault lists these virtualisation platforms in its backup coverage.[13]Not documented[13]Commvault lists Cleanroom Recovery as a cyber recovery capability.[13]Commvault lists cloud-native, cloud application, hybrid, and on-premises protection options.[13]
Duplicati EnterpriseDuplicati describes backup of servers, NAS, desktop and laptop computers and centralized machine management.[14] [15]Not documented[15]Not documented[15]Duplicati supports local backup and backup to cloud storage, and offers cloud-to-on-premises backup destinations.[14] [14]
IDrive BusinessIDrive Business includes multiple computers and servers, Exchange, SQL, and NAS devices.[16]Not documented[17]Not documented[17]IDrive describes online cloud backup and cloud application backup services.[17]
RedstorRedstor describes Windows backup for desktops, laptops, and servers.[18]Not documented[19]Not documented[19]Redstor describes a cloud-first, web-based backup and recovery platform.[20]

Evidence and sources

  1. Onsite Systems Backup | Ahsay BackupRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:08:26Z

    It is suitable for both cloud based and on-premises backup of files, databases, servers, virtual machines, NAS devices, mobile devices, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace.

  2. Ahsay Backup | AhsayRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:08:19Z

    Immutable Backup Restore Drill Data Deduplication Microsoft Teams Application aware VM backup Online File Restorer Real Time Network Monitor Highlights Anywhere-to-anywhere backup Live VM Migration VM Run Direct Granular Restore Continuous Data Protection (CDP) Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) OpenDirect Bandwidth Control Data Integrity Check Multi-destinations backup Backup Android / iOS devices General Backup Filter

  3. x360Recover – AxcientRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:25:34Z

    Back up all remote endpoints, desktops, laptops, servers, workstations, and Azure data directly to the secure Axcient Cloud, your private cloud, or the public cloud without an appliance.

  4. Backup and DR Service | Google CloudRetrieved 2026-10-22T18:14:37Z

    Secure, centrally-managed backup and recovery service for Google Cloud workloads that protects backup data from malicious or accidental deletion. Protect Compute Engine VMs, VMware VMs, databases, and file systems all in one place. Gain peace of mind with immutable, indelible backups secured in a backup vault.

  5. Backup and DR Service | Google CloudRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:53:28Z

    Analyze restored backups in an isolated recovery environment (IRE)

  6. Data Backup Software for Cloud & Servers | Comet BackupRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:25:39Z

    Windows Linux macOS Hyper-V Proxmox VMware Microsoft 365 Workstations Servers Databases Synology

  7. Secure Backup: AES-256 & Immutable Storage | Comet BackupRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:26:24Z

    With support for immutable cloud storage and zero-knowledge privacy, you hold the keys and the control.

  8. VM Backup for Hyper-V & VMware | Hornetsecurity (Altaro)Retrieved 2026-10-22T19:25:34Z

    A powerful, reliable and easy-to-use backup and replication solution for Microsoft Hyper-V, PROXMOX and VMware virtual machines (VMs)

  9. #1 Backup and Recovery Solution | NAKIVORetrieved 2026-10-22T19:04:32Z

    Physical server: Windows | Linux Workstations: Windows | Linux SaaS: Microsoft 365 Cloud: Amazon EC2 NAS: NAS Backup Apps: SQL | Active Directory | Exchange | Oracle DB Replication Virtual: VMware | Proxmox | Hyper-V Cloud: Amazon EC2 MSP SOLUTION DISASTER RECOVERY VMware Disaster Recovery REAL-TIME REPLICATION IT MONITORING CYBERSECURITY Ransomware Protection Backup Malware Scan END USERS SMB | Enterprise | Education Remote Office Backup Hybrid Cloud Backup BOOK FREE DEMO Request a Demo Book an Installation Sessio

  10. Proxmox Backup Server - Open-Source Enterprise Backup SolutionRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:06:52Z

    Proxmox Backup Server is an enterprise backup solution, for backing up and restoring VMs, containers, and physical hosts.

  11. Features - Proxmox Backup ServerRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:06:52Z

    You can schedule regular backup verification to detect bit rot and confirm that backups are safe.

  12. Cloud-Managed Hybrid Backup & Cyber-Resilience | BDRShieldRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:25:38Z

    File & Folder Backup Windows | Linux | Mac | NAS Disk Image Backup Windows Agentless Cloud VM Backup AWS | Azure Application Backup MS Exchange | MS SharePoint SaaS Backup Microsoft 365 | Google Workspace Agentless VM Backup VMware | Hyper-V | Proxmox | KVM | oVirt Database Backup MS SQL Server | MySQL | PostgreSQL

  13. Backup & Recovery | CommvaultRetrieved 2026-10-22T18:45:55Z

    Cloud Native Cloud Applications Hybrid & On-Premises AWS Azure Google Cloud Kubernetes SaaS Apps Microsoft 365 Salesforce Hyper-v Nutanix AHV VMware.

  14. DuplicatiRetrieved 2026-10-22T18:45:55Z

    Back up local servers, NAS, desktop and laptop directly to AWS S3, Azure Blobstorage, Wasabi Hot Storage, or Backblaze B2.

  15. DuplicatiRetrieved 2026-10-22T18:45:55Z

    Get the flexibility and security of Duplicati’s Open Source backup, with the tools you need to deploy at scale.

  16. IDrive® pricing plansRetrieved 2026-10-22T18:45:55Z

    Choose IDrive Business $59.99 / month 1.25 TB Storage Unlimited users, Multiple computers and servers / Exchange / SQL / NAS devices.

  17. Cloud Backup and Storage solutions for home and business - IDrive® Online BackupRetrieved 2026-10-22T18:45:55Z

    Cloud Backup and Storage solutions for home and business. IDrive Business Backup computers and servers.

  18. Windows Server and Endpoint BackupRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:45:21Z

    Redstor protects your Windows desktops, laptops, and servers with automated cloud-first Windows backup, built-in malware detection, and instant recovery.

  19. Google Workspace BackupRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:45:21Z

    Google Workspace Backup

  20. Discover The Redstor PlatformRetrieved 2026-10-22T19:45:21Z

    Redstor provides a single, cloud-first platform for data backup and recovery across servers, SaaS applications, and cloud environments.

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