CrashPlan Alternatives

Every IT team protecting Microsoft 365 data faces the same evaluation. Native retention covers some scenarios, but it was never designed as backup. You need a dedicated platform. The question is which one.

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What sets CrashPlan apart

Archiving reduces what you spend on SharePoint, Exchange, and OneDrive storage. Bring-your-own storage lets you choose where your data lives. One console handles backup, archiving, and recovery.

Stop the storage bloat

Microsoft 365 storage grows roughly 20% per year, and overages cost up to $3,000 per TB. CrashPlan is the only backup platform that includes archiving to offload inactive data and reduce your primary storage costs. Customers report up to 65% reduction in SharePoint storage spend.

CrashPlan Reliable Backup End to end encryption@2x

Your data, your storage

Most backup vendors store your data in their infrastructure with no alternative. CrashPlan supports bring-your-own storage through Azure, AWS, Backblaze B2, Wasabi, and other S3-compatible options. Leverage existing cloud commitments and meet data residency requirements on your terms.

One console, one workflow

Backup, archiving, and recovery from a single platform with one policy engine. Administrators control frequency, retention, and archiving per workload type. End users recover backup and archived data through the same workflow. Fewer tools, less operational overhead.

CrashPlan vs. Veeam

Veeam Data Cloud for Microsoft 365 extends Veeam’s enterprise backup reputation to a fully managed SaaS model. It covers Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Entra ID. Veeam markets unlimited backup storage, though this is subject to a fair use policy where overage pricing is not predefined.

Where CrashPlan is different

CrashPlan offers archiving built into backup policies for data lifecycle and storage cost management. Veeam does not offer Microsoft 365 archiving or any form of primary storage reduction. Your data keeps growing, and so does the risk of Microsoft 365 storage overage charges.
CrashPlan supports flexible storage destinations including bring-your-own storage. Veeam stores all Microsoft 365 backup data in Veeam-managed Azure with no BYOS option and no way to leverage existing Microsoft enterprise agreements or preferential cloud pricing.
CrashPlan reduces total cost of ownership through archiving savings and affordable, customizable storage. Veeam’s unlimited storage offer is subject to fair use, and there is no option to bring your own.

Consider Veeam if

You are already invested in the Veeam ecosystem and prioritize ecosystem consolidation over storage cost management.

CrashPlan vs. Druva

Druva Data Resiliency Cloud brings cyber resilience to Microsoft 365 protection with air-gapped backups, AI-driven threat detection, and a $10M data resiliency guarantee (available at certain subscription tiers and subject to specific criteria). It covers Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Entra ID with eDiscovery and legal hold capabilities.

Where CrashPlan is different

CrashPlan offers archiving that reduces your primary Microsoft 365 storage costs. Druva optimizes backup storage through deduplication but does not reduce your pooled storage usage by offloading inactive data from SharePoint, OneDrive, or Exchange.
CrashPlan gives administrators granular control over backup frequency and retention through policy definitions for each workload type. Druva’s policy options vary depending on workload and tier.
CrashPlan recovers backup and archived data through a single backup platform with a single workflow. No switching between tools or tracking separate recovery paths.

Consider Druva if

You are already invested in the Veeam ecosystem and prioritize ecosystem consolidation over storage cost management.

CrashPlan vs. AvePoint

AvePoint Cloud Backup is a module within their Confidence Platform, a platform for data resilience, governance, and management of SaaS applications. It covers a broad range of Microsoft 365 workloads: Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Groups, Planner, Project Online, Entra ID, Power Platform, and Viva Engage.

Where CrashPlan is different

If you want to archive Microsoft 365 data, AvePoint requires a separate product (Opus) with its own license and admin console. CrashPlan offers archiving integrated into backup policy definitions, and file stubs keep content accessible right where users expect to find it.
CrashPlan supports flexible storage destinations including bring-your-own via Azure, AWS, or any S3-compatible storage like Backblaze B2 and Wasabi. AvePoint stores backup data in AvePoint-managed Azure with no BYOS option.
CrashPlan manages backup, archiving, and recovery from one console with a streamlined recovery workflow. End users can also access archived files via file stubs from within SharePoint. AvePoint splits backup recovery and archived data recovery across separate applications.

Consider AvePoint if

You want a broader Microsoft 365 governance and data lifecycle management platform that includes backup, or if your priority is the widest possible Microsoft 365 workload coverage rather than storage cost management.

CrashPlan vs. Commvault

Commvault Cloud Backup and Recovery for Microsoft 365 covers Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams, and supports GCC/GCC High (Government Community Cloud) environments for government compliance.

Where CrashPlan is different

CrashPlan offers automatic archiving for OneDrive, Exchange, and SharePoint. Commvault deprecated its Exchange Mailbox Archiver Agent in June 2023 with no Microsoft 365 replacement.
CrashPlan gives admins full control over backup frequency and retention through policy definitions for each workload type. Commvault limits backup frequency to two or three times per day with no administrator override.

Consider Commvault if

You already use Commvault for on-premises and cloud backup and prioritize platform consolidation over storage cost management, or you need GCC/GCC High support or Cleanroom recovery testing.

CrashPlan vs. Rubrik

Rubrik’s core platform is built around proprietary backup appliances, but Microsoft 365 protection is delivered as SaaS through Rubrik Security Cloud. It combines Microsoft 365 data protection with Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), identity recovery for Active Directory and Entra ID, and threat analytics that scan backup snapshots for indicators of compromise.

Where CrashPlan is different

CrashPlan offers archiving that reduces your primary Microsoft 365 storage costs. Rubrik provides tiered backup storage but does not offload inactive data from SharePoint, OneDrive, or Exchange.
CrashPlan supports flexible storage destinations including bring-your-own storage. Rubrik stores Microsoft 365 data exclusively in Rubrik-managed Azure with no BYOS option.
CrashPlan’s licensing does not include data extraction fees, archive retrieval fees, or API usage charges. Rubrik charges a data extraction fee at subscription end, which can be difficult to forecast during vendor evaluation.

Consider Rubrik if

You prioritize DSPM and threat analytics over storage cost management, or require other SaaS coverage like Azure DevOps, GitHub, Dynamics 365, Jira, and Salesforce.

Buying Guide

How to choose the right Microsoft 365 backup platform

Three questions separate these platforms faster than any feature matrix.

For IT teams that need Microsoft 365 backup, storage cost reduction, and control over where their data lives, CrashPlan is the right starting point.

Is your Microsoft 365 storage growing faster than your budget?

Collaboration data volume increases 20%+ each year on average. If you are being charged for Microsoft 365 pooled storage overages, or are at risk of going over your storage allowance, archiving belongs in the conversation. CrashPlan is the only backup platform here with built-in archiving to reduce your primary Microsoft 365 storage costs. Every other option protects your data but does nothing about what Microsoft charges you to store it.

Do you need control over where your backup data lives?

Regulatory requirements, existing cloud commitments, and preferential pricing all affect where your backup data should go. Most platforms on this page store it in vendor-managed infrastructure with no bring-your-own option. CrashPlan supports flexible storage destinations including bring-your-own via Azure, AWS, or any S3-compatible storage like Backblaze B2 and Wasabi, so you can leverage existing agreements and meet data residency requirements without starting over.

How many tools does your team manage for backup, recovery, and archiving?

Separate products for backup, archiving, search, and recovery mean separate consoles, separate policies, and separate training. CrashPlan handles backup, archiving, search, and recovery from a single platform with one policy engine. For IT teams managing multiple workloads with limited staff, fewer tools means less operational overhead.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does CrashPlan offer archiving for Microsoft 365?

Yes. CrashPlan offers archiving for Exchange, OneDrive, and SharePoint that integrates into backup policy definitions. It identifies inactive and oversized data and offloads it to lower-cost storage. File stubs keep content accessible in its original location. Customers report up to 65% reduction in SharePoint storage costs.

What storage options does CrashPlan support?

CrashPlan supports CrashPlan-managed Azure, CrashPlan data centers, or bring-your-own via Azure, AWS, or any S3-compatible storage like Backblaze B2 and Wasabi. Choose the storage option that aligns with your existing cloud commitments, enterprise agreements, or data residency requirements.

How does CrashPlan handle backup frequency?

Administrators have full control over backup schedules through policy definitions.

Can end users recover their own files?

Yes. CrashPlan supports self-service recovery so end users can restore their own files without submitting IT tickets. Both backup data and archived data are recovered through the same workflow, and archived files can also be accessed in-place through file stubbing.

Does CrashPlan include full content search?

Indexed, full-content search is available in CrashPlan to both admins and end users, with access limited by role-based access control (RBAC).

How does CrashPlan protect backup data from ransomware?

CrashPlan stores backup data in air-gapped, immutable storage that is isolated from production environments. Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. These protections apply whether you use CrashPlan-managed storage or bring your own.

Does CrashPlan support legal hold?

Yes. CrashPlan supports legal hold to preserve data for compliance and litigation purposes. Administrators can place holds on specific users or data sets to prevent deletion or modification during retention periods.

Does CrashPlan meet enterprise compliance requirements?

CrashPlan maintains SOC 2 Type II certification, supports HIPAA compliance, and is FedRAMP authorized. For a full overview of certifications, encryption standards, and data handling practices, see the security, privacy, and compliance page.

Can CrashPlan perform bulk restores for disaster recovery?

Yes. In addition to granular backup and restore capabilities, CrashPlan integrates with the Microsoft 365 Backup Storage API, which gives customers the ability to restore entire workloads at speeds of up to 2 TB per hour.

What workloads does CrashPlan protect?

CrashPlan protects Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive), Google Workspace, and endpoints (Mac, Windows, Linux) from a single console.

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