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Best Container Backup Software in 2026

Container backup software helps protect container environments and restore the information and resources they rely on. Compared on Kubernetes support, persistent volume and cluster resource backup, and app-consistent backup, these entries show different aspects of backup coverage. Deployment model and maximum retention add context for how a product is delivered and how long backups can be kept; free plans and paid-from pricing help with cost comparisons. Google Kubernetes Engine, Plakar, and KubeSphere Backup are among the entries to compare. Consider which recovery needs matter for your environment, then review the listed coverage and retention details.

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Research read 23 Sept 2026
How the order is worked out

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Plakar
by Plakar
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

Choose Plakar if you need computer backup across Linux, macOS, or Windows and value file restores, ransomware protection, or self-hosted deployment.

8.8 Free plan Visit site
2

Afi Kubernetes Backup

Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb

Afi Kubernetes Backup covers application data and cluster configuration, with search, cross-cluster recovery, and multiple deployment and storage options.

7.6 From $140/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
3

CloudCasa

Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb

CloudCasa combines Kubernetes backup with cross-environment recovery and self-hosted deployment options.

7.3 From $69/mo (annual) · 60-day trial Visit site
4

Bnkr

Free plan Self-hostedWeb

Bnkr combines file and database backups with restore, notifications, and migration. Its stated scope is valuable data inside Kubernetes, so it is not presented as a whole-cluster backup solution.

7.2 Free plan Visit site
5

Rancher

Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

Rancher combines multi-cluster operations with policy controls, diagnostics, and compliance scans. The free edition includes community support, while enterprise support is listed for Prime editions.

7.1 Free plan Visit site
6

KubeStash

Free plan APISelf-hosted

KubeStash offers a broad set of Kubernetes backup targets and recovery choices. Check product-specific plan terms and support coverage to see whether they fit your deployment.

7.0 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
7

Storware Backup & Recovery

Free plan APILinuxMac+3

Storware Backup & Recovery combines backup, recovery and automation for a broad set of workloads, with security controls listed for hybrid deployment.

7.0 Free plan · 60-day trial Visit site
8

Veeam Kasten for Kubernetes

Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

7.0 Free plan · 60-day trial Visit site
9

Velero

Free plan APILinuxMac+2

Velero provides Kubernetes-focused backup, restore, and migration capabilities with extensible storage plugins.

7.0 Open source Visit site
10

K8up

Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted

Choose K8up if your environment meets its Kubernetes requirements and you want a free operator for scheduled and on-demand backups, archival, and restores.

6.9 Open source Visit site
11

Vinchin Backup & Recovery
by Vinchin Backup & Recovery
Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWeb+1

6.9 Free plan · 60-day trial Visit site
12

KubeSphere Backup

Free plan Web

KubeSphere Backup offers cross-cluster protection with support for stateful workloads and a console-based workflow.

6.8 Free plan · paid from $65/mo Visit site
13

Stash

Free plan APISelf-hosted

6.7 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
14

Bacula Enterprise

Free trial AndroidAPILinux+4

Bacula Enterprise covers a broad range of workloads and includes administration, support and updates in subscriptions.

6.5 Pricing on request Visit site
15

Alibaba Cloud ACK Backup Center

Free plan Web

6.1 Free plan Visit site
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Cohesity Kubernetes Backup and Recovery

Free trial Self-hostedWeb

Consider Cohesity Kubernetes Backup and Recovery if you need policy-based Kubernetes backups with cross-cluster recovery and support for on-premises and public-cloud destinations.

6.1 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
17

Commvault Cloud Kubernetes Backup

Free trial Self-hostedWeb

Choose Commvault Cloud Kubernetes Backup if you need Kubernetes protection across hybrid or multicloud environments with application-level recovery options.

6.0 30-day trial Visit site
18

HYCU for Kubernetes

Free trial Self-hostedWeb

HYCU for Kubernetes offers policy-based protection and granular recovery, with cloning and validation options for Kubernetes workloads.

6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
19

AWS Backup for Amazon EKS

Paid APIWeb

AWS Backup for Amazon EKS offers several recovery scopes, copy options, and security controls for supported EKS data.

5.7 Visit site
20

Zerto

Free trial APISelf-hostedWeb

Zerto brings recovery, migration, and backup capabilities together for mixed infrastructure environments. Buyers need to request pricing, though the homepage offers a 14-day license or on-demand labs.

5.7 Pricing on request · 14-day trial Visit site
21

Retour

Paid Self-hostedWeb

Choose Retour if you need Kubernetes-focused backup and disaster recovery for manifests and persistent volumes, particularly with scheduled restore drills or cross-cluster migration.

5.2 Pricing on request Visit site
22

Azure Backup for AKS

Paid Web

Azure Backup for AKS provides several recovery controls, including immutable storage and cross-cluster restore. Review namespace selection and separate storage billing when estimating the service.

4.8 Visit site
23

Dell PowerProtect Data Manager

Paid LinuxWeb

4.6 Pricing on request · 90-day trial Visit site
24

NetApp Backup and Recovery

Paid Web

NetApp Backup and Recovery centers on persistent-volume backup controls and restoration options. Review the marketplace or BYOL route and confirm pricing before selecting a subscription.

4.6 30-day trial Visit site
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Backup for GKE

Paid Web

4.4 From $9/mo Visit site

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