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Best Disk backup tools in 2026

Disk backup tools make copies of data or disks so you can recover files or a system later. This list is for people comparing backup software for Windows, macOS, Linux, web services, self-hosted setups, or an API.

  1. 1

    UrBackup

    by UrBackup
    Free plan Open source AndroidAPILinux+4

    UrBackup covers computer, mobile, and server backups, with file and image options and ransomware protection.

    8.6 Free plan · paid from €15.50 Visit site
  2. 2

    Clonezilla

    Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1

    Clonezilla provides imaging and cloning options for single machines and larger deployments, with broad file-system support.

    7.6 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    AOMEI Backupper

    by AOMEI Backupper
    Free plan Windows

    AOMEI Backupper offers a perpetually free PC backup plan and paid options for PCs, servers, and technicians.

    7.2 Free plan · paid from $39.95/yr Visit site
  4. 4

    Hasleo Backup Suite

    by Hasleo Backup Suite
    Free plan Windows

    Choose Hasleo Backup Suite if you need Windows computer or server backup, especially if its free plan's backup types and supported architectures fit your needs.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $29.95 Visit site
  5. 5

    Rescuezilla

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    Rescuezilla brings disk imaging, recovery and partition tools into a bootable live environment. Be prepared for its nonpersistent sessions and the extra step needed when restoring to a smaller disk.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    MiniTool ShadowMaker

    by MiniTool ShadowMaker
    Free plan Windows

    Choose MiniTool ShadowMaker for Windows backup and restore across files, systems, partitions, and disks, with ransomware protection and plans for computers or servers.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from $3/mo (annual) Visit site
  7. 7

    Uranium Backup

    by Uranium Backup
    Free plan iPhoneWebWindows

    Uranium Backup offers a free starting point for file and folder backups, with paid plans covering additional backup types and management features.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from €80 Visit site
  8. 8

    Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows

    by Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows
    Free plan APISelf-hostedWindows
    6.8 Free plan Visit site
  9. 9

    Paragon Backup & Recovery

    by Paragon Software
    Free plan Windows
    5.9 Visit site
  10. 10

    Macrium Reflect

    by Macrium Reflect
    Free trial Windows

    Macrium Reflect offers personal and business backup options, with resumable imaging and a Home trial that preserves trial backups for restoration.

    5.8 30-day trial Visit site
  11. 11

    Acronis Cyber Protect

    Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
    5.2 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
  12. 12

    O&O DiskImage

    by O&O DiskImage
    Paid Windows

    O&O DiskImage provides Windows backup for computers and servers, with mixed backup and restore modes plus ransomware protection.

    5.2 From $49.95 Visit site
  13. 13

    EaseUS Todo Backup Business

    by EaseUS
    Paid Windows
    4.7 Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the price model, free-plan limits, trial terms, supported platform, and licence. If reading or changing source code matters, check whether the tool is open source and review its licence before choosing.

Questions

Which disk backup tools have a free plan?

Clonezilla, Paragon Backup & Recovery, and Rescuezilla list free plans. Other tools may use freemium or paid pricing.

Is there a disk backup tool with a free trial?

Acronis Cyber Protect lists a 30-day trial. Check the trial terms and what happens when the trial ends.

What platforms do these tools support?

Platforms represented include Windows, macOS, Linux, web, self-hosted systems, and APIs. Check the platform details for the tool you want.

Which tool costs $79.95 one time?

EaseUS Todo Backup lists an EaseUS Todo Backup plan priced at $79.95 one time.

How can I check for open-source code?

Look for an open-source statement and read the software licence. Confirm that its permissions fit your need to inspect, change, or share code.

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