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Arkiv vs Veeam Agent for Mac
Both stand on backup software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Choose Arkiv if you need its file and database backup support, storage options, or self-hosted open-source edition. The standalone agent is a narrower fit if you need a graphical interface or backup history; the SaaS plans are labeled “Coming soon.”
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Visit Veeam Agent for Mac The facts
| Arkiv | Veeam Agent for Mac | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Mac, Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | SaaS Pro: €20 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 9 |
| Maker | Not published | Veeam Agent for Mac |
| Website | arkiv.sh | veeam.com |
| On backup software | #19 of 151 | #23 of 151 |
Arkiv: what it does well
- Backs up files, directories, and databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
- Offers full and differential file backups.
- Lists SFTP, Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, Azure Blob Storage, OpenStack Swift, and WebDAV.
- Describes its software as free and open source.
- Archives can be restored using standard Unix tools.
What to know first
- Standalone self-hosted agent is limited to one server.
- The standalone agent has no graphical interface or backup history.
- Standalone configuration is edited manually.
- SaaS plans are labeled “Coming soon.”
Veeam Agent for Mac: what it does well
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