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Bareos vs Plakar
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.
Choose Bareos if you need backup for computers and servers and want the option of an open-source Community edition with full source access. The paid Subscription plan starts at €480 a year and requires at least 10 units, which may not fit smaller requirements.
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Choose Plakar if you need computer backup across Linux, macOS, or Windows and value file restores, ransomware protection, or self-hosted deployment. The Free plan gives up to 500 GB without a time limit; look elsewhere if you need a larger free allowance or want Enterprise pricing without contacting sales.
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| Bareos | Plakar | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Subscription: €480 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 11 | 3 |
| Maker | Bareos | Plakar |
| Website | bareos.com | plakar.io |
| On backup software | #1 of 151 | #4 of 151 |
Bareos: what it does well
- Backs up both computers and servers.
- Supports mixed backup scopes and restore modes.
- Includes ransomware protection.
- Community edition provides complete source code and public repository access.
- Runs on Linux, macOS, Windows, and web; self-hosted use is supported.
What to know first
- Subscription starts at €480 a year.
- Subscription requires a minimum of 10 units.
Plakar: what it does well
- Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Supports mixed backup scope
- Restores files individually
- Includes ransomware protection
- Free plan allows up to 500 GB with no time limit
What to know first
- Free plan is capped at 500 GB of managed data
- Free plan requires infrastructure you own
- Enterprise pricing requires contacting sales
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