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Burp vs Redo Rescue
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.
Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
Burp offers broad backup controls, file coverage, encryption choices, and monitoring in free open-source software. Its self-hosted design and stated lack of warranty require users to manage deployment and suitability themselves.
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Redo Rescue offers bootable system recovery with options for blank-drive restores and restoring data within a target drive layout. It does not support mobile backup, and use requires creating and booting recovery media.
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| Burp | Redo Rescue | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Burp | Redo Rescue |
| Website | burp.grke.org | redorescue.com |
| On backup software | #39 of 151 | #43 of 151 |
Burp: what it does well
- Free AGPLv3 software
- Linux, macOS, and Windows support
- Delta differencing and deduplication
- Scheduled, resumable backups
- SSL and client-side encryption
What to know first
- No warranty is stated
- Client encryption disables delta differencing
- Self-hosted server setup is required
Redo Rescue: what it does well
- Free and open source under GNU GPLv3.
- Can restore a system to a blank new drive.
- Version 3.0 supports UEFI Secure Boot and virtual machines.
- Can restore backups created with version 1.0.
- Password-protected remote access and a VNC server support assistance.
What to know first
- Mobile backup is not supported.
- Recovery requires boot media written to CD or USB.
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