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Carbonite alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Carbonite: mac app has fewer features than Windows, and renewal prices well above first-year offers. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Carbonite, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Backblaze Computer Backup currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Backblaze Computer Backup logoBackblaze Computer BackupPaidNoWindows, macOS, iOS +24 of 466.5
2IDrive logoIDriveFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +33 of 362.6
3Acronis True Image logoAcronis True ImagePaidNoWindows, macOS, iOS +14 of 459.6
4Arq Backup logoArq BackupPaidNoWindows, macOS4 of 457.2
  1. Backblaze Computer Backup logo

    1. Backblaze Computer BackupTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants a no-thought, unlimited offsite backup of one computer

    PaidWindows, macOS, iOS, Android, Web

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Carbonite

    Cheaper unlimited backup that includes external drives by default.

    Pros

    • Unlimited data, including external drives
    • Runs automatically with minimal setup
    • Restore by download or shipped drive

    Cons

    • No Linux support
    • Default version history is only 30 days
    • Not a sync or sharing tool
    Visit Backblaze Computer Backup Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Backblaze Computer Backup a good Carbonite alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    $99 per computer/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Storage
    Unlimited
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Version retention
    Forever retention option
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly price
    $9/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. IDrive logo

    2. IDrive

    Best for: Households and small offices backing up many devices to one account

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Carbonite

    Back up many devices to one account for a similar price.

    Pros

    • Unlimited devices on one storage quota
    • Optional private encryption key
    • Physical drive shipping for big backups and restores

    Cons

    • Cluttered, dated interface
    • Renewal prices higher than first-year offers
    • Sync features are basic
    Visit IDrive Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is IDrive a good Carbonite alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free plan
    10 GB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026idrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Personal plan
    5 TB from $11.99/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026idrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team plan
    5 computers, 5 users, 5 TB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026idrive.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Acronis True Image logo

    3. Acronis True Image

    Best for: People who want full system images plus cloud backup and security together

    PaidWindows, macOS, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Carbonite

    Full-disk imaging plus cloud backup and security.

    Pros

    • Full disk imaging and cloning
    • Local and cloud backup in one app
    • Built-in anti-ransomware protection

    Cons

    • Heavy app with overlapping security features
    • Cloud storage allowance is limited on lower tiers
    • Subscription-only for most features
    Visit Acronis True Image Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Acronis True Image a good Carbonite alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026acronis.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cloud storage
    50 GB to 1 TB included by plan
    Checked Oct 25, 2026acronis.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Devices
    Up to 5 PCs/Macs plus unlimited mobile
    Checked Oct 25, 2026acronis.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Anti-malware
    Real-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026acronis.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Arq Backup logo

    4. Arq Backup

    Best for: Mac and Windows users who want encrypted backups to their own storage

    PaidWindows, macOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Carbonite

    Pick your own storage and keep full control of retention.

    Pros

    • Works with many cloud providers and local drives
    • End-to-end encrypted, deduplicated backups
    • One-time licence option

    Cons

    • You manage storage accounts and costs
    • No Linux version
    • Setup takes more thought than Backblaze
    Visit Arq Backup Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Arq Backup a good Carbonite alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Licence price
    $59.99 per computer
    Checked Oct 25, 2026arqbackup.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Arq Premium
    $69.99/year, 5 computers, 1 TB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026arqbackup.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026arqbackup.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Encryption
    End-to-end
    Checked Oct 25, 2026arqbackup.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Carbonite alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Carbonite alternative for most people

Backblaze Computer Backup

Cheaper unlimited backup that includes external drives by default.

IDrive logo

Best Carbonite alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

IDrive

Back up many devices to one account for a similar price.

Acronis True Image logo

Best Carbonite alternative for Mac

Acronis True Image

Full-disk imaging plus cloud backup and security.

Arq Backup logo

Best Carbonite alternative for Windows

Arq Backup

Pick your own storage and keep full control of retention.

IDrive logo

Best Carbonite alternative for Linux

IDrive

Back up many devices to one account for a similar price.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Carbonite alternative for iPhone and Android

Backblaze Computer Backup

Cheaper unlimited backup that includes external drives by default.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Carbonite alternative for working in the browser

Backblaze Computer Backup

Cheaper unlimited backup that includes external drives by default.

Carbonite alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Carbonite?

Backblaze Computer Backup ranks first right now. Cheaper unlimited backup that includes external drives by default. IDrive and Acronis True Image follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Carbonite?

Yes. IDrive (free plan + paid) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Carbonite?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Carbonite alternatives work on Linux?

IDrive runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Carbonite?

The complaints we hear most: mac app has fewer features than Windows; renewal prices well above first-year offers; no Linux support.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Carbonite, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.