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Duplicati alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Duplicati: restores can be slow on large backups, and local database can need repair. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Duplicati, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Kopia currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Backblaze Computer Backup logoBackblaze Computer BackupPaidNoWindows, macOS, iOS +24 of 455.3
  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

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Duplicati

    Hands-off unlimited backup for a flat fee.

    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 ×0.363
    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 Duplicati 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)

The best Duplicati alternative for…

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

Kopia logo

Best Duplicati alternative for most people

Kopia

Faster open-source backup with a polished desktop app.

restic logo

Best Duplicati alternative for a free option

restic

Robust open-source command-line backup with strong deduplication.

rclone logo

Best Duplicati alternative for open source

rclone

Simple file sync to cloud storage when you do not need versioned backups.

Kopia logo

Best Duplicati alternative for self-hosting

Kopia

Faster open-source backup with a polished desktop app.

Arq Backup logo

Best Duplicati alternative for Mac

Arq Backup

Paid Mac and Windows app with a more refined experience.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Duplicati alternative for Windows

Backblaze Computer Backup

Hands-off unlimited backup for a flat fee.

Kopia logo

Best Duplicati alternative for Linux

Kopia

Faster open-source backup with a polished desktop app.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Duplicati alternative for iPhone and Android

Backblaze Computer Backup

Hands-off unlimited backup for a flat fee.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Duplicati alternative for working in the browser

Backblaze Computer Backup

Hands-off unlimited backup for a flat fee.

Duplicati alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Duplicati?

Kopia ranks first right now. Faster open-source backup with a polished desktop app. restic and Arq Backup follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Duplicati?

Yes. Kopia (open source), restic (open source) and rclone (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Duplicati?

Yes: Kopia, restic and rclone. Kopia, restic and rclone can also be self-hosted.

Which Duplicati alternatives work on Linux?

Kopia, restic and rclone run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Duplicati?

The complaints we hear most: restores can be slow on large backups; local database can need repair; web interface is functional rather than friendly.

How is this list ranked?

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