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Kopia alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Kopia: younger project than restic or Borg, and documentation is thin in places. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Kopia, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. restic currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

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

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Kopia

    Hands-off unlimited backup with no repository to manage.

    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 ×0.369
    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 Backblaze Computer Backup a good Kopia 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 Kopia alternative for…

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

restic logo

Best Kopia alternative for most people

restic

Longer-established open-source backup with a similar repository model.

Duplicati logo

Best Kopia alternative for a free option

Duplicati

Open-source backup with a web interface and many backends.

restic logo

Best Kopia alternative for open source

restic

Longer-established open-source backup with a similar repository model.

restic logo

Best Kopia alternative for self-hosting

restic

Longer-established open-source backup with a similar repository model.

Arq Backup logo

Best Kopia alternative for Mac

Arq Backup

Polished paid app for Mac and Windows.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Kopia alternative for Windows

Backblaze Computer Backup

Hands-off unlimited backup with no repository to manage.

restic logo

Best Kopia alternative for Linux

restic

Longer-established open-source backup with a similar repository model.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Kopia alternative for iPhone and Android

Backblaze Computer Backup

Hands-off unlimited backup with no repository to manage.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best Kopia alternative for working in the browser

Backblaze Computer Backup

Hands-off unlimited backup with no repository to manage.

Kopia alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Kopia?

restic ranks first right now. Longer-established open-source backup with a similar repository model. Duplicati and Arq Backup follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Kopia?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Kopia?

Yes: restic and Duplicati. restic and Duplicati can also be self-hosted.

Which Kopia alternatives work on Linux?

restic and Duplicati run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Kopia?

The complaints we hear most: younger project than restic or Borg; documentation is thin in places; no commercial support.

How is this list ranked?

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