Best backup software
Apps that back up your files and computers, locally or to the cloud, so you can restore them later.
4 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.
All backup software
- Alternatives to Vorta
Free, open-source desktop app that puts a graphical interface on BorgBackup for macOS and Linux.
Open sourcemacOS, Linux - Alternatives to Pika Backup
Simple GNOME backup app for Linux that uses BorgBackup for encrypted, deduplicated backups.
Open sourceLinux - Alternatives to Veeam
Backup and recovery software for virtual machines, servers, PCs, cloud workloads and Microsoft 365.
Free plan + paidSelf-hostableWindows, Linux, Web, Self-hosted - Alternatives to FreeFileSync
Free, open-source folder comparison and sync tool for backups and mirroring on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux
Our picks by need
Best for most people
VortaBest for a free option
Pika BackupBest for open source
FreeFileSyncBest for self-hosting
VeeamBest for Mac
VortaBest for Windows
VeeamBest for Linux
VortaCommon questions
What is the best backup software?
Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading backup software options right now are Vorta, Pika Backup, Veeam and FreeFileSync.
Is there free backup software?
Yes. Vorta (open source), Pika Backup (open source), Veeam (free plan + paid) and FreeFileSync (open source) have a free option, out of 4 free or freemium apps we track.
Which backup software is open source?
Vorta, Pika Backup and FreeFileSync.