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AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
(13)
4.2 out of 5
AWS DataSync
By Amazon Web Services (AWS)
AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball
(29)
4.1 out of 5
AWS Import/Export Snowball
By Amazon Web Services (AWS)
At a Glance
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Star Rating
(13)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.2% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball
Star Rating
(29)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Reviews say that AWS Import/Export Snowball excels in handling large-scale data transfers, particularly for organizations with significant data volumes, while AWS DataSync is noted for its efficiency in ongoing data synchronization tasks.
  • Users report that AWS DataSync offers a more user-friendly setup process compared to AWS Import/Export Snowball, which can require more complex logistics and planning for physical data transfer.
  • Reviewers mention that AWS DataSync provides real-time monitoring capabilities, allowing users to track data transfer progress, whereas AWS Import/Export Snowball lacks this feature, making it harder to manage transfers in real-time.
  • G2 users highlight that AWS Import/Export Snowball is particularly beneficial for organizations with limited internet bandwidth, as it allows for physical data shipment, while AWS DataSync is better suited for environments with robust internet connectivity.
  • Users on G2 indicate that AWS DataSync supports a wider variety of data formats and sources, making it more versatile for diverse data migration needs compared to AWS Import/Export Snowball, which is more focused on bulk data transfer.
  • Reviewers mention that both products have strong security features, but AWS DataSync is praised for its built-in data encryption during transfer, while AWS Import/Export Snowball relies on physical security measures and encryption at rest.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AWS DataSync
No pricing available
AWS Import/Export Snowball
No pricing available
Free Trial
AWS DataSync
No trial information available
AWS Import/Export Snowball
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
8
8.7
21
Ease of Use
8.1
8
8.5
21
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
7.8
9
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.7
9
Quality of Support
8.5
8
8.5
21
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.7
9
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
9
7.8
21
Features by Category
ETL ToolsHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
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Cloud MigrationHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
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Security
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Agentic AI - Cloud Migration
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Data ReplicationHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
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Solution Provision
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BackupHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
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Reporting
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Security
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS DataSync and AWS Import/Export Snowball are categorized as Cloud Migration
Unique Categories
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync is categorized as File Migration and Data Replication
AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball is categorized as ETL Tools
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
46.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
46.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.7%
AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
26.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
42.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
30.8%
Reviewers' Industry
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Information Technology and Services
23.1%
Computer Software
23.1%
Sports
7.7%
Logistics and Supply Chain
7.7%
Hospital & Health Care
7.7%
Other
30.8%
AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball
Computer Software
23.1%
Financial Services
15.4%
Information Technology and Services
11.5%
Telecommunications
3.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.8%
Other
42.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Pedro B.
PB
Pedro B.
Verified User in Sports

It's a great tool for data centralization, works very well with mobile, and it's quite simple to use. Everybody in the company, from developers to UX/UI designers, finds it intuitive and never needed any assistance to have access to our files.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Abdelrahman M.
AM
Abdelrahman M.
Verified User in Higher Education

The number of options and setting options available only adds to the complexity of usage. It can take some time to understand how to use Amazon EC2. To begin using it, we had to retrain our team. Windows price is a little high, but it's preferable not to...

AWS Import/Export Snowball
AWS Import/Export Snowball
Most Helpful Favorable Review
AS
avinash s.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Earlier Moving terabytes and petabytes of data into the cloud can be challenge for many businesses but new feature of aws called AWS snowball made it so much easier , It's the fastest way to transfer Huge amount of data to cloud , it's transfer protocol is...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Financial Services
GF
Verified User in Financial Services

The system interface needs to be updated and user friendly

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