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At a Glance
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Star Rating
(13)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (46.2% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files
Star Rating
(13)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (70.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
64MB / second throughput per provisioned TB
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Azure NetApp Files excels in "Data Replication" capabilities, allowing for seamless and efficient data transfer across different environments, while AWS DataSync is noted for its "Data Migration" features that simplify moving large datasets to and from AWS.
  • Reviewers mention that Azure NetApp Files offers superior "File Security" with advanced encryption options, which is a critical requirement for enterprise users, whereas AWS DataSync provides robust "Access and Security" features but lacks some of the granular control found in Azure's offerings.
  • G2 users highlight that Azure NetApp Files has a more intuitive "Management" interface, making it easier for teams to handle storage tasks, while users on G2 note that AWS DataSync's management tools can be less user-friendly, requiring more training and experience to navigate effectively.
  • Reviewers say that Azure NetApp Files provides excellent "Backup Support" with features like scheduled backups and on-demand restoration, which are essential for businesses needing reliable data recovery options, while AWS DataSync is praised for its "Cloud Migration Support" but lacks the same level of backup functionality.
  • Users say that Azure NetApp Files shines in "Real-Time Analytics," offering insights that help optimize storage usage, while AWS DataSync is recognized for its "Monitoring" capabilities, though it may not provide the same depth of analytics as Azure.
  • Reviewers mention that Azure NetApp Files has a more favorable "Quality of Support," with many users appreciating the responsiveness and expertise of the support team, compared to AWS DataSync, where some users have reported slower response times and less effective support for complex issues.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AWS DataSync
No pricing available
Azure NetApp Files
Premium
64MB / second throughput per provisioned TB
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Free Trial
AWS DataSync
No trial information available
Azure NetApp Files
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
8
8.3
6
Ease of Use
8.1
8
8.6
6
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.5
8
8.9
6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
9
7.7
5
Features by Category
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Functionality
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Management
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Security
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Agentic AI - Cloud Migration
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Management
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Solution Provision
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Functionality
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Cloud Support
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Automation
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Management
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Reporting
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Security
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files
AWS DataSync and Azure NetApp Files are categorized as Cloud Migration
Unique Categories
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync is categorized as File Migration and Data Replication
Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files is categorized as Cloud File Storage
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%
Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
70.0%
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%
Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files
Information Technology and Services
50.0%
Oil & Energy
10.0%
Media Production
10.0%
Food & Beverages
10.0%
Computer Software
10.0%
Other
10.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync
Most Helpful Favorable Review
DIVYANSH C.
DC
DIVYANSH C.
Verified User in Computer Software

The AWS Datasync is really easy to set up in your existing database infrastructure. It helped us in easily setting the event triggers and in making our workflow automated and the Cloudwatch logs help a lot in monitoring the workflow. Also, it's really...

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...

Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

The easy way to configure, some cloud solutions that tries to replace a physical Storage device are difficult to configure, but Azure Netapp Files is not difficult and also their support helps a lot at the moment of the configuration.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Banking

Requires more functions in Gui. CLI is bit confusing

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Discussions
AWS DataSync
AWS DataSync Discussions
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Azure NetApp Files
Azure NetApp Files Discussions
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