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Compare Azure Files and Azure NetApp Files 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (70.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
64MB / second throughput per provisioned TB
Azure Files
Star Rating
(125)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Azure FilesAzure NetApp Files
Star Rating
(13)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (70.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
64MB / second throughput per provisioned TB
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Azure Files excels in ease of use with a score of 8.6, making it a preferred choice for teams looking for a straightforward setup and management experience. In contrast, Azure NetApp Files has a slightly lower ease of use rating at 8.3, which some users find less intuitive.
- Reviewers mention that Azure NetApp Files shines in data protection features, scoring 8.0 in intelligent data management, which is crucial for enterprises needing robust backup and recovery solutions. Azure Files, while competent, does not match this level of sophistication in data protection.
- G2 users highlight Azure Files' strong performance in file organization with a score of 8.9, allowing for efficient management of large datasets. Azure NetApp Files, while also effective, does not receive the same level of praise in this area, indicating a potential gap in user satisfaction.
- Users on G2 report that Azure NetApp Files offers superior cloud migration support, scoring 8.7, which is essential for businesses transitioning to cloud environments. Azure Files, while functional, does not provide the same level of support, leading to longer migration times for some users.
- Reviewers say that Azure Files has a better overall score in service support at 7.8, indicating a more responsive customer service experience. In contrast, Azure NetApp Files has not received the same level of positive feedback regarding support, which can be a critical factor for businesses needing timely assistance.
- Users say that Azure Files has a higher rating for cloud transparency at 8.7, which is important for organizations that prioritize visibility into their cloud operations. Azure NetApp Files, while effective, does not provide the same level of transparency, leading to concerns among some users about data management practices.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure Files
No pricing availableAzure NetApp Files
Premium
64MB / second throughput per provisioned TB
Choose the performance level that best fits your application requirements and adjust on-the-fly without having to move data.
Free Trial
Azure Files
No trial information availableAzure NetApp Files
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
105
8.3
6
Ease of Use
8.6
105
8.6
6
Ease of Setup
8.7
63
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.7
58
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.5
91
8.9
6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
53
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
103
7.7
5
Features by Category
Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Cloud Migration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
Cloud Support
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Automation
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure Files and Azure NetApp Files are categorized as Cloud File Storage
Unique Categories
Azure Files has no unique categories
Azure NetApp Files is categorized as Cloud Migration
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure Files
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Azure NetApp Files
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
33.0%
Computer Software
10.4%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.3%
Telecommunications
3.5%
Consulting
2.6%
Other
46.1%
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
Azure Files
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Amanda W.
Verified User in Environmental Services
I like that your able to create folders to organize files
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Chemicals
Unable to create Azure file shares from storage accounts that are only for blobs or from premium storage accounts. The fsutil reparsepoint utility command can also delete a recurrence point of analysis. It is a very new program that is still in beta,...
Azure NetApp Files
Most Helpful Favorable Review
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 in Banking
Requires more functions in Gui. CLI is bit confusing
Amanda W.
Verified User in Environmental Services
I like that your able to create folders to organize files
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.
Verified User in Chemicals
Unable to create Azure file shares from storage accounts that are only for blobs or from premium storage accounts. The fsutil reparsepoint utility command can also delete a recurrence point of analysis. It is a very new program that is still in beta,...
Verified User in Banking
Requires more functions in Gui. CLI is bit confusing
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Discussions
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