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Bareos

by Bareos GmbH · Cologne, Germany

Open-source backup software for Linux, Windows and macOS with enterprise features

Backup & disaster recoveryFree planOpen source
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Starting price
Free plan
Free trial / plan
Free plan
Start without a card
Deployment
Desktop
Web
App Advisor rating
4.3
transparency & India fit

What is Bareos?

Bareos is backup & disaster recovery from Bareos GmbH, based in Cologne, Germany. Open-source backup software for Linux, Windows and macOS with enterprise features

Backup and disaster-recovery tools protect endpoints, servers, virtual machines, SaaS data (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace) and databases, with restore testing and ransomware-resistant storage.

A free plan is available, with paid plans for growing teams.

What works well

  • +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost

What to watch out for

  • −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
  • −Desktop-first, so remote access needs a cloud-hosting add-on

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Bareos features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Bareos adds. Verify depth in a demo.

  • Endpoint and server backup
  • SaaS backup for Microsoft 365 and Google
  • Image-based and file-level restore
  • Immutable and offsite copies
  • Scheduling and retention
  • Ransomware protection
  • Disaster-recovery orchestration
  • Compliance reporting
  • Works offline on desktop
  • Free plan to start without a card
  • Open-source code you can self-host

Bareos pricing

Entry price

Free plan

Free plan, paid tiers for more users and features

How Bareos charges. Plans scale with users or features. Annual billing is usually 15–25% cheaper than monthly, and GST is added on top of listed prices in India.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on bareos.com.

Specifications

Category
Backup & disaster recovery
Vendor
Bareos GmbH
Headquarters
Cologne, Germany
Founded
Not published
Pricing model
Freemium
Starting price
Free plan
Deployment
Desktop
Platforms
Windows
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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Bareos — frequently asked questions

What is Bareos?+

Bareos is backup & disaster recovery by Bareos GmbH. Open-source backup software for Linux, Windows and macOS with enterprise features

How much does Bareos cost?+

Bareos has a free plan. Check the vendor's pricing page for current plans.

Does Bareos offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Bareos offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Bareos made in India?+

No. Bareos is developed by Bareos GmbH in Cologne, Germany.

Who is Bareos best suited for?+

Bareos suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for backup & disaster recovery.

What are the best alternatives to Bareos?+

Popular alternatives in backup & disaster recovery include Vembu BDRSuite, BlogVault, Duplicati. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Bareos deployed?+

Bareos is available as desktop software, with web access.

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