Cove Data Protection vs Datto Backup One platform. Every workload. Zero hardware headaches.
Cove protects servers, workstations, and Microsoft 365 direct-to-cloud. Simple per-device pricing with 24/7 support included. Your Datto backup alternative.
Direct-to-cloud, no appliances
Recovery you can prove
One price, every workload
See where cloud-native backup pulls ahead
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 Cove Data Protection
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Datto Siris
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| Backup architecture |
Direct-to-cloud, no hardware Backups go straight to our private cloud from each protected source. 30 worldwide data center locations. No appliances, no upgrade cycles, no local failure points. AES-256 encryption in transit and at rest. |
Appliances required at every site Siris stores backups locally on proprietary hardware before replicating to the cloud once daily. As data grows, so does the hardware footprint. |
| Workload coverage |
One platform, every OS Protect servers, workstations, and Microsoft 365 from one multitenant dashboard. Windows, Mac, and Linux supported — no separate products, no extra cost. |
Mac and M365 require separate products Siris covers Windows and Linux, but Mac protection and Microsoft 365 backup each require a separate Datto product purchase. |
| Data retention |
Unlimited retention, included Configurable archiving with unlimited retention by default. No extra charge. No storage add-ons. |
Retention flexibility is tied to your service plan Cloud retention settings are only customizable on the highest-tier plan, and storage is physically capped by the appliance. |
| Backup efficiency |
60x less data moved Architecture moves up to 60x less data than image-level backup, using up to 5x less storage for the same number of restore points. Incremental backups typically complete in minutes. |
Storage capacity is bounded by the physical appliance and grows with the hardware. New appliance must be shipped and installed when space runs out. |
| Disaster recovery |
Co-managed, hardware-free DR Cloud-based DRaaS with automated recovery testing and virtual standby images. You know recovery works before an incident, not during one. No hardware to ship or maintain. |
Cloud DRaaS available, but local failover needs hardware Siris supports cloud-based DRaaS with AI-powered recovery verification, but local failover requires a physical appliance at each site. |
| Pricing |
Simple per-device pricing with cloud storage included. No hardware costs, no storage overages, no archiving fees, no support fees. |
Hardware, service plans, and separate products add to total cost |
*As of 05/27/2026. Product specifications and other information set forth herein have either been made accessible by suppliers, manufacturers, publications, or gathered from publicly available sources as of the date of this document. Although measures are taken to ensure the accuracy of the information, N‑able makes no representations or warranties as to the completeness or accuracy of the information and shall incur no liability for any errors or omissions.
Why N‑able outpaces Kaseya
Comparing Cove to Datto, a Kaseya company, is one piece of a bigger picture. See how N‑able delivers more value across backup, security, and flexibility.
Security your insurer actually recognizes
MDR that responds, not just alerts
A $100K cyber warranty, backed in writing
An open ecosystem, not a locked door
Contracts that flex with your business
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We had a customer go through a real disaster, and Cove DRaaS kept them fully operational. They’ve been running on it for about 15 days; no loss of business.
Harry Lynford Service Desk Team Leader
Standby Image gives us confidence in the ability to help customers get back online as quickly as possible should they experience major server issues.
Isaiah Siewert Computer Technician, GuentherTech Inc.
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