BorgBase vs Linode Backup Service
A detailed comparison to help you choose between BorgBase and Linode Backup Service.
BorgBase Managed backup repositories for BorgBackup and Restic | Linode Backup Service Automatic backups for Linode VPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 3.6 (304 reviews) | 4.8 (93 reviews)✓ |
| Pricing model | freemium | paid |
| Starting price | Free tier available✓ | From €2/mo |
| Best for | Sysadmins using BorgBackup or Restic who want managed repositories with missed-backup alerting | Linode VPS users who want automatic backups without configuring their own backup solution |
| Tags | ||
| Tags | free tiereu datacenterus datacenter | backups includedeu datacenterus datacenterapac datacenter |
| Visit BorgBase → | Visit Linode Backup Service → | |
BorgBase
Pros
- + Purpose-built for BorgBackup and Restic
- + Append-only repos prevent ransomware deletion
- + EU and US storage options
Cons
- - BorgBackup/Restic knowledge required
- - Limited to these two tools
Linode Backup Service
Pros
- + Automatic backup scheduling
- + Simple one-click restore
- + Integrated with Linode dashboard
Cons
- - Additional cost on top of Linode VPS price
- - Limited to Linode infrastructure
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