Backblaze Computer Backup vs SuperDuper!

Backblaze Computer Backup backs up computer files to cloud storage without storage limits or restrictions on file type or size. Native backup software is available for Mac and PC, and iOS and Android apps provide access to backed-up data. Files are encrypted before leaving the computer and remain encrypted in Backblaze data centers; users can choose an additional private encryption key. All accounts support two-factor verification through TOTP or SMS. Files can be restored through the web, mobile apps or a shipped hard drive, and individual backed-up files can be shared. The personal monthly option costs $9 per month for unlimited cloud backup for one computer. The yearly option is listed at $8.25 per month when paid annually, and the two-year option at $7.88 per month when paid bi-annually. A 15-day trial is available, but there is no free plan. Business features include multiple-user management and administrative controls, with deployment tools and SSO options for business and enterprise accounts.

SuperDuper! makes backup copies of Mac drives, folders and files, with mixed backup and restore modes. It can create bootable copies on supported configurations, although a copy can still be restored when it is not bootable. Copy jobs are described through plain-English sentences. Smart Update copies new or changed files and removes items no longer on the source, while scheduled copies can run with the app closed or when nobody is logged in. Destinations include SMB, AFP and NFS network shares, and the app can connect to a share when a copy begins. macOS Shortcuts can run before or after a copy, or when one fails. SuperDuper! 4 is a native app for macOS 14 or later on Apple silicon or Intel, not an iPhone or iPad app. Unregistered use has no time limit and supports Erase, then copy backups; registration enables Smart Update, scheduling and network destinations. The paid license is listed at $43.95 a month, billed not a subscription.