N-able Backup (formerly SolarWinds Backup) vs Rubrik

N-able Backup provides MSPs with centralized, policy‑driven backup and recovery for Windows, Linux, and virtual environments. The service stores encrypted data in N-able's multi‑region cloud, offering rapid restores and ransomware protection. The platform integrates with the N-able RMM suite, delivering single‑pane visibility, automated reporting, and flexible billing per client. It supports both on‑premises and cloud workloads, making it a comprehensive data protection solution for managed service providers.

Rubrik delivers a cloud‑native platform that automates backup, disaster recovery, and data archiving across on‑premises and public cloud environments. Its policy‑driven approach simplifies data protection while providing instant searchable recovery and compliance reporting. The solution integrates with major virtualization, database, and SaaS workloads, offering a single pane of glass for administrators and enabling rapid ransomware remediation. Rubrik’s architecture scales horizontally, supporting enterprise‑grade workloads without complex scripting or third‑party agents.

• Deep integration with N-able RMM for unified management
• Strong encryption and ransomware detection
• Multi‑region storage ensures high availability
• Fast, granular restores for both files and VMs

• Unified platform for on‑prem and cloud data protection
• Instant recovery reduces downtime
• Scales to petabyte workloads
• Strong ransomware detection and immutable snapshots

• Pricing requires contact with sales; no transparent public rates
• Primarily targeted at MSPs, less suited for individual small businesses
• Limited third‑party integrations outside the N-able ecosystem

• Enterprise pricing can be high for smaller firms
• Complex initial configuration for heterogeneous environments
• Limited self‑service portal compared to some SaaS backup vendors