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BUSINESS BACKUP · MIGRATION GUIDE

Switching from Backblaze to Carbonite

Carbonite cannot import Backblaze backups. Check that your data fits Carbonite’s storage allowance, install it on each computer and run a fresh backup.

Quick verdict: Add up how much data your computers hold: Carbonite Core covers up to 25 computers but only 250 GB in total. If it fits, buy the plan (annual only), install Safe Backup Pro, let the first backup finish, test a restore, then cancel Backblaze.

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Switching Cost & Friction Estimator

Most buyers only budget for the new subscription. This estimates the hidden labor, data-cleanup, and retraining cost of actually making the switch.

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Estimate assumes: 1 hour of data-mapping/cleaning labor per 2,000 records, a blended $75/hr ops rate, tiered migration & cleaning tooling fees, and 4 hours of retraining per seat at a $45/hr fully-loaded rate.

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Total Hidden Switching Cost $0

    Why teams move from Backblaze to Carbonite

    One price for many computers

    Core covers up to 25 computers for $287.99 a year.

    Server backup

    Power and Ultimate add Windows servers.

    Phone support

    Weekday phone and email support.

    How the migration actually works

    Carbonite’s storage allowance is shared: Core includes 250 GB for all computers, and more costs $99 per 100 GB a year.

    StepWhat you do
    1Take stockList every computer, server and NAS you back up and how much data each holds, so you can pick the right plan and storage.
    2Choose a Carbonite planPick Core, or Power or Ultimate if you back up Windows servers, then add users and assign computers in the web dashboard.
    3Install Carbonite on each computerInstall Safe Backup Pro on each computer (and server, on Power or Ultimate); set a private key at setup if you want one (Windows only).
    4Run the first backupThe first backup of each computer uploads everything again and can take days on a slow connection; schedule it before you cancel the old plan.
    5Test a restoreRestore a few files and one full folder from the new service to confirm it works.
    6Keep the old service runningDo not cancel until the new service has completed a full first backup of every computer and you have tested a restore. Backblaze restores by browser download (zip files up to 500 GB per request), the Restore app, or a USB drive of up to 8 TB for $279, refunded if returned within 30 days.

    What this path doesn’t do for you:

    Backblaze’s year of version history does not move, and Carbonite keeps fewer versions (up to 12) and removes deleted files after 60 days.

    Pricing side by side

    PlanBackblazeCarbonite
    Pricing basisPer computer, unlimited dataFlat bundle for up to 25 computers
    Entry price$99/computer/year; $9 monthlyCore $287.99/year ($24/mo)
    StorageUnlimited250 GB (Core) to 500 GB
    ServersNot includedPower and Ultimate
    Free planNone (15-day trial)None (30-day trial)

    Standard prices checked on each vendor’s pricing page on September 19, 2026.

    Feature parity check

    CapabilityBackblazeCarbonite
    Import from the other serviceNoneNone
    StorageUnlimited250–500 GB shared
    Server backupNoPower and Ultimate
    Monthly billingYesNo
    Mobile appYesNo

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    Security & access: what changes when you switch

    Security, offline and access rules that differ between Backblaze and Carbonite. Rows where both tools are the same (3) are left out; the full side-by-side is on each tool’s page: Backblaze, Carbonite.

    What changesBackblaze (today)Carbonite (after)
    Other certificationsGovRAMP Progressing Snapshot, TX-RAMP Provisional, TPN Blue ShieldsourceNot published
    HIPAA (BAA)BAA availablesourceBAA availableCoresource
    GDPR data processing agreementDPA offeredsourceNot published
    Single sign-on (SAML/OIDC)YesEnterprise Control (add-on; OIDC, SAML not mentioned)sourceNot published
    Data residency choicesUS, EUsourceUS onlysource
    EncryptionAES-128 data keys secured by 2048-bit RSA key pair; HTTPS in transit; optional private encryption key (PEK)sourceAES-256 at rest; TLS 1.2 in transit; optional private key (Windows only)source
    Mobile appsiOS, AndroidsourceNonesource
    Device & session controlsYesEnterprise ControlSilent deployment via MSI, Jamf, Munki and MDM tools; Enterprise Control adds enhanced backup lockdown (prevents users changing/removing backups), restricted restore access and Legal Hold.sourceYesCoreAdmin-defined backup policies by group, role or device; admins add and remove computers and assign them to users.source
    Office & room hardwareBacks up Mac/Windows computers and attached external drives; NAS and network drives are excluded, and large restores can be shipped on a USB drive.sourceBacks up office NAS devices and external drives on all plans; Power/Ultimate add Windows servers (2008+) with cloud and onsite server backup targets.source
    Editorial assessment

    Before you cut over

    • You have single sign-on in Backblaze but we found none documented for Carbonite. Plan how people will sign in, and how you will remove leavers, before cut-over.

    Checked September 19, 2026 against each vendor’s own trust center, help docs and app pages. Hover or tap “source” to see the exact wording we relied on. “Not published” means we could not find the vendor saying it on its own site — it doesn’t mean the feature is missing. Plan names are the lowest plan the vendor says includes the feature. Security · Offline · Remote vs office · Download the data

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can Carbonite import my Backblaze backups?

    No. Install Carbonite and run a new first backup.

    Will Carbonite cost less?

    From three computers up, if your total data fits in 250 GB: Core is $287.99 a year for up to 25 computers.

    Can I pay monthly?

    No, Carbonite sells annual terms only.

    Will my version history move with me?

    No. Backup services do not import each other’s history. Keep the old account until you no longer need its older versions, or restore anything you must keep before cancelling.

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    Prices on this page were recorded from each vendor’s own pricing page on the date shown at the top of the page. Vendors change pricing often — check the live source before you buy.

    Every figure is also in our open dataset (JSON and CSV, CC BY 4.0), with its source page and verification date. See how we research pricing.

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