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Restic — Backup & Recovery (Open Source)

Restic is an open-source Backup & Recovery solution from Restic. Compare it against 6 other Backup & Recovery tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is Restic?

Restic is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under Backup & Recovery and published by Restic. Buyers typically evaluate Restic when they need a dependable Backup & Recovery option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

Restic alternatives

If Restic isn't the right fit, compare these Backup & Recovery alternatives side by side:

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Frequently asked questions

Is Restic free?
Yes. Restic is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best Restic alternatives?
Popular Backup & Recovery alternatives to Restic include AOMEI Backupper, Acronis Cyber Protect, Backblaze, Duplicati. See the full list of Backup & Recovery on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is Restic?
Restic is an open-source Backup & Recovery tool developed by Restic.

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