Stellar Data Recovery vs. 2BrightSparks SyncBackPro – Comparison

In the data protection ecosystem, “data recovery software” and “backup and sync” address different tasks: the former returns lost files, while the latter reduces risks and speeds up rollback after failures.

Stellar Data Recovery focuses on “deep scan,” “raw recovery,” and recovery even from unbootable systems, whereas SyncBackPro builds a resilient policy of “cloud backup,” “incremental backup,” and “versioning.”

Overview

Stellar Data Recovery

• It is a versatile tool for “Windows data recovery” and partly for macOS that restores documents, photos, videos, and email from HDD/SSD, memory cards, and USB drives, including damaged or RAW partitions.

2BrightSparks SyncBackPro

• It is a professional solution for backup and synchronization with support for “S3 compatible storage,” “Google Drive,” “OneDrive,” “Dropbox,” SFTP/FTPS, and management via policies and schedules.

And if you want to learn about other useful programs for your PC and data security, check out the Backup & Partitioning section.

Key features

Stellar Data Recovery

• Deep scan and signature-based search increase the chance of successful “file recovery” on heavily damaged media.
• Bootable media (USB) enables “bare-metal recovery” from failed and unbootable systems.
• Support for “RAID recovery” and BitLocker (in higher editions) helps in corporate incidents.
• Preview during scanning, file type filters, and saving a disk image for safe recovery.

SyncBackPro

• Flexible “backup and sync” profiles: mirror, incremental backup, differential, versioning, and detailed schedules.
• Broad “cloud backup” stack: S3 compatible storage, Google Drive/Photos, OneDrive/SharePoint, Dropbox, WebDAV, and SFTP/FTPS.
• SyncBack Touch and centralized management simplify backing up Windows/macOS/Linux/Android workstations.
• Advanced notifications, logging, pre/post-scripts, and filters for precise control over RPO/RTO.

Pricing, edition limits, and license costs

Stellar Data Recovery

• Standard: access to basic “file recovery” from local and external media; minimal file type limitations but no advanced features.
• Professional: adds recovery from lost partitions and “bootable media” for emergency startup.
• Premium: includes “photo repair” and “video repair” on top of recovery capabilities.
• Technician/Toolkit: aimed at service engineers and companies, unlock “RAID recovery,” extended imaging workflows, and more file systems.

SyncBackPro

• Perpetual license around “$59.95” for the main version with the right to use the purchased edition indefinitely.
• Additional “Upgrade Assurance” (subscription) provides major updates and priority support, which is important for long-term TCO.

Security and compliance

SyncBackPro

• The software supports source/destination-side encryption and secure transfer channels (SFTP/FTPS), which simplifies compliance with internal policies and external standards.
• Versioning, integrity checks, and reporting facilitate auditing and recovery after “ransomware” by enabling a quick rollback to a “known-good” copy.

Stellar Data Recovery

• Focused on safe data extraction without overwriting the source media
• In higher editions it supports BitLocker and working with disk images for “forensic-friendly” processes.

System requirements

Stellar Data Recovery

• Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 (x64)
• RAM of at least 4 GB (8 GB recommended)
• About 250–300 MB of free space
• Administrator privileges required for low-level operations

SyncBackPro

• Windows 7–11 and Windows Server, x86/x64
• 1–2 GB of RAM
• Free space for cache and logging
• A stable internet connection is required for cloud operations

Conclusion

If the task is one-time recovery after an incident (deletion, failure, damaged partition), the choice is Stellar Data Recovery thanks to “deep scan,” “raw recovery,” and “bootable media,” which speeds up the return of critical files without complex preparation.

If the goal is loss prevention and fast rollback, SyncBackPro wins. “Incremental backup,” “versioning,” and “cloud backup” on S3/Google Drive/OneDrive/Dropbox make it possible to build a resilient recovery framework and minimize RPO/RTO.

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