Kasten
Kasten — Kubernetes-native backup and disaster recovery platform with application-consistent snapshots.
Our Verdict
The mature pick for Kubernetes DR when downtime and data loss are existential risks.
Pros
- Application-consistent Kubernetes backups
- Veeam-backed enterprise support
- Strong RBAC and policy engine
- Broad storage backend compatibility
Cons
- Expensive licensing at scale
- Complex setup for beginners
- Overhead noticeable on small clusters
- UI feels enterprise-heavy
Best for: Enterprises running stateful Kubernetes workloads with strict RPO and RTO requirements
Not for: Small teams, stateless apps, or budget-conscious startups
When to Use Kasten
Good fit if you need
- Kubernetes-native backup with application-consistent snapshots
- Disaster recovery for stateful Kubernetes workloads
- Cross-cluster migration of Kubernetes apps and PVCs
- Policy-driven automated backups for K8s namespaces
- RBAC-governed data protection for multi-tenant Kubernetes
Lock-in Assessment
Medium 3/5
Lock-in Score 3/5
Pricing
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- Pricing Model
- freemium
- Free Tier
- Yes
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
1,000
1001K10K100K1M
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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