The Best MSP360 Backup Alternative
for Mac Users
MSP360 (formerly CloudBerry) is built for IT teams and bring-your-own-storage. Capsule Backup is built for Mac users who want Time Machine in the cloud — no admin work, storage included.
| Feature | Capsule Backup | MSP360 Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Native Time Machine integration | ||
| No software to install | ||
| Designed for individual Mac users | Enterprise/MSP-focused | |
| Full OS restore (Migration Assistant) | ||
| Unlimited devices per plan | Per-license model | |
| SMB3 encrypted transport | Varies by storage backend | |
| Storage included | ||
| IP whitelisting + VPN included | Add-on / depends on tier | |
| Self-service signup | Sales-led for most plans | |
| Starting price | $8/mo for 1 TB (storage included) | $2.99/mo licence + cloud storage |
Why Choose Capsule Backup Over MSP360?
Built for Mac Users, Not MSPs
MSP360 is a polished tool for managed service providers running multi-platform fleets. Its UI, billing, and storage model reflect that. Capsule Backup is purpose-built for individual Mac users and small Mac-only teams — no admin console, no per-license complexity, just Time Machine in the cloud.
Storage Included, No Cloud Account to Manage
MSP360 connects to a cloud bucket you provision yourself (S3, Wasabi, B2, Azure). You pay the licence plus storage plus egress. Capsule Backup includes the destination, the storage, and the bandwidth in a single $8–$65/month plan with no surprise bills.
Full System Restore, Not Just Files
MSP360's Mac client is file-focused. To restore an entire Mac, you reinstall macOS, reconfigure apps, then pull files back. Capsule Backup uses Time Machine, so Migration Assistant restores your whole system — apps, settings, accounts — in one operation.
MSP360 Is Powerful — But Aimed at IT, Not End Users
MSP360 (formerly CloudBerry) earned its place by giving IT teams a flexible, multi-platform backup tool that connects to virtually any cloud storage backend. For an MSP managing dozens of clients across Windows, Linux, and Mac, it is a sensible single-vendor choice.
But for Mac users — even those inside companies — that flexibility translates into setup work: provisioning storage buckets, configuring credentials, choosing retention rules, installing and updating the Mac client, and debugging across the cloud-storage account when something fails. None of this matters to a Mac user who just wants their machine backed up reliably.
Capsule Backup removes every layer: no install, no storage account, no admin console. You sign up at the website, mount one SMB volume in Finder, point Time Machine at it, and Apple's own backup system runs hourly snapshots from then on. When you need to restore, Migration Assistant pulls your full Mac back in a single operation. The only "config" is choosing a storage tier (1 TB / 5 TB / 10 TB) and a region (Germany / Finland / USA).
If you are an MSP supporting multi-platform fleets, MSP360 likely belongs in your stack. If you are a Mac user — or a small business standardising on Macs — Capsule Backup gives you the same outcome (reliable, encrypted off-site backup) with none of the operational overhead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MSP360 Backup the same as CloudBerry Backup?
Yes. MSP360 is the rebranded name for CloudBerry Lab's product line. The Mac backup client is the descendant of CloudBerry Backup for Mac, now sold under the MSP360 brand and aimed primarily at managed service providers and IT teams.
Can I use Capsule Backup if I am an IT-managed Mac team?
Yes. Capsule Backup's unlimited-devices model fits small Mac fleets well — pick a storage tier and add as many Macs as you need under one billing line. There is no per-seat licensing, no admin console to maintain, and Time Machine handles per-device backup history natively. For IP whitelisting and access logs (helpful for IT visibility), enable them via support@capsulebackup.com.
Does MSP360 do full system restore on Mac?
MSP360's Mac client focuses on file-level backups to a cloud storage backend you connect (S3, Wasabi, B2, Azure, etc.). Bare-metal or full system restore on Mac is not its primary use case. Capsule Backup uses Time Machine, so you can restore your whole macOS system — apps, settings, accounts — through Migration Assistant.
I already manage cloud storage accounts. Why pay Capsule Backup's bundled price?
If you already manage S3/B2 accounts and want raw control, MSP360 fits well. Capsule Backup is for users who want one bill, no storage-provider configuration, no egress fees, and a setup that survives macOS updates without IT involvement. For most Mac end-users — even inside companies — bundled is faster and cheaper once you account for time spent managing the stack.
Is Capsule Backup secure enough for business use?
Yes. SMB3 encryption in transit, Time Machine encryption at rest, IP whitelisting (beta), included WireGuard/OpenVPN, GDPR compliance with EU data regions (Germany or Finland), and DoD 5220.22-M data destruction on cancellation. Many small businesses standardise on Capsule Backup for their Mac users alongside any enterprise-wide tooling they already run.
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Capsule Backup is not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple Inc. or MSP360 (formerly CloudBerry). Time Machine, macOS, Finder, and Migration Assistant are trademarks of Apple Inc. MSP360 is a trademark of MSP360 LLC.
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