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Apple Time MachineGet Backup Pro
Free

Included free with macOS.

 Paid

Costs $29.99, with a free trial available.

macOS macOS
  • Built into macOS with no extra software to install
  • Automatic hourly snapshots require no ongoing manual effort
  • Bootable disk clones alongside file backups
  • Encrypted archives restorable without the app
  • macOS only, no support for Windows or Linux
  • Needs a dedicated external drive or network share for storage
  • macOS only
  • Paid after the trial
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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