Publisher's Description
From TGRMN Software:
ViceVersa Pro delivers an easy way to backup, replicate and synchronize files and folders. ViceVersa Pro works with laptops, desktops and servers. The program can be used interactively or can be setup to run automatically. Some of the advanced features include side-by-side comparison of source and target folders, encryption and compression, CRC comparison and verification, unicode support, enhanced reporting, volume shadow copy support (this allows you to copy files even when open or in-use), file archiving, bandwidth throttling, CPU utilization control, e-mail reporting. For advanced scheduling, the VVEngine add-on is available. VVEngine is a scheduler designed for ViceVersa. You can control VVEngine with your browser from any machine on the network. VVEngine can be installed to run as a Windows service. ViceVersa Pro can be used to synchronize and backup files between a desktop and a laptop, home and office computers, multiple servers and removable devices (USB Keys, Flash Drives, CDRW discs).
What's new in this version: Version 2.5 is compatible with Windows 7, Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2008 R2 (32-bit and 64-bit).
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"An outstanding product, well designed and functional."
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5 Build 2502
Pros
Simple, easy to use, ergonomic. The help into the program (and on the website) is very clear and useful. Performs backups, file replication and bi-directional sync too.
Cons
No disadvantages
Summary
I have been using ViceVersa PRO for workstations sync for several years. Now I just started using it on servers with the new VVEngine add-on. It's wonderful : simple, easy to use and ergonomic. Not only is this product reasonably priced, it does things that no one else seems to want to do ... it's very flexible and customizable.
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"Great Back-up Program"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5 Build 2502
Pros
Reliable and able to tailor to your back-up needs. Back-ups and sync are not a headache with this program
Cons
None observed.
Summary
I've been using Vice Versa products for years and I have every confidence in it's reliability. I mean I've blown hard drives and main boards and thanks to this program I don't even sweat as I know I have everything important is safe.
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"Not pretty, but effective."
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5 Build 2502
Pros
Set it and forget it.
Cons
Doesn't automatically reconnect remembered network drives. Forces me to open an Explorer window, click on network drive and then continue with syncing.
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"I love it!"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
The new ViceVersa gadget for Windows 7 and Vista is just great! It's a new, separate add-on. I am using ViceVersa PRO on my server and both laptop and desktop. It has been working in the background non-stop.
Cons
None that I found so far.
Summary
Incredible value for money. The most flexible file sync software I tried, it comes with any options you can think off. And the Windows 7/Vista gadget puts the icing on the cake! Highly recommended.
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"I've been searching for a while"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
Tthe ease of use is probably what strikes me most. I've tried a few, and This one is by far the easiest to use that I have tried. Be sure to download the widget as it makes it much simpler to use. I copy NAS to NAS easily. Its interface is simple too
Cons
VV Engine should come as standard with the pro package, as it is a must if using Windows. The initial screen is pretty basic, and you need to look around to understand the options, but once sorted, its easy to get started.
Summary
May programs I have tried don't let you copy a network drive to a network drive (NAS to NAS) Most let you copy hard drives to NAS, but few have the ease of use that this program has. The options in copying are plentiful, with all avenues covered from what I can see. The 30 day trial is well long enough to decide whether you like it or not. I'd purchase the pro version over the lesser version as it is still good value.
To get the best out of the system, you should also purchase VVengine. I had the system up and running in no time, and have since stopped using my equally expensive previous sync software that came with my NAS, as it leaves that software for dead. -
"Good syncing program"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
Was very useful for syncing folders on hdd and flash drive.
Cons
A little difficult to use, need a good understanding of windows
Summary
It is good for simple syncing of folders and flash drives. Too complicated for other syncing jobs.
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"Excellent syncronisation product"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
Fast, flexible, very stable, good interface, doesnt seem to have a problem with massive syncs - 55000 files, 30GB acros a slow link. Best of the bunch I tried - see below for more on that.
Cons
none - this was easily the best sync system for the money and I tried a whole bunch of them.
Summary
- Works fine across WebDav (via WebDrive in my case), various sync & compare methods (time, date, CRC).
- Runs on Windows 2008 64 bit no problems.
- Informative logs, good error control so it doesnt need to be watched and can just be left to get on with the sync.
- Good scheduling functionality and a nice ability to create defined shortcuts that can be scheduled via Windows or using their own scheduler.
- I tried at least 10 sync programs - some were unstable or fell over due to the size of the sync, some just hanged mid-sync without saying much about the problem.
On par with GoodSync, which is also excellent, but rediculously expensive for the server version (like 10 times the price of the standard version for what looks like the same software). ViceVersa easily wins due to cost / flexibility. Goodsync has more connectivity options, but WebDrive handles that easily - which can talk to FTP, Amazon S3, WebDav etc. I liked it enough to write this review, which I dont do often. -
"BW throttling is great. Watch out for server/pc cost."
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
* Bandwidth throttling - got a low speed connection? This will help.
* Very smart rules for sync criteria.
* Easy to exclude files folders with a simple right-click
* Sync multiple sources and destinations
* file permissions sync works greatCons
* Server license is way more expensive than the workstation license...why doe s it need to be? Ridiculous.
* Does not seem to be multi-threaded
* Doesn't seem to handle file deltas (does file-for-file copies instead, even if differences are small)Summary
I would swear by this software if not for the ridiculous pricing for the server license. However, I've used it for more than 5 years in my various jobs for PC synchronizations, and it has always worked great.
I like the VVScheduler and VVEngine features, in addition to the bandwidth throttling over slow links. I really wish it had a multi-threaded feature similar to Richcopy, as this would greatly speed up the sync speeds. In addition, no real information shows that VV does anything more than a file-for-file copy rather than delta changes, which would make it even more efficient.
The program has remained pretty much unchanged in core features in the last 5 years (shows how great it was back in the day), but with the newer high-powered systems out there, having a file sync program that isn't multi-threaded nor handle delta changes seems like a great detriment.
There are a couple add-ons to the program that extend the functionality of ViceVersa, such as the VVScheduler and VVEngine.
Overall, a great program with some well-thought out features, but could really use some innovation in the synchronization mechanism. -
"Company lies about free updates for minor versions!"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
It performs backups and synchronizations.
Cons
Company lied/lies about free upgrades for minor versions of the program.
Summary
The company says that they give free minor-version upgrades. But, they really don't. I bought v2.0. Now that v2.5 is out, I can't get it without paying more money. There are a lot of other programs out that work well. My advice: stay away from this lying, unscrupulous company. See the forum on their website for proof of what I'm saying. This is not a personal attack. Just stating that I am dissatisfied with this software and why.
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"difficult for the non-techy type"
Version: ViceVersa Pro 2.5
Pros
It does the job, if you can set it up correctly
Cons
not easy to set-up the parameters
Summary
difficult for the non-techy type
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