I've only used the Red Gate SQL Backup - it's compression is very good and you can vary the level of compresison, but I haven't had the chanec to compare...

Sorry Michael - refer to this document published by Microsoft which clearly states that backup compression is Enterprise only

THat's why we're looking at RedGate SQL Backup as an alternative

Cameron

Of course SQL backup compression is great....but my understanding is that it is only available with SQL Enterprise edition - which costs a helluva lot more than Standard.

Why oh why...