Dave Mitchell
Dell EMC PowerEdge R650 review: A slim and mighty server
Server & storage
Dell EMC PowerEdge R650 review: A slim and mighty server
Dell EMC takes server performance, expansion and processing density to new heights
27 Oct 2021
Retrospect Backup 18.1 review: Makes light work of backups
backup software
Retrospect Backup 18.1 review: Makes light work of backups
A strong solution with good management features for backing up physical servers and workstations - if not VMs
26 Oct 2021
Netgear WAX620 review: Remarkably good value
routers
Netgear WAX620 review: Remarkably good value
A high-performing AX3600 Wi-Fi 6 access point with classy cloud management services and a perfect price for SMBs
21 Oct 2021
Barracuda Backup 490 review: A complete data-protection solution in a box
Server & storage
Barracuda Backup 490 review: A complete data-protection solution in a box
This dedicated appliance is quick to deploy and easy to manage, with joined-up local and cloud backup services
20 Oct 2021
Veritas Backup Exec 21.3 review: Covers every angle
backup software
Veritas Backup Exec 21.3 review: Covers every angle
A dependable onsite backup platform with cloud support, extensive recovery features and SMB-friendly licensing
14 Oct 2021
Nakivo Backup & Replication 10.4 review: A superb option
backup
Nakivo Backup & Replication 10.4 review: A superb option
A versatile and affordable backup solution with unbeatable platform support and a great set of features
11 Oct 2021
Commvault Metallic review: All about that BaaS
backup
Commvault Metallic review: All about that BaaS
A slick backup solution with a big choice of protection modules and easily manageable costs
30 Sep 2021
Qnap TS-h3088XU-RP review: Super-dense SSDs at a great price
flash storage
Qnap TS-h3088XU-RP review: Super-dense SSDs at a great price
An affordable AFA with great 25GbE performance and more SSD bays than anyone else
27 Sep 2021
ISL Online review: Simplicity itself
remote access
ISL Online review: Simplicity itself
This hosted service offers tight access security and great mobile support – and it’s easy to manage too
24 Sep 2021
TP-Link TL-SG3210XHP-M2 review: Any port in a storm
network switches
TP-Link TL-SG3210XHP-M2 review: Any port in a storm
An affordable multi-Gig PoE+ switch with a big power budget and management features to match
23 Sep 2021
EnGenius ECW260 review: Braving the elements
routers
EnGenius ECW260 review: Braving the elements
A heavily armoured outdoor Wi-Fi 6 AP offering great performance and cloud management at a good price
22 Sep 2021
NetSupport Manager 12.8.6 review: Superb on-prem support
remote access
NetSupport Manager 12.8.6 review: Superb on-prem support
A classy on-premises support solution at a good price that includes secure access for remote workers
21 Sep 2021
Kodak S2085f review: A ferociously fast network scanner
peripherals
Kodak S2085f review: A ferociously fast network scanner
Those who need to scan on an industrial scale won’t be disappointed
20 Sep 2021
LogMeIn GoToAssist Remote Support 5 review: A great support package
business software
LogMeIn GoToAssist Remote Support 5 review: A great support package
Uncomplicated cloud-based remote support that’s easy to use, well featured and very affordable
17 Sep 2021
Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1600 review: Unparalleled cloud support
peripherals
Fujitsu ScanSnap iX1600 review: Unparalleled cloud support
Perfect for SMBs and homeworkers, combining fast desktop scanning with fantastic cloud support
16 Sep 2021
Canon imageFORMULA DR-M260 review: The ideal workhorse
peripherals
Canon imageFORMULA DR-M260 review: The ideal workhorse
This speedy scanner is ideal for scan-hungry SMBs, and comes with a high-quality software package
14 Sep 2021
ConnectWise Control 21.8 review: A sterling support solution
remote access
ConnectWise Control 21.8 review: A sterling support solution
A cloud-hosted support solution with a smart feature set and distinctive custom branding options
13 Sep 2021
Brother ADS-2700W review: A simple and speedy desktop scanner
peripherals
Brother ADS-2700W review: A simple and speedy desktop scanner
It has limited cloud support but this network scanner delivers great quality and speed at a good price
10 Sep 2021
Parallels Remote Application Server 18 review: An ideal hybrid working environment
virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
Parallels Remote Application Server 18 review: An ideal hybrid working environment
An affordable and secure VDI solution that’s easy to set up and perfectly poised for remote working
8 Sep 2021
DrayTek VigorSwitch P2100 review: A very appealing general-purpose switch
network switches
DrayTek VigorSwitch P2100 review: A very appealing general-purpose switch
A low-cost PoE switch with oodles of options for management and strong surveillance skills
6 Sep 2021
Qnap TS-h1283XU-RP review: Well-endowed NAS storage
network attached storage (NAS)
Qnap TS-h1283XU-RP review: Well-endowed NAS storage
A versatile storage appliance with Xeon E-2200 power and heaps of 10GbE ports
1 Sep 2021
Qsan XCubeNAS XN8012S review: SAS storage, super price
network attached storage (NAS)
Qsan XCubeNAS XN8012S review: SAS storage, super price
A hugely expandable rack NAS that’s just as big on value and performance
24 Aug 2021
Lexmark MC3326i review: A tempting proposition
Hardware
Lexmark MC3326i review: A tempting proposition
A capable MFP with good speeds, great quality and handy cloud features – just watch out for running costs
19 Aug 2021
Kyocera Ecosys M6235cidn review: Worth splashing out on
peripherals
Kyocera Ecosys M6235cidn review: Worth splashing out on
A formidable colour laser MFP with good output quality, low running costs and a real turn of speed
12 Aug 2021
Epson EcoTank ET-5880 review: Phenomenally low running costs
peripherals
Epson EcoTank ET-5880 review: Phenomenally low running costs
Print speeds are variable, but this business inkjet is well featured, easy to use and extremely cheap to run
5 Aug 2021
Asustor Lockerstor 8 AS6508T review: A speedy customer
network attached storage (NAS)
Asustor Lockerstor 8 AS6508T review: A speedy customer
A flexible NAS with great performance, a strong set of business-class apps and plenty of fast network ports
4 Aug 2021
Buffalo TeraStation TS3420DN review: A NAS you can trust
network attached storage (NAS)
Buffalo TeraStation TS3420DN review: A NAS you can trust
A functional NAS with great 2.5GbE performance and data protection features at a very reasonable price
4 Aug 2021
Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud review: Merciless against malware
endpoint security
Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud review: Merciless against malware
Easily managed and good value, Kaspersky is a great choice for small businesses
4 Aug 2021
Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Dream Machine review: A dream come true
routers
Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Dream Machine review: A dream come true
This remarkable appliance serves up true business-class network services at a great price
4 Aug 2021
Zyxel Unified Pro WAX650S review: A tempting Wi-Fi-6 upgrade
wifi & hotspots
Zyxel Unified Pro WAX650S review: A tempting Wi-Fi-6 upgrade
A great next-gen AP with excellent performance, classy cloud management and a fine set of features
4 Aug 2021
Canon imageFormula DR-S150 review: Just walk up and scan
peripherals
Canon imageFormula DR-S150 review: Just walk up and scan
A highly capable network scanner that’s versatile, appealingly compact and supremely easy to use
4 Aug 2021
Retrospect Backup 17 review: An IT institution
backup software
Retrospect Backup 17 review: An IT institution
This comprehensive backup solution covers all the bases, with effortless deployment and flexible licensing
4 Aug 2021
Netop Remote Control 12.77 review: A connection for every occasion
Software
Netop Remote Control 12.77 review: A connection for every occasion
This versatile support tool is backed up with extensive access security
4 Aug 2021
Broadberry CyberServe SP2 208-8I G3 review: Optane a-gogo
Server & storage
Broadberry CyberServe SP2 208-8I G3 review: Optane a-gogo
A mighty server package for the price with a big helping of blisteringly fast Intel Optane 200 PMEMs
2 Aug 2021
Canon i-Sensys MF744Cdw review: A one-touch wonder
peripherals
Canon i-Sensys MF744Cdw review: A one-touch wonder
A low-cost colour laser MFP with great connectivity, good security and a whole library of useful apps
29 Jul 2021