Amazon S3 Glacier
Reviews
Star rating
Rank in Archive Storage Solutions
Pros and cons
Pros
- Easy Integrations
- Data Security
- Affordable
- Reliability
- Features
- Cloud Integration
Cons
- Slow Retrieval
- High Retrieval Costs
- Slow Speed
- Pricing Issues
- Unclear Instructions
Traffic & LLM citations
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Key stats
Adoption by company size
| Segment | Share of reviews |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 38.4% |
| Mid-Market | 28.3% |
| Enterprise | 33.3% |
Quarterly history
| Quarter | Reviews | Star rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2 | 5.0 |
| 2025 Q4 | 2 | 4.5 |
| 2026 Q1 | 2 | 4.8 |
| 2026 Q2 | 2 | 4.8 |
| 2026 Q3 | 1 | 4.0 |
Satisfaction ratings
What reviewers say
Cost-Effective Backups and Disaster Recovery with Flexible Retrieval Options
“Best for general backups and disaster recovery. It’s a cost-effective option and provides retrieval choices that range from a few minutes to up to 12 hours (for free bulk retrievals).”
Easy Integration, Scalable Cloud Storage
“I like Amazon S3 Glacier because it allows me to store unstructured and semi-structured data efficiently. I appreciate the cloud leverage it provides, enabling scalable data storage. I also enjoy not having to manage the infrastructure, making it easier to archive data. Its capab”
Cost-Effective Archival with Flexibility and Durability
“I like Amazon S3 Glacier for its low-cost archival storage, which significantly helps in storage cost savings. I appreciate the life cycle policies that allow for automated archival management. I also like that it is highly durable and supports reliable long-term retention. It's ”