Carbon Copy Cloner 6
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What is Carbon Copy Cloner 6
Carbon Copy Cloner 6 is a macOS backup utility that creates bootable clones and scheduled backups of Mac volumes to external drives, network locations, or disk images. It targets individual users and small teams that need reliable local backup, migration, and rapid restore workflows for Macs. The product emphasizes task-based scheduling, snapshot-based backups on APFS, and verification features to validate backup integrity.
Bootable clone and migration
The software supports creating bootable backups (where supported by macOS and the target configuration) and cloning workflows that help with Mac migration or fast recovery to new storage. It provides guided task setup for common scenarios such as full-disk clone, data-only backup, and incremental updates. This is a practical differentiator versus many general backup tools that focus primarily on file-level backup rather than system cloning.
APFS snapshot integration
Carbon Copy Cloner 6 integrates with APFS snapshots to support point-in-time restore options and more efficient incremental backups on modern macOS systems. It can manage snapshot retention policies as part of scheduled tasks. This approach aligns well with macOS-native storage behavior and reduces the need for full re-copies when only small changes occur.
Granular scheduling and automation
The product includes flexible scheduling, pre/post-flight scripting, and task chaining to automate backup routines. It provides detailed task history and logging to help troubleshoot failed runs and confirm completion. These controls are useful for power users and admins managing multiple Mac backup jobs without deploying a full RMM or enterprise backup platform.
macOS-only scope
Carbon Copy Cloner is designed for macOS and does not provide Windows or Linux endpoint coverage. Organizations with mixed-device fleets typically need separate tools or a broader platform to standardize backup policies. This limits its fit for MSP-style, cross-platform management compared with multi-OS backup suites.
Limited centralized management
The product is primarily a per-Mac application and does not function as a centralized, multi-tenant console for managing many endpoints. Reporting and policy enforcement are local to each machine, which can increase operational overhead at scale. Teams needing consolidated dashboards, alerting, and role-based administration may find it insufficient without additional tooling.
Not a full DR platform
While it supports local and network backups, it is not positioned as an end-to-end disaster recovery system with integrated cloud replication, immutable storage, or turnkey recovery orchestration. Offsite strategy, long-term retention, and ransomware-resilient storage controls depend on the user’s chosen destinations and processes. Businesses with strict compliance or DR requirements may need complementary infrastructure or software.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Personal & Household | $49.99 USD (one-time) | License covers all Macs in a household for personal/non-commercial use; 30-day full-feature trial available; price excludes applicable local taxes; upgrade discounts available for owners of older CCC versions. |
| Corporate & Institutional (per computer) | $49.99 USD (one-time) — volume pricing available: 1+ $49.99; 5+ $43.75; 10+ $40.00; 15+ $36.25; 20+ $33.75; 25+ $30.00; >50 contact Bombich | Commercial use licensed per computer; optional Maintenance subscription provides free upgrades/updates while active; prices exclude applicable local taxes. |
| Pro License (technician) | $125.00 USD (one-time) — volume pricing available: 1+ $125.00; 2+ $93.75; 5+ $75.00; 10+ $68.75; >25 contact Bombich | For IT professionals/technicians; valid per technician and allows temporary use on client machines (not for permanent installs or scheduled backups on client machines); volume discounts apply. |
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