Oracle Database Appliance offers positive ROI by saving time and improving efficiency. Users report that the initial setup is straightforward, with installation achievable within hours using scripts. Despite initial costs being higher, the long-term investment is justified due to superior support and machine quality, outperforming competitors like Nutanix. Deployment options include cloud and on-premises models. For some, installation can be complex, but overall satisfaction and continued use highlight its value.
Enterprise users frequently perceive Oracle Database Appliance pricing as high, with costs often rated between seven and eight on a scale of one to ten. However, many find the investment acceptable due to its high-quality hardware, integrated solutions, faster implementation, and reduced operational costs compared to traditional setups. Some advise leveraging Oracle's Pay-As-You-Grow licensing and capacity-on-demand features, while others suggest negotiating discounted deals and carefully managing CPU core licenses.
- "The solution's pricing is very high."
- "I would rate the pricing a four on a scale of one (high price) to ten (low cost)."
- "On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing seven and a half or eight out of ten."
