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DDN IME vs StarWind Virtual SAN comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

DDN IME
Ranking in Software Defined Storage (SDS)
23rd
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
StarWind Virtual SAN
Ranking in Software Defined Storage (SDS)
1st
Average Rating
9.6
Reviews Sentiment
8.1
Number of Reviews
189
Ranking in other categories
HCI (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Software Defined Storage (SDS) category, the mindshare of DDN IME is 1.1%, down from 1.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of StarWind Virtual SAN is 9.1%, up from 7.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Ahmed Hosni - PeerSpot reviewer
Feb 24, 2024
Provides a cost-effective way to run an HCI storage platform for almost any hypervisor
You can maintain and update it with little to no fuss, even the free version is incredibly capable whilst it brings the cost of a Highly Available HCI solution down to a very cost-effective point. Having used Starwind Virtual SAN for many years both for clients and for internal systems, it has always done exactly what it set out to do. It provides a cost-effective way to run an HCI storage platform for almost any hypervisor, but it is most effective with Hyper-V. It's simple and easy to use, The software monitoring should be web-based to be reachable from any VLAN workstation.

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"I think the cost of this solution is quite fair."
"Once you buy the license, you are free to build your own hardware solution based on your needs."
"The support contract is well worth it. The price for it was very reasonable and their team has been very engaged whenever we reach out."
"There are two tiers of support and in my opinion, support is worth the cost."
"The setup cost, pricing, and licensing are very straightforward. They are exactly what you expect."
"We are happy with the price."
"The cost was ultimately low to implement, which allowed us to be 3-2-1 complaint."
"This solution has a great price for the functionality."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
18%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
8%
 

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What do you like most about StarWind Virtual SAN?
It is easy to use and can monitor system synchronization and check Storage status. StarWind Virtual SAN (VSAN) combines flash and disks of the cluster and forms a virtual shared storage “pool” acce...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for StarWind Virtual SAN?
If you are comfortable with the solution and you feel that you don't need support, you can begin with the free licences for three nodes.
What needs improvement with StarWind Virtual SAN?
Areas for improvement in StarWind Virtual SAN include simplifying the setup process, especially for users with limited vSphere expertise. Future releases could benefit from an enhanced configuratio...
 

Also Known As

DDN Infinite Memory Engine
StarWind SAN & NAS
 

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Sample Customers

ICR, MLB, Toyota Technical Development Corporation
Baker Tilly BVI, CMS Internet, Board Harpeth Hall School
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