IBM Cloud Private vs VMware Tanzu Platform comparison

IBM and VMware are both solutions in the PaaS Clouds category. IBM is ranked #20 with an average rating of 6.3, while VMware is ranked #9 with an average rating of 8.4. Additionally, 60% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of VMware users who would recommend it.

IBM Cloud Private

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60% willing to recommend

VMware Tanzu Platform

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between IBM Cloud Private and VMware Tanzu Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two PaaS Clouds solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Cloud Private

Ranking in PaaS Clouds

20th

Average Rating

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

VMware Tanzu Platform

Ranking in PaaS Clouds

9th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Build Automation (11th), Cloud Management (18th), Development Platforms (2nd), Container Management (3rd), Service Mesh (3rd), Agile and DevOps Services (3rd)

Featured Reviews

CristianIriazabal

Architect of solutions at Gire S.A.

A solution that ranks in the top five and integrates well with API Connect

One issue with the solution is latency because there is lag time when we connect from Argentina to IBM's data centers in Washington and Dallas. It would be a benefit to have a data center in Latin America. The solution does not offer many routes over the cloud that are available with other solutions such as AWS which is a leader in the industry.

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SiddhitRenake

Platform Engineer - Linux at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

Easy to register multiple Kubernetes clusters, offers a single pane of visibility on its dashboard, and perform lifecycle management operations

Our TMC usage was limited, and exploring it further was hindered by the lack of an on-premise model. Due to compliance issues with the SaaS model, we couldn't proceed with it as a production-grade product. So, an on-premises model would have been useful for us. VMware rolled out an on-premise model for TMC, allowing for an on-premises implementation, which we learned about six months ago. Also, cost is always a concern. Smaller companies might find the price a bigger issue. Since we were at a large data center, the price might not have been a concern for us. Smaller and medium businesses might hesitate due to the price tag. VMware can be quite expensive.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The most valuable attribute is the platform's ability to consistently deliver high reliability."

"The product's framework is good, it integrates well with API Connect, and the private cloud allows for use in any location."

"We have control of the ESXi."

"Excellent technical support."

"Our core banking process was monolithic. To address this, we transitioned to a microservices-based architecture. Leveraging Microsoft technologies, including Terminals version 23, we’ve revamped our banking operations. Not all services are microservices; some remain monolithic for simplicity. Containerization is pivotal, with OpenShift (based on Kubernetes and Docker) managing our microservices."

"The observability platform and end-to-end service portal provided by Tanzu are the most valuable features."

"The solution is integrated very well with a lot of other systems. Also, its GUI is very good."

"The Day 2 operations support is the most vital feature"

"A feature we find valuable is that other products can also be integrated with Mission Control. This means that we can see the status of specific clusters, as well as view the monitoring application logs all from one point."

"The most important feature of Tanzu Mission Control is its integration with the other products, especially with ESX and vSAN. This is a strong part of Tanzu Mission Control. In other solutions, such as OpenShift or Kubernetes, you can find similar features, but they don't have similar integration. With Tanzu Mission Control, you get a total solution with only one provider. You have the integration with the infrastructure, virtualization of networking, and virtualization of storage. You have a natural integration, and you don't have the problem of integrating it with different products or providers. Sometimes, different companies have good integration, but it is not always guaranteed. For example, many years ago, Cisco and VMware were good partners in networking, but when VMware started to sell ESX, the relationship was broken. This is the problem that you can face when you are using solutions from two different companies."

"The initial setup is easy."

"It definitely gives the end customer a good overview and perspective of running applications in terms of overall workload footprint. TMC provides a very detailed description of your cloud-native application in the form of graphical visualization."

"Defining security metrics has proven beneficial for customers in maintaining a safe environment."

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Cons

"One issue with the solution is latency because there is lag time when we connect."

"I've noticed that the satellite services layer requires some improvement compared to platforms like Azure or Microsoft. While it's in development, I believe the satellite layer has room for enhancement. Additionally, the DevOps layer could benefit from closer integrations, especially for using external applications like Jenkins."

"lacking in multi-cloud management."

"The support and pricing need to improve."

"Auto-scaling and managing pod scaling in the microservices architecture, a core feature of IBM Cloud Private, can pose challenges, especially when dealing with larger volumes of traffic."

"The disaster recovery feature could be improved to provide better tracking of issues. I would also like to see the introduction of a dashboard view, for even further integration of all the areas that Mission Control looks at."

"LYNX is a managed cluster solution that takes care of specific details within a cluster, such as sequences or services. I haven't seen this feature in Tanzu Mission Control."

"The solution could improve by having better integration with other solutions such as HPE."

"VMware Tanzu Service Mesh could add better integration with other cloud platforms, such as vRealize Automation or VMware vCloud Director for cloud providers."

"This product doesn't have a GUI. In order to use it properly, I need to connect it to a new GUI or build a GUI to manage it — it's pretty difficult."

"Cost is always a concern. Smaller companies might find the price a bigger issue."

"The implementation is not easy, it is very complex and can take a day or two to complete."

"The product should support integration with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)"

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten."

"The solution is expensive."

"In general, the cost is on the higher side."

"We pay annual licensing fees."

"The product is not expensive, but it is not cheap."

"The price of VMware Tanzu Mission Control is greater than that of Red Hat's competitor solution"

"VMware Tanzu Mission Control is cheaper than Red Hat OpenShift."

"The solution is only for large or medium size enterprises because it is expensive."

"Its pricing is very competitive. We get around 70% or 75%, sometimes even 80%, discount on the product. I would rate it a four out of five in terms of pricing."

"The licensing cost is expensive."

"One of our Spanish customers told us that VMware Tanzu Service Mesh is a very expensive product for their data center."

"There are different licenses available. You have to upgrade your license if you want to scale the solution more."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Recruiting/Hr Firm

22%

Financial Services Firm

19%

Real Estate/Law Firm

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

15%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM Cloud Private?

Our core banking process was monolithic. To address this, we transitioned to a microservices-based architecture. Leveraging Microsoft technologies, including Terminals version 23, we’ve revamped ou...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Cloud Private?

I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten.

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What needs improvement with IBM Cloud Private?

I've noticed that the satellite services layer requires some improvement compared to platforms like Azure or Microsoft. While it's in development, I believe the satellite layer has room for enhance...

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Which is better - OpenShift Container Platform or VMware Tanzu Mission Control?

Red Hat Openshift is ideal for organizations using microservices and cloud environments. I like that the platform is auto-scalable, which saves overhead time for developers. I think Openshift can b...

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What do you like most about VMware Tanzu Application Service?

The solution is integrated very well with a lot of other systems. Also, its GUI is very good.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Tanzu Application Service?

The licensing cost is yearly. The licensing cost is expensive.

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Comparisons

Red Hat OpenShift vs IBM Cloud Private

Compared 84% of the time

Amazon AWS vs IBM Cloud Private

Compared 16% of the time

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Compared 19% of the time

Nutanix Kubernetes Engine NKE vs VMware Tanzu Platform

Compared 12% of the time

Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform vs VMware Tanzu Platform

Compared 11% of the time

Kubernetes vs VMware Tanzu Platform

Compared 8% of the time

Amazon EKS vs VMware Tanzu Platform

Compared 8% of the time

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Also Known As

ICP

Tanzu Application Catalog, Application Platform, Application Service, Hub, Mission Control, Service Mesh, Build Service, Concourse for VMware Tanzu

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Overview

IBM Cloud Private is a private cloud platform for developing and running workloads locally. It is an integrated environment that enables you to design, develop, deploy and manage on-premises, containerized cloud applications behind your firewall. It includes the container orchestrator Kubernetes, a private image repository, a management console and monitoring frameworks.

VMware Tanzu Platform is designed for cloud-native development and management of Kubernetes, CI/CD processes, microservices, and containerized workloads. It supports deployments both on cloud and on-premises, providing centralized management via Mission Control.

VMware Tanzu Platform offers seamless integration with vSphere, ESX, and vSAN, supporting centralized cluster management and lifecycle management. The platform provides a GUI for monitoring CI/CD pipelines and network policies, enhancing multi-tenancy and Day 2 operations. Users can easily manage Kubernetes clusters, monitor applications, and integrate with tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Cloud Foundry, and Azure. It ensures compliance and security for service providers, financial institutions, and businesses.

What are the key features of VMware Tanzu Platform?

Integration with vSphere, ESX, and vSAN: Enhances compatibility and flexibility.
Seamless Cluster Management: Centralized control over Kubernetes clusters.
CI/CD Pipelines and Network Policies: Simplifies monitoring and management.
Multi-tenancy Support: Facilitates resource sharing among multiple users.
Comprehensive Lifecycle Management: Streamlines deployment and scalability.
Observability Platform: Provides enhanced visibility and control.

What benefits and ROI should users look for in VMware Tanzu Platform reviews?

Centralized Management: Simplifies operations and reduces manual effort.
Enhanced Compliance and Security: Meets regulatory requirements.
Flexibility in Deployment: Supports both cloud and on-premises options.
Seamless Integration: Works with multiple vendors and tools.
Developer-Friendly Environment: Improves productivity and innovation.

Industries such as financial institutions, service providers, and businesses requiring rigorous compliance and security deploy VMware Tanzu Platform. These entities benefit from centralized management, streamlined DevOps processes, and integrated tools, enhancing their capabilities in cloud-native developments and containerized workloads.

Sample Customers

Ilmarinen Mutual Pension Insurance Company

Verizon, Cerner, Zipcar, Avarteq

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