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Odin Virtuozzo Containers vs VMware ESXi comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 6, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Odin Virtuozzo Containers
Ranking in Server Virtualization Software
19th
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
4.2
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
VMware ESXi
Ranking in Server Virtualization Software
8th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
31
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Server Virtualization Software category, the mindshare of Odin Virtuozzo Containers is 0.2%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware ESXi is 0.6%. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Ramon Ruiz - PeerSpot reviewer
Significant backup for containers, but the customer service is terrible
Anyone considering this solution should not compare it to the old versions. They should be a partner with Virtuozzo and run all the certifications. Also, they need a good lab to understand the technology and how they can apply that technology conveniently. This is very commercial software. It does not have support, so you will need to be hands-on. I would rate Odin Virtuozzo a six out of 10 overall.
Syed Ali Waqas - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficiently manages development environments with robust network integration
I recommend new users download and evaluate the free version from VMware's website. Once satisfied, they should purchase the professional version for a smooth and secure IT infrastructure. The professional version is cost-effective, allowing one to create multiple servers on a single server. I'd rate the solution ten out of ten.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"When you run templates on the containers on Virtuozzo they have a lot of back-ups."
"The main function of ESXi is the ability to consolidate multiple machines onto a single server, saving space and energy."
"VMware ESXi is very reliable, especially for our production environment."
"I rate the stability of the solution as either nine or ten out of ten."
"The most valuable features are disaster recovery and vMotion. Those are the most important ones. Moreover, integrating ESI with ID Workflow is quite easy. The product is highly stable. I rate it a nine out of ten. The solution is highly scalable. I rate it a nine out of ten. The initial setup is straightforward. I recommend the product. It’s good and is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses. Overall, I rate this product an eight out of ten."
"The setup was relatively easy for me."
"The most valuable features are the integration with networking and virtual network switches."
"From a technical perspective, VMware ESXi's best advantages are its reliability and high availability features. It's a very mature and good environment."
"It's pretty good and robust."
 

Cons

"Odin Virtuozzo has poor support and needs to improve."
"The cost of VMware ESXi is very high, especially after the acquisition by Broadcom, which led to price increases. Improving the cost structure would be beneficial."
"VMware is very costly."
"What I feel is that FT (Fault Tolerance) is not used much. So maybe more focus on that feature is needed."
"I would rate the technical support as six out of ten. The response time could be better."
"The software could be more user-friendly, allowing customers to easily find the resources and features they need."
"The software could be more user-friendly, allowing customers to easily find the resources and features they need."
"We often face issues with ESXi that require us to change resources by shutting down the VMs."
"The licensing model currently presents challenges."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The license for Odin Virtuozzo is based on consumption on demand."
"The tool has become expensive."
"Since Broadcom's acquisition, the solution's price has been adjusted, and perpetual licenses are no longer offered."
"The solution is expensive."
"Broadcom recently purchased VMware, and the pricing scheme has changed. If I need any more features in the tool, I can actually purchase them."
"The pricing is expensive, with the cost for customers ranging from $10,000 to $20,000 yearly."
"The solution is priced on the higher side."
"The product pricing was reasonable before, but recent changes, including bundling, have complicated the cost structure."
"If one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I rate the tool's price as an eight."
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Computer Software Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

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What do you like most about VMware ESXi?
My customers are satisfied with the solution’s performance.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware ESXi?
VMware is shifting to Broadcom, and their prices are becoming more expensive nowadays. The management is considering whether to continue with VMware or switch to other products. I am not sure exact...
What needs improvement with VMware ESXi?
Pricing is a major issue with VMware ESXi as it is becoming more expensive. Many financial companies use VMware, so they should consider working on their pricing model to make it more affordable.
 

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