Proxmox VE is a complete virtualization management solution for servers. It is a powerful open-source platform and supports two virtualization technologies - KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) for virtual machines and LXC for containers. Proxmox VE has a central user interface that allows you to manage not only VMs and containers, but also storage resources, network configuration, and high availability for clusters. It is enterprise-ready and is valued for its scalability and maximum flexibility, enabling you to virtualize very demanding workloads. Proxmox VE makes it possible for you to easily install, manage, and monitor hyper-converged (HCI) data centers.
An excellent choice for budget sensitive operations.
The cost is excellent.
An excellent choice for budget sensitive operations.
The cost is excellent.
VMware vSphere is a powerful and complete server virtualization platform that allows its users to create and manage virtual data centers and machines. VMware vSphere is designed to help IT departments set up and run applications using the most cost-effective computer resources. By using vSphere, organizations save the time and energy necessary for purchasing infrastructure and software and reduce ongoing maintenance and operational burdens on IT teams.
Purchase only the cheaper solution with support. I don’t recommend high-end licenses.
Compared with other vendors’ products, the pricing of the license is slightly lower. The annual S&S price is very affordable.
Purchase only the cheaper solution with support. I don’t recommend high-end licenses.
Compared with other vendors’ products, the pricing of the license is slightly lower. The annual S&S price is very affordable.
Hyper-V is a hardware virtualization tool that allows users to create virtual computer environments with multiple operating systems on a single physical server. Each virtual machine has computer parts, such as memory, processor, storage, and networking, and acts like a standard computer - running its own operating system and software programs. Each component of the virtual machine can be configured to meet your specific requirements.
It's cheap, but not the best.
Once we bought the datacenter version of the server, we did away with worrying about the cost of licensing our VMs separately
It's cheap, but not the best.
Once we bought the datacenter version of the server, we did away with worrying about the cost of licensing our VMs separately
VMware Workstation is part of a suite of robust Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) tools or Desktop Hypervisors that allows users to run Kubernetes clusters, containers, and Virtual Machines (VMs). Users have the option to choose between VMware Workstation Pro or VMware Workstation Player to ensure that they get the most out of their VMware Workstation experience.
The pricing is a bit steep in my opinion for testing and there are other options.
Licensing costs are paid on a yearly basis.
The pricing is a bit steep in my opinion for testing and there are other options.
Licensing costs are paid on a yearly basis.
Oracle Linux is a stable, reliable, and scalable operating system primarily used for deploying and running Oracle databases. It is also suitable for various other functions, including managing operating systems and web servers, supporting traffic surveillance, and identity management.
The pricing and licensing are good.
Nowadays, Oracle is very open toward price negotiation; they negotiate well with their clients
The pricing and licensing are good.
Nowadays, Oracle is very open toward price negotiation; they negotiate well with their clients
Oracle VM VirtualBox is a robust AMD64/Intel64 and x86 next-generation virtualization solution that functions well for home use and is also powerful enough to handle the needs of a busy enterprise organization. This professional solution is open source and provides super-fast high performance in addition to many outstanding value-added features. VirtualBox functions effectively on Windows, macOS, Solaris, Linux, and more. Users can benefit from VirtualBox's dedication to continually developing the product and providing continual progressive updates and releases. The solution is supported by a trusted dedicated professional community and is backed by Oracle, which guarantees that the product is able to consistently meet and exceed quality controls and protocols at all times.
It is a very cost-effective solution.
Pricing does not apply for us, we do not have to pay for the service.
It is a very cost-effective solution.
Pricing does not apply for us, we do not have to pay for the service.
Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure (NCI) is a top-ranking HCI software, cloud management tool, and Software Defined Storage (SDS) tool that is marketed as the foundation for users' hybrid clouds. It offers a powerful and secure hyperconverged infrastructure to deliver all data and applications at any scale and on any cloud. The solution offers a complete software stack that allows users to unify their hybrid cloud infrastructure.
Able to grow with smaller, more linear increments of investment
The basic license that comes with the box allows basic virtualization features but advanced automation features would require an upgrade of licenses.
Able to grow with smaller, more linear increments of investment
The basic license that comes with the box allows basic virtualization features but advanced automation features would require an upgrade of licenses.
Oracle VM for x86
Oracle's VM VirtualBox is a powerful, free, and open-source virtualization tool.
The cost of scalability. You pay for what you use. It's free to download, free to install, and the support side has been very helpful.
Oracle's VM VirtualBox is a powerful, free, and open-source virtualization tool.
The cost of scalability. You pay for what you use. It's free to download, free to install, and the support side has been very helpful.
The most valuable feature of this solution is that there is no licensing fee.
AHV is free, it's an open-source solution.
The most valuable feature of this solution is that there is no licensing fee.
AHV is free, it's an open-source solution.
Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization, or RHEV, is a leading open standard enterprise virtualization management solution. This solution supports virtualization of servers and desktops using the same infrastructure and a single easy-to-use interface.
This is an open-source solution.
I would say the price is acceptable.
This is an open-source solution.
I would say the price is acceptable.
XCP-ng stands as a compelling choice in the realm of virtualization platforms, catering to a wide array of users' needs with its versatile application in deploying virtual servers, facilitating robust environments for web services, databases, and application development. It enhances business agility by ensuring high availability and scalable resource provisioning. Moreover, it is a preferred solution for creating efficient testing and development environments that accurately simulate production settings, aiding in disaster recovery with its snapshot and replication features, and supporting virtual desktop infrastructures (VDIs) for remote access.
What sets XCP-ng apart is its open-source nature, eliminating licensing costs and offering a cost-effective virtualization solution. This platform is celebrated for its compatibility with numerous operating systems, allowing for a versatile deployment of applications and services. Users benefit from its easy scalability, which accommodates organizational growth without undue complexity, and the strong community support, providing valuable resources for troubleshooting and knowledge sharing.
Organizations adopting XCP-ng have reported significant benefits, including streamlined project management, enhanced team collaboration, and more efficient time management. This tool has empowered users with the insights needed for better decision-making, positively impacting their operational efficiency and helping achieve organizational goals.
VMmanager automatically creates KVM based virtual machines. It provides flexible features to control and manage virtual infrastructure.
