Oracle Cloud Object Storage Reviews

Several organizations use Oracle Cloud Object Storage primarily for backups and information archiving. Although it enhances security with encryption and access policies, its cost impact is minimal. One group reports a return on investment around 30% and appreciates its affordability, while another emphasizes its role in infrastructure deployment. Users generally regard Oracle Cloud Object Storage favorably and would rate it highly, indicating satisfaction with its integration in their operations.

Oracle Cloud Object Storage offers flexible pricing models with options for yearly, monthly, or pay-as-you-go plans. While some enterprises find it competitive with other cloud providers, there are concerns about disaster recovery costs and the perceived high cost when space is allocated but underutilized. Users appreciate the security benefits, though some suggest that a slightly lower price would be advantageous. Negotiating multi-year agreements can lead to cost savings through the use of credits.

• "During the billing cycle, if I use the tool only for a day, I still need to pay you for a month."
• "Disaster recovery (DR) can be expensive."
• "Oracle Cloud Object Storage might not be that expensive compared to on-premises solutions."

Oracle Cloud Object Storage is leveraged for secure file storage, sharing, and complex access controls. Users utilize it for archiving, backup, and legal data retention, supporting infrastructure-as-code practices, and integrating with DevOps processes. It facilitates storage for unstructured data, provisioning infrastructure, deploying applications, and acting in cloud environments for real-time applications. Additionally, it is employed within E-Business Suite, Data Lakehouse environments, and infrastructure hosting like JBoss, enhancing deployment efficiency.

Oracle Cloud Object Storage receives varied feedback on customer service and support. Many find technical assistance effective and rate it highly. Some have premium subscriptions for prioritized aid. However, others report delays and inadequacies in expertise during issue resolution. Many rate technical support around eight out of ten. Some highlight the cost-effectiveness of Oracle compared to other options. Security features like WAF and virtual networks are employed, and some users have not interacted with support at all.

Oracle Cloud Object Storage's initial setup is generally straightforward and easy, taking approximately 15-20 minutes. Some users find it simple to deploy, while others note potential complexities initially resolved post-implementation. Different teams, including technical specialists and infrastructure experts, have facilitated installations, with varying levels of complexity. Despite some using other cloud services like Microsoft Azure, a significant number of OCI specialists manage cloud environments effectively. Maintaining and deploying on both private and public clouds is considered manageable.

Users express high satisfaction with Oracle Cloud Object Storage's scalability. Many highlight its simplicity to manage and ease of expanding resources. Organizations find it easily adjustable for their needs, with no significant issues encountered during scaling. The service is praised for flexible configurations, supporting growth without concern for extra charges. Users often rate its scalability highly, appreciating the ability to scale effortlessly, utilizing command-line tools or intuitive interfaces.

Users indicate that Oracle Cloud Object Storage is very stable, with high availability and no major issues. Many rate its stability as eight out of ten. They mention it as reliable, always available, and free from significant difficulties. Stability is emphasized, especially when deployed in a single region, while a secondary region enhances its stability further. Users encounter no challenges like latency or outages, resulting in a consistently positive experience with the platform.