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Dizzion vs Horizon 8 comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 18, 2026

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

Categories and Ranking

Dizzion
Ranking in Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
16th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
8.3
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
Desktop as a Service (DaaS) (4th)
Horizon 8
Ranking in Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
5th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
117
Ranking in other categories
User Virtualization (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) category, the mindshare of Dizzion is 2.2%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Horizon 8 is 6.8%, down from 7.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Horizon 86.8%
Dizzion2.2%
Other91.0%
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
 

Featured Reviews

Hamada Farag - PeerSpot reviewer
Technology Consultant at Beta Information Technology
A cost-effective and streamlined virtual desktop infrastructure solution with a user-friendly interface and simplified management
The singular management interface is crucial, particularly for the operations team as it minimizes complexity and enhances operational efficiency. The simplicity of the management tools is a key highlight, especially when compared to other solutions like Citrix, where there is often complexity due to various components such as controllers, storefronts, and different servers.
SF
Architect at Softcat plc
Architects have improved desktop environments and now optimize operations for diverse clients
From my perspective, there is significant room for improvement in Horizon 8. Many customers are actively seeking alternatives to VMware due to recent licensing changes after Broadcom's acquisition, necessitating upgrades or bundles that they often do not require. Given that Omniser builds on VMware technologies, this creates a negative perception, pushing customers to consider different brands or solutions.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The pricing of the solution and management are good features."
"The singular management interface is crucial, particularly for the operations team as it minimizes complexity and enhances operational efficiency."
"The user experience is quite good."
"Nutanix Frame is easy to install, manage, and upgrade."
"The scalability of the solution is quite good."
"I appreciate how simple and straightforward the operation of VMware Horizon View is."
"It has improved our business because now we can run applications and it's easier for our students to do their exams."
"VMware is a hyper-converged infrastructure model. Therefore, for scaling it you just add more servers to it in the inputs. It's rather straightforward."
"The application delivery is it's most valuable feature."
"VMware Horizon is beneficial because it reduces bandwidth consumption when accessing VDI or the virtual infrastructure. It's more secure compared to accessing a Windows desktop using RDP. It enhances security, provides better app utilization, and improves performance using graphic-intensive tools like Photoshop or 3ds Max. Using the Horizon Client makes it easy to work on those tools."
"This product is great for desktop management, particularly when it comes to all the upgrades."
"The solution has provided flexibility by allowing an end user to remote in, log in, and get their VM VDI session and have all the icons and applications they need to use and retain the same booking view regardless of location."
"The free version of the solution is great; it's perfect if you have to build lab environments."
 

Cons

"The solution can be made faster and it should improve performance wise."
"As the solution is not completely straightforward, you do need some experience to configure and implement it."
"The solution’s pricing could be improved."
"It would be highly beneficial if they could offer a version that is entirely on-premises, eliminating the need for cloud connection except for data access."
"I had a few challenges when using VMware's View that included support for desktops that are offline and services at the terminal as well as their management."
"Along with the high pricing, the profile synchronization mechanism also needs improvement."
"There should be a function where one can connect and work; whenever not required, one can deprovision it."
"The support team needs improvement as cases are sometimes solved very slowly."
"We are not satisfied with the storage vendor. I would like to see the VDP or other features for backing up the VMs."
"Lacks sufficiently robust audio redirections."
"The solution has a lot of issues and bugs."
"They could incorporate an application library for application learning and licensing."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is a cost-effective option with comparable functionality to competitors."
"The pricing of the solution is very good."
"Nutanix Frame is a very expensive solution."
"The licensing is based on the number of users of the solution."
"There is a monthly subscription for the use of this solution and it is expensive."
"For long-term use, perpetual licenses are more cost-effective, and for short-term use, subscription-based would be more cost-effective."
"Customers pay a licensing fee."
"We pay a monthly licensing fee for VMware Horizon."
"The product is extremely expensive."
"The license could be cheaper."
"The pricing can be relatively competitive, but sometimes you have to go back to VMware and ask for additional discounts. You can make it competitive If you're prepared to put in the work. The list prices and standard discounts may not be competitive, but if you push hard enough, you can get the price to where you need it to be."
"The solution is more expensive in comparison to Citrix but when comparing the technicalities VMware Horizon, is worth the money."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Performing Arts
13%
Government
10%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Construction Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Construction Company
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business63
Midsize Enterprise23
Large Enterprise45
 

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Also Known As

Nutanix Xi Frame, Nutanix Frame
VMware Horizon, VMware Horizon View, Mware Dynamic Environment Manager
 

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Sample Customers

JetBlue, International Speedway Corporation, SAIC Volkswagen
LCMC Health
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