Scale Computing Platform vs VMware vSphere comparison

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The compared Scale Computing and Broadcom solutions aren't in the same category. Scale Computing is ranked #18 in HCI , and holds a 2.7% mindshare in the category. Broadcom is ranked #1 in SVS , with an average rating of 8.2, and holds a 18.8% mindshare. Additionally, 83% of Scale Computing users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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83% willing to recommend

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94% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Scale Computing Platform

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

HCI (18th), Edge Computing Platforms (5th)

VMware vSphere

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

461

Ranking in other categories

Server Virtualization Software (1st)

Mindshare comparison

Scale Computing Platform and VMware vSphere aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Scale Computing Platform is designed for HCI and holds a mindshare of 2.7%, up 1.9% compared to last year.
VMware vSphere, on the other hand, focuses on Server Virtualization Software, holds 18.8% mindshare, up 16.6% since last year.

HCI Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Scale Computing Platform	2.7%
VxRail	9.6%
Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure (NCI)	8.9%
Other	78.8%

HCI

Server Virtualization Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
VMware vSphere	18.8%
Hyper-V	18.6%
Proxmox VE	10.3%
Other	52.3%

Server Virtualization Software

Featured Reviews

AbdulSattar

Channel Sales Manager at Softech Microsystems

Extremely easy to learn and use for beginners

Some features go well with other tools like VMware, where making something on the fly or making some changes on the fly in the area of memory or something is possible. On the fly, you cannot do anything on Scale Computing HC3, though it is a very rarely needed area. Being able to make some changes on the fly is very risky, but even then, you see customers saying since it is an area that is not possible with Scale Computing HC3, it is better to go with some other tools. My company convinces our customers that opting for another solution is not required since a tool that allows us to make some changes on the fly can be very risky, and it is also not something that fits in according to certain policies or good practices.

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RajeshK10

Information Technology Architect at Central Bank of India

Reliable virtualization has supported smooth DR drills and efficient resource allocation

VMware vSphere has proven to be robust in nature, and the new features are quite acceptable. The new features in NSX network switching make it more useful in the reliability management of data centers. vMotion has helped my organization's business continuity strategies during our planned DR drill activity. The migration of VMs from DC to DR is quite smooth with respect to the network link. I assess the impact of VMware vSphere's High Availability feature on my infrastructure resilience as effective during DR drill activities and firmware upgrades, which we perform every six months. During those times, we rely on maintenance mode of several servers, and HA works properly. I have nothing to complain about. We have utilized VMware vSphere's Distributed Resource Scheduler effectively. Even though we have over-provisioned the vCPUs, it efficiently manages the CPU cores and memory of the servers intelligently, so I am not experiencing any bottleneck in resource utilization. Distributed Resource Scheduler has affected my resource allocation performance positively, providing a 20 percent advantage over my old hardware.

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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

"Scale Computing HC3 is highly stable."

"I like that Scale Computing HCR is slimmed down and gives me the features I need and not features that I don't need."

"The solution is scalable."

"It gives the ease of management for a small IT department."

"I would advise others they should use this solution instead of traditional servers because it's safer, and better for the company."

"The product's initial setup phase is too easy."

"The stability is very good; I have no complaints there, as there aren't bugs or glitches and it doesn't crash or freeze."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is the nice GUI."

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"The most valuable feature of VMware vSphere is the ability to work in big system infrastructure, where you can move one virtual machine from one server to another, which is beneficial when you want to put a server under maintenance, and the security features and implementation are very easy."

"The more visible example is the performance seen by the user in my DaaS product."

"Has many good features, and is stable and reliable."

"It allowed us to move from a physical environment to a virtual environment, and also allowed us to install much more of the hardware, i.e., up to 30+ virtual machines on a single physical server."

"The emphasis isn't specifically on a particular feature, but rather on the ease of use. For instance, when building a test lab or setting up an entire environment from scratch, VMware products are notably more user-friendly compared to alternatives like Nutanix. I've had prior experience with Nutanix. From my personal perspective, I found it easier to adapt to using VMware than when I started using Dynamics. This ease of use is a strong point. It's largely about how straightforward it is to navigate through VMware's user interface. In contrast, with Nutanix, there's a need to delve into smaller configurations and navigate vendor-specific settings. VMware, on the other hand, offers a more accessible management page. This difference primarily centres around usability and the overall user-friendliness of the interface."

"The out-of-box application works well even without customization."

"We have been quite satisfied with its capabilities overall and we are very happy with it."

"I would recommend it highly."

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Cons

"I would like bigger clusters with more than eight nodes."

"Scale Computing HC3 said in an announcement they were going to integrate with a backup service which would be good. If they could do this it would be beneficial."

"Scale HC3 improvements would involve literally fixing up the replication."

"The product could use a better control center."

"I've had so many issues with the sales team when I was looking to make some improvements, and improve the performance. They would create so many excuses to force me to buy new nodes all the time and not let me add more memory to each node."

"There could be an easier way to see which servers are on each node"

"The product struggles to cope with bigger workloads. In the next release, I'd like some backup solutions to be added."

"The snapshot technology takes up 500 times more space compared to other solutions."

More Scale Computing Platform cons

"There are certain tools the can't run in parallel and occasionally, in those instances, we have trouble migrating customers from one source to our data center."

"Maybe the only thing to improve is the compatibility with non-standard devices. In particular we have issues with SAS Tape drives"

"The initial setup is a bit complex."

"The management of the product demonstration is weak."

"Some applications don’t perform well, so we engage our TAMs."

"The container management could be improved. It's far from perfect right now."

"It would be ideal if they could integrate billing software so that clients can customize it directly on the virtual machine."

"The only pain is it's risky to migrate from vCenter Windows to a virtual appliance."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"rate HC3's pricing a five out of ten since it is affordable."

"The product is worth the money, but I would not say it's very cheap or very expensive."

"I give the pricing a nine out of ten."

"I pay for Scale Computing HC3 and it includes customer service for one year. We paid for an additional year for customer service but that includes the updates and everything for the software. Additionally, the licensing is for Windows, which is the same for everybody."

"The pricing is more expensive than Microsoft."

"Our ROI is good."

"It is cost effective."

"The price is reasonable."

"It's a pricey solution."

"It is expensive. Other solutions on the market are free. We had to plan with VMware how many hosts that we needed in order to determine the price."

"Purchase only the cheaper solution with support. I don’t recommend high-end licenses."

"The license of VMware is a one-time payment and you can continue to enroll in support for troubleshooting and also administer the licenses."

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Technology Consultant, ASEAN at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees

May 10, 2015

Hyper-V 2012 R2 vs. VMware vSphere 5.5

I was won with Hyper-V 2012R2 recently and the table below based on customer RFP (edited). This articles all about technical, there is not related with TCO/ROI, licensing cost, “political”, etc. Another to noted is the Windows Server 2012 licenses is based on 2 socket CPU, meanwhile…

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Manufacturing Company

15%

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Financial Services Firm

Outsourcing Company

Construction Company

Financial Services Firm

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Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	1

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Small Business	177
Midsize Enterprise	138
Large Enterprise	261

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Overview

Scale Computing Platform is renowned for swift setup, stability, and performance. It provides a seamless user experience with integrated licenses and efficient management, catering to small IT departments.

Scale Computing Platform offers a user-friendly GUI and delivers superior performance with exceptional read/write speeds, outperforming competitors like Nutanix. It eliminates the need for additional recovery software and simplifies licensing. Users note its simplicity and efficiency over VMware, Nutanix, and HPE SimpliVity. However, there is a need for improved support, better upgrade processes, and more integration with external backup services. The platform faces challenges with larger workloads, with snapshot technology requiring optimization. Enhancements are needed in dashboard usability and node visibility, and users seek flexibility for on-the-fly changes.

What are the key features of Scale Computing Platform?

Ease of Setup: Simplifies installation, making it accessible for small IT teams.
Fast Performance: Provides superior read/write speeds compared to others.
Built-In Licenses: Integrates necessary licenses, reducing complexity.
User-Friendly GUI: Facilitates efficient management for IT departments.
Scalability: Adapts easily to growing business needs without hassle.

What benefits or ROI should users anticipate?

Stability: Ensures reliable system performance for continuous operations.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces need for additional software, offering a cost-effective solution.
Resource Management: Enhances prioritization and management of virtual machines.
User Satisfaction: Provides an appliance-like experience with minimal hassles.

Implementing Scale Computing Platform in industries supports virtualization needs for organizations operating with fewer than thirty VMs. It's commonly used for hosting internal servers, executing POCs, and running applications like SAGE Computer and QuickBooks. The platform aids businesses in creating private clouds, supporting efficient resource management and enhancing server operations, particularly with Acronis Backup.

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VMware vSphere offers robust virtualization capabilities with features that enhance data center performance and optimize workloads. Centralized management and ease of deployment make it a cost-effective choice for many industries.

VMware vSphere is recognized for its high availability, vMotion, and Distributed Resource Scheduler, essential for efficient server infrastructure management. Users value its virtual machine management, seamless live migration, and strong resource allocation across data centers. Though the web client can be slow, and individual management of multiple ESXi hosts is challenging without central management, vSphere remains popular due to its flexibility and integration capabilities. While fault tolerance and free version features have their limitations, the product supports private clouds and hybrid cloud deployments effectively.

What are the key features of VMware vSphere?

High Availability: Ensures uptime through automatic failover and load balancing.
vMotion: Facilitates live migration without downtime.
Distributed Resource Scheduler: Optimizes workload distribution across servers.
Centralized Management: Simplifies administration tasks through single-pane control.
Resource Allocation: Allocates computing power and memory efficiently.

What benefits and ROI does VMware vSphere offer?

Cost Efficiency: Reduces hardware requirements and energy usage.
Scalability: Easily scales to meet growing business requirements.
Improved Performance: Enhances application performance and reliability.
Flexibility: Supports integration with other technologies for operational agility.
Ease of Management: Simplifies monitoring and administrative efforts.

VMware vSphere is widely used in industries to manage server infrastructure effectively, hosting mission-critical applications like ERP and SQL servers. It supports development, testing, and backup environments, contributing to data center consolidation and cost reduction while enabling private and hybrid cloud setups.

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