Horizon 8 Reviews

We are continuing to use Horizon 8 for remote work. Our company data, along with customer data, is stored in the private data center. Horizon is used for accessing the data center and data.

If you configure Horizon well and limit access solely through Horizon 8, it enhances security by reducing the entry points for accessing data.

I find the security of Horizon to be most valuable. The Vue protocol, which is VMware BaaS, and the new BaaS codec feature of this protocol are particularly beneficial. The implementation of Instant Clone Technology also provides utility.

It would be beneficial to see improvements in client-side functionalities, especially for some Linux clients. A better in-built multi-factor authentication solution would also be advantageous. While there are ways to achieve this through Microsoft Azure and Google, a more integrated approach within Horizon would be ideal.

We have been working with Horizon 8 for a long time and have continued with each version since its release.

Stability is becoming a bigger issue for many software products these days, not just Horizon 8. Security issues can sometimes arise, which impacts stability.

In terms of scalability, it is not a significant problem, suggesting that Horizon scales effectively.

Our experience with VMware's customer service is limited. I would rate it a six out of ten due to possible transitions and product changes over recent years.

Neutral

We cater to small companies, typically around 50 to 100 users. For these sizes, the setup is manageable and not overly complex. However, implementing a high-level solution for larger companies can be more complicated.

I primarily have experience with Horizon 8, without reference to other specific solutions.

I can recommend Horizon to other users based on its security features and effective management processes.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

We use VMware Horizon View for its remote access feature.

The product's initial setup process could be easier.

We have been using VMware Horizon View for a few years now. At present, we are using the latest version.

It is a stable product.

We have 100 VMware Horizon View users in our organization. It is a scalable product.

The initial setup is complicated. It takes one week to complete and requires two executives to work on deployment and maintenance.

It is an expensive product. We purchase its yearly license.

I recommend VMware Horizon View to others and rate it a six out of ten.

We use the solution for remote desktops for a small number of users, but we do not use Citrix. Therefore, Horizon View is sufficient for us to publish applications or desktops for small services.

The solution has a lot of Visual Desktop's persistent and non-persistent desktops which publish the applications.

The integration could be improved. For example, there could be more integration and easier integration with products such as Okta and Duo. VMware Horizon View could be a multifactor authentication and authorization product, with more options for workflows, user assignments, and group assignments. Currently, it is complicated to configure a demo, so more integration would be beneficial.

I am currently using the solution.

The solution is stable.

The solution is scalable.

I give the solution an eight out of ten.

The solution is primarily used to manage VMs. 

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The free version of the solution is great. It's perfect for if you have to build lab environments. 

They need to improve the stabilization process of major releases.

Few years.

The stability can be an issue when new versions are released.

N/A: I use the solution for a lab environment.

As a free product, they do not offer technical support. Therefore, when I use it, I am on my own and I do my own troubleshooting.

Some Virtual Box - I prefer VMware

The initial setup is not difficult or complex. It's a very easy process. A company shouldn't have trouble with the implementation.

This product is free to use.