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Compare VMware Workstation Pro and VirtualBox 
- Users report that VMware Workstation Pro excels in Performance Management with a score of 9.1, while VirtualBox lags behind at 7.7. Reviewers mention that VMware's ability to allocate resources efficiently leads to smoother operation of virtual machines, especially under heavy workloads.
- Reviewers say that VMware Workstation Pro offers superior Security features, scoring 9.4 compared to VirtualBox's 8.1. Users highlight VMware's robust encryption capabilities and advanced access controls, which provide a higher level of data protection.
- G2 users mention that Scalability is a strong point for VMware Workstation Pro, achieving a score of 9.3, while VirtualBox scores 8.2. Users appreciate VMware's ability to handle larger environments and multiple virtual machines without performance degradation.
- Users on G2 report that Desktop Provisioning is more streamlined in VMware Workstation Pro, which received a score of 9.2. In contrast, VirtualBox lacks some of the advanced provisioning features that users find beneficial for managing multiple desktops.
- Reviewers mention that Data Recovery is a significant weakness for VirtualBox, scoring only 7.1, while VMware Workstation Pro scores 9.0. Users appreciate VMware's snapshot feature, which allows for easy recovery of virtual machines to previous states.
- Users say that Quality of Support is better with VMware Workstation Pro, scoring 8.8 compared to VirtualBox's 7.9. Reviewers highlight VMware's responsive customer service and extensive documentation as key advantages when troubleshooting issues.
From a single desktop/Laptop computer, it is simple to run virtual environments locally which is very helpful for Lab Purposes. It is a best Type B hypervisor.
Cost and closed-source. The closed-source part is not as much of a complaint as the cost. It's extremely annoying that it costs $150 to upgrade versions, basically turning the product into a $150/year subscription (after initial $250 investment for the...
Easy to use, platform independent, and extensible
Commercial licensing price not clearly published; PUEL terms have changed over time (formerly allowed commercial use if not supported by corporate IT and installed by same team member making use). Automation API is a COM interface. Outside of Windows as...
From a single desktop/Laptop computer, it is simple to run virtual environments locally which is very helpful for Lab Purposes. It is a best Type B hypervisor.
Easy to use, platform independent, and extensible
Cost and closed-source. The closed-source part is not as much of a complaint as the cost. It's extremely annoying that it costs $150 to upgrade versions, basically turning the product into a $150/year subscription (after initial $250 investment for the...
Commercial licensing price not clearly published; PUEL terms have changed over time (formerly allowed commercial use if not supported by corporate IT and installed by same team member making use). Automation API is a COM interface. Outside of Windows as...
