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Compare IBM Storage FlashSystem and Pure Storage FlashArray 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (40.2% of reviews)
Enterprise (62.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $18,400.00
No pricing available
IBM Storage FlashSystem
Star Rating
(208)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (40.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $18,400.00
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansPure Storage FlashArray
Star Rating
(10)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (62.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Pure Storage FlashArraySummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Pure Storage Flash Arrays excel in ease of use, with a score of 9.4 for meeting requirements, while IBM Storage FlashSystem has a lower score of 8.9, indicating that users find Pure Storage more intuitive and user-friendly.
- Reviewers mention that Pure Storage Flash Arrays have a superior quality of support, scoring 9.0 compared to IBM's 8.6. This suggests that users feel more satisfied with the assistance they receive from Pure Storage when issues arise.
- G2 users highlight the product direction of Pure Storage Flash Arrays as outstanding, with a perfect score of 10.0, indicating strong confidence in the future development of the product. In contrast, IBM Storage FlashSystem received a score of 8.3, suggesting some uncertainty among users regarding its future enhancements.
- Users on G2 report that the ease of setup for IBM Storage FlashSystem is a concern, with a score of 7.8, while Pure Storage does not have a specific score listed but is generally perceived as easier to implement based on user feedback.
- Reviewers mention that the entry-level price for IBM Storage FlashSystem starts at $18,400.00, which may be a consideration for budget-conscious enterprises, while Pure Storage does not disclose an entry-level price, potentially indicating a more flexible pricing model.
- Users say that while both products serve the enterprise market, Pure Storage Flash Arrays have a higher percentage of reviews from enterprise users (62.5%) compared to IBM Storage FlashSystem (41.0%), suggesting a stronger alignment with enterprise needs and expectations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Storage FlashSystem
Entry-Level IBM Storage FlashSystem
Starting at $18,400.00
- For any organization looking for an all-flash array with features that are both enterprise conducive and budget friendly, the small to entry level offering prices from IBM begin at $18,400.
Pure Storage FlashArray
No pricing availableFree Trial
IBM Storage FlashSystem
Free Trial is available
Pure Storage FlashArray
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
139
9.4
9
Ease of Use
8.7
85
Not enough data
Ease of Setup
8.2
83
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.5
48
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.7
108
9.0
7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
103
9.7
5
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
135
10.0
9
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Storage FlashSystem and Pure Storage FlashArray are categorized as All-Flash Arrays (AFA)
Unique Categories
IBM Storage FlashSystem has no unique categories
Pure Storage FlashArray has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Storage FlashSystem
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Pure Storage FlashArray
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
17.2%
Banking
8.2%
Financial Services
6.6%
Computer Software
6.6%
Computer & Network Security
4.9%
Other
56.6%
Printing
12.5%
Marketing and Advertising
12.5%
Information Technology and Services
12.5%
Hospital & Health Care
12.5%
Higher Education
12.5%
Other
37.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
IBM Storage FlashSystem has no discussions with answers
Pure Storage FlashArray has no discussions with answers
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