Compare Scale Computing Platform and XenServer

At a Glance
Scale Computing Platform
Scale Computing Platform
Star Rating
(259)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (76.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$189.00 1 Software License Only. Per core, per year, 5-year term. Per Year
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XenServer
XenServer
Star Rating
(49)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (55.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that the Scale Computing Platform excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to XenServer. Users appreciate its simple management interface, which many find less complicated than alternatives like ESX and Hyper-V.
  • Users say that Scale Computing Platform's support is a standout feature, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In contrast, while XenServer has its strengths, recent reviews indicate a lack of engagement, with no new reviews in the last 90 days.
  • Reviewers mention that Scale Computing Platform is particularly well-suited for mid-market environments, with a focus on ease of use and setup. Users transitioning from other platforms have noted how streamlined the experience is, making it a good fit for smaller virtual environments.
  • According to verified reviews, XenServer is recognized for its security features and compatibility with various hardware, making it a reliable choice for users concerned about system vulnerabilities. However, its overall user satisfaction lags behind that of Scale Computing Platform.
  • Users highlight that Scale Computing Platform's ease of administration is a major advantage, with many finding it intuitive and straightforward. In comparison, while XenServer offers a user-friendly interface, it does not receive the same level of praise for administrative tasks.
  • Reviewers note that while XenServer has a solid reputation for networking capabilities, such as SR-IOV, the lack of recent user feedback suggests that it may not be keeping pace with evolving user needs compared to the more actively reviewed Scale Computing Platform.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Scale Computing Platform
Standard
$189.00
1 Software License Only. Per core, per year, 5-year term. Per Year
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XenServer
No pricing available
Free Trial
Scale Computing Platform
Free Trial is available
XenServer
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
223
8.4
42
Ease of Use
9.6
226
8.5
42
Ease of Setup
9.3
216
8.4
24
Ease of Admin
9.5
216
8.8
23
Quality of Support
9.6
224
8.1
33
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
215
8.3
18
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
217
7.0
43
Features by Category
Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) SolutionsHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
8.7
159
Not enough data
Core Functions
9.6
152
Not enough data
9.3
141
Not enough data
8.6
132
Not enough data
General Functionality
9.2
140
Not enough data
9.6
140
Not enough data
8.9
129
Not enough data
8.8
138
Not enough data
Configuration
8.6
128
Not enough data
8.7
132
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) Solutions
8.1
17
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
7.6
16
Not enough data
8.2
173
Not enough data
Performance
9.5
163
Not enough data
8.6
156
Not enough data
9.1
155
Not enough data
Functionality
9.2
163
Not enough data
9.3
167
Not enough data
9.2
162
Not enough data
9.0
159
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Server Virtualization
7.2
10
Not enough data
6.8
10
Not enough data
7.4
11
Not enough data
6.7
10
Not enough data
7.5
10
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Scale Computing Platform
Scale Computing Platform
XenServer
XenServer
Scale Computing Platform and XenServer are categorized as Server Virtualization
Unique Categories
Scale Computing Platform
Scale Computing Platform is categorized as Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) Solutions
XenServer
XenServer has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Scale Computing Platform
Scale Computing Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
14.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
76.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.4%
XenServer
XenServer
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
12.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
31.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
55.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Scale Computing Platform
Scale Computing Platform
Primary/Secondary Education
13.5%
Manufacturing
10.7%
Information Technology and Services
7.0%
Government Administration
5.3%
Hospital & Health Care
4.9%
Other
58.6%
XenServer
XenServer
Information Technology and Services
22.9%
Hospital & Health Care
14.6%
Higher Education
10.4%
Education Management
6.3%
Utilities
4.2%
Other
41.7%
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Discussions
Scale Computing Platform
Scale Computing Platform Discussions
What is HC3?
2 Comments
Ellie S.
ES
“HC3” is a term previously used to describe Scale Computing's 3-Tier Hyperconverged Infrastructure offering. As of May 2022, we relaunched the former HC3...Read more
What is HC3 scale computing?
1 Comment
Ellie S.
ES
“HC3” is a term previously used to describe Scale Computing's 3-Tier Hyperconverged Infrastructure offering. As of May 2022, we relaunched the former HC3...Read more
What hypervisor does scale use?
1 Comment
Ellie S.
ES
Scale Computing is purpose-built on the KVM hypervisor to support Windows and Linux operating systems. This ownership of both the storage and hypervisor...Read more
XenServer
XenServer Discussions
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XenServer has no discussions with answers