Top 10 OpenStack Alternatives & Competitors

Top 10 Alternatives to OpenStack Recently Reviewed By G2 Community

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Apache CloudStack
By The Apache Software Foundation
4.4/5
(27)
Product Description
Apache CloudStack is open source software designed to deploy and manage large networks of virtual machines on scalable Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) cloud computing platform.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, Apache CloudStack is:
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
More usable
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Cloud Management Platforms
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

DigitalOcean
By DigitalOcean
4.6/5
(736)
Product Description
DigitalOcean provides the best tools to control your virtual server in the cloud. Learn how we deliver the most intuitive interface and features so you can start building your web infrastructure today.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, DigitalOcean is:
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
More usable
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Akamai Cloud Computing
By Akamai Technologies
4.6/5
(404)
Product Description
The Developer Cloud Simplified
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, Akamai Cloud Computing is:
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
More usable
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
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Amazon EC2
By Amazon Web Services (AWS)
4.6/5
(1,171)
Product Description
AWS Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) is a web service that provides resizable compute capacity in the cloud, making web-scale computing easier for developers.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, Amazon EC2 is:
Easier to set up
Slower to reach roi
Easier to admin
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

OpenNebula
By OpenNebula
4.4/5
(10)
Product Description
Open Cloud Management Platform, Developed for the Enterprise
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, OpenNebula is:
More usable
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Vultr
By Vultr Holdings LLC
4.3/5
(284)
Product Description
Vultr offers a standardized highly reliable high performance cloud compute environment with 14 datacenters around the globe.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, Vultr is:
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
More usable
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

VMware Cloud Foundation
By Broadcom
4.4/5
(569)
Product Description
VMware Cloud Foundation provides the easiest way to deploy and run a hybrid cloud. VMware Cloud Foundation provides integrated cloud infrastructure (compute, storage, networking and security) and cloud management services to run enterprise applications in both private and public environments.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, VMware Cloud Foundation is:
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
More expensive
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Azure Virtual Machines
By Microsoft
4.4/5
(387)
Product Description
Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) are scalable, on-demand computing resources provided by Microsoft Azure, enabling users to deploy and manage virtualized Windows and Linux servers in the cloud. These VMs support a wide range of workloads, from simple web applications to complex enterprise solutions, offering flexibility and control over computing resources without the need for physical hardware maintenance. Key Features and Functionality: - Diverse VM Series: Azure offers various VM series tailored to specific needs: - General Purpose (D-series, B-series): Balanced CPU-to-memory ratio, suitable for web servers and small to medium databases. - Compute Optimized (F-series): High CPU-to-memory ratio, ideal for CPU-intensive tasks like batch processing. - Memory Optimized (E-series): High memory-to-CPU ratio, designed for in-memory applications and large databases. - Storage Optimized (L-series): High disk throughput and IOPS, perfect for big data and data warehousing. - GPU-enabled (N-series): Equipped with GPUs for graphics-intensive and machine learning workloads. - Operating System Support: Azure VMs support a broad range of operating systems, including various distributions of Linux and all supported versions of Windows Server. - Scalability and Availability: Features like Virtual Machine Scale Sets allow for automatic scaling of applications, and Availability Sets ensure high availability by distributing VMs across multiple physical servers. - Integrated Security: Built-in security features include Azure Security Center for threat detection and response, and compliance with various industry standards. - Cost Management: Options like Azure Reserved Virtual Machine Instances and Azure Hybrid Benefit help optimize costs, while Azure Spot Virtual Machines offer significant discounts for interruptible workloads. Primary Value and Solutions Provided: Azure Virtual Machines offer businesses the ability to quickly deploy and manage scalable computing resources without the overhead of maintaining physical hardware. This flexibility allows organizations to respond rapidly to changing demands, optimize costs through various pricing options, and ensure high availability and security for their applications. By leveraging Azure VMs, users can focus on developing and running their applications while Azure handles the underlying infrastructure, leading to increased operational efficiency and agility.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, Azure Virtual Machines is:
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
Easier to do business with
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Hostwinds
By Hostwinds
4.9/5
(438)
Product Description
Hostwinds offers website hosting for individuals and businesses of all sizes, with 24/7/365 support and nightly backups.
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Reviewers say compared to OpenStack, Hostwinds is:
Slower to reach roi
Easier to set up
Easier to admin
Categories in common with OpenStack:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

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