vSAN Performance is very good. It also provides Data Security by applying RF2 (Redundancy Factor 2) algorithm where it also creates another copy of data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Disk efficiency is low due to RF2 feature. There is a option of Erasure Coding, but still data efficiency is low. Secondly I must say Cost, cost is too high if one want to procure vSAN separate licenses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It’s easy to set up and manage. It’s also very resilient and performant, and with the new ESA architecture, things have improved further, with space utilization optimized even more. Yes ,it is definitely worth the price. Yes ,it is definitely worth the price. Yes ,it is definitely worth the price. Yes ,it is definitely worth the price. Yes ,it is definitely worth the price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

At the moment, there isn’t much to dislike, especially with all the new developments and enhancements introduced in vSphere version 9.They have simplified even Day 2 operations so its top notch product in Software Defined Storage space. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

VSAN is a very easy way to use shared storage in a vSphere environment without having to buy and configure complex storage solutions. It also gives you the flexibility to provide different virtual RAID levels, depending on what you need. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Licensing for VSAN is no longer possible as an add-on; it’s now only available through the VCF and VVF bundles, depending on how much you need. As a result, you end up having to buy a lot of functions you don’t need. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

To replace traditional external SAN storage with a simpler, faster, and more scalable hyperconverged model built directly into vSphere. vSAN’s UI is fully integrated into the vSphere Client. vSAN is deeply tied into VMware’s ecosystem. vSAN performance is excellent when deployed with modern NVMe and the Express Storage Architecture (ESA) which I have used before for high IO workloads Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

it’s expensive, especially for small clusters which can be needed for proof of concepts. The licensing model is also not quick to get into especially when using the technology for the first time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like the native integration with VMware and the simple management from a single console, which makes the operation more efficient and expedient. It allows me to allocate virtual machines, capacities, and agility in any support with fewer review points. I consider that VMware products are well designed and thought out for the current market needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

from what I've tried, I still couldn't identify anything I don't like. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Native integration inside VMware vCenter allows us to manage compute and storage from a single pane of glass. Easily scale to storage and compute. Eliminates traditional physical storage arrays. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Licensing and subscription pricing models can be expensive. Requires strict compatibility with the Hardware Compatibility List. Consumes local CPU and memory resources on ESXi hosts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

VMware vSAN stands out for its seamless integration directly into the ESXi hypervisor, which allows it to intelligently aggregate local server storage into a resilient, high-performance shared datastore without the complexity and expense of traditional external SAN hardware. Its greatest asset is Storage Policy-Based Management (SPBM), which automates capacity planning, performance tiers, and granular availability levels (such as mirroring or erasure coding) on a per-VM basis. This native architecture minimizes data paths to reduce latency, simplifies infrastructure scaling, and drastically reduces total cost of ownership by transforming commodity hardware into an enterprise-grade storage solution managed through a familiar interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The primary drawback of VMware vSAN is its strict hardware dependency, requiring servers, controllers, and storage devices to be rigorously certified on the vSAN Hardware Compatibility List (HCL), which limits flexibility and can complicate upgrades or repurposing of older equipment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The feature completeness. UI is not bad, UX is also average. Best integration in the market, and performance among the top. However, the price is too steep, and Support is restricted to Partners. While AI isn't a priority in infrastructure, using AI in vSAN operations can be benefitial. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The most "worst" aspect of vSAN is its cost and the addition of AI.

While AI can be beneficial, it feels bloated.

As for the cost, the features and performance do not justify the price increase, as competitors offer similar (if not better) products. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like VMware vSAN's easy management, strong performance, seamless vSphere integration, and built-in high availability. These features save time, simplify daily management, reduce downtime, and keep our virtual machines running reliably. The initial setup was straightforward, especially within the VMware environment, and the configuration process was simple, making deployment easier. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find advanced configurations complex and I feel troubleshooting could be simpler. Also, the licensing cost can be a consideration for some environments. I think better cost flexibility and simpler troubleshooting tools would make VMware vSAN even easier to manage. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It offers a strong path to HCI without forcing us into complex, proprietary hardware ecosystems. By leveraging local server storage along with vSAN Ready Nodes, we’ve been able to significantly reduce our total cost of ownership compared with traditional enterprise storage arrays. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Licensing costs, along with recent packaging changes under Broadcom, have significantly increased our overall TCO and made budget forecasting much more difficult. On the technical side, running vSAN introduces noticeable CPU and RAM overhead on each ESXi host, which reduces the resources available for our actual workload VMs. In addition, the hardware compatibility requirements are very strict (HCL), which has forced us to replace or upgrade components sooner than we expected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.