VMware vSphere Pricing Overview

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VMware vSphere is the leading server virtualization platform with the best foundation
for your applications, your cloud and your business.
vSphere helps you get the best performance, availability and efficiency from
your infrastructure and applications. It is the essential building block for modern
cloud infrastructure.This guide provides an overview of the licensing, pricing and packaging for VMware vSphere. The key topics discussed in this guide include:
• VMware vSphere overview
• Licensing overview – Licensing metric and management
• Packaging overview – Packaging options for editions (including VMware vCenter
Server®), kits, vSphere, vSphere+
• Version upgrade entitlements for existing customers
• Paid edition upgrades from vSphere 8

Pricing information for VMware vSphere is supplied by the software provider or retrieved from publicly accessible pricing materials. Final cost negotiations to purchase VMware vSphere must be conducted with the seller.

Pricing information was last updated on August 21, 2023

Pricing Insights

Averages based on real user reviews.

Time to Implement

2 months

Return on Investment

13 months

Average Discount

13%

Perceived Cost

$$$$$

How much does VMware vSphere cost?

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Estimated Price

$$k - $$k

Per Year

Based on data from 26 purchases.

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VMware vSphere Pricing Reviews

(2)

Narendra A.

Information Technology Administrator

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

12/20/2023

"Seamless Virtualization Excellence"

5/5

What do you like best about VMware vSphere?

VMware has truly exceeded my expectations in providing a seamless virtualization experience. The user-friendly interface, robust features, and reliable performance make it a standout choice. Managing and deploying virtual machines has never been this efficient. Kudos to VMware for delivering excellence in virtualization technology! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about VMware vSphere?

I find it frustrating when apps have constant glitches, making them unreliable. Also, unclear instructions and poor customer support can be quite bothersome. Additionally, overly complicated interfaces can make using software a less enjoyable experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is VMware vSphere solving and how is that benefiting you?

VMware vSphere addresses virtualization challenges by optimizing resource usage, reducing costs through server consolidation, and providing flexibility for scaling workloads. Its disaster recovery features ensure business continuity, while centralized management simplifies administration tasks. The platform's isolation and security measures enhance overall system resilience by containing issues within individual virtual machines. In essence, vSphere streamlines IT infrastructure, making it more efficient, cost-effective, and adaptable to changing demands. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Consumer Services

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

8/25/2025

"Great, if you can afford it"

2.5/5

What do you like best about VMware vSphere?

best on-prem feature set and stability in the past 15 years Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about VMware vSphere?

Cost. Broadcom. The only logical explanation is that all hyperscalers want VMware dead, so they can consume the on-prem business. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.