[ Worksta... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/reviews) [ Worksta... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/reviews) # VMware Workstation Pro Pricing Overview [Editedit](https://my.g2.com/vmware-workstation-pro/pricings) **VMware Workstation Pro has not provided pricing information for this product or service.** This is common practice for software sellers and service providers. The pricing insights provided here are based on user reviews and are intended to give you an indication of value. Alternatively, contact VMware Workstation Pro to obtain current pricing. Small-Business $$$$ ##### 22% more expensive than the avg. Server Virtualization product [Read Small-Business Reviews](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/reviews?filters%5Bcompany_segment%5D%5B%5D=179) Mid-Market $$$$ ##### 6% less expensive than the avg. Server Virtualization product [Read Mid-Market Reviews](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/reviews?filters%5Bcompany_segment%5D%5B%5D=180) Enterprise $$$$ ##### 18% more expensive than the avg. Server Virtualization product [Read Enterprise Reviews](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/reviews?filters%5Bcompany_segment%5D%5B%5D=181) Pricing information for VMware Workstation Pro is supplied by the software provider or retrieved from publicly accessible pricing materials. Final cost negotiations to purchase VMware Workstation Pro must be conducted with the seller. Pricing information was last updated on December 10, 2015 Show More ## Pricing Insights Averages based on real user reviews. ### Time to Implement 1 month ### Return on Investment 13 months ### Average Discount 16% ### Perceived Cost $$$$$ [ ![Sangfor Cloud Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/4f566db1e8454304348c2e4d7c5d89e9/sangfor-cloud-platform.svg "Sangfor Cloud Platform") Sponsored Sangfor Cloud Platform 4.7/5 (78) Visit Website ](javascript:void(0)) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![VirtualBox](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/0e9e8c0391aec772a9e9dcc84c23bda1/virtualbox.png "VirtualBox") VirtualBox 4.5/5 (293) ](https://www.g2.com/products/virtualbox/reviews) [ ![Azure Virtual Machines](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_f176b4154a751d10150daa67a57b7dc5/azure-virtual-machines.jpg "Azure Virtual Machines") Azure Virtual Machines 4.4/5 (377) ](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-virtual-machines/reviews) [ ![Google Compute Engine](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/112ea87cf5f7fb4aea8f042c6bdd3bdd/google-compute-engine.svg "Google Compute Engine") Google Compute Engine 4.5/5 (875) ](https://www.g2.com/products/google-compute-engine/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-workstation-pro/competitors/alternatives) ## VMware Workstation Pro Alternatives Pricing The following is a quick overview of editions offered by other [Server Virtualization Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/server-virtualization) | ![Google Compute Engine](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_97ec1badd876ddbaa5fd106ec25e68ee/google-compute-engine.png) [Google Compute Engine](https://www.g2.com/products/google-compute-engine/reviews) ##### Beyond Free Tier and Free Trial | Pay As You GoPer Month | Pricing for Compute Engine is based on per-second usage of the machine types, persistent disks, and other resources that you select for your virtual machines. - Compute Engine charges for usage based on the following price sheet: https://cloud.google.com/compute/all-pricing | | ![Proxmox VE](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_00ed9359853dde05cd4c34e2bc47ec95/proxmox-ve.png) [Proxmox VE](https://www.g2.com/products/proxmox-ve/reviews) ##### COMMUNITY | € 4,99month (per CPU) | - Access to Enterprise repository - Support via community forum | | ![SC// HyperCore Virtualization Suite](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_92b6d49267f81e4c1ab9679e6baa63eb/sc-hypercore-virtualization-suite.png) [SC// HyperCore Virtualization Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/sc-hypercore-virtualization-suite/reviews) ##### Standard | $189.001 Software License Only. Per core, per year, 5-year term. Per Year | Right-sized solutions to simplify IT operations without sacrificing reliability. - Unlimited CPU and Storage Options - Distributed Storage with High Availability - Virtualization and VM Management - Manual Snapshots & Cloning - Live Virtual Drive Expansion - UEFI VM Support - RBAC & Single Sign-On - Automated Storage Tiering - REST API Access [Show More](javascript:void(0);) | Various alternatives pricing & plans Pricing information for the above various VMware Workstation Pro alternatives is supplied by the respective software provider or retrieved from publicly accessible pricing materials. Final cost negotiations to purchase any of these products must be conducted with the seller. ## Workstation Pro Pricing Reviews (2) JS Jose S. Sysadmin Mid Information Technology and Services Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 10/8/2025 More Options - "Powerful Virtualization with a Learning Curve" 5/5 What do you like best about VMware Workstation Pro? I appreciate VMware Workstation Pro for its extensive features and capabilities compared to alternatives like VirtualBox. Once familiar with it, the setup becomes quite easy. I value its ability to create lab environments and its seamless integration with other systems like VMware vCenter, enhancing my working experience tremendously. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about VMware Workstation Pro? I found the initial setup of VMware Workstation Pro to be pretty challenging. It requires at least a basic understanding of networking to configure everything correctly, especially in terms of handling virtual links added to the PC. This can be difficult for those who are not familiar with networking concepts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is VMware Workstation Pro solving and how is that benefiting you? VMware Workstation Pro allows me to create lab environments using VMs, enabling testing of different OS like Windows Server and integration with vCenter. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Mahendran D.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Mahendran D.") MD Mahendran D. Senior System Engineer Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 10/19/2025 More Options - "Robust Virtualisation and Snapshot Features Make VMware Workstation Pro a Standout" 4/5 What do you like best about VMware Workstation Pro? VMware Workstation Pro is widely appreciated for several standout features, especially by professionals like you who work in systems engineering. Robust Virtualisation Capabilities,Snapshot and Clone Features,Snapshot and Clone Features,Integration with vSphere/ESXi Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about VMware Workstation Pro? 1.High Resource Consumption Running multiple VMs can be heavy on CPU and RAM, especially if the host system isn’t high-end. It’s not ideal for lightweight or older machines. 2. Cost It’s a premium product with a relatively high license fee compared to free alternatives like VirtualBox. No free version for professional use, which can be a barrier for small teams or individual developers. 3. Limited Mac Support VMware Workstation Pro is not available for macOS. Mac users have to use VMware Fusion, which is a separate product with its own quirks. 4. Complex Licensing and Activation Some users report issues with license activation, especially in corporate environments with proxy or firewall restrictions. 5. Occasional UI Lag The interface, while functional, can sometimes feel dated or sluggish, especially when managing many VMs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is VMware Workstation Pro solving and how is that benefiting you? 1. Multi-OS Testing and Development Problem: Need to test software across different operating systems without multiple physical machines. Solution: VMware lets you run Windows, Linux, and other OSes simultaneously on one host. Benefit to You: You can validate system behavior across platforms without rebooting or switching hardware. 2. Safe Environment for Experimentation Problem: Risk of damaging the host system when testing new configurations or software. Solution: VMs are isolated, so any crash or misconfiguration stays contained. Benefit to You: You can experiment freely with system setups, patches, or scripts without fear of affecting your main environment. 3. Snapshot and Rollback Problem: Time-consuming recovery from failed tests or updates. Solution: Snapshots allow quick rollback to a known good state. Benefit to You: Saves time and effort during iterative testing or troubleshooting. 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