When evaluating vSphere alternatives, users should pay particular attention to their reliability, stability, and ability to support business services in the production environment. Some vSphere alternatives are KVM-based virtualizations, which may seem similar to vSphere in basic features like VM lifecycle management, VM HA, and resource load balancing. However, these alternatives’ performance, ease of use, and effectiveness can only be assessed through a long-term validation via PoC or supporting backup environment.

Notably, Gartner’s report also highlights the importance of examining the migration implications and available tools when evaluating vSphere alternatives, as many of these products lack reliable migration tools.

For more information on vSphere replacement, please refer to our previous blog: Exploring VMware Alternatives? Tips for Enterprises with Varying Levels of VMware Dependency