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Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform

byIBM (Red Hat)
in Container Management
4.7

Overview

Product Information on Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform?

Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform is a software designed to manage and orchestrate containerized applications across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. It is built on Kubernetes and supports automated application deployment, scaling, and management. The platform provides integrated developer tools, CI/CD pipelines, and security features to streamline the creation, testing, and deployment of applications. It offers support for multiple programming languages and frameworks, role-based access control, and resource monitoring. Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform addresses the business problem of efficiently deploying and managing applications in containers, enabling organizations to improve operational consistency, automation, and scalability within their IT infrastructure.

Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform Pricing

Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform software uses a subscription-based pricing model, which is structured according to the number of nodes, cores, or vCPUs needed in the deployment. Pricing may vary based on whether the software is deployed on-premises or in cloud environments, with options for support and updates included within the subscription terms.

Overall experience with Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform

TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER
3B - 10B USD, Insurance (except health)
FAVORABLE

“Red Hat OCP Provides Flexibility and Stability but Demands Steep Learning Curve”

5.0
Nov 4, 2025
The Red Hat OCP was a good choice for our use cases and gives our environment the stability and flexibility we needed. The possibility to clearly manage containers and elements of our infrastructure gave us the boost we needed. Analytics and logging features help us pinpoint problems and perform in-deep troubleshooting of issues.
cybersecurity
<50M USD, IT Services
CRITICAL

“User-centrice Excellence:A solid choice ”

3.0
Jan 20, 2024
efficiently facilites seamless user interactions,ensuring positive experience .

About Company

Company Description

Updated 7th December 2023

Red Hat specialises in offering enterprise open source solutions. The main business problem it addresses lies within the domain of Linux, hybrid cloud, edge, and Kubernetes technologies. It operates using a communal collaboration method which allows it to provide efficient technological solutions. Its dedicated professionals play an integral role in the idea generation process and problem-solving, resulting in significant advancements in the field.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1993
Head office location
Raleigh, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Website
http://www.redhat.com

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Reviewer Insights for: Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform
Performance of Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform Across Market Features

Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform Likes & Dislikes

Like

- flexibility - stability - troubleshooting performances

Like

1- comprehensive functionality 2- user friendly interface 3- Robust support

Like

Enterprise-Ready Kubernetes, Built-In Security, Hybrid & Multi-Cloud Support.

Dislike

- resoure intensive - steep learning curve - high complexity

Dislike

1- cost structure. 2- learning curve 3-limited customization

Dislike

Licensing & Subscription cost, Steep Learning Curve, Careful sizing and planning

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Peer Discussions

Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform Reviews and Ratings

4.7

(26 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
62%
4 Star
31%
3 Star
8%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.5

Integration & Deployment

4.5

Service & Support

4.6

Product Capabilities

4.5

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  • TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER
    1B-10B USD
    Insurance (except health)
    Review Source

    Red Hat OCP Provides Flexibility and Stability but Demands Steep Learning Curve

    5.0
    Nov 4, 2025
    The Red Hat OCP was a good choice for our use cases and gives our environment the stability and flexibility we needed. The possibility to clearly manage containers and elements of our infrastructure gave us the boost we needed. Analytics and logging features help us pinpoint problems and perform in-deep troubleshooting of issues.
  • CLOUD ARCHITECT
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Enterprise-Grade Kubernetes Platform with Robust Security and Scalability

    5.0
    Oct 1, 2025
    Red Hat Openshift provides a complete enterprise-ready Kubernetes solution with built-in security, monitoring and automation. Its seamless integration with CI/CD pipelines, strong RBAC, and container image security scanning ensure compliance and reliability.
  • ENGINEER
    10B+ USD
    Consumer Goods
    Review Source

    Container Platform Offers User-Friendly Interface But Limited Customization Flexibility

    5.0
    Nov 7, 2025
    Very good container platform to manage and scale applications
  • ENGINEERING MANAGER
    1B-10B USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Stable Performance and Robust Ecosystem Highlight This Kubernetes Platform Experience

    5.0
    Nov 5, 2025
    Stable and most up to date commercialized Kubernetes platform.
  • AUDIT MANAGER
    50M-1B USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Think Enterprise App Containerization, think RedHat OpenShift

    5.0
    Mar 17, 2024
    Since this is the only true enterprise level container orchestrator, it beats most of the other brand names out there that focuses more on lightweight containerization. What Open Shift excels at in comparison is the host of functions that comes with it out of the box without having to integrate much with othet devops tools for CICD.
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