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VM Server

byOracle
in Server Virtualization (Transitioning to Server Virtualization Platforms)
4.3

Overview

Product Information on VM Server

Updated 13th October 2025

What is VM Server?

VM Server is a software developed to provide server virtualization for enterprise environments, enabling users to create and manage virtual machines efficiently. The software offers features such as rapid deployment, configuration, and control of virtual machines, supporting both Linux and Windows operating systems. VM Server utilizes technology to allow multiple operating environments to run simultaneously on physical hardware, helping organizations consolidate workloads and optimize server usage. It integrates with virtualization management tools for streamlined administration, supports live migration of workloads, and focuses on resource allocation and efficiency. VM Server addresses business challenges by reducing hardware costs, improving scalability, and simplifying the management of servers within data centers.

VM Server Pricing

VM Server software from Oracle uses a subscription-based pricing model, typically structured per server or per managed instance. Pricing is often based on the number of sockets or processors in the server. Additional support and updates are offered through separate support contracts, which are usually tiered according to the server specifications and level of support selected.

Overall experience with VM Server

Sys Admin
50M - 250M USD, Manufacturing
FAVORABLE

“Solid KVM based virtualization platform with strong Oracle Linux integration”

4.0
Jan 12, 2026
We are new to this technology but for now we had a positive overall experience. The platform is stable and well integrated with Oracle Linux, and also provides a solid KVM based virtualization stack. It works reliably for Oracle workloads and general purpose virtual machines, however the ecosystem and tooling needs to be more mature.
Security Analyst
500M - 1B USD, Software
CRITICAL

“OCI Virtual Machines Provide Affordable Compute With Seamless Oracle Product Integration”

3.0
Feb 3, 2026
OCI virtual machines offer fast, cost-efficient compute that will be enough for all of your typical VM needs, integrating well with the rest of the OCI environment.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 6th March 2025

Oracle is a cloud technology company that offers computing infrastructure and software solutions globally. This organization has developed an autonomous database, the first of its kind, to help manage and secure data. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure presents functionalities to facilitate the transition of workloads from on-site systems to the cloud, and vice versa, as well as between different clouds. Oracle's cloud software applications provide modern tools designed to support sustainable growth and resilience in businesses. Tools developed by Oracle are used by a wide range of users including nonprofit organizations and businesses of various sizes, to aid in operations like supply chain streamlining, human resource management, financial planning and connecting data and global users. Apart from business solutions, Oracle's technology also aids in tasks ranging from government defense to scientific and medical research.

Company Details

Updated 13th March 2024
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1977
Head office location
Redwood Shores, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD
Website
http://www.oracle.com

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User Sentiment About VM Server
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VM Server Likes & Dislikes

Like

Strong integration with Oracle Linux and KVM, providing a supported and consistent virtualization stack. Good performance and stability, particularly for Oracle middleware workloads. Cost efficiency, especially comapred to traditional enterprise hypervisors, with predictable licensing and support.

Like

The service offers strong bare metal competition, having most of the features of other major cloud providers, often for a cheaper cost and integrating well with other Oracle products, such as Oracle databases.

Like

1) Optimized for Oracle workloads 2) Cost advantage for Oracle Environments 3) Mature virtualization core

Dislike

Management interface and tooling are still in an early stage and need improvement. Smaller ecosystem and third-party integrations, particularly around backup tools. Steeper learning curve for teams without prior KVM or Oracle Linux experience.

Dislike

Due to OCI being a smaller and newer competitor, it has fewer instance types for VMs, fewer regions, a less mature interface and breadth of features and has fewer third party integrations.

Dislike

1) Limited product innovation 2) Operational Complexity 3) Unclear Long-Term Roadmap 4) Weak ecosystem

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Peer Discussions

VM Server Reviews and Ratings

4.3

(62 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
44%
4 Star
35%
3 Star
19%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
2%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.3

Integration & Deployment

4.2

Service & Support

4.2

Product Capabilities

4.3

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  • Sys Admin
    50M-1B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Solid KVM based virtualization platform with strong Oracle Linux integration

    4.0
    Jan 12, 2026
    We are new to this technology but for now we had a positive overall experience. The platform is stable and well integrated with Oracle Linux, and also provides a solid KVM based virtualization stack. It works reliably for Oracle workloads and general purpose virtual machines, however the ecosystem and tooling needs to be more mature.
  • Project Manager
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Oracle VM Server Offers Stability for Workloads but Faces Innovation Challenges

    5.0
    Jan 27, 2026
    Our experience with Oracle VM server has been Mixed , The Platform performs reliably for Oracle workloads and integrates well with Oracle products, However , Limited innovation, reduced vendor focus and operational alternatives impact its overall value
  • Security Analyst
    50M-1B USD
    Software
    Review Source

    OCI Virtual Machines Provide Affordable Compute With Seamless Oracle Product Integration

    3.0
    Feb 3, 2026
    OCI virtual machines offer fast, cost-efficient compute that will be enough for all of your typical VM needs, integrating well with the rest of the OCI environment.
  • SR. ARCHITECT
    50M-1B USD
    Healthcare and Biotech
    Review Source

    Oracle VM VirtualBox easy to use

    4.0
    Sep 2, 2025
    Oracle VM VirtualBox makes it easy to use, develop, test and deploy solutions on multiple software platforms. Users do not need to wait for powerful machines, instead they can use their laptop or desktop to test the solution, also they no need to depend on specific platform.
  • It Associate
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Efficient Optimization Reduces Hardware Expenses Amid Setup and Stability Challenges

    5.0
    Jan 19, 2026
    Cost effective with fantastic optimization while receiving one of the best supported products we have implemented.
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