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VM Server

byOracle
in Server Virtualization (Transitioning to Server Virtualization Platforms)
4.4

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

Senior Manager
3B - 10B USD, IT Services
FAVORABLE

“Customizable Resource Allocation Simplifies Handling Diverse Project Requirements”

5.0
Mar 17, 2026
I am using VM server setup for one of my SIEM project. VM server has given me a soild experience for managing multiple environments on a single machine. Once all of the system configurations are configured properly the system runs very smoothly. Even once you get handson the tool its gets more easier with the configuration part it only takes minutes to create a machine.
Software Developer
500M - 1B USD, Media
CRITICAL

“Stability and Performance Remain Strong Despite Lack of Ongoing Updates and Support”

3.0
Mar 11, 2026
Reliable for the workloads we're already running on it. However, due to it officially being a legacy product that is no longer receiving updates / new features, we are not using it for any new workloads.

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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VM Server Likes & Dislikes

Like

I like the feature of hosting multiple virtual machines working on them together too and causing no major issues. I even like the features where I can on my own set CPU and RAM according to my system and project need. I even like the feature where i can a make machine with multiple linux,debian options.

Like

We are running some legacy solaris workloads, and the stability and performance of these is much better than on any other hypervisor we have tried. The hard-partitioning, essentially pinning CPU's to VMs saves us a lot of costs since now we don't have to pay specific license costs for each core in the physical server. It's a mature and battle-tested architecture that has been very stable and reliable for some of our most critical workloads.

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.

Dislike

On a begineer level to setup a VM it can be confusing to create a machine and also its configurations too.I would suggest if some steps or guide book can help during initial stages only. Also sometimes while running multiple machines there can be some perfromance drop issues too.

Dislike

Since the extended support has ended, this product is no longer receiving bug fixes, security patches or new features. Managing the stack is hard, and requires its own complex stack just to be able to manage the hypervisor. The maintenance burden is thus quite high. Handles over-commitment of resources poorly, causing the need to buy more capacity than you require.

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.

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Peer Discussions

VM Server Reviews and Ratings

4.4

(75 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
44%
4 Star
37%
3 Star
17%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
1%
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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  • Software Developer
    50M-1B USD
    Media
    Review Source

    Stability and Performance Remain Strong Despite Lack of Ongoing Updates and Support

    3.0
    Mar 11, 2026
    Reliable for the workloads we're already running on it. However, due to it officially being a legacy product that is no longer receiving updates / new features, we are not using it for any new workloads.
  • Senior Manager
    1B-10B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Customizable Resource Allocation Simplifies Handling Diverse Project Requirements

    5.0
    Mar 17, 2026
    I am using VM server setup for one of my SIEM project. VM server has given me a soild experience for managing multiple environments on a single machine. Once all of the system configurations are configured properly the system runs very smoothly. Even once you get handson the tool its gets more easier with the configuration part it only takes minutes to create a machine.
  • 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.
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