Hyper-V is a hardware virtualization tool that allows users to create virtual computer environments with multiple operating systems on a single physical server. Each virtual machine has computer parts, such as memory, processor, storage, and networking, and acts like a standard computer - running its own operating system and software programs. Each component of the virtual machine can be configured to meet your specific requirements.
| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Hyper-V | 16.4% |
| VMware vSphere | 17.4% |
| Proxmox VE | 14.7% |
| Other | 51.5% |
| Type | Title | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Server Virtualization Software | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Product | Reviews, tips, and advice from real users | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Hyper-V vs VMware vSphere | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Hyper-V vs Proxmox VE | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Hyper-V vs Nutanix AHV Virtualization | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Title | Rating | Mindshare | Recommending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VMware vSphere | 4.4 | 17.4% | 94% | 457 interviewsAdd to research |
| Proxmox VE | 4.3 | 14.7% | 98% | 62 interviewsAdd to research |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 57 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 29 |
| Large Enterprise | 37 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 787 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 443 |
| Large Enterprise | 1371 |
Hyper-V creates a cost-effective, stable, and productive server virtualization environment by running multiple operating systems, such as Windows, Linux, and more, in parallel on one machine or server. Each virtual machine runs in its own isolated space, which means you can run many virtual machines simultaneously but independently of each other. This helps prevent problems such as a crash affecting the other workloads and enables different users to separately access various systems.
Benefits of Hyper-V
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Reviews from Real Users
Hyper-V stands out among its competitors for a number of reasons. Several major ones are its flexibility, its replication capabilities, and the fact that its virtual machines utilize a small amount of resources..
Liam L., the owner of a tech services company, writes, “It is actually very low on resources. It doesn't use many resources. It is also very easy to tailor. You can change things like the amount of memory and storage on the fly. It is very stable and reliable. I like its replication feature, which is very good. It is also very easy to move the virtual machines across push servers without any difficulty. Its performance is also very good. Now with this pandemic, a lot of workers are working from home. A lot of workers have been using laptops as their desktop computers, and they would remote into a virtual PC. There is no difficulty, and they can't tell the difference between this and the real one. It is much easier to manage.”
Kevin E. an IT director at Homeland Technology Group, LLC, notes, “We've probably seen a 50 percent speed increase on our SQL server. Hyper-V has also significantly reduced our downtimes with faster boot-up and reboot. If we have to reboot a server, there is maybe two or three minutes of downtime. When we were on a bare-metal server, it could be five to ten minutes due to the total boot time.”
Large customer base from all industries, all over the world. Two major Hyper-V customers are Telefonica and EmpireCLS.
| Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Vice President Hybrid Cloud Operations at Accenture | 3.5 | In my experience at Accenture, Hyper-V effectively manages virtual machines in smaller workloads due to its cost-effectiveness, though it requires improvements in Quality of Service and VLAN management. I primarily use VMware for its advanced features and stability. |
| Software Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees | 4.0 | I use Hyper-V for creating virtual machines on hardware as a free, stable alternative to VMware. It is easy to set up but lacks automation and customization features, requiring improvement. Reporting and audit logs need additional tools for better functionality. |
| Network and Infrastructure Manager at Sonysugar | 4.5 | I've used Hyper-V for two years and found it scalable, cost-effective, and easy to set up, although licensing is expensive. It maximizes server space, supports efficient migration, and technical support has been excellent. |
| Head it at Ace Designers Limited | 4.5 | I primarily use Hyper-V to create virtual machines, finding its quick provisioning feature and ease of setup particularly valuable. However, Hyper-V could improve by incorporating more features from VMware, as many backup tools prefer VMware. |
| Technical Manager at OAK integrated System Pvt Ltd | 4.0 | We use Hyper-V because our customers prefer Microsoft solutions, and it integrates well with backup systems. However, licensing for new VMs is a drawback. Improvements in reporting and security are needed, and competitors like VMware and Proxmox are considered. |
| Manager of Systems at Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology | 4.0 | I use Hyper-V for its ease and user-friendliness in managing virtual machines and demonstrating Microsoft products on-premises. Its high availability is valuable, though improvements in platform support are needed. Previously, I used KVM, Proxmox, and VMware. |
| Director IT at Servnet | 4.0 | In my review of Hyper-V, I found its performance strong, especially with Linux and its integration with Azure, making hybrid cloud setups seamless. However, it needs improved on-premises solutions and certifications for third-party integrations to enhance its market appeal. |
| Operation Database Administrator & Manager at a hospitality company with 1,001-5,000 employees | 3.5 | I use Hyper-V in my company for SQL Server hosting and value its replication feature for automatic failover during maintenance. However, the operation time should be improved. I have compared it to VMware, which I find superior. |
