Oracle VM Reviews

Name: Oracle VM
Brand: Oracle
Rating: 4.0 (84 reviews)

4.0 out of 5

84 reviews
84% willing to recommend

What is Oracle VM?

Oracle VM for x86

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Oracle VM is the #6 ranked solution in best Server Virtualization Software. PeerSpot users give Oracle VM an average rating of 8.0 out of 10. Oracle VM is most commonly compared to VMware vSphere: Oracle VM vs VMware vSphere. Oracle VM is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 54% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a computer software company, accounting for 13% of all views.

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Nitin Singh

Architect at Infinite Computer Solutions

We are working with Oracle VM and Oracle OLVM We have used both Oracle VM and Oracle OLVM. It has been four or five years since we started using these solutions. Both products are from Oracle. Oracle VM provides automation capabilities in the new version. We have been using this solution for…

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Rasika Sudasinghe

Senior Director - Systems Architecture at MIT ESP

Oracle VM is an obsolete product in that no new features are coming for it. The new version is called Oracle KVM. The only improvement needed for Oracle VM is the look and feel of the interface. When comparing the user console with vCenter, the interface used to control VMware environments, Oracle VM's user interface is not that rich in terms of user experience. If Oracle could improve that, it would be good. Besides that, we don't know if the solution comes with a roadmap because it comes free of charge with Oracle x86. We can't expect something similar to vCenter in KVM, but at least if you can improve what users can experience, then it would be good.

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Andre-Rocha

Senior Database Specialist at Deverg

The product is not very stable when you upgrade the system. The system runs well. You will not have any problems with day-by-day work. For example, I have 12 machines running currently. They have been running for many years. The new OEM has some issues. The new VM has been running for around one year now. If I upgrade the system, I will need a similar system with significant capacity or a high-quality environment before upgrading the production environment to prevent any system downtime. I rate the solution’s stability a seven out of ten.

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Oracle VM mindshare

As of August 2025, the mindshare of Oracle VM in the Server Virtualization Software category stands at 7.2%, up from 6.6% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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PeerResearch reports based on Oracle VM reviews

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Title	Rating	Mindshare	Recommending
VMware vSphere	4.4	16.4%	94%	456 interviews Add to research
Proxmox VE	4.3	17.0%	98%	62 interviews Add to research

Valuable Features

Oracle VM offers network and storage enhancements, policy-based management, and a GUI for efficient management. It supports up to 160 CPUs, provides real-time monitoring, and simplifies network configuration. Users highlight its cost-effectiveness, live migration, scalability, and integration with Oracle databases. Oracle VM allows easy deployment with templates and reduces licensing costs through hard partitioning. It supports diverse OS, offers superior virtualization features, and is favored for its high availability and performance benefits.

"We have been using the solution for four to five years, which demonstrates its reliability."
"Oracle VMs and logical domains have proven reliable over the years."
"I can dynamically adjust resources—it's stable and offers virtual functions."

Room for Improvement

Oracle VM experiences issues with stability, particularly with the drag-and-drop feature and UI inconsistencies. Problems persist with backups, snapshots, and performance monitoring. Users face difficulties with security, role-based access, and integration with external systems. The lack of memory over-subscription and CPU over-subscription is a setback. Documentation, ease of installation, and the user interface need enhancement. Language limitations and complex CLI options hinder some users. Network virtualization and hardware functionalities require improvement.

"The response time and quality of support could be improved."
"The main drawback is having a single hardware with multiple logical domains. If I have limited systems and there is maintenance on the hardware, the Oracle systems are impacted."
"Not every upgrade goes smoothly, and after an upgrade, it sometimes stops working. There are cases where I had to downgrade the system to get it working again."

ROI

Oracle VM's return on investment varies. Some observe high, quick returns due to flexible licensing and reduced costs, enabling scalability and efficient resource allocation. Others find it challenging to quantify, as costs are tied to Oracle hardware. While it is cost-effective and user-friendly, some users find the tool expensive or see minimal direct benefits. Efficient deployment and time savings are noted, but overall satisfaction differs among users depending on usage and context.

Pricing

Enterprise buyers find Oracle VM cost-effective, primarily because it's free to use with Oracle infrastructure. Support is the main cost, which is manageable and included with Oracle hardware. Licensing on a per-core basis reduces Oracle product costs and offers flexibility, especially for future growth. Users benefit from zero license fees, unlike VMware, though support subscription is optional but affordable. Oracle VM is often a cheaper alternative, appealing to those already using Oracle solutions.

"The pricing for the platform is aligned with other enterprise virtualization solutions."
"Oracle VM is an open-source solution."
"The user will be charged accordingly as well—pay as you go. Basically, you get charged only for storage. If I stop a VM, then I'm not charged for the CPU usage. So, that's fine."

Popular Use Cases

Oracle VM is primarily used for server virtualization and deploying Oracle databases and applications. It facilitates private cloud setups, license management, and supports internal development, training, and PoC environments. Many utilize it for hosting Oracle licensed products, offering cost-effective compliance with licensing through hard partitioning and CPU pinning. Others deploy it for ERP, middleware, and test environments, enjoying its compatibility and ease with pre-configured Oracle templates.

Service and Support

Feedback for Oracle VM support shows varied experiences. Some report initial challenges but acknowledge improvements over time. Many users find technical support knowledgeable, particularly for engineered systems. While some praise their customer service as efficient and responsive, others note variability in expertise, especially at the first support level. Users appreciate available resources and documentation. High-priority issues receive focused attention, with 24/7 premium options available. Overall satisfaction is generally high.

Deployment

Many found Oracle VM's initial setup straightforward and user-friendly, especially when following documentation or using the Command Line. It simplifies deployment like installing a Linux-based system, streamlining processes that previously took longer. However, some experienced challenges due to inadequate familiarity or complexity in advanced setups, like building private clouds. Documentation quality and environmental factors often influenced ease, requiring varying levels of expertise and sometimes additional time.

Scalability

Oracle VM demonstrates strong scalability according to various sources. Users have scaled environments from small clusters to large setups without significant issues. It's effective in both vertical and horizontal scaling, accommodating thousands of virtual machines and diverse CPU generations. While some hardware constraints exist, many find it adaptable for varying organizational sizes. Its ability to integrate with existing systems and manage resource allocation efficiently is highlighted, making it suitable for large institutions seeking scalability.

Stability

Users describe Oracle VM as stable, especially in newer versions. Initial issues with LUN presentation and unsupported storage were resolved. Certified hardware and updated versions contribute to its reliability. Some users faced challenges with OVM Manager and upgrades, and bugs existed in earlier releases. Although some experience network and storage limitations, most praise its strong performance and reliability, mentioning it rarely crashes or freezes, leading to satisfaction with its robust functionality.

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Learn more about Oracle VM

Oracle VM for x86 is a Xen based server virtualization platform for public and private cloud and traditional on premise deployment. Oracle VM offers full lifecycle and application deployment from disk to cloud.

Designed and optimized for security, efficiency and performance Oracle VM supports major hardware vendors x86 and storage platforms and can run workloads on Linux, Windows and Oracle Solaris. Uniquely for our virtualization platform it offers live patching via Ksplice enhancing security and minimizing service disruption. Oracle VM supports hard partitioning which can significantly reduce software applications licensing costs.

Oracle VM for SPARC

Oracle VM for SPARC is a firmware based virtualization platform for Oracle and Fujitsu SPARC based servers running Solaris. Oracle VM supports hard partitioning which can significantly reduce software applications licensing costs.

Oracle VM customers

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