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Citrix XenServer pros and cons

Vendor: Citrix
4.1 out of 5
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PROS

Citrix XenServer provides exceptional support and hardware integrations, which are faster compared to other solutions.
It offers a cost-effective licensing policy, especially for those with Citrix XenDesktop, saving on expenses.
The system is praised for its easy deployment and management, suitable for small to medium-sized businesses.
The hypervisor is highly stable, effectively protecting virtual machines against security threats and maximizing hardware utilization.
Users benefit from features like VM live migration, compatibility across various clouds, and effective integration with other solutions.

CONS

Citrix XenServer needs improvement with its security features and built-in networking capabilities.
The self-service user portal lacks granular customization options.
Assigning the order of virtual server startup is not user-friendly.
Citrix XenServer's licensing costs and technical support availability are often cited as problematic.
There is a need for better backup and integration with third-party backup solutions.
 

Citrix XenServer Pros review quotes

MS
Jul 14, 2023
Citrix Hypervisor is simple to use.
SP
Jun 11, 2025
The most valuable feature is transferring and sharing applications that allow users to move files between devices, including smartphones, tablets, and computers without needing USB cables, internet connections, or data usage.
AM
Apr 20, 2021
The ability to move a virtual machine while it is running is a big advantage.
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SivaKuppala - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 29, 2024
The core function enables multiple virtual machines to run on a single physical server. This maximizes hardware utilization and efficiency.
VivekKumar10 - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 11, 2025
Licensing with Citrix XenServer is very cost-effective, and organizations save substantial money because competing solutions, such as VMware, cost double or triple.
Achim Heisler - PeerSpot reviewer
Sep 14, 2023
Citrix is easy to use and is stable.
ME
Apr 20, 2021
It is quite flexible and rugged. It is also easy to understand and user-friendly. It is not as complicated as some of the other solutions. It has its technicalities, but it is easy to understand. You can easily pick up in a short period of time and understand how to manage the infrastructure.
MR
Oct 5, 2021
Citrix Hypervisor integrates easily and I can manage the infrastructure better. If I need to take a machine down to expand the hard drive, I do not have to physically be here. I do not need to order new equipment or new hard drives. I can shut it down, increase the drive space and bring it back up.
WV
Oct 15, 2019
The feature I find most valuable, is its performance
Kim Gudiksen - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 13, 2022
The initial setup is easy.
 

Citrix XenServer Cons review quotes

MS
Jul 14, 2023
The graphics user interface is pretty bad.
SP
Jun 11, 2025
While Citrix Hypervisor remains a reliable virtualization platform, several areas could be improved to better meet enterprise needs.
AM
Apr 20, 2021
It needs to have a more robust backup solution.
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SivaKuppala - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 29, 2024
There's a learning curve, especially for those coming from a Microsoft background. Setting it up and managing it can introduce some complexity.
VivekKumar10 - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 11, 2025
There appear to be very few engineers at Citrix who understand the problems, and we experience considerable delays in support.
Achim Heisler - PeerSpot reviewer
Sep 14, 2023
Citrix is not investing in the virtual surroundings.
ME
Apr 20, 2021
I am not very sure about how flexible Citrix Hypervisor is with different types of infrastructures. I only know it is flexible with Nutanix, but I am not sure if it is also flexible with others. They can make its integration with other platforms or OEMs easy. They should also make it easy for users to manage their infrastructure. Citrix should make compatibility information related to a hypervisor easily available in a datasheet. Citrix isn't really recognized in this part of the world, and they need to expand their solution and make it more available. There are a lot of customers and companies that are looking for a solution like Citrix, and it should be available in this part of the world. They need to educate people more. Technically, it is good and flexible and has good ability, but it is not as much known as VMware or Microsoft. Their support should also be improved. Currently, if you don't have an updated version, they will not give you the attention.
MR
Oct 5, 2021
I find that the features in Citrix Hypervisor are not as rich as with VMware. It would be a benefit if they had some of the other features VMware has, such as the ability to expand a drive on the fly. You do not have to take down the machine to do it but in Citrix you do.
WV
Oct 15, 2019
I think the technical support could be better.
Kim Gudiksen - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 13, 2022
The interface has to be updated.