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Dell PowerVault vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 29, 2025

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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerVault
Ranking in Enterprise SAN
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
34
Ranking in other categories
Fibre Channel (1st)
INFINIDAT InfiniBox
Ranking in Enterprise SAN
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Enterprise SAN category, the mindshare of Dell PowerVault is 21.2%, down from 27.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of INFINIDAT InfiniBox is 5.2%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise SAN Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Dell PowerVault21.2%
INFINIDAT InfiniBox5.2%
Other73.6%
Enterprise SAN
 

Featured Reviews

RicardoCardoso - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Team Leader Latam at MC Bauchemie
Centralized storage has supported long-term growth while simplifying regional data management
I consider the best features offered by Dell PowerVault to be that it is a platform that is easy to manage and does not require very broad technical expertise or advanced specialization, but at the same time it is a highly scalable platform. If the organization continues to grow over the coming years, we could add other elements to this same storage pool on the same platform. That gives us predictability and the assurance that we can continue relying on the same platform, even as the company continues to grow and develop over the coming years. Dell PowerVault is a super easy platform to manage and that is indeed something that stands out for us. When we went through the process of updating and upgrading from the previous platform we were using, which was also a platform based on Dell EMC technology, the big gain from moving this whole structure to Dell PowerVault is directly related to working with a cutting-edge platform, an extremely simple platform, and one that allows us all this scalability looking toward the future. I do not see managing advanced data management functions such as snapshots, replication, and provisioning with Dell PowerVault as something complex; it is something extremely simple and interactive, and the interface is quite easy to handle. Everything can be done through the interface itself, which is a very favorable point for this platform. I have used the HTML5 PowerVault Manager interface for ME5 and found it to be an extremely modern, simple, and stable interface, not only for doing all the initial configuration of the platform but also for day-to-day operation and management. It is an extremely robust and high-performance interface.
GM
Project Deployment at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Good performance, suitable for big data, but the response time could be improved
The primary use case for this product is high-performance storage This product has good performance. It is similar to the Dell PowerMax and Pure Storage FlashArray. The InfiniBox has three active controllers. The response time for read requests can be improved. It is not as good as the solution…

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable features are that it's easy to set up PowerVault. I also like the provisioning of storage."
"For customers who require entry-level storage, Dell PowerVault is an excellent choice."
"PowerVault comes with free software that performs functions like data deduplication and replication, which is cost-effective and delivers added value to the product."
"We've even used PowerVault series that we intended to use for five years for almost eight years, and it was still working fine, providing good ROI compared to any other brand, which are the overall advantages of Dell PowerVault."
"For the video use case where expansion is sometimes required quickly, Dell PowerVault proves to be an excellent solution due to its significant capacity and scalability over time."
"The security of the backup and the overall system that Dell PowerVault brings to the table is definitely the most valuable feature."
"The most valuable feature of Dell PowerVault is its ability to provide small to medium-range storage. It doesn't have any specific standout features, but it's great for applications, such as surveillance where a large number of videos need to be recorded and performance isn't a priority."
"I like the tool's CloudIQ feature."
"Mostly, their support is also great at reacting to issues but moreover, proactive to prevent issues."
"This product has good performance."
"Overall, this is a good product with good performance."
"Its ease of use, smooth integration into the existing environment, quick and easy management, the number of other features available such as snaps, remote replica, etc are valuable features."
 

Cons

"PowerVault could be improved by increasing its memory cache capacity and adding the ability to export data to the cloud."
"Dell PowerVault is block-oriented storage only."
"In the next release, I would like the deduplication and compression included, as well as the flash technology. It doesn't currently use it."
"The scalability is present but it is a bit complex to scale to the desired level. When we needed to increase the performance, we faced some issues."
"PowerVault could be improved by increasing its memory cache capacity and adding the ability to export data to the cloud."
"The product could support an NVMe hard disk."
"Only once when the storage array seem to be very slow and caused VMware Hosts to not see the volumes."
"If you do not have an existing relationship with Dell or are exploring the market for the first time, the initial acquisition cost of Dell PowerVault is high compared to competitors such as Hitachi or IBM, which often undercut prices."
"InfiniBox, right now, offers only asynchronous replication between two storages."
"The response time for read requests can be improved."
"The response time for read requests can be improved. It is not as good as the solution from Pure Storage."
"The solution isn’t scalable by itself. It’s a self-contained storage solution, i.e., if you need more space, buy another box."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price is reasonable and we are satisfied with it."
"I would rate the pricing model a nine out of ten, with one being expensive and ten being cheap."
"The price of Dell PowerVault could be reduced. It is more expensive than some IBM solutions."
"I rate the solution's pricing a seven to eight out of ten."
"They are offering a wide range of support models for the customers such as basic support that is budget-friendly, but they also provide a professional support solution that is a bit costly"
"The cost, compared to other solutions, is on the higher end."
"I rate Dell PowerVault a six or seven out of ten for pricing."
"The product is inexpensive."
"The best features come included without any additional cost."
"The license covers any feature and also, the future features are already included. It is as easy as a 1, 2 and 3."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
16%
Computer Software Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Government
7%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Healthcare Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business15
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise13
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell PowerVault?
I think the price, implementation cost, and licensing of Dell PowerVault is reasonable. Considering the resources it delivers, the security, and the reliability the platform gives us, all the costs...
What needs improvement with Dell PowerVault?
Something that could be improved or enhanced by Dell is more exchange of new information about the technology itself, a broader exchange of suggestions, new contributions, and new insights that we ...
What is your primary use case for Dell PowerVault?
Dell PowerVault is our main storage and is responsible for storing all productive data of the company in Latin America. Since Dell PowerVault is responsible for all productive data, that includes i...
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Sample Customers

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