FireStart vs vCenter Orchestrator comparison

FireStart and VMware are both solutions in the Process Automation category. FireStart is ranked #69, while VMware is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.1. FireStart holds a 0.0% mindshare in PA, compared to VMware’s 0.3% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of VMware users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Categories and Ranking

FireStart

Ranking in Process Automation

69th

Average Rating

0.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

vCenter Orchestrator

Ranking in Process Automation

6th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

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Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Process Automation category, the mindshare of FireStart is 0.0%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of vCenter Orchestrator is 0.3%, down from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Enhance automation efficiency with cost-effective graphical workflow design

I use vCenter Orchestrator for automation purposes, specifically to run automation workbooks The most valuable features are the graphical UI for designing the workflows and the interfaces that come out of the box. Additionally, it is included in the VMware Vitalization Stack, which means there…

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Computer Software Company

21%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Government

11%

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What do you like most about vCenter Orchestrator?

The stability of the product is very good.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for vCenter Orchestrator?

We're running a low-profile budget. This is not our main focus on investment technology, so we're trying to reduce costs due to the change from perpetual to subscription licenses.

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What needs improvement with vCenter Orchestrator?

After the change from perpetual licensing to subscriptions, the cost model changed. We are considering alternatives since we lost the perpetual aspect, and support is changing.

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Overview

FireStart is a powerful business process automation tool that streamlines workflows, improves efficiency, and reduces manual tasks.

With its user-friendly interface and seamless integration with other systems, FireStart is highly praised by users. Its intuitive UI, efficient task management, and robust reporting capabilities make it a valuable tool for organizations looking to automate their processes and make data-driven decisions.

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VMware vCenter Orchestrator simplifies the automation of complex IT tasks and integrates with VMware vCloud Suite components to adapt and extend service delivery and operational management, effectively working with existing infrastructure, tools and processes.

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Sample Customers

1. Siemens 2. PwC 3. Deloitte 4. KPMG 5. EY 6. IBM 7. Accenture 8. Microsoft 9. SAP 10. Oracle 11. Cisco 12. HP 13. Intel 14. Adobe 15. Amazon 16. Google 17. Facebook 18. Apple 19. Netflix 20. Uber 21. Airbnb 22. Tesla 23. General Electric 24. Coca-Cola 25. Procter & Gamble 26. Johnson & Johnson 27. Walmart 28. Target 29. Nike 30. McDonald's 31. Toyota 32. Samsung

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