HPE 3PAR StoreServ vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox comparison

The compared Hewlett Packard Enterprise and INFINIDAT solutions aren't in the same category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #11 in AFS , with an average rating of 8.8, and holds a 4.0% mindshare in the category. INFINIDAT is ranked #7 in ES , and holds a 8.3% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of INFINIDAT users who would recommend it.

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Mindshare comparison

All-Flash Storage Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
HPE 3PAR StoreServ	4.0%
Dell PowerStore	9.1%
NetApp AFF	7.3%
Other	79.6%

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Enterprise SAN Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
INFINIDAT InfiniBox	8.3%
Dell PowerStore	14.0%
Dell PowerVault	12.3%
Other	65.4%

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Q&A Highlights

it_user789666

Works at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Mar 08, 2018

HPE 3PAR Flash Storage vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox

I know some really sharp people at Infinidat, many of whom are former XIVers. I've read the technical briefs and I think the technology is solid. And of course, there's no doubting the brilliance of Moshe Yanai. But here's the thing; I don't know any Infinidat customers. No one in any of the accounts I've covered has this solution installed. By contrast, I've run across a multitude of 3Par customers, most of whom are loyal to the brand and swear by the technology.

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Sowjanya MV

Technical Lead at Wipro Limited

Has improved performance for mission-critical workloads and enabled seamless non-disruptive upgrades

The availability is 99.99%, which is the main factor any customer would need because their data should be available whenever they want to access it. This is one main critical thing. It is very easy to upgrade since Pure Storage FlashArray handles it well. Everything is non-disruptive now; previously, there were forklift shifts, but now that is not the case. Pure Storage FlashArray says no to forklift upgrades. Usually hardware requires downtime, but Pure Storage FlashArray has improved their footprint so that they are not asking for downtime; everything is just a non-disruptive activity, which is why customers are more inclined towards Pure Storage FlashArray. Customers want more of the models in their environment due to the performance they are giving, and everything is in one Pure1 Array console where we can view all the models on one page or just an orchestration tool. You don't miss anything; you have replication, notifications about replication, and details about which host groups replication is happening in and if that replication is successful or failed. On a daily basis, our purpose is to create volumes for infrastructure; our daily activities include creating volumes and mapping them to the host, doing any migrations from a VM, clearing the data stores, and carving the volumes to those VMs. One key factor is the data compression with a ratio of 5:1, focusing on space efficiency, inline deduplication, and the compression Pure Storage FlashArray works on; that is a major factor we can suggest to any customer. Analytical capabilities are crucial. Daily, we check the throughput and consumption, and Pure Storage FlashArray provides predictions for one year regarding usage. This prediction helps plan updates well ahead. For support, we just raise a case, and they follow up and get it done. There is also AI readiness, but with the model R2, we don't have much of that AI readiness. For others, we do have AI readiness that predicts capacity based on daily or monthly trends, enabling us to analyze how much space we need or if we need to expand the disk shelf. From an operational point of view, a good feature is that if you accidentally delete a volume, it will be retained in the destroyed state for the next twenty-four hours, which is not the same with any other vendor. I have worked in this storage domain for the past fifteen years, and this option is remarkable, benefiting any L1 or L2 engineer. Additionally, from a compliance perspective, Pure Storage FlashArray has REST APIs enabled. I have not explored automation much, but from a security standpoint, it is strong with encryption data. If you want to automate, you can easily integrate with all clouds and explore Pure Cloud for scheduling workloads, including volume creation. Customers find benefit in Pure Storage FlashArray's single management pane of glass due to the dual controller and active-active setup. If one of the controllers goes down, all workloads automatically shift to the other controller, ensuring their data is safe and accessible at all times. This is a highlighted feature that any customer desires because their data should always be accessible. For SAN workloads, we use Pure Storage FlashArray because for SAN FC fiber channel, we don't use it; we use NetApp for NAS activities. We have clearly split this, so SAN is for mission-critical applications, while network-attached storage handles file systems. This architecture helps us maximize the benefit from Pure Storage FlashArray due to the significant workloads from this giant retail client. From a footprint and energy consumption perspective, you can see energy consumption from the Pure1 storage portal on a daily basis, and it is very compact. The three models we use consume only three units, which is quite low. From a footprint and data center perspective, it doesn't occupy much space. As everything moves to cloud, there are requirements to avoid excess spending on data centers, and Pure Storage FlashArray is efficient in energy consumption and is environmentally friendly.

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Muhammad Saqib

System Engineer at Hybrid Tech

Uninterrupted upgrades accelerate performance with good support

I would rate the solution eight out of ten. It should be noted that in Pakistan, some parts are not readily available, and we need to import them from Singapore or other countries. We encountered an issue with a customer where the midplane failed and was not available. We had to wait for several days for a replacement, even in a 24/7 support case. Additionally, we faced motherboard failures in the customer's environment, encountering two motherboard failures simultaneously. We obtained one motherboard immediately, yet had to wait ten days for another. These issues should have been resolved promptly given the 24/7 support level.

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GianpaoloMazzola

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…

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"Simplicity and reliability are the most valuable feature of Pure Storage FlashArray."

"The first set up we had was really straight forward and simple."

"It has made working with storage as easy and simple as it should be."

"For VMware, it has been a humongous savings."

"All updates, upgrades, and hardware work are all performed on-line with no impact."

"The stability of Pure Storage is very very good."

"This solution has helped my organization by cutting down on provisioning time. I used to have to provision a VM and it would take ten minutes. Now, it takes thirty seconds."

"My rating of Pure Storage is a ten out of ten because of the price for performance and footprint - the overall value."

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"We have already seen ROI; we have had it in the environment for about three months and it has been absolutely tremendous, workloads have improved in performance, we do not have a lot of the same struggles that we used to, it is stable, it does what it's supposed to, and you can feed it compute and storage as you need to."

"We highly recommend 3PAR to all our customers, as we are replacing a lot of other vendors, including EMC and even Dell, with HPE 3PAR."

"3PAR is a stable product; we have used the current device and an older version for more than seven years and although we had accidents with nodes and hard drives, it is high-availability storage and we never had a blackout and we have never been offline."

"The stability is great for our customers and for us; it's perfect."

"Customer Service: It's excellent."

"We built a DR solution based on this, we can sustain our business for any amount of time, 24/7."

"The technical support has been fantastic."

"The reliability. We're able to replicate our array to our DR site with minimal work. It's just turn it on and we're ready to go. It reduces risk for the business."

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"Overall, this is a good product with good performance."

"Mostly, their support is also great at reacting to issues but moreover, proactive to prevent issues."

"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

"The best way to improve Pure Storage FlashArray is the active DR because that can get very confusing, especially when you're trying to test a failover and replicate back; better instructions on how to do that would help because we actually lost an entire volume when we were testing out some stuff as the fingerprint got reinitialized, and when you replicated back, it didn't know about that volume, causing a failure in that process."

"We've had it in place for about a year and a half and have had zero complaints, other than that box-to-box replication is not encrypted."

"If I need to change or troubleshoot the dashboard, I cannot do it without calling support. If I want to move something critical, I cannot do it by myself. The dashboard blocks me from changing those critical things."

"In terms of improvement, Everpure FlashArray could have more attractive UI/UX design compared to other solutions."

"On the technical side, the way that the array performs cleanup and garbage collection sometimes pushes it close to 100 percent utilization, causing some stress."

"I feel like there is too much automation; the user doesn't have any manual input."

"In terms of the future, I have been excited by some of the copy data management stuff that they're talking about building into the environment. There are feature sets where I've done a lot of automation work. So, I am always looking forward to extensions of their API. They're also talking about a phone home centralized analytics database being used as a centralized management console with a list of new cloud features, but this doesn't seem finalized."

"The only minor issues that come to mind are that, every once in a while, a hard drive will go bad. Also, the solution should be cheaper."

More Everpure FlashArray cons

"The backup batteries, the WPS, could be better. When we had the outage we shut down the entire thing and tried the backup generators, and the electricity was out for 20 minutes and the HPE battery didn't last 10 minutes."

"We had an accident where when we turned on deduplication and we had it active for some of the virtual volumes that we had in our environment, it did actually cause a problem that HP had not heard of previously and had not yet documented that was fixed in a release 2 weeks later, and a software patch 2 weeks later."

"The support at HPE is not great, but it is good."

"There is a slight difference between what we expected and what was delivered."

"I was trying to get into the StoreServe this morning; couldn't get into the basic hands-on lab."

"The support on it is very limited for Direct Connect, and it just wasn't clear."

"Right now it is a big pain. It seems to work but we tend to get some latency behind."

"Regarding scalability, we are maxed out right now on all our 3PARs, so we can not add more storage."

More HPE 3PAR StoreServ cons

"InfiniBox, right now, offers only asynchronous replication between two storages."

"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

"My organization has a yearly license, but I believe that Pure Storage FlashArray has capacity-based licenses as well. I'm definitely happy with the pricing."

"We consume it as a service, and that's actually something we really like, or at least I really like from the technical perspective. That's because it means there is no hassle when we need to upgrade arrays to add capacity. We just interact directly with technical counterparts, and we say, "Hey, we're filling up," and they say, "All right, here's another data pack." They ship it in, and we install it. So, the as-a-service model has worked very well. Given the outstanding data reduction rates, it has improved our profitability because we're selling allocated volumes as part of the cloud service or recovering those costs from our tenants. It is very efficient, but that has offset the premium price. It started out that way, but over time, as we've added capacity, the price per gig has gone down a lot because we have a lot of it."

"We are finding the TCO of flash to be lower than SSD implementations."

"I have had a couple of customers who have complained about the cost. It can be a little more expensive than some of the other platforms. After it has been installed, I have never had a customer say, "I wish we wouldn't have spent all that extra money." They have always been happy with the product after it has been installed. They might be on the fence about it because of the price, but everybody who I have ever seen install it, they are always happy with it."

"The license for Pure Storage FlashArray includes the support and there are no additional payments that are needed. This is not an inexpensive solution, you need to understand the value of your data before you use a backup solution."

"There are no fees for licensing. The hardware is paid for only once."

"When I last looked, the prices were reasonable, and we could get an excellent array for about $60,000."

"We have seen a reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO)."

More Everpure FlashArray pricing and cost advice

"This is not an expensive product but every time you add capacity to it, you need to pay for re-balancing."

"Since the prices of the flash storage has gone down tremendously, I would definitely recommend going for the all-flash storage array or 3PAR. It is a big expensive even now, but it will be the future of all industries."

"Cost-wise, it is a little bit on the higher side, but it is an awesome product."

"This licensing fees for this solution are merged with all of our HP annual costs, which in total are a couple hundred thousand dollars."

"The solution's price is reasonable."

"It is a bit more expensive. IBM is cheaper than HPE in Turkey."

"As a school, we always have low budgets. We are a nonprofit organization. We do not have too much budget, so we care about prices, discounts, and especially about the product quality. The last 16 years, we have been an HPE customer. We are very much happy with HPE products."

"It's very reliable and it was cost competitive with other arrays at the time that we purchased it."

More HPE 3PAR StoreServ pricing and cost advice

"The license covers any feature and also, the future features are already included. It is as easy as a 1, 2 and 3."

"The best features come included without any additional cost."

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Comparison Review

it_user182013

Federal Civ/Intel Engineering Lead at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees

May 1, 2015

Measuring Up: EMC XtremIO and HP 3PAR

Leading up to EMC World 2015, IT Central Station asked how I would compare EMC XtremIO and HP 3PAR. Until recently, the flash storage conversation in my organization and many others has centered on XtremIO and Pure Storage, the leaders of the all-flash array (AFA) space. To that end, I've written a…

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Answers from the Community

it_user789666

Works at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Mar 8, 2018

HPE 3PAR Flash Storage vs INFINIDAT InfiniBox

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it_user666216

Consultant at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

Dec 19, 2017

3PAR for all life

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it_user127953

Partner at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Dec 19, 2017

Look at HVEConnexions (www.hveconnexions.com) as a great alternative budget wise, technically proven.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Construction Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Construction Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Outsourcing Company

Manufacturing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Healthcare Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	71
Midsize Enterprise	38
Large Enterprise	159

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	73
Midsize Enterprise	74
Large Enterprise	170

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Questions from the Community

Which should I choose: HPE 3PAR StoreServ or Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform F Series?

Both are great platforms, but if you are considering all flash solutions, I would recommend you to consider Pure Stor...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Pure Storage FlashArray?

I find the pricing of Everpure FlashArray to be quite high compared to other storage solutions; however, the reliabil...

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What needs improvement with Pure Storage FlashArray?

I believe we have covered the most important features; the architecture of Pure Storage is essential, and features su...

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What's the difference between HPE 3PAR StoreServ and HPE Primera?

HPE Primera has many great features but one of the best is that it is very easy to deploy. From an overall perspectiv...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

As a customer, I always prefer to have a lower price. Any customer will always ask for the cheaper price.

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What needs improvement with HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

I have no specific ideas for improvement at present. We just need to verify whether our current virtual server setup ...

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Also Known As

Pure Storage FlashArray

HPE 3PAR Flash Storage, InServ, Storeserv, 3PAR Flash Storage, HP Enterprise Storage, 3PAR Flash Array, HP 3PAR Flash Storage

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Overview

The FlashArray family delivers consistent, high-performance data services across block, file, and object workloads. As part of the Everpure Platform, it provides the foundation for a unified data plane, enabling applications to reliably access, protect, and manage data across environments with simplicity and predictability. With built-in capabilities such as inline data reduction, snapshots, replication, and ransomware resilience, FlashArray ensures efficient operations, protected data, and consistent application uptime.

As the foundation of the (unified) data plane, FlashArray enables policy-driven automation, monitoring, and centralized management while integrating across cloud and on-premises environments. Built on an Evergreen architecture, it supports non-disruptive upgrades and continuous performance improvements over time while simplifying operations at scale.

What Key Features Does FlashArray Offer?

Simplicity and Speed: Easy management and rapid performance enhancements.
Data Reduction: Effective deduplication and compression.
Flash Architecture: Seamless upgrades and outstanding resilience.
VMware Integration: Excellent compatibility with virtualization platforms.
Predictive Analytics: Strong insights for proactive management.

What Benefits Should Users Consider?

Reliability: Proactive support with minimal downtime.
Efficiency: Reduced storage footprint and enhanced data management.
Performance: Faster processing speeds and low latency.
User Experience: Simplified management with Evergreen model.

In industries like finance, banking, and healthcare, FlashArray supports high-performance storage needs focusing on virtualization and database environments. Employed for VMware workloads, disaster recovery, and storage provisioning, it ensures application performance in private or hybrid cloud setups while enhancing management of virtualized environments.

Everpure (formerly Pure Storage)

HPE 3PAR StoreServ offers unparalleled performance and flexibility for enterprise storage needs. It is highly valued for its manageability and advanced capabilities, making it ideal for mission-critical workloads.

HPE 3PAR StoreServ is a high-performance storage system known for its ease of use and robust architecture. It supports seamless upgrades and is adaptable to evolving technology, making it an excellent choice for electronic medical records, virtualization, and centralized data management. With integration capabilities supporting applications like SQL Server, VMware, and SAP, it effectively meets diverse business needs.

What are the key features of HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

Ease of Use: Simplifies management tasks with an intuitive interface.
Reliability: Offers high availability and robust architecture for mission-critical workloads.
Flash Storage: Provides fast data access and improved performance.
Dynamic Provisioning: Enhances scalability and resource allocation.
Data Deduplication: Reduces storage costs by eliminating duplicate data.
Tiered Storage: Optimizes data storage with automated tiering.

What benefits should users consider when evaluating HPE 3PAR StoreServ?

Performance: Handles demanding workloads with efficiency.
Scalability: Grows with enterprise needs without compromising performance.
Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing systems and applications.
Proactive Support: Ensures smooth operation with timely updates and support.

HPE 3PAR StoreServ is employed in industries like healthcare and finance, supporting applications such as Oracle databases and SAP. It enhances data processing and provides essential storage for virtual and real-time applications, meeting the rigorous demands of sectors requiring reliable and high-performance storage solutions.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

INFINIDAT InfiniBox delivers cutting-edge storage solutions with enterprise-class performance, reliability, and scalability that meet the demands of modern data centers. A proven choice for organizations seeking cost-effective, high-capacity storage with seamless integration.

INFINIDAT InfiniBox is recognized for its advanced storage architecture, which enables high availability and effortless scalability tailored for businesses seeking to optimize their data management. With its highly reliable performance, InfiniBox integrates seamlessly into existing systems, providing robust data protection and reduced complexity. This platform is essential for businesses requiring substantial storage capacity without compromising on speed or efficiency, offering exceptional usability and adaptability across industries.

What are the key features of INFINIDAT InfiniBox?

Triple Redundant Architecture: Ensures data safety with three active-active controllers offering unparalleled uptime.
Petabyte Scale Storage: Supports large-scale storage needs with up to 5PB of effective capacity.
InfiniRAID: Offers high performance with triple redundancy for data protection.
High Performance: Provides lightning-fast data access, supporting real-time analytics and critical workloads.
Flexibility: Seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure, allowing for easy scaling and customization.

What benefits and ROI to expect when evaluating INFINIDAT InfiniBox?

Cost Efficiency: Delivers reduced storage costs through high capacity and smaller data center footprint.
Operational Simplicity: Simplifies management tasks, leading to reduced administrative overhead.
High Availability: Minimizes downtime with triple active-active controller architecture, enhancing reliability.
Scalability: Easily scales to accommodate growing data requirements without complexity.
Performance Advantage: Improves workload efficiency with ultra-low latency and optimized throughput.

INFINIDAT InfiniBox is implemented across various industries including finance, healthcare, and telecommunications, where data reliability and performance are critical. In finance, it supports real-time transaction processing and data analytics. Healthcare applications benefit from its secure and scalable storage, ensuring compliance with stringent data privacy regulations. Telecommunications companies rely on its robust architecture to maintain uninterrupted service delivery and data management efficiency.

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