HPE GreenLake for File Storage vs Quantum ActiveScale comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Quantum are both solutions in the File and Object Storage category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #7 with an average rating of 9.1, while Quantum is ranked #24. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 0.4% mindshare in FaOS, compared to Quantum’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Quantum users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between HPE GreenLake for File Storage and Quantum ActiveScale based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two File and Object Storage solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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HPE GreenLake for File Storage vs. Quantum ActiveScale

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Pure Storage FlashBlade

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the File and Object Storage category, the mindshare of Pure Storage FlashBlade is 5.8%, down from 6.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE GreenLake for File Storage is 0.4%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Quantum ActiveScale is 0.5%, down from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Featured Reviews

Eric Black

Solutions Architect at Recovery Point Systems

The ability to leverage multi-tenancy along with immutability is a huge benefit for us

The only thing I feel FlashBlade is missing is the SOS API. If it had SOS API, that would put it well over the top. Veeam Backup specifically has started to streamline their API, and they are doing that with SOS API. They have optimized it. Any of the S3 devices out there that support this SOS API can have far more API calls at once. On our side, that translates to better restoration. With SOS API, it can leverage far more restorations at a single given time or read from the device in simple terms. That results in maximizing the output and throughput from the device itself.

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NemiGeorge

VP CISO at PDS Health

Exceptional service and hands-off infrastructure management enhance data handling and AI workloads

The features of HPE GreenLake for File Storage that I value the most include compute, storage, and managed service, and monitoring managed service. I appreciate the fact that my team doesn't have to manage all the infrastructure every day, handle patches, security updates, and similar tasks. Time saving is an example of how these features have benefited my organization. My team can focus on supporting our core businesses and not worry about infrastructure management. Also, expertise plays a role; we're a first-time HPE GreenLake customer, so having them manage that gives my team the opportunity to upskill without breaking anything.

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Frank Lai

Architecture Department at Supermicro Computer

Good performance and reliable but the setup is complex

We would like to see a self-sufficient installation. Nowadays it's open-source, but the installation is still tied to the vendor, which means it is unlikely that it is going to scale. I want them to tap into the broader community. It is really emerging, they have a year over year, 50% annual growth. With a 10-year-old company, it will certainly bring a lot of interest, and will certainly make it more successful, if they tap into that growing customer base. They have to make themselves relevant to the industry. The industry is totally geared to the Cloud, DevOps, and geared for agility. The software with the appliance in my set is already outdated, and it is not that it cannot sell, but it has to be tapping into the emerging and growing sectors to continue with the customers and businesses. This is what the requirement is, to improve their technology. Which means that they have to make themselves relevant to the industry.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Among its most appealing features are its ease of handling and minimal maintenance requirements."

"The solution is able to handle workloads and is easy to use. It allows us to actually manage the boxes in less time."

"Using this solution has made our backups more reliable."

"Pure Storage FlashBlade is user-friendly. It's replication feature is great because it has active replication and active DR. That's the beauty of the product. It's a perfect solution for block storage."

"It performs well and it is also very fast."

"It uses the same platform for connectivity so integration is seamless."

"The performance of FlashBlade is excellent. It does not necessarily leverage the SOS API that some of the newer products leverage, but I found its speed pretty much on par and comparable. It is fast, and it does what it is supposed to do."

"What I like best about Pure Storage FlashBlade is its object storage functionality, plus it has fast underlying hardware. Pure Storage FlashBlade is also very stable. I find its stability one of its valuable features."

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"The solution helps with scaling. It helps with a fast response to changing realities."

"GreenLake for File Storage provides more security, allowing customized security for different file types."

"Since we've been on HPE GreenLake for File Storage, I have not experienced any downtime, crashes, or performance issues."

"The biggest impact is that we doubled our data center capacity from six racks to 12 racks while still using the same team to manage this infrastructure."

"I find the speed and the resiliency of the HPE GreenLake for File Storage to be the most valuable features."

"The most valuable features of HPE GreenLake for File Storage for my team are the managed switches and access points."

"The technical support and customer service with HPE in Colombia is good."

"For us, the utilization of cache when the data is traveling between media, from any location to any location or within that cluster, was seamless."

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"The technology is stable which is good."

"Workflow is easy to manage and maintain."

Cons

"Pure Storage FlashBlade should improve on more cloud integration."

"There could be improvements in public cloud integration."

"I would like to see more monitoring capability included in the next release of this solution."

"The features provided for SMB customers are limited."

"There is some room for new features related to authentication and integration with Kubernetes, and other solution using S3 Bucket."

"It's on the expensive side, as expected for a niche product."

"I would like to see more VM-Aware features in the next release of this solution."

"To improve FlashBlade, some analysts suggest enhancing its handling of relational database management systems and SQL queries."

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"The only con I have is when I register a device to HPE GreenLake for File Storage, it takes a while for it to connect to Aruba Central."

"In Argentina, the cost to implement different solutions is very challenging."

"Additional features should be included in the next release, though I cannot decide which ones."

"From my standpoint, the single user interface could definitely be improved. It provides a fast head start, but when dealing with complex situations, it doesn't lead you effectively or offer direction on managing these complex workflows."

"The HPE GreenLake for File Storage can be improved by increasing integration with Silver Peak."

"HPE GreenLake for File Storage can be improved by streamlining the quote process to implementation, as it is still a bit clunky."

"One of the issues is that sometimes it crashes frequently and experiences slowness."

"Improvement for this solution comes from a maturity between our two organizations. As HPE GreenLake for File Storage gets to know our organization and environment better, they provide recommendations about necessary actions for both compute and network, aligning with what we discussed in the beginning, fostering organic growth together, which leads to a point where they know our environment as we do, effectively becoming an extension of our teams."

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"Lacks some ability to integrate with different systems."

"We would like to see a self-sufficient installation."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is relatively expensive due to the FlashBlade technology. However, for companies needing quick and reliable data access, the cost is justified."

"The price is a little high."

"In my opinion, we have paid the right price for the product. I don't think that it is too much or too little."

"I feel that the price could always be lowered."

"We used a reseller for the purchase."

"I have seen ROI. It has allowed me to increase the density of my VMs without having to purchase anything additional."

"It is within reason for what you get. From what we have found comparing it to other vendors, it is in the same range as others. Given the choice, we would definitely redeploy it based on the cost."

"The price could be cheaper."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

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Media Company

19%

Computer Software Company

12%

Logistics Company

10%

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Computer Software Company

18%

Manufacturing Company

13%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Pure Storage FlashBlade?

The tool's most valuable feature is its fast performance, especially in handling snapshots. It helps during power out...

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

The pricing of Pure Storage FlashBlade is expensive compared to other products I used from other companies in the pas...

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What needs improvement with Pure Storage FlashBlade?

I believe there is not much improvement needed because they have everything we need, but the interface is a little bi...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE GreenLake for File Storage?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing in our last journey with HPE GreenLake for File Storage was gre...

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What needs improvement with HPE GreenLake for File Storage?

One area for improvement would be a unified management console that brings Infosight analytics and GreenLake provisio...

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Our current use cases for HPE GreenLake for File Storage include being our main backup storage and main server storage.

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Overview

FlashBlade is the industry’s most advanced scale-out storage for unstructured data, powered by a modern, massively parallel architecture to consolidate complex data silos (like backup appliances and data lakes) and accelerate tomorrow’s discoveries and insights.

Pure Storage

HPE GreenLake for File Storage offers flexible, scalable storage solutions, catering to enterprise needs with on-premises services and a cloud-like experience. It aims to simplify data management while providing operational agility.

HPE GreenLake for File Storage empowers organizations with an on-premises cloud service model, offering a consumption-based approach that aligns costs with demand. It supports various workloads through quick deployment and efficient capacity management, making it suitable for enterprises seeking flexible data storage solutions. Businesses benefit from streamlined operations with a focus on optimizing performance and security.

What are the key features of HPE GreenLake for File Storage?

Flexible Deployment: Supports hybrid environments with on-premises and cloud capabilities.
Scalable Storage: Allows seamless capacity increase to manage data growth effectively.
Agile Infrastructure: Provides quick access to the latest storage technology solutions.
Consumption-Based Pricing: Enables cost efficiency by paying only for used resources.

What benefits and ROI should be assessed?

Cost Efficiency: Directly align storage expenses with usage to optimize expenditure.
Business Agility: Rapid service deployment supports dynamic business demands.
Operational Simplification: Reduces complexity in storage management and operation.
Security Assurance: Strong focus on safeguarding sensitive data across environments.

In financial services and healthcare sectors, HPE GreenLake for File Storage is implemented to manage large volumes of sensitive data. Its scalability and security features provide valuable support for compliance and data protection, while the consumption-based model ensures cost control and flexibility in data handling.

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