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Huawei OceanStor 9000 vs NetApp Private Storage comparison

Huawei and NetApp are both solutions in the NAS category. Huawei is ranked #13 with an average rating of 9.0, while NetApp is ranked #15 with an average rating of 8.5. Huawei holds a 2.2% mindshare in N, compared to NetApp’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Huawei users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of NetApp users who would recommend it.
Huawei OceanStor 9000
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100% willing to recommend
NetApp Private Storage
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100% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 7, 2024

Huawei OceanStor 9000 and NetApp Private Storage are competing storage solutions with distinct strengths. OceanStor 9000 leads in cost-effectiveness and customer service, while NetApp Private Storage offers better features and scalability options.

Features: OceanStor 9000 is known for high performance, scalability, and robust data protection. NetApp Private Storage is appreciated for its easy integration with various cloud platforms, versatility in hybrid cloud environments, and extensive scalability.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Huawei OceanStor 9000 provides a simple deployment model and excellent customer service, allowing for efficient setup and resolution times. NetApp Private Storage, while offering reliable support, has a more complex integration process affecting deployment speed. OceanStor emphasizes simplicity, whereas NetApp focuses on comprehensive integration capabilities.

Pricing and ROI: Huawei OceanStor 9000 provides a cost-effective setup and favorable ROI due to its efficient cost structure and support services. NetApp Private Storage demands a higher initial investment but has advanced features that offer substantial long-term ROI. OceanStor is more attractive for immediate savings, while NetApp offers significant future value.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Huawei OceanStor 9000
Ranking in NAS
13th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
NetApp Private Storage
Ranking in NAS
15th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the NAS category, the mindshare of Huawei OceanStor 9000 is 2.2%, up from 1.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NetApp Private Storage is 1.8%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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ChukwuemekaOnyemelukwe - PeerSpot reviewer
An entry-level, flash-based storage system designed for enterprise-class applications
It took significantly longer to set up the solution with Huawei compared to other options. But when creating servers for VMware virtualization in one data center, it was a relatively quick process. The Huawei's solution, even with the assistance of an engineer, took more than one month, possibly extending to two months. Chinese engineers were involved in the process, which contributed to the delays.
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Pramod-Talekar - PeerSpot reviewer
Well-suited for virtualized environments and highly stable solution
We are in a VMware Intra environment, so we are utilizing NetApp Storage for our virtualization infrastructure NetApp offers multiple features that we utilize for our projects. At the moment, we are extensively using SnapMirror Flex. There is room for improvement in the support. It has been a…
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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

"The storage capacity is really one of the most valuable features. Also, the GUI is very friendly and the switches gives high performance. The technology used in storage is RAID which as helped us a lot to expand and store various items ."
"It has many options for scalability, and it is stable."
"NetApp has its own dedicated operating system, so it will not be affected by any wireless piggybacking or malware. That's the beauty of NetApp's operating system."
"Integration with other NetApp solutions and merging them is manageable."
"The solution is stable."
"At the moment, we are extensively using SnapMirror."
"The solution scales well."
"Very stable and very scalable."
"Disaster recovery. And I like the security very much. I think they have the needed options for security. Can manage NPS using the same tools and process that we use today."
"As opposed to cloud, we have full control over security, use, who uses it. We own a number of different companies, so we can partition however we want."
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Cons

"The handling of data deletion and bulk servers setup could have been more straightforward and easier when dealing with data removal or setting up servers. I believe Huawei could enhance their solutions, especially managing storage, to provide a better experience for customers."
"The call charges and the management cost should be more friendly. They can also include monitoring and management."
"We had to write a number of custom tools or scripts ourselves to use it as a staging area between our on-premises datacenter and our cloud installation."
"There is room for improvement in the support. It has been a problem for our team."
"There may actually be so many features that the end-user gets lost in the volume."
"The hardware does not last as long as it could with new software."
"NetApp Private Storage is still integrated into the ISCSI connectivity and the FC protocol. I would recommend them to migrate to the FCIP because the SAN switches are moving further to an FCIP, and are scaling out of the ISCSI connectivity. Sooner or later, that will be an issue for NetApp Private Storage. An NFCIP should be available to them moving three years down the line."
"I think that it should work better with Microsoft solutions, more integrated with Microsoft. We also need integrated NAS and block storage."
"I would like to have the Active-Active feature. Some competitors already have it. I would like NetApp to add it to stay competitive."
"I would like to see the GUI management simplified in the next release."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is cheaper than other solutions."
"The installation is expensive as they often come as a comprehensive package. The design is more integrated, and everything is bundled together as part of the solution. This is what contributes to the higher cost of their solutions because when you purchase one element, it often comes with additional features and components, and you end up paying for the entire package."
"We negotiate whatever deal we can get on the type of storage that it is, but it's totally under our control,."
"NetApp Private Storage is cheaper here in India compared to other solutions, such as Dell."
"In general, I am pleased with the pricing, though it is a little high."
"The price could be lower."
"It is an expensive solution."
"The price of NetApp Private Storage is similar to other solutions. There is typically an annual license required for this solution."
"The product is costly."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
19%
Computer Software Company
15%
University
13%
Educational Organization
12%
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
9%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Huawei OceanStor 9000?
The storage capacity is really one of the most valuable features. Also, the GUI is very friendly and the switches gives high performance. The technology used in storage is RAID which as helped us ...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Huawei OceanStor 9000?
The installation is expensive as they often come as a comprehensive package. The design is more integrated, and everything is bundled together as part of the solution. This is what contributes to t...
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What needs improvement with Huawei OceanStor 9000?
The handling of data deletion and bulk servers setup could have been more straightforward and easier when dealing with data removal or setting up servers. I believe Huawei could enhance their solut...
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What do you like most about NetApp Private Storage?
NetApp is faster than other storage brands.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NetApp Private Storage?
The product is costly. Also, we need to pay for features like SnapMirror, etc. I rate its pricing a nine out of ten.
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What needs improvement with NetApp Private Storage?
NetApp is a great storage device, but sometimes support is not accessible. Also, the current version has removed most of the dashboard features. We have to use the CLI for some tasks. Additionally,...
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Also Known As

OceanStor 9000 Scale-out NAS
NPS
 

Overview

OceanStor 9000 is a scale-out NAS storage system specifically designed for massive data storage.

It employs a fully symmetric distributed architecture, supports either file or object storage, and delivers superior performance, extensive scale-out capabilities, and super-large single file system for unstructured data storage. 

It is widely applied in media, satellite mapping, gene sequencing, energy exploration, scientific research, education, backup and archiving.

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NetApp Private Storage (NPS) for Cloud is a family of enterprise storage solutions that lets you use multiple industry-leading clouds and maintain complete control over your data on dedicated storage systems from NetApp.

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Sample Customers

Piraeus, Clinique Univeritaires Saint-Luc, Absolut Bank
ASE IT, Concerto Cloud
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