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IBM PowerVM vs Odin Virtuozzo Containers comparison

IBM and Odin are both solutions in the Server Virtualization Software category. IBM is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.5, while Odin is ranked #19. IBM holds a 1.3% mindshare in SVS, compared to Odin’s 0.2% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution.
IBM PowerVM
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0% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 6, 2024

IBM PowerVM and Odin Virtuozzo Containers compete in the virtualization market. Odin Virtuozzo Containers appears to have the upper hand due to its flexibility and comprehensive feature set.

Features: IBM PowerVM offers robust scalability, advanced resource management, and high availability. Odin Virtuozzo Containers provides flexibility with both application containers and virtual machines, along with comprehensive resource management and automation capabilities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IBM PowerVM provides a structured deployment model with strong enterprise-focused technical support. Odin Virtuozzo Containers offers straightforward deployment across various environments with efficient customer service, emphasizing its container-centric approach.

Pricing and ROI: IBM PowerVM has higher setup costs but offers value over time for large IT infrastructures. Odin Virtuozzo Containers usually requires a lower initial investment and offers quicker ROI, making it appealing for businesses seeking cost-effective flexibility.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM PowerVM
Ranking in Server Virtualization Software
10th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
36
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Odin Virtuozzo Containers
Ranking in Server Virtualization Software
19th
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
4.2
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Server Virtualization Software category, the mindshare of IBM PowerVM is 1.3%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Odin Virtuozzo Containers is 0.2%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Atif Najam - PeerSpot reviewer
A stable system for high-end data processing with a great support structure
The only problem with the IBM system is improving its hardware licensing model. For example, when you procure a server with 40 physical codes, you must also procure licenses to activate the codes. In Dell or any system, you procure the hardware and have the full right to use the hardware. For IBM, it's different because when you procure a 40-code processor and have 40 physical codes, you only have a license to use 20. As a result, the 20 alert codes will always be in activated mode. Hence, the hardware licensing model could be improved because the licensing model is a bit different from the standard hardware procured.
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Ramon Ruiz - PeerSpot reviewer
Significant backup for containers, but the customer service is terrible
Anyone considering this solution should not compare it to the old versions. They should be a partner with Virtuozzo and run all the certifications. Also, they need a good lab to understand the technology and how they can apply that technology conveniently. This is very commercial software. It does not have support, so you will need to be hands-on. I would rate Odin Virtuozzo a six out of 10 overall.
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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

"It's scalable. Whenever we buy another product other than hardware, it's easily integrated into the virtualization software that we download."
"You can increase resources with it automatically."
"The most valuable features in this solution are you do not get degradation in the performance like you could get in other solutions. There is a physical adapter that is better than a virtual one and you can assign adapters to a VM."
"The practicality of IBM PowerVM is a crucial feature, especially with the help of HMC (Hardware Management Console). The Live Partition Mobility help us handle virtual adapters effectively when we need to upgrade firmware or the system, and LPM helps us transfer workloads with minimal downtime. This feature ensures that our systems remain online during maintenance, significantly minimizing potential disruptions."
"It is a stable solution with reliable performance."
"PowerVM excels in efficiently managing all systems and environments, including development, UI, and production."
"The product never fails to work and is very stable in general. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"PowerVM's most valuable features include swift optimisation and real-time migration."
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"When you run templates on the containers on Virtuozzo they have a lot of back-ups."
 

Cons

"It is solely command-line based."
"To make it a ten, I would like for them to add automation and configuration tools in order to help use the manager."
"The solution is quite pricey."
"This solution is lacking the ability to have servers act as a cluster, such as in VMware. IBM has come out with a feature similar to VMware's vCenter but it is not as mature. They need to add LPM shared-nothing feature, such as in vMotion."
"IBM PowerVM could improve the price because it is expensive."
"The program has very limited solutions for the virtualization of containers"
"The interface is not user-friendly in places, so it could use some improvement."
"The product's pricing could be less expensive compared to other competitors."
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"Odin Virtuozzo has poor support and needs to improve."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price varies from case to case and you have to negotiate it for every project."
"IBM PowerVM's pricing is cheap."
"We have to purchase the product's licenses."
"IBM PowerVM costs more than other products but the customer does not need to pay additional money for the licenses. In VMware, you need to license everything. With IBM PowerVM it is unlimited and all-inclusive in the price you pay."
"The price of the solution could improve, it is expensive."
"Even if the product is expensive, it works well in the long term. The tool is more or less expensive, and I would presently describe it as an optimally priced product."
"The solution is expensive."
"The pricing for PowerVM is on the higher. Regarding the license, it can be on a monthly or annual basis, depending on the deal. Customers may choose to pay annually, one-time, or monthly based on their agreement with the sales team. As for additional costs, customers need to pay for support if they opt for it. If not, they only pay for the hardware cost as per the agreement."
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"The license for Odin Virtuozzo is based on consumption on demand."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
20%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Government
6%
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM PowerVM?
Managing other operating systems is also straightforward with IBM PowerVM.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM PowerVM?
While initially costly, the ROI over five years proves IBM PowerVM is cost-effective, resulting in a 30 to 40% reduction in costs compared to a physical setup.
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What needs improvement with IBM PowerVM?
I have not encountered any issues or dissatisfaction with IBM PowerVM so far. Clients using it have been satisfied, and there have been no glitches since its introduction.
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Also Known As

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Overview

Power is server virtualization without limits. Businesses are turning to PowerVM server virtualization to consolidate multiple workloads onto fewer systems, increasing server utilization and reducing cost. PowerVM provides a secure and scalable server virtualization environment for AIX, IBM i and Linux applications built upon the advanced RAS features and leading performance of the Power Systems platform.
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Parallels Virtuozzo Containers creates isolated containers on a single physical server and OS instance.
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