IBM VersaStack vs Oracle SuperCluster comparison

IBM and Oracle are both solutions in the Converged Infrastructure category. IBM is ranked #10, while Oracle is ranked #7 with an average rating of 9.0. IBM holds a 1.3% mindshare in CI, compared to Oracle’s 4.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 84% of Oracle users who would recommend it.

IBM VersaStack

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 2, 2025

IBM VersaStack and Oracle SuperCluster are competing in integrated infrastructure solutions, vying to enhance data center efficiency. IBM VersaStack holds an advantage in pricing and ease of deployment, while Oracle SuperCluster stands out for its advanced features suitable for high-performance needs.

Features: IBM VersaStack offers flexibility, superior storage, and virtualization capabilities, catering to various workloads. Oracle SuperCluster provides performance, scalability, and large-scale integration, making it ideal for demanding environments. Each product's features cater to different organizational needs, with IBM focusing on adaptability and Oracle on performance.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IBM VersaStack's streamlined deployment and reliable support appeal to businesses seeking efficient integration. Oracle SuperCluster, while offering comprehensive deployment options and thorough customer service, requires complex setup procedures for intricate customization and extensive infrastructure.

Pricing and ROI: IBM VersaStack's accessible setup cost and quick ROI attract cost-conscious enterprises. Oracle SuperCluster's higher initial investment is justified by its performance and long-term benefits, serving businesses prioritizing high performance over cost.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM VersaStack

Ranking in Converged Infrastructure

10th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

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Oracle SuperCluster

Ranking in Converged Infrastructure

7th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

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Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Converged Infrastructure category, the mindshare of IBM VersaStack is 1.3%, down from 2.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle SuperCluster is 4.7%, up from 3.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Infrastructure Head at a program development consultancy with 11-50 employees

A very high IOPS that gives more I/O transactions per second

Scalability used to be an issue so at that time it was rated an eight out of ten. We have become OPEX-based and rent storage from them. Physical storage is about 200% of our requirements but we only pay for what we use. This resolved all of our scalability issues. When we reach a certain threshold like 100%, OPEX calls us and asks if we want to add more storage. Our total capacity right now is 300 terabytes but we are only using around 200 terabytes. We bought the storage two years ago and our projections are on par. We don't need more capacity now but have plans to increase in another two years. With our OPEX storage, scalability is rated a nine out of ten.

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Shafiq Khan

Senior Manager IT Operations at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

Great performance all round, but lacking in certain cloud features

Speaking from a business perspective, our main problem is that our particular edition of SuperCluster is now at end-of-life status, making it obsolete and impossible to get support for. This presents a challenge for us, as finding a path to our next solution is not easy. When it comes to features, I know that Oracle has already done a lot on the software side of things, but everyone has their own wish list for their specific environment and in newer editions of SuperCluster I would like to see new EXAchk data in the cloud environment. In fact, I would prefer if SuperCluster could come with more functionality as seen in Oracle Cloud where it is easier to share data and other things across the board. SuperCluster is already a smart machine, so I understand that it might be difficult to implement all those features, but at a minimum I would appreciate Oracle including more cloud infrastructure functionality. Oracle's existing cloud machines are already able to provide all these cloud features that I would like, including the use of containers and hardware-sharing, and it would be great to have these on board for their customers and end-users of SuperCluster.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The solution has high IOPS and the I/O is important because it gives us more transactions per second."

"Replication and DR implementation became faster."

"The combination of Cisco's architecture and IBM's flash technology. Cisco provides FI technology which provides one simple architecture. IBM's flash technology is fast."

"In this setup, the traffic is distributed among the nodes, enhancing the overall performance compared to a scenario where all traffic is directed to a single server."

"It is easy to integrate Supercluster into IT workflow. It has a forty-gigabit InfiniBand switch. It also includes Exadata and a very powerful M-series machine. These are not mainframe processors but provide excellent internal communication and scalability."

"Because SuperCluster is a specially engineered system, we have confidence in that all the components are compatible with one another. Everything runs together as a well-coupled group of machines, and the performance is great (especially the memory)."

"Our primary use case is for E-Business Suite applications the applications for the government, and most of the applications that use an HCM."

"SuperCluster is basically a combination of Oracle, with Exadata and Compute node features, so it is a computing cluster that is integrated in a single infrastructure such that we don't need a separate solution for the application database, the data storage database, and everything else the application needs."

"Scalability and technical support."

"A valuable feature is the Exadata Storage appliance, optimized for database queries."

"Unix is not as easy for the users, it needs more maintenance and costs extra."

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Cons

"Raw data mapping for storage should be a given option."

"The solution should improve deduplication to get a lot of savings."

"There are many areas for improvement. For example, better guidance in terms of troubleshooting issues relating to ZFS, as well as better tools/diagnostics for monitoring that specific component, to better identify potential issues. Hardware monitoring via OEM 13.2 is not 100 percent, as Ops Center is still required in some instances."

"I would like to see control domain and zone management via a management console, similar to that of OVM."

"Not a very user friendly solution."

"They may have made some improvements but based on the version that I am using, it is a little complicated because it is based on the Unix Operating system."

"It's not working as we expected. We thought it would be fast and reliable but we are not getting the reliability. It's not stable."

"If it had capabilities to integrate really well with DB2 or SQL Server or Hitachi SANs, those sort of things, that would be a real benefit. Right now, it's fully supported only under all Oracle infrastructure."

"If they had an application that centralized the administration, not about the monitoring, but for the configuration, it would be better."

"Speaking from a business perspective, our main problem is that our particular edition of SuperCluster is now at end-of-life status, making it obsolete and impossible to get support for. This presents a challenge for us, as finding a path to our next solution is not easy."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is enterprise level so it is expensive."

"Due to the multiple products involved in our use of SuperCluster (including different software, hardware, etc.), I cannot comment on the licensing aspect."

"For us, the licensing costs are a large amount, but we are also paying for the rack, the SLA, and other extras. When I look into our organization's requirements regarding performance, machine load, etc., I believe that, while expensive, SuperCluster is nevertheless good for us."

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What do you like most about Oracle SuperCluster?

In this setup, the traffic is distributed among the nodes, enhancing the overall performance compared to a scenario where all traffic is directed to a single server.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle SuperCluster?

The pricing is low as per performance but high as per synchronization. They justify the price. I rate the product’s pricing a four or five out of ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive.

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What needs improvement with Oracle SuperCluster?

It would be more convenient if the Agta Logic worked within the SuperCluster with the Agta data, as it may boost the speed of the applications.

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Oracle MiniCluster, S7-2, M7, M6-32

Overview

VersaStack is a converged infrastructure solution of network, compute and storage designed for quick deployment and rapid time to value. The solution includes Cisco UCS integrated infrastructure together with IBM software- defined storage solutions to deliver extraordinary levels of agility and efficiency. VersaStack is backed by Cisco Validated Designs and IBM Redbooks application guides for faster infrastructure delivery as well as workload/ application deployment.

Designed for dynamic organizations that want to accelerate business growth while reducing costs, VersaStack incorporates IBM all-flash as well as hybrid storage technologies into the “single pane of glass” management environment provided by Cisco UCS Director. The solution offers quick deployment and execution of business applications—with the versatility to adapt as business priorities change. Providing an IT infrastructure that is easy, efficient and versatile, VersaStack helps accelerate data center infrastructure deployment and helps efficiently manage information and resources amid business change.

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