Microsoft Azure vs VMware Tanzu Platform comparison

Microsoft and Broadcom are both solutions in the PaaS Clouds category. Microsoft is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.3, while Broadcom is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.7. Microsoft holds a 17.4% mindshare in PSP, compared to Broadcom’s 3.6% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 15, 2025

Microsoft Azure and VMware Tanzu compete in cloud solutions, with each offering unique strengths. Microsoft Azure holds an advantage in its comprehensive cloud services and global data center presence, while VMware Tanzu provides strong Kubernetes management within VMware's ecosystem.

Features: Microsoft Azure includes a global data center presence, support for various languages and frameworks, and integration for hybrid environments. It is known for its scalability, application deployment ease, and a robust toolset. VMware Tanzu excels in managing containerized applications, integrating with VMware's ecosystem for enhanced Kubernetes cluster management, and offering flexibility in multi-cloud environments.

Room for Improvement: Microsoft Azure could improve pricing transparency, reduce configuration complexity, and enhance support response times. Users also mention security and scalability issues in specific contexts. VMware Tanzu could benefit from better integration with non-VMware platforms, more intuitive hybrid cloud tools, and a refined pricing structure to support smaller organizations.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Microsoft Azure is well-regarded in public and hybrid deployments, though initial setup can be complex, and customer service varies. VMware Tanzu is suited for private clouds and benefits from VMware integration, but support experiences vary, with longer response times for non-VMware environments.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft Azure offers flexible pricing models, with concerns over predictability but a generally positive ROI due to scalability. VMware Tanzu's pricing is competitive for integrated features but perceived as expensive compared to other solutions like Red Hat's OpenShift, yet offers good ROI for organizations using VMware infrastructure.

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Azure

Ranking in PaaS Clouds

1st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

321

Ranking in other categories

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) (1st)

VMware Tanzu Platform

Ranking in PaaS Clouds

11th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Build Automation (13th), Cloud Management (22nd), Development Platforms (3rd), Container Management (3rd), Service Mesh (8th), Agile and DevOps Services (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2025, in the PaaS Clouds category, the mindshare of Microsoft Azure is 17.4%, down from 19.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Tanzu Platform is 3.6%, up from 2.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

PaaS Clouds Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Microsoft Azure	17.4%
VMware Tanzu Platform	3.6%
Other	79.0%

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Syed Abid

Snr. Infrastructure Architect (Data Centre) at LogicEra

Versatile integrations and reliable customer satisfaction elevate cloud service experience

For Microsoft Azure improvement, they need to enhance their support system. The first level of support should be improved in terms of quality and response time. They need more technical support at the first level, as there are currently only one or two technical people among five to ten staff members at this level. They should ensure that the first level support is more technical because we normally provide services to technical users ourselves. When an issue arises, it usually escalates to the second or third level. When facing first level support, they may have limited knowledge and only collect screenshots to forward to their seniors. They should ensure that the first level support is aligned with L2 and L3 to better assist us, especially since we mention in the ticket that our issues are related to specific problems and require that sort of support.

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ErmiasGirma

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Safaricom Ethiopia plc

Has supported container-based deployments and improved infrastructure visibility through monitoring tools

Aria Operations, formerly known as VMware vRealize Operations, has been renamed to vROps. We are currently using this for monitoring purposes. For orchestration, we are using VCD to automate Telco Cloud. VCD is an automation tool, and we are also using VMware Tanzu Platform for the Kubernetes environment, alongside TKG, Tanzu Kubernetes Grid. These are also other solutions for the Tanzu Kubernetes environment. For Telco Cloud, we are using it to automate our company's operations, which is for a telecom company. We are familiar with these products, especially vCenter, ESXi, VCD, vCF, and vROps. It is very easy to integrate applications when we deploy vCenter and ESXi since we can enable vSphere with Tanzu feature. We can build namespaces and provide application developers the platform to deploy their applications on pods within containerization. We can easily manage, pull results, and create containers efficiently, making it a simple way to handle applications. We provide namespace labels for application developers, and we can manage their resources along with other aspects easily. Regarding security, we use many tools such as CDX and LDAP, AD for integrating our Kubernetes cluster with the developer teams. We can manage roles and permissions simply. It is very straightforward to integrate with EDX and other third-party tools, Active Directory, to the Kubernetes cluster, allowing easy access and management.

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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 feature that we like best is integration with Active Directory."

"It enhance the application's performance by managing increased demand efficiently"

"The focus on security is excellent. We really appreciate that about the solution."

"The most valuable feature is the possibility of using Microsoft and non-Microsoft services on one environment."

"Databricks is really nice because you have the power to process lots of data and you can create queries and provide big analysis for the business using a robust cluster."

"Some features of Azure are very important for us. You can control access for your company, it's not complicated managing the solution either. I think the solution is very stable, secure and the documentation Microsoft has on their website is complete. You can use it to find the solution's problems or implement solutions."

"I have found the solution to be flexible, easy to use, and the documents are straightforward to understand."

"I like the ease of implementation."

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"The observability platform and end-to-end service portal provided by Tanzu are the most valuable features."

"It definitely gives the end customer a good overview and perspective of running applications in terms of overall workload footprint. TMC provides a very detailed description of your cloud-native application in the form of graphical visualization."

"Tanzu Mission Control has quite a set of rich features when compared to OpenShift."

"A feature we find valuable is that other products can also be integrated with Mission Control. This means that we can see the status of specific clusters, as well as view the monitoring application logs all from one point."

"The multi-tenancy with the VCD is great."

"The initial setup is easy."

"The Day 2 operations support is the most vital feature"

"The Tanzu platform is highly available, scalable, and flexible."

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Cons

"I would like to see better policy-based management and everything related to security management could have been better integrated."

"Scalability is definitely in need of improvement. Azure is a very good solution but it still lacks the performance of other cloud platforms."

"The price could be improved as well as the interface speed, and technical support."

"Overall, the solution is good but there are some minor technical issues that can be resolved."

"It would be helpful if Azure provided more information on the various add-ons to give people an understanding of what they are used for, and how they're applied by other companies or businesses."

"It would be beneficial if Microsoft could enhance the free version to allow for more exploration and development. That's my only suggestion regarding Azure."

"Microsoft Azure could improve by being more user-friendly and the interface could be better."

"Any time you use a cloud service, there are increased security risks. If you want more security, you have to have private hosting."

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"Customers have noticed a considerable price increase after VMware's acquisition by Broadcom."

"The product should support integration with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)"

"This product doesn't have a GUI. In order to use it properly, I need to connect it to a new GUI or build a GUI to manage it — it's pretty difficult."

"Tanzu could provide more granular control over whatever networking is being done on the containers. I would also like to see a slightly more detailed view of application-level tracing. I'm referring to the connections between different microservices. If they added a service-matching feature, that would be helpful for the customers to build or be more effective."

"I would like to see additional support for things outside of Cloud Foundry."

"The infrastructure is quite challenging."

"Addressing the high upfront costs could improve the product. Implementing a subscription-based model with tiered service options could make it more accessible to a broader range of customers."

"We want to see a new feature that helps build more security architecture like Zero Trust Security or shifting left in Kubernetes."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is operational expenditure (OPEX). There is no cost upfront. When you start using it, you have to pay the charges. Initially, the cost is less, but after you start using it more and more, the cost will go higher. It is a little bit costly, but that is okay because you get better resources. You also get better support in terms of how you create the resources. Documentation is available, and the SLAs are met."

"Microsoft Azure is a cost-effective solution where you use it as per your requirement and pay for it."

"We are on an annual subscription. However, there are other options available."

"The long-term cost is higher than if you set up the servers on-premises, which is something that could be improved through more competitive pricing."

"Microsoft Azure is not expensive. You pay for what you use. If you are using it everything could be expensive."

"Azure is cheaper than solutions from other cloud vendors like AWS or Google."

"Its pricing model can be improved. It is variable, and if you do a simulation now, within a few months, the price can change, and your simulation would no longer be valid."

"The monthly costs become very reasonable because of the discounts you get on longer reserved instances."

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"One of our Spanish customers told us that VMware Tanzu Service Mesh is a very expensive product for their data center."

"The solution is bundled in with Cloud Foundry so the pricing is not independent."

"It is not the most expensive option, and I believe the capabilities align well with the value it provides."

"Since we were at a large data center, the price might not have been a concern for us."

"There are different licenses available. You have to upgrade your license if you want to scale the solution more."

"VMware Tanzu Mission Control is cheaper than Red Hat OpenShift."

"The licensing cost is expensive."

"The least expensive licensing cost for VMware is around $350 per core."

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Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

10%

University

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Government

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Midsize Enterprise	53
Large Enterprise	148

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Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	10

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Also Known As

Windows Azure, Azure, MS Azure

Tanzu Application Catalog, Application Platform, Application Service, Hub, Mission Control, Service Mesh, Build Service, Concourse for VMware Tanzu

Overview

Microsoft Azure integrates services and offers flexibility, ensuring compatibility with diverse environments. Its scalability, security, and cost-efficient features enhance deployment and management, making it ideal for infrastructure services and application hosting.

Azure provides a comprehensive suite of tools for application deployment, virtual machine management, and data analytics. It allows seamless integration with Power BI and offers a user-friendly interface supported by detailed documentation and technical support. Though users appreciate its capabilities, they sometimes face challenges with costs, setup, and interface complexity, alongside integration and performance issues. Frequent updates and a learning curve are also noted, though Azure's cloud-based security and scalability remain critical for disaster recovery and business continuity.

What are Azure's key features?

Integrated Services: Ensures compatibility with Microsoft and non-Microsoft environments.
Scalability: Supports growing business demands with flexible computing power.
Security: Offers robust cloud-based security features for data protection.
Cost Efficiency: Provides options that optimize costs for diverse requirements.
Application Deployment: Facilitates quick rollout of apps and services.

What benefits should users expect from Azure?

Operational Optimization: Allows companies to streamline processes effectively.
Innovative Efficiency: Empowers businesses to innovate with powerful tools.
Reliable Support: Backed by strong technical support and comprehensive documentation.
Flexible Cloud Solutions: Offers a range of options for cloud migrations and infrastructure management.

Microsoft Azure is widely implemented in industries like financial services, healthcare, and logistics for hosting enterprise applications and vital services. Companies utilize its capabilities for IoT applications, DevOps, and Kubernetes clusters, benefiting from its cloud migrations, data analytics, and active directory support.

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VMware Tanzu Platform is designed for cloud-native development and management of Kubernetes, CI/CD processes, microservices, and containerized workloads. It supports deployments both on cloud and on-premises, providing centralized management via Mission Control.

VMware Tanzu Platform offers seamless integration with vSphere, ESX, and vSAN, supporting centralized cluster management and lifecycle management. The platform provides a GUI for monitoring CI/CD pipelines and network policies, enhancing multi-tenancy and Day 2 operations. Users can easily manage Kubernetes clusters, monitor applications, and integrate with tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Cloud Foundry, and Azure. It ensures compliance and security for service providers, financial institutions, and businesses.

What are the key features of VMware Tanzu Platform?

Integration with vSphere, ESX, and vSAN: Enhances compatibility and flexibility.
Seamless Cluster Management: Centralized control over Kubernetes clusters.
CI/CD Pipelines and Network Policies: Simplifies monitoring and management.
Multi-tenancy Support: Facilitates resource sharing among multiple users.
Comprehensive Lifecycle Management: Streamlines deployment and scalability.
Observability Platform: Provides enhanced visibility and control.

What benefits and ROI should users look for in VMware Tanzu Platform reviews?

Centralized Management: Simplifies operations and reduces manual effort.
Enhanced Compliance and Security: Meets regulatory requirements.
Flexibility in Deployment: Supports both cloud and on-premises options.
Seamless Integration: Works with multiple vendors and tools.
Developer-Friendly Environment: Improves productivity and innovation.

Industries such as financial institutions, service providers, and businesses requiring rigorous compliance and security deploy VMware Tanzu Platform. These entities benefit from centralized management, streamlined DevOps processes, and integrated tools, enhancing their capabilities in cloud-native developments and containerized workloads.

Broadcom

Sample Customers

BMW, Toyota, easyJet, NBC Sports, HarperCollins, Aviva, TalkTalk Business, Avanade, and Telenor.

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