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We performed a comparison between Quantum ActiveScale and VAST Data 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.
To learn more, read our detailed Quantum ActiveScale vs. VAST Data Report (Updated: May 2024).
771,170 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The technology is stable which is good.""Workflow is easy to manage and maintain."

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"The solution is useful for machine learning and scientific applications, including computer simulations.""This has been one of the most reliable storage systems that I have ever used."

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Cons
"Lacks some ability to integrate with different systems.""We would like to see a self-sufficient installation."

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"The read/write ratio is an area in the solution with some flaws and needs improvement.""The write performance could be improved because it is less than half of the read performance."

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  • "Quantum ActiveScale is open-source."
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  • "We acquired VAST Data as a one-time, capital purchase."
  • "Price-wise, VAST Data is not the cheapest, not the most expensive one."
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    Top Answer:The solution is useful for machine learning and scientific applications, including computer simulations.
    Top Answer:Price-wise, VAST Data is not the cheapest, not the most expensive one.
    Top Answer:The read/write ratio is an area in the solution with some flaws and needs improvement.
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    ActiveScale, Quantum ActiveScale Object Storage, ActiveScale Object Storage
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    Overview

    StorNext File System
    Increase productivity and reduce time to critical business insights with StorNext® File System. StorNext architecture delivers the necessary performance to get your business moving forward.

    Innovation to break decades of data storage trade-offs.

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    Norwest Venture Partners, General Dynamics Information Technology, Ginkgo Bioworks
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Manufacturing Company17%
    Educational Organization11%
    Government9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Manufacturing Company14%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    University6%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise7%
    Large Enterprise62%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise63%
    Buyer's Guide
    Quantum ActiveScale vs. VAST Data
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Quantum ActiveScale vs. VAST Data and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    771,170 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Quantum ActiveScale is ranked 20th in File and Object Storage while VAST Data is ranked 12th in File and Object Storage with 2 reviews. Quantum ActiveScale is rated 7.6, while VAST Data is rated 10.0. The top reviewer of Quantum ActiveScale writes "Good performance and reliable but the setup is complex". On the other hand, the top reviewer of VAST Data writes "Stability-wise, a device that has been up and running for years". Quantum ActiveScale is most compared with Dell ECS, Dell PowerScale (Isilon), Qumulo and MinIO, whereas VAST Data is most compared with Pure Storage FlashBlade, NetApp AFF, Pure Storage FlashArray, Qumulo and Dell PowerScale (Isilon). See our Quantum ActiveScale vs. VAST Data report.

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