VMware Cloud Foundation vs VMware Cloud on AWS comparison

VMware Cloud Foundation and VMware Cloud on AWS are both solutions in the Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms category. VMware Cloud Foundation is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.3, while VMware Cloud on AWS is ranked #12 with an average rating of 8.0. VMware Cloud Foundation holds a 19.9% mindshare in HCCP, compared to VMware Cloud on AWS’s 2.4% mindshare. Additionally, 91% of VMware Cloud Foundation users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of VMware Cloud on AWS users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 15, 2024

VMware Cloud Foundation and VMware Cloud on AWS compete in the cloud integration category, enhancing data center capabilities. VMware Cloud on AWS often has the upper hand because of its advanced disaster recovery and seamless migration capabilities combined with native AWS integrations.

Features: VMware Cloud Foundation supports hybrid cloud management, integrated automation tools, and provides a secure scalable infrastructure. VMware Cloud on AWS offers native AWS integrations, advanced disaster recovery, and compatible AWS services for seamless workload migration.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: VMware Cloud Foundation simplifies deployment with consistent infrastructure across environments and has well-regarded customer service for quick issue resolution. VMware Cloud on AWS provides streamlined cloud transition with AWS integration but may face complex deployment due to AWS-specific management needs, benefiting from comprehensive AWS support resources.

Pricing and ROI: VMware Cloud Foundation may have high initial setup costs from hardware and licensing but offers substantial ROI through reduced operational expenses. VMware Cloud on AWS has lower initial costs and immediate scalability, providing quicker ROI especially for organizations already utilizing AWS services and is often seen as more cost-effective with rapid deployment advantages.

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Categories and Ranking

VMware Cloud Foundation

Ranking in Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms

3rd

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) (11th)

VMware Cloud on AWS

Ranking in Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms

12th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms category, the mindshare of VMware Cloud Foundation is 19.9%, down from 23.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Cloud on AWS is 2.4%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Narasimha Reddy Illuri

VMware Administrator at Infosys

There is progress in performance and stability, but further advancements are needed for end-user satisfaction

VMware Cloud Foundation's best features include its advanced capabilities, security purposes, and performance levels. The solution offers efficient licensing options. Previously, vSphere essential was available, but now it has moved to VMware Cloud Foundation 8.0. It includes advanced features such as lifecycle manager, patching level, and cluster level patching options. The solution now offers auto-deployment of VMs. Previously, I had to use the content library, right-click, and create VMs manually. With VMware Cloud Foundation, auto-deployment is possible by simply right-clicking and assigning a specific DHCP IP, enabling physical to vCenter level communication for automatic VM deployment. The workload portability feature in VMware Cloud Foundation provides good workload balance. For instance, in a cluster level with four to five ESXi hosts, each host has minimum resources allocated for CPU and memory, resulting in significantly reduced utilization at the VMware Cloud Foundation level.

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Bao Yi Chai

Manager at Sarawak Energy Berhad

Stable product with a valuable portability feature

We use the product to migrate privately hosted on-premises servers to the cloud VMware Cloud on AWS's most valuable feature is portability. We can seamlessly upload and download data from on-premise to the cloud and move it back to the premise whenever required. The platform's cost could be…

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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 most valuable features in VMware Cloud Foundation are life cycle management and ease of use."

"All features of VMware Cloud Foundation are valuable to us, as it covers every industry standard protocol and requirement protocol, and it assists in meeting our requirements for host-level redundancy on both the primary site and the DR site."

"The mission aspect of the solution is the most valuable feature."

"VMware Cloud Foundation allows for extensive customization, aligning with our customer requirements."

"I like that VMware Cloud Foundation reduces both the installation and setup time from a matter of weeks to hours."

"We use VMware Cloud Foundation mainly for the virtualization part, and because it's a suite where everything is combined, we have vSphere and vCenter."

"Overall, I rate VMware Cloud Foundation a nine out of ten."

"The product enables flexibility in network structures."

More VMware Cloud Foundation pros

"The initial setup process is straightforward."

"It's a private solution, mainly. But with VMware on AWS, the best part is the ease of migration from VMware to VMware."

Cons

"I would like to be able to connect the APIs."

"The interface is good, but there are compatibility issues or issues with the certificate for the VCenter."

"Life cycle management is an area for improvement."

"VMware Cloud Foundation can improve the process of upgrading. For example, if you want to upgrade or migrate any component it is very complex."

"In the early adoption of VMware Cloud Foundation, we have seen minor problems. For example, in our Federation, I see the single pane of glass where we need to manage everything, which is good. However, internally, we have a Kafka database that is distributed by the database used by the SDDC manager. During the distribution and synchronization, there is some issue and we need to stop the process."

"The solution's log management could be improved because the logs don't provide enough information."

"The platform needs improvement in terms of troubleshooting."

"The tool's price tag is high."

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"There is one thing for improvement. To connect with VMware Cloud on AWS, you need to connect via some sort of IPS. Previously, there were no IPS features available."

"The platform's cost could be reduced."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing can be more competitive."

"The price of VMware Cloud Foundation is expensive."

"The pricing is moderate. I would rate it six out of ten."

"This solutuion can be expensive for small and medium-sized companies."

"If our customer has the option to buy a server for $4,000 or $5,000, but VMware asks for two-person licensing $7,000 to $8,000, which is more than the hardware price. So sometimes, the customer cannot pay for it because it's too expensive."

"I give the price a three out of ten."

"VMware Cloud Foundation is overpriced, but I think we get what we pay for."

"The price of VMware Cloud Foundation is a bit high. However, it comes with a lot of useful features and can handle a lot of operational complexity. Overall the price can be seen as being fair for what it offers."

More VMware Cloud Foundation pricing and cost advice

"The product is expensive."

"The pricing depends on the version and the number of virtual machines. Based on that, the cost can vary."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

16%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Computer Software Company

28%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Healthcare Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Company Size

By reviewers

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about VMware Cloud Foundation?

VMware Cloud Foundation provides us with the vSphere dashboard through which we can manage, monitor, schedule, and spin up your virtual machines. We can manage, monitor, and get reports of your inf...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Cloud Foundation?

I'm not involved in sales, so I have no specific information about pricing. However, I've heard it's not a cheap product, but the cost includes very good support.

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What needs improvement with VMware Cloud Foundation?

VMware Cloud Foundation is complex, and there are always updates regarding security features, accessibility, and the user interface. Making changes isn't simple because there are a lot of tables to...

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What do you like most about VMware Cloud on AWS?

The initial setup process is straightforward.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Cloud on AWS?

The product is expensive.

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What needs improvement with VMware Cloud on AWS?

The platform's cost could be reduced.

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Comparisons

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Compared 10% of the time

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 39% of the time

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Compared 36% of the time

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Compared 25% of the time

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Overview

VMware Cloud Foundation makes it easy to deploy and run a hybrid cloud. VMware Cloud Foundation provides integrated cloud infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, and security) and cloud management services to run enterprise applications in both private and public environments.

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VMware Cloud on AWS integrates VMware's enterprise-class SDDC with AWS's scalable infrastructure, offering innovative solutions for IT needs. It combines both environments for seamless application migration and management.

Developed to address hybrid cloud challenges, VMware Cloud on AWS offers streamlined processes for migrating applications, enhancing scalability and reducing costs. By leveraging VMware's infrastructure alongside AWS's global presence, organizations can efficiently optimize their IT environments. Users have noted the ease of integrating on-premises infrastructure with AWS environments, highlighting it as a valuable tool for modern infrastructure transformations. Despite its strengths, reviewers suggest enhancements in cost management tools.

What are the most important features?

Hybrid Cloud Extension: Enables easy migration of applications across cloud environments without downtime.
Consistent Infrastructure: Provides a consistent VMware experience across on-premises and AWS.
Global Reach: Utilizes AWS's global infrastructure for disaster recovery and data sovereignty.
Robust Security: Incorporates VMware's extensive security features across both infrastructures.
Scalability: Easily scale resources up or down based on needs without hardware concerns.

Which benefits and ROI should users look for?

Reduced Costs: Minimizes the need for additional hardware investment and maintenance.
Increased Agility: Quick deployment enhances time-to-market for applications and services.
Improved Performance: Leverages AWS's infrastructure for robust application performance.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlined operations with unified management tools.
Disaster Recovery: Offers cost-effective and efficient disaster recovery solutions.

In particular industries, VMware Cloud on AWS is used extensively in finance and healthcare due to its strong compliance and security features. Financial institutions benefit from its disaster recovery capabilities, while healthcare providers utilize its secure data management features. It enables seamless integration of applications, thus supporting industry-specific regulatory requirements. Its ability to scale easily supports dynamic workloads and increasing data handling needs.

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