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Apache CloudStack vs oVirt
Both stand on virtualization management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Apache CloudStack combines cloud deployment and management with broad hypervisor, storage, and access options. Its self-hosted model and operator security responsibilities are important considerations.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
oVirt offers self-hosted virtualization management with centralized storage, automation interfaces, and community support. Plan for command-line installation and additional host capacity if you need migration or high availability.
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| Apache CloudStack | oVirt | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cloudstack.apache.org | ovirt.org |
| On virtualization management software | #1 of 34 | #2 of 34 |
Apache CloudStack: what it does well
- Free, open-source software
- Supports public, private, and hybrid clouds
- Offers web, command-line, and API management
- Supports multiple hypervisors
- LTS releases receive 18 months of fixes
What to know first
- Operators are responsible for key security protections
- LTS fix period is 18 months
oVirt: what it does well
- Free, open-source virtualization management.
- Supports multiple centralized storage options.
- Provides a REST API and language SDKs.
- Self-hosted Engine can be highly available.
What to know first
- Installation is performed from the command line.
- Advanced features require at least one additional host.
- The listed supported systems are specific Enterprise Linux and CentOS Stream releases.
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