Future-Proof Your Virtualization —Run VMware + KVM on 1STACK Cloud
Save costs. Gain flexibility. Run VMware, KVM, or both—on your terms.
1STACK Cloud empowers enterprises to modernize virtualization with cost-optimized VMware, KVM, and hybrid cloud solutions—delivering flexibility, savings, and future-ready infrastructure in a single platform. You can continue to run VMware where needed, explore KVM for cost-sensitive workloads, or adopt a hybrid VMware + KVM virtualization model.
VMware-as-a-Service
VMware-as-a-Service: Modern Infrastructure, Familiar Tools
Run VMware on 1STACK Cloud with greater efficiency and lower costs—no compromises required.
- On-demand compute and storage clusters
- Multiple resource pools per tenant
- Transparent, node-based pricing
- Support for VMware Hypervisor and Cloud Director
- Save up to 24% on VMware licensing
Beyond VMware
Embrace Multi-Hypervisor Agility
Why choose one hypervisor when you can run both?
1STACK Cloud gives you the power to run workloads across VMware and KVM—whichever suits your budget, performance, or development needs.
Platform Options & Integration
Unified support for KVM and VMware, enabling flexible workload placement and dev/test segmentation.
Cloud-Native & PaaS
Run containerized apps and Kubernetes with our integrated Platform-as-a-Service.
Operational Efficiency
Manage all workloads through a single control plane with built-in backup, high availability, and compliance.
Performance Tuning
Optimize workloads with per-hypervisor resource profiles.
Unified Visibility
Monitor performance, cost, and security metrics across hypervisors with integrated dashboards.
Hybrid Cloud Ready
Extend your on-prem infrastructure into the cloud with VMware and/or KVM nodes.
Choose Your Ideal Cloud
Path with 1STACK Cloud
Compare your virtualization options—stay with VMware, move to KVM, or adopt a hybrid 2-in-1 strategy.
| Scenario | Stay on VMware | VMware + KVM 2-in-1 on Cloud | Migrate to KVM on Cloud |
| VMware Licensing | High cost due to minimum sizing & low optimization | Optimized due to economic of scale | Most Cost effective |
| Infrastructure (DC, Servers, Networking & Security) | Additional Cost | Included | Included |
| Technical Support | Additional Cost | Included | Included |
| 24/7 Operation & Monitoring | Additional Cost | Included | Included |
| Periodic Infrastructure Refresh | Additional Cost | Included | Included |
| Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) | $$$$$ | $$$ | $$ |
While VMware on public cloud presents TCO benefits compared to on-prem due to less licensing costs, low hardware setup, and reduced operational overhead, KVM on public cloud generally offers a lower TCO due to its open-source nature, no vendor lock-in and reduced support costs.
Cut 3-Year Total Cost
of Ownership with 1STACK Cloud
Transitioning from an on-prem VMware vCloud setup to a cloud-based VMware
and/or KVM environment results in a significant three-year total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction.
| Deployment Model | Reduction in Licensing & Support Costs | Reduction in Total Infrastructure Hardware, Licensing & Support Costs |
| On-premise VMware | 0% | 0% |
| VMWare on Cloud | -24% | -10% |
| VMware + KVM 2-in-1 Cloud | -47% | -20% |
| KVM on Cloud | -69% | -30% |
- Up to 69% reduction on licensing and support costs
- Up to 30% reduction in infrastructure hardware, licensing, and support costs
VMware & Broadcom: A Turning Point
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware has introduced major changes that are reshaping how organizations manage their virtualization strategy. From licensing shifts to product discontinuation, the implications are significant—and costly.
- Subscription-Only Licensing: The perpetual license model is being eliminated, locking customers into recurring fees.
- Product Streamlining: Key bundles such as vSphere Essentials are being phased out, reducing flexibility for smaller environments.
- Increased Renewal Costs & Forced Bundling: Organizations face higher costs and less choice due to mandatory package upgrades.
- Strategic Uncertainty: Lack of clarity on product roadmaps and support cycles creates risk for long-term planning.
Now is the ideal time to explore more agile, cost-optimized alternatives. By transitioning to 1STACK Cloud, your organization can avoid rising costs and vendor lock-in—while gaining a stable, future-ready infrastructure platform that supports both VMware and KVM, on your terms.
Planning Ahead: Key Questions to Ask
Before renewing VMware, consider your options:
- Server Footprint: How many servers are currently dedicated to your VMware infrastructure?
- Renewal Timeline: When does your organization plan to renew its VMware license or support service agreement?
- Modernization Goals: Are you exploring more cost-effective virtualization solutions to optimize or replace VMware?
Where Does 1STACK Cloud Fit In?
Whether continuing with VMware, shifting to KVM, or blending both, 1STACK Cloud provides an enterprise-grade, cost-effective, and scalable environment to support your evolving strategy.
- VMware-Compatible: Port your existing VMware workloads—no reconfiguration needed.
- Dual-Hypervisor Freedom: Run VMware, KVM, or a hybrid setup from a single pane of glass.
- True IaaS: Provision exactly what you need—CPU, RAM, storage—and scale as you need.
- Cost Savings: Cut licensing, support, hardware, and operational costs.
- Unified Ops: Simplify with managed infrastructure, transparent pricing, and integrated support.
- Cloud-Native Ready: Adopt containers, automation, and PaaS/NaaS services seamlessly.
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VMware’s shift to subscription-only licensing is a game changer. With 1STACK Cloud, you’re free to maintain your VMware stack, embrace KVM, or run both—all while cutting costs and boosting agility. You don’t need to rip and replace. With 1STACK Cloud, evolution is smooth, smart, and supported.
Trusted by forward-thinking IT teams to reduce TCO by up to 30%.
