VMware Workstation Pro vs Microsoft Hyper-V
We've analyzed the technical infrastructure and pricing tiers of both VMware Workstation Pro and Microsoft Hyper-V to see which comes out on top for Virtualization Software.
VMware Workstation Pro
IT Professionals and Developers
Industry standard for running multiple operating systems as virtual machines on a single PC.
98% Verified
Available
Highs
- Excellent Linux integration
- Advanced networking options
- Robust snapshot features
Lows
- Pricier than competitors
- Higher resource usage
Featured Capabilities
- DirectX 11 & OpenGL 4.3 Support
- vSphere Integration
- REST API Support
- High-Performance 3D Graphics
Plans from Free (Personal) / $120/yr
Microsoft Hyper-V
Windows Enterprise Users
Native hypervisor allowing you to run multiple operating systems as virtual machines on Windows.
95% Verified
Included with Windows Pro/Enterprise
Highs
- Included with Windows Pro/Enterprise
- Excellent performance for Windows guests
- Deep OS integration
Lows
- Can conflict with other hypervisors
- Linux support is improving but not perfect
Featured Capabilities
- Native Windows integration
- Hardware virtualization
- Live migration
- Dynamic memory
Plans from Included with Windows Pro/Ent
The Final Verdict
After a head-to-head comparison of VMware Workstation Pro and Microsoft Hyper-V, the choice ultimately depends on your priority. If you value Excellent Linux integration, then VMware Workstation Pro is your clear winner. However, if Included with Windows Pro/Enterprise is your main goal, Microsoft Hyper-V might be the better fit.