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Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines

Composite Score
8.9 /10
CX Score
9.1 /10
Category
Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines
8.9 /10

What is Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines?

Migrate your business- and mission-critical workloads to Azure infrastructure and improve operational efficiency. Run SQL Server, SAP, Oracle® software and high-performance computing applications on Azure Virtual Machines. Choose your favorite Linux distribution or Windows Server.

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Awards & Recognition

Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines won the following awards in the Cloud Infrastructure as a Service category

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Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines Ratings

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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

91 Likeliness to Recommend

98 Plan to Renew

86 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+91 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines?

3% Negative
3% Neutral
94% Positive

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity

Feature Ratings

Average 84

Cloud Integration

87

Load Balancing

86

Encryption and Decryption Support

86

Data Migration

85

Access Management

85

Cloud Backup

85

Regulatory Compliance

85

Analytics and Reporting

85

Systems Performance Management

85

Capacity Management

84

SLA Management

84

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 84

Ease of IT Administration

85

Quality of Features

85

Business Value Created

85

Breadth of Features

85

Ease of Implementation

84

Ease of Data Integration

84

Availability and Quality of Training

84

Usability and Intuitiveness

83

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

83

Ease of Customization

83

Vendor Support

81

Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines Reviews

Kevin P.

  • Role: Consultant
  • Industry: Consulting
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2023

Bridge Microsoft Licensing with Best in Breed Clou

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines from other similar products?

Integration with Microsoft Licensing.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Single pane of view for Microsoft products/solutions

What do you dislike most about this product?

Lack of open source solutions

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Utilize a Microsoft Partner for the migration

Pros

  • Unique Features
  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable

Nikunj B.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2023

Azure is the Future! Awesome services from OpenAI.

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines from other similar products?

ChatGPT and OpenAI Services Integration with Azure

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

> OpenAI Services > ChatGPT is coming soon to the Azure OpenAI Service > Azure’s AI-optimized infrastructure enables businesses to create cutting-edge applications.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Azure ML Studio Interface needs improvement.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Best Cloud available in the market.

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Respectful
  • Reliable
  • Effective Service

Cons

  • Less Efficient Service

Deland M.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2023

Feature rich

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines from other similar products?

It stands out because it is very secure and meets strict rules for using data. This makes it a good choice for businesses with sensitive information. Microsoft Azure also works well with companies' existing computer systems running 365

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

In my opinion, the best feature of Azure is its security and compliance measures. I also like the ability to easily connect my on-premises systems with the cloud, allowing for a seamless experience.

What do you dislike most about this product?

One aspect that I don't particularly like about Microsoft Azure is the learning curve for using some of its services. There is a lot of functionality offered, but it can be overwhelming for someone new to cloud computing. The interface can also be a bit cluttered and difficult to navigate at times.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you're considering Azure, I would highly recommend doing your research and considering your specific needs and budget. Azure offers a wide range of services and tools, but some of them may be more advanced than you need, or they may come at an additional cost.

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity
  • Unique Features

Cons

  • Slower Product Innovation
  • Less Inspiring

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