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Compare IBM Storage FlashSystem and Pure Storage Flash Arrays 
- Users report that Pure Storage Flash Arrays excel in ease of use, with a score of 9.4 for meeting requirements, while IBM Storage FlashSystem has a lower score of 8.9, indicating that users find Pure Storage more intuitive and user-friendly.
- Reviewers mention that Pure Storage Flash Arrays have a superior quality of support, scoring 9.0 compared to IBM's 8.6. This suggests that users feel more satisfied with the assistance they receive from Pure Storage when issues arise.
- G2 users highlight the product direction of Pure Storage Flash Arrays as outstanding, with a perfect score of 10.0, indicating strong confidence in the future development of the product. In contrast, IBM Storage FlashSystem received a score of 8.3, suggesting some uncertainty among users regarding its future enhancements.
- Users on G2 report that the ease of setup for IBM Storage FlashSystem is a concern, with a score of 7.8, while Pure Storage does not have a specific score listed but is generally perceived as easier to implement based on user feedback.
- Reviewers mention that the entry-level price for IBM Storage FlashSystem starts at $18,400.00, which may be a consideration for budget-conscious enterprises, while Pure Storage does not disclose an entry-level price, potentially indicating a more flexible pricing model.
- Users say that while both products serve the enterprise market, Pure Storage Flash Arrays have a higher percentage of reviews from enterprise users (62.5%) compared to IBM Storage FlashSystem (41.0%), suggesting a stronger alignment with enterprise needs and expectations.
- For any organization looking for an all-flash array with features that are both enterprise conducive and budget friendly, the small to entry level offering prices from IBM begin at $18,400.
In comparison to the competition, its value for money in the entry and small business range is practically unbeatable. The FCM technology provides an added level of security and durability.
Unfortunately large block reqs (somehwhat common in MSSQL for example at 64k or larger) is not nearly as performant and the touted IOPS ability is based on very small block sizes. Larger extends seems to slow it down significantly of which a few other...
Pros- >Flash storage arrays is much better in performance, pricing, space, more reliable then mechanical disk arrays > Up to date startup is well organised to provide enterprise storage for solid storage than disks. >Provide storage solutions to...
In comparison to the competition, its value for money in the entry and small business range is practically unbeatable. The FCM technology provides an added level of security and durability.
Pros- >Flash storage arrays is much better in performance, pricing, space, more reliable then mechanical disk arrays > Up to date startup is well organised to provide enterprise storage for solid storage than disks. >Provide storage solutions to...
Unfortunately large block reqs (somehwhat common in MSSQL for example at 64k or larger) is not nearly as performant and the touted IOPS ability is based on very small block sizes. Larger extends seems to slow it down significantly of which a few other...
