Compare VMware Fusion and VMware Workstation Pro 
- Users report that VMware Fusion excels in OS integration, with a score of 9.3, allowing seamless operation between macOS and Windows environments, while VMware Workstation Pro, although strong at 9.4, is primarily focused on Windows, which may limit cross-platform functionality for Mac users.
- Reviewers mention that VMware Workstation Pro shines in performance management, scoring 9.1, with features like advanced snapshot management and virtual machine cloning, which enhance productivity for developers and IT professionals. In contrast, VMware Fusion, with a score of 8.0, lacks some of these advanced management features.
- G2 users highlight that VMware Fusion offers excellent portability with a score of 9.0, making it easy to run virtual machines on different devices, while VMware Workstation Pro scores slightly higher at 9.2, but users note that it is more resource-intensive, which can affect performance on less powerful machines.
- Users on G2 report that VMware Workstation Pro has superior data recovery options, scoring 9.0, which is crucial for users who need to ensure their virtual environments are secure and recoverable. VMware Fusion, with a lower score of 7.7, does not provide the same level of data recovery features.
- Reviewers say that security is a strong point for VMware Fusion, which received a score of 9.4, with features like encrypted virtual machines and secure boot. VMware Workstation Pro, while also secure, scored slightly lower at 9.0, indicating that Fusion may offer a more robust security framework for users concerned about data protection.
- Users report that both products have a good quality of support, with VMware Workstation Pro scoring 8.8 compared to VMware Fusion's 8.6. However, reviewers mention that the support for Workstation Pro is often more tailored to enterprise needs, making it a better choice for larger organizations.
- Easily Switch from a PC to a Mac
- Designed for OS X El Capitan and ready for the latest releases of Windows 10
- Perfect complement to Boot Camp
There are some softwares only available on Windows and not on MacOSX and with fusion I can use them like I used them in my old computer. The software runs even faster in the virtual machine than in my old windows computer.
Price, there is number of open-source products available that can do mostly the same (minus the integration). The WiFi bridging to your VM doesn't work as expect. The VM doesn't get DHCP packets, on static or LAN Bridge works correctly. VMWare never...
From a single desktop/Laptop computer, it is simple to run virtual environments locally which is very helpful for Lab Purposes. It is a best Type B hypervisor.
Cost and closed-source. The closed-source part is not as much of a complaint as the cost. It's extremely annoying that it costs $150 to upgrade versions, basically turning the product into a $150/year subscription (after initial $250 investment for the...
There are some softwares only available on Windows and not on MacOSX and with fusion I can use them like I used them in my old computer. The software runs even faster in the virtual machine than in my old windows computer.
From a single desktop/Laptop computer, it is simple to run virtual environments locally which is very helpful for Lab Purposes. It is a best Type B hypervisor.
Price, there is number of open-source products available that can do mostly the same (minus the integration). The WiFi bridging to your VM doesn't work as expect. The VM doesn't get DHCP packets, on static or LAN Bridge works correctly. VMWare never...
Cost and closed-source. The closed-source part is not as much of a complaint as the cost. It's extremely annoying that it costs $150 to upgrade versions, basically turning the product into a $150/year subscription (after initial $250 investment for the...
