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# Compare VirtualBox vs VMware Workstation Pro

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> Detailed comparison between VirtualBox and VMware Workstation Pro. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | VirtualBox | VMware Workstation Pro |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 885 | 57 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$149.00 |
| **Free Trial** | - | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support | - |
| **Training** | - | - |

## Best for

### VirtualBox

Designed for enterprise and home use, it is a virtual machine solution that helps control multiple virtual machines, manage multiscreen resolutions, connect with iSCSI storage servers, and more.

### VMware Workstation Pro

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## Key features

### VirtualBox

- API
- Authentication
- Configuration Management
- DaaS
- Data Synchronisation
- Desktop Virtualisation
- Desktop/Application Virtualization
- Graphical User Interface
- Multi-Device Support
- Remote Access/Control
- Remote Monitoring & Management
- Remote Update/Installation
- VDI
- Virtual Server
- Virtualisation

### VMware Workstation Pro

- Configuration Management
- Remote Update/Installation
- VDI
- Virtual Machine Encryption
- Virtual Machine Monitoring
- Virtual Server
- Virtualisation

## Links

- [View VirtualBox Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/169939/virtualbox)
- [View VMware Workstation Pro Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/212916/vmware-workstation-player)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/169939/212916/virtualbox/vs/vmware-workstation-player)

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