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How is VMware horizon view licensed?

This model is essentially a per device licensing model. Rather than licensing individual users to use virtual desktops as is done in the per named user model, the license applies instead to the device the user works with to connect to his virtual desktop.

How much does a VMware license cost?

VMware or Hyper-V? Part 3: Virtualization Licensing Costs

vSphere EditionCostBasic Support
Standard (requires vCenter)$995$273
Enterprise Plus (requires vCenter)$3,595$755
Platinum (Enterprise Plus & AppDefense -requires vCenter)$4,595
Standard – Acceleration Kit$11,350$2,935

How much does VMware horizon cost?

VMware Horizon pricing starts at $3116.00 per user, as a one-time payment. They do not have a free version.

How much does Hyperv cost?

Cost

ProductMicrosoft Hyper-V
MarketsWindows Server users, Microsoft/Azure customers
CostStandard: $1,323 for up to 16 cores Datacenter: $3,607 for up to 16 cores
MigrationLive migration and import/export enables easy VM movement without downtime
Key DifferentiatorTop offering for Windows data centers

Does Hyper-V cost?

VMware Pricing vs Hyper-V Pricing Both ESXi and Hyper-V are free to download, and can be used for free without limitation on the CPUs, RAM or storage on the host. But while the hypervisor itself is free, the management layer is provided at extra charge.

Is VMware View free?

VMware Horizon does not have a free version. VMware Horizon paid version starts at US$3,116.00/one-time.

How can I get a free VMware ESXi license?

Downloading the free ESXi software and license is easy. Navigate to and select Download Now. You might need to create a free account to continue. Register for the download when prompted.