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# VMware Fusion

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> VMware Fusion gives Mac users the power to run Windows on Mac along with hundreds of other operating systems.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.9/5** by 24 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.9/5** | 24 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: VMware
- **Founded**: 1989

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per Feature
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- Configuration Management
- Data Migration
- Virtual Machine Monitoring
- Virtualisation

## Support Options

- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base

## Category

- [Virtual Machine Software](https://www.capterra.co.nz/directory/31078/virtual-machine/software)

## Related Categories

- [Virtual Machine Software](https://www.capterra.co.nz/directory/31078/virtual-machine/software)
- [Virtualization Software](https://www.capterra.co.nz/directory/30618/virtualization/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/16365/azure) — 4.6/5 (1947 reviews)
2. [VirtualBox](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/169939/virtualbox) — 4.6/5 (885 reviews)
3. [Vinchin Backup & Recovery](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/180134/vinchin-backup-recovery) — 4.7/5 (153 reviews)
4. [NAKIVO Backup & Replication](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/161328/nakivo) — 4.8/5 (457 reviews)
5. [Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/170983/google-cloud-platform) — 4.7/5 (2262 reviews)

## Reviews

### "A reliable software for running virtual machines" — 5.0/5

> **Vasilis** | *30 January 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Easy setup even if you're a beginner and also generous free version.
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> **Cons**: A few months ago I tried to install Windows 11 on my M2 macbook using VMWare Fusion but failed. I hope this issue has been resolved by now.
> 
> My overall experience with VMware Fusion is really good. I use it for running Windows on my macOS system and haven't faced any important issues so far.

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### "Fusion is a great business tool for running different OS's on one physical client at the same time." — 4.0/5

> **Ben** | *4 April 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Fusion is an efficient and quality hypervisor for use on MacOS.  Streamlined enough for most business applications.
> 
> **Cons**: Running YouTube videos, or other highly graphic intense videos (like gaming) are not as smooth as some pay for solutions.
> 
> Fusion has been crucial for my work environment as I can run a VM on my client workstation that can be used as a "sandbox" environment, or include criteria that my client device cannot satisfy.

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### "A Reliable Virtualization Software" — 4.0/5

> **Sugam** | *20 October 2023* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: VMware Fusion is a really solid virtualization software that offers a lot of great features. It's fantastic for creating a versatile virtual environment where you can run various operating systems concurrently. Whether you're working with Windows, Ubuntu, CentOS, or others, VMware Fusion handles them with ease. It's known for being resource-efficient, ensuring that your host system and virtual machines run smoothly without hogging your computer's power. What really sets it apart is the seamless data sharing between the host and guest operating systems, which is a huge help for testing and software development. Plus, it has a user-friendly interface and excellent support, making it accessible to both beginners and experts. And the fact that it's readily available with minimal licensing concerns is definitely a big plus.
> 
> **Cons**: To get the most out of VMware Fusion, you'll need a fairly powerful computer, which might not be ideal for everyone. Some users have reported occasional performance hiccups, especially when running more advanced Linux versions. While it's user-friendly for the most part, setting it up can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you're new to virtualization. Complex configurations might require some technical know-how.
> 
> VMware Fusion is a dependable virtualization tool that strikes a balance between performance and user-friendliness. It's a great choice for exploring different operating systems and software development, despite a few performance quirks and a bit of a learning curve during setup.

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### "Incredibly powerful and useful tool" — 5.0/5

> **Manuel Ángel** | *8 November 2022* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: As a sysadmin, I find VMware Fusion to be an incredibly powerful and useful tool. It allows me to easily test and deploy new software and services in a safe and isolated environment, without affecting my production systems. Additionally, the ability to run multiple virtual machines on a single physical machine is extremely cost-effective and convenient. Overall, I highly recommend VMware Fusion to any sysadmin looking for a reliable and easy-to-use virtualization solution.
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> **Cons**: There were a few times when the software crashed or froze, but not is common
> 
> Overall, I have found VMware Fusion to be an excellent tool for managing virtual machines. It is easy to use and has a wide variety of features that make it an ideal tool for sysadmins. It is also very stable and has good performance.This tool to create and manage virtual machines, as well as providing a platform on which to test and develop new software. Additionally, it help us to save time and money by consolidating your hardware resources and allow us you to run multiple operating systems on a single computer.

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### "Fusion 12 - another solid product from VMware" — 5.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *20 July 2021* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: The quality is the big sell for me. My guest machine is running really well under Fusion on Big Sur whereas I'd had problems with it using another type 2 hypervisor on macOS. The limits are really generous in version 12 and you can utilise up to 32 CPUs and 128GB of RAM. By anyone's standards that is plenty for some reasonably complex lab setups.
> 
> **Cons**: I have hit a small issue with a linux guest that had the VMware tools removed. Every boot up it throws an error and the fix doesn't work (a vmx edit for a setting that's not present).
I was a fan of the older VM Tools that they shipped with their products, the para-virtualisation drivers always    worked well for me.
> 
> I have been utilising Fusion for labs and it's been a great experience. VMware have always produced some solid software and Fusion 12 is no exception.

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