VMware Exit • Managed Proxmox
Managed Proxmox VE
Migrate off VMware and let us run Proxmox VE for you — in our Frankfurt data center. Cut virtualization costs up to 40%, keep 24/7 operations, and never touch a hypervisor at 2 a.m. The open-source VMware alternative, operated for you.
Professional data center environment in Frankfurt
Initial situation
Broadcom's VMware pricing broke the math for mid-market IT
Since Broadcom took over VMware, perpetual licenses are gone, everything is subscription and bundled, and renewal quotes for SMB and mid-market teams have jumped several-fold — for the same hypervisor you already run. Proxmox VE does the same job on open source: KVM virtualization, live migration, HA, integrated backup — but you own it, and you run it where you choose.
- Open source — no Broadcom subscription, no per-socket surprises
- KVM + LXC, live migration, HA, integrated backup/restore
- Windows and Linux VMs — imported, no rewrite
- Runs in Germany — your VMs and control stay in the EU
The offer
Was „Managed Proxmox“ bei Hostzero bedeutet
We run the cluster 24/7
Security patches & upgrades handled
99.9% availability SLA
Your VMs stay in Germany
No vendor lock-in — export anytime
Why teams migrate from VMware to Proxmox VE
Substantial Cost Savings
Reduce licensing costs by up to 40% versus VMware. A free open-source core, affordable enterprise support, and lower hardware requirements — no per-socket subscription.
Open-Source Flexibility
Full source-code access, no vendor lock-in, and easy VM import/export. Backed by a large, active community and continuous improvement.
Scalability & Performance
The high-performance KVM hypervisor with minimal overhead, live migration and software-defined storage (ZFS/Ceph) — from a handful of VMs to thousands.
| Feature | VMware (Broadcom) | Proxmox VE |
|---|---|---|
Licensing | Subscription only | Free core, paid support |
Open source | No | Yes |
Hypervisor | ESXi | KVM |
Containers | No | Native LXC |
Web Interface | vCenter (licensed) | Included |
Storage | vSAN (licensed) | ZFS, Ceph, NFS, iSCSI |
Live Migration | Yes (licensed tiers) | Yes |
Backup | Add-on / licensed | Integrated (PBS) |
Typical TCO Savings | — | Up to 40% |
Transparent pricing
Packages & Prices
Two ways to work with us: a one-time migration, or fully managed operations. Predictable monthly cost — no per-socket licensing.
VMware → Proxmox Migration
We assess, migrate and validate your estate off VMware
Managed Proxmox
We run your Proxmox cluster 24/7 — production-grade, fully managed
On-site Staff Training
Hands-on Proxmox VE training at your location, tailored to your team and infrastructure — from basic operations to advanced techniques.
Migration
From VMware to Proxmox in weeks — zero downtime
Assessment
Inventory VMs, storage and networking; design the migration and fallback
Parallel build
A Proxmox cluster is stood up alongside your VMware environment
Migration
VMs are moved and validated — Windows and Linux, no rewrite
Operation
We run it 24/7 — patches, upgrades, SLA; you drop the Broadcom bill
Why teams choose Hostzero for Proxmox
We don't just offer Proxmox VE services — we live and breathe it. Deep expertise and a proven track record across complex VMware-to-Proxmox migrations.
Unparalleled Experience
Years of hands-on complex migrations and large-scale Proxmox deployments across industries — we’ve met and solved virtually every virtualization challenge.
In-House Implementation
Hostzero’s own infrastructure runs on Proxmox VE. We practise what we preach, which translates into better service and support.
End-to-End Service
From consulting and migration to 24/7 operations and on-site training — we build and host dedicated Proxmox infrastructure in our data center.
Hostzero
Your Trusted Proxmox VE Partner
At Hostzero, we don't just offer Proxmox VE services – we live and breathe this technology every day. Our deep expertise and proven track record make us the ideal partner for your Proxmox VE migration and management needs. But don't just take our word for it – let our expertise and client success speak for themselves.
Comprehensive Service Offering
From initial consulting and seamless migration to 24/7 maintenance and on-site training, we offer end-to-end Proxmox VE solutions. Our experts can build and host dedicated Proxmox infrastructures in our state-of-the-art data center, allowing you to focus on your core business while we handle the technical intricacies.
Migrating to Proxmox VE with Hostzero was a game-changer for our business. We've cut our virtualization costs by 40%, but more importantly, we've gained a reliable, secure, and flexible infrastructure that supports our growth. Hostzero's expertise made the transition smooth, and their ongoing support gives us peace of mind. We can now focus on our core business, knowing our digital operations are in expert hands.
Robin Mayler, Rod Mayler Group
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ready to leave VMware?
Talk to an engineer — 30 minutes, no sales pitch. Send us your VMware setup and renewal quote, and we'll tell you honestly what a Proxmox migration would save and what it would take.