Firecracker
6.3#5 in server virtualization softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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Xen Orchestra
6.5#4 in server virtualization softwareFrom $1,000 a yearWebAPISelf-hosted
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| Fact | Firecracker | Xen Orchestra |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Firecracker is open source virtualization technology for running secure, multi-tenant container and function workloads in lightweight microVMs. | Xen Orchestra visualizes, manages, backs up and delegates XCP-ng or XenServer infrastructure across any number of pools and sites without requiring an agent. |
Firecracker plans
- Firecracker VMMFree
Xen Orchestra plans
- Pro$1,000 a year
- Enterprise$1,800 a year
- Essential$2,000 a year
- Essential +$4,000 a year
Pick Firecracker if…
Firecracker suits teams running container or function workloads that need isolated, lightweight virtual machines and can use Linux hosts. Its REST API, resource controls, and integrations may also suit environments managing microVMs at scale.
Pick Xen Orchestra if…
Xen Orchestra suits teams managing XCP-ng or XenServer infrastructure who need self-hosted administration, backups or automation. Its plans and support options have different host limits and ticket or response terms.