IPFW
5.9#11 in server virtualization softwareFree planFree planSelf-hosted
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Xen Orchestra
6.5#4 in server virtualization softwareFrom $1,000 a year ($83.33 a month)WebAPISelf-hosted
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| Fact | IPFW | Xen Orchestra |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | ipfw is the user interface for controlling the FreeBSD firewall, dummynet traffic shaper and packet scheduler, and in-kernel NAT services. | Xen Orchestra visualizes, manages, backs up and delegates XCP-ng or XenServer infrastructure across any number of pools and sites without requiring an agent. |
IPFW plans
- IPFWFree
Xen Orchestra plans
- Pro$1,000 a year
- Enterprise$1,800 a year
- Essential$2,000 a year
- Essential +$4,000 a year
Pick IPFW if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.