# Azure Virtual Machines Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Azure Virtual Machines the right Virtual Machine solution for you? Explore 17 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/246720/Azure-Virtual-Desktop/reviews --- Azure Virtual Machines 4.4 (17) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/246720/Azure-Virtual-Machines/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 15th, 2026 # Reviews of Azure Virtual Machines Ease of use 4.3 Customer Service 4.3 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-17 of 17 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Estefania L. Engineering Project Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Enterprise-friendly cloud environment " April 19, 2023 4.0 We used Cognitive Service to implement PoC for a machine learning system. Text mining can be implemented easily without a full-time machine learning engineer. We could implement a product that meets our requirements without spending much money on hiring and training engineers. Pros In the past, Microsoft products had a strong Windows server image. Still, in recent years they have become capable of handling servers with a wide range of operating systems, such as Linux, making it easier to handle transfers from local environments. In addition, AI-based solutions such as Emotion API and Cognitive Service are also available. From an enterprise system standpoint, hiring an engineer with Azure development experience is a great way to strengthen these tools' benefits. Cons The price is slightly higher than other VM products, but quite a few have failed recently. I want a feature that automatically suspends unused VMs. Alternatives considered [VirtualBox](https://www.capterra.com/p/169939/VirtualBox/) Reason for choosing Azure Virtual Machines Because even employees outside the company network (attached to partner companies) can use the system and e-mail as if inside the company. If necessary, it is possible to set restrictions on the destination of the virtual PC (we configure it so that the software cannot be installed freely). There are two connection methods: remote connection and browser connection. A remote connection is fine, but if you cannot install software freely, you can connect through a browser to use it. Switched from [Amazon EC2](https://www.capterra.com/p/219781/EC2/) Creating virtual machines, especially with Windows operating systems, is easier than other products. We could use only the necessary functions by building a VM, so the unnecessary server lease fee was drastically reduced. Review Source RS RaviShankar S. Senior Enterprise Cloud Architect Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Create highly Scalable Virtual Servers globally" October 2, 2025 5.0 I have worked on Azure Platform for more than 7 years. The different chipset (Intel,AMD,ARM,Qualcomm) options microsoft gives to the customers to host their mission critical applications is really usefull. Pros Azure Virtual Machines are available in all Global Regions with multiple Hardware configurations which is fully scalable and supporting to run mission critical applications like SAP, Oracle, Bigdata,etc.. For the Azure Virtual machines customers are having multiple payment options like PayG, Reserved instances, Savings Plan, Spot instances for Dev workloads. Cons Some of the Microsoft regions are having CPU core capacity issues for deplying large scale workloads. PayG is expensive for the startup companies which are not affordable to spend on Microsoft Enterprise Agreement. Switched from [vSphere](https://www.capterra.com/p/93512/VMware-Horizon/) To run the mission critical Supply chain management workloads on the fly, we moved to Azure Virtual machines. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Associate Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Answer to every VM needs Azure VM" October 17, 2022 4.0 I have been using azure VM for good time now and I can proudly say its one of the best VM service on cloud because of varous factors like global region are most than others,its cost effecient,scalable ,etc. Pros There are a lot of things that I liked in Azure VMs like its almost cheap as other cloud providers,Its has various security features, you can integrate it with lots of other azure service example azure scale sets.Also it provides a wide range of VM types at over 33 region all over globe. Cons Nothing as such being the new VM service as compared to AWS its really grown very much now its almost good as best VM. Alternatives considered [Amazon EC2](https://www.capterra.com/p/219781/EC2/) Review Source Vikas M. Commercial Marketing Manager Telecommunications Used the software for: 1-2 years ### " Recommended when working in multiple environments" May 2, 2023 4.0 We have created a verification environment in the cloud and use it to verify configuration, design and train server engineers. In verifying on a local physical server, the verification work begins after the department secures the equipment and reconfigures the physical configuration. The number of preparatory steps has been reduced considerably. Considering that time is a cost, this alone is enough to reduce costs. In addition, it is possible to perform verification with multiple configurations, save the status when a problem occurs, etc. Using the Azure environment improved the efficiency and quality of proof. Pros Various cloud services are provided, and providers are selected based on the characteristics of each. Still, Microsoft's Azure is first-class in terms of operational quality, security, operability and a wide range of services. Above all, high functional quality, the most critical factor in actual operation, has solved the problem of not stopping work. No matter how convenient or cheap, the value will be halved if the server halts. I also think the thickness of the support is essential. The other day, I got stuck with the operation side, and when I contacted Azure Portal support, it was beneficial to get an easy-to-understand answer right away. Server usage has a significant impact, so quick support gives you a sense of security. Cons If I had to pick one, many services are available, but on the other hand, the services you use are decided to some extent. I think if the usability of the dashboard is improved so that users can get to the services they use in Azure Portal with fewer clicks, the efficiency of operations will improve even more. Alternatives considered [Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) Reason for choosing Azure Virtual Machines Clearer and faster responses than Google Cloud paid support responses are also quicker. MS Azure costs are easy to read regardless of rates. For jobs involving a lot of computational work other than the main PC, the advantage is that multiple tasks can be performed simultaneously using a virtual environment. Switched from [Amazon EC2](https://www.capterra.com/p/219781/EC2/) Reliable Microsoft service that is easy to recommend to customers who are not familiar with IT. Compared with Amazon EC2, it has enough features. Exact price. Good compatibility with AI-based services. It is easier for customers to understand that using MS Azure is more accessible than using Amazon EC2 to provide services because of the difference in name value. Review Source Tora M. IT Service Desk Lead Financial Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Virtual machine with high security and cost-reducing features" April 25, 2023 4.0 Placing multiple files in the virtual machine in the cloud made it possible to access them securely from any terminal, improving the remote environment. In addition, since it has become a specification that can operate from any location, transportation costs have been reduced, and productivity has increased. Pros A virtual machine with the advantages of high security and high Microsoft support. You can run a virtual machine with just a few clicks. There are many other services that seem to be expanding from practical services. High affinity with MS products and services. There is an automatic shutdown function, which can automatically shut down at the set time in advance every day to reduce the charge for unused time. The provider's vendor is Microsoft, so other cloud services with Windows OS are more compatible. Cons It is often slow and unwieldy. I can put up with it if it's infrequent, but I want them to improve it because it's cumbersome. Reason for choosing Azure Virtual Machines Since the firewall can be configured from the web console, engineers with little server operation experience can configure the firewall. Switched from [Amazon EC2](https://www.capterra.com/p/219781/EC2/) It is possible to operate on the web screen; even engineers with little experience in server operation can now work. Thanks to the automatic shutdown functions, points, and configuration contributing to the problem, the VM was automatically shut down when not in use so that we could reduce the usage fee. Review Source Koutarou K. Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "VM in the cloud can easily create a low-cost environment" April 16, 2023 4.0 Regarding cost and convenience, I find Azure virtual machines the easiest to use. Once I learned how to set it up, I could create a virtual machine in just a minute. It starts up quickly, and if connected with RDP, I could operate it using the GUI in the same way as a Windows PC that I usually use. If you need to stop using the VM temporarily, we can create a disk from the VM snapshot and remove other related resources; you can maintain the state of the previously used VM at a meager cost. Preparing a PC environment for internal debugging is no longer essential. Also, since you can assign subdomains to the created VM, the process from installing the WEB server to obtaining the SSL certificate will be much easier. It can be carried out very smoothly, which has reduced the software development time. Pros Backup data can be transferred to Azure, and, in case of an emergency, the backup can be restored and used as a DR environment. Typically, operational costs can be minimized by shutting off the Virtual Machines. Setting the budget amount in advance makes it possible to notify an alert when the running cost exceeds the budget amount. Security is also high because the connection source can be limited. Cons The bottleneck is high maintenance costs if you try to maintain the virtual machine. Saving from a VM to a disk can save you a lot of money, but the operation is complex for first-time users to understand. It would be nice if the above functions could be automated with simpler processes so that users who are hesitant to use it because of the pay-as-you-go system can continue to operate at a low cost. Alternatives considered [Amazon EC2](https://www.capterra.com/p/219781/EC2/) Reason for choosing Azure Virtual Machines A benefit of cloud computing is that there's no need to travel to your server's location. Maintenance and issues related to the data center and hardware can be left to Azure, and the operations management work becomes extremely efficient. The total instance usage fee will be cheaper if you have more Windows than AWS. Switched from [VirtualBox](https://www.capterra.com/p/169939/VirtualBox/) Used as a DR ring. Because we don't have to have assets, we were able to reduce data center costs. With ExpressRoute, we can deliver services with performance comparable to that of a local environment. Migrating our servers to Azure can help us to save time handling the hardware. I think it's a significant advantage not to have to manage the data center you're constantly chasing and the hardware. Review Source Alfredo G. IT Consultant Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A system that benefits organizations " October 22, 2024 5.0 Azure virtual machines are a fundamental tool in the world of cloud computing, allowing us to create and manage virtual environments with different operating systems and processing capabilities. We can also choose from a wide variety of sizes, operating systems and configurations to tailor the virtual machine to your specific requirements. Pros What I like about Azure virtual machines offer numerous advantages to optimize your projects in the cloud. However, it is important to be aware of the disadvantages and follow some recommendations to maximize their performance and security. With proper management and monitoring, virtual machines in Azure can be a powerful tool to empower your cloud projects. Cons Setting up and managing virtual machines in Azure can be complicated for users with no previous cloud experience. Review Source Juan M. Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Virtual machines that allow you to create and manage work environments in the cloud " April 18, 2023 5.0 These virtual machines extend the capacity of your data center to the best characteristics of high performance computing on demand of the cloud, test, execute, develop and operate the best hybrid cloud applications in the best consistent way, it also allows the virtualization of operating systems, Oracle, SAP or IBM among others Pros I like it because it allows the best way to implement a series of applications and information programs, in a virtualized system allowing a Microsoft service that allows the creation and management of complete work environments in the cloud in a safe and comfortable way, executing all kinds of of application and the best services, in isolated and secure environments without any need to worry about the installation, maintenance or repair of hardware Cons Everything that these virtual machines offer us, they are very beneficial and effective, I have nothing that I dislike, besides that it allows creating and managing more complete work environments in the cloud without any problem Review Source Antonio José G. Data Management Management Consulting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Virtual desktop platform and secure remote applications " April 21, 2023 4.0 This platform allows you to better create and manage complete work environments in the cloud, safely managing to run all kinds of applications and services, whether in isolated and secure environments, without any need to worry about hardware installation, maintenance or repair. , also offering saving functionalities obtaining better results Pros I like this virtual platform because it is an excellent VDI service in the cloud that allows secure remote desktop and application experiences from anywhere without any hassle, as well as providing the best flexibility and control needed in any organization with exclusive support for better saving features Cons There is nothing that I dislike about this platform, everything it offers is very helpful and in this way better results are obtained, I think it is an excellent platform for desktop virtualization and cloud applications Review Source Deyna R. System Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Virtual operations on different systems " April 19, 2023 4.0 It is necessary to have a virtualization tool to manage business infrastructures safely, in addition, these machine operations are not usually complicated. Pros What I like is its ability to be deployed in different operating systems, there are no problems with systems like Linux or even IBM, it is a professional way of studying and managing each application in environments that are easier to use and that do not require major financial or security problems for the company, in addition, this tool of its type is usually of quite high adaptation Cons The tool has worked for me, it has allowed different environments to work in the same place, it also allows visualizing possible failures and working on them without affecting the main system Review Source Junko O. Business Consultant Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Allows remote desktop work " April 26, 2023 4.0 A system that in the infrastructure of organizations in terms of software systems is quite necessary and functional Pros What I like about this tool is that it allows virtual machines to be implemented in the organization that allow more execution oriented operations without problems or failures. This system also has security technology that allows data to be protected, even browsing the net, it also works well in different environments be it Linux or Windows Cons The functions of this tool are quite safe, and adaptable, I have no professional criticism. Review Source Jonathan Alexander C. Senior IT infrastructure analyst Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "excellent service to create your virtual machines in the clouds" July 16, 2022 5.0 We have used this service in the company to be able to create virtual machines both windows and linux in the cloud and to be able to offer services to our clients and to be able to publish these services to a public outside our private cloud and thus maintain the availability of the service and above all the security of the information that is shared. Pros What I like most about this service offered by Microsoft Azure is being able to create virtual machines in the cloud with public addressing to be able to offer services hosted in the cloud and at the same time be able to keep the platform secure and with high availability of services. Cons what I don't like is that it can be a bit complex to install for inexperienced users Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Jr. Software developer Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Azure for best VMs" December 27, 2022 4.0 Overall experience is smooth secure and great virtualization , will suggest to other users to use the azure service and enjoy hasselfree. Pros I most liked about this software is virtualization with safety and for testing the application on cloud environment with low pricing. Cons There are no such cons yet find it hard to configure first time with the testing application which can be ease after several uses and learning. Review Source AF Agustin F. Marketing Manager Market Research Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "complete virtual machine platform" July 4, 2023 5.0 It is possible to choose the type of virtual machine that best suits the specific needs of each application, as well as select the most appropriate operating system and tools. It is a versatile and powerful platform that offers a wide range of options to deploy virtual machines in the cloud in a secure and reliable way. Pros I like it because with it, it is possible to deploy and manage virtual machines to meet the specific needs of any company or organization. With a focus on flexibility, scalability, and security, Azure Virtual Machines have revolutionized the way businesses work in the cloud. Another advantage of Azure Virtual Machines is its high availability and reliability. Cons Although Azure Virtual Machines is a very complete solution, it can be expensive for small businesses or projects with limited resources. Review Source VG Victor G. Analyst Infraestructure Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "one of the best online virtual machine" July 12, 2022 4.0 the company has grown a lot in recent times, and the demand has grown a lot, we have chosen to segregate our services on various platforms, one is azure where we have some virtual machines that provide us with an excellent service. Pros It is one of the products that I use the most every day, since we have more than 5 virtual teams in Azure, from web servers to data warehouses, with this we ensure that we provide a better service to our clients, the machines are fast and respond to our demands. Cons Sometimes I have had problems connecting to virtual machines, you have to be very careful when paying them or restarting them. Alternatives considered [AWS Management Console](https://www.capterra.com/p/229593/AWS-Management-Console/)[Next3 Offload](https://www.capterra.com/p/248108/Next3-AWS/) Review Source AS Andres S. Senior Software Engineer Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Fully provisioned VM at the press of a button" November 28, 2023 5.0 Overall, very positive. VM is provisioned quickly and gets me working in minutes. Pros Quick to set up and ready in minutes. Plenty of configuration options to customise virtual machine as required. Cons Somewhat convoluted set-up process, delaying set up. It could be streamlined a bit. Review Source NF Nikhil F. Quality engineer Telecommunications Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Reliable virtual machine" November 28, 2022 4.0 Pros Best virtual machine at this price, scalability is the feature I like most which let's me scale up and scale down the server Cons All features are great as compared to other VMs, not any cons up till now Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Related categories [Virtual Machine](https://www.capterra.com/virtual-machine-software/)