VMware or Virtualbox - a comparison

VMware or Virtualbox - you can use both programs to create a virtualization on your system. In this practical tip we compare the two tools for you.

VMware - virtualization tool at a glance

Cost: The download of VMware is free after a short registration.
Handling: On the left side of the tool you can see the created systems. If one of the systems is started, you will see this on the right side of the window. To install a system in VMware, first click "Create a New Virual Machine" and then specify which system you want to install. Then set the amount of RAM and hard drive and other hardware details. Thanks to "Easy Install", Linux and Windows versions can be installed and used with just one click.
Features: Unfortunately, snapshots (backups) cannot be created under VMware. However, the program supports simple drag and drop between the virtualized system and your system. This is how easy data exchange works.
Supported systems: VMware runs on Windows and Linux.
Conclusion: quick and easy to use, but unfortunately in English - for download.

Costs: You can also download the VirtualBox completely free of charge.
Handling: The handling is similar to that of the VMplayer - you can see the systems on the left, if they are started a new window opens. To create a new system, click on "New" and enter the operating system. You then determine the size of the hard disk and the main memory. Then provide further details of the system.
Features: Unlike with VMware, you can create backups in the VirtualBox. The system can also be restored to a previous state. However, data exchange via drag & drop is not possible.
Supported systems: You can use VirtualBox on Windows and Linux as well as on Mac systems.
Conclusion: Good features and simple operation with a German user interface - for download.

Neither program gives each other much and the functions largely coincide.
However, the VirtualBox offers more security, since you can make backups here or reset the system to a previous state at the push of a button.
You can also use a German user interface at Virtualbox.