Since Broadcom acquired VMware at the end of 2023, significant licensing changes have angered users, who must now commit to three-year agreements for vSphere renewals. This shift to 'simplified' licensing has eliminated standalone support services and perpetual licenses, resulting in increased costs due to per-core subscriptions. Complaints have surfaced from notable clients like Geico and John Deere abandoning VMware. Many users on forums report that Broadcom seems to favor long-term commitments, limiting options for those who wish to renew on an annual basis, particularly affecting vSphere platform users who prefer flexibility in licensing.
VMware users express dissatisfaction with Broadcom's licensing changes, forced into three-year commitments for vSphere renewals, leading to higher costs and loss of big clients.
Customers complain that Broadcom's approach to licensing has resulted in substantial fee hikes, moving from standalone services to per-core subscriptions with significant commitments.
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