KVM pricing
3 plans read from linux-kvm.org
KVM open-source softwareFree Linux host · requires Intel VT or AMD-V virtualization extensions Read 30 Sep 2026 · linux-kvm.org
KVM open-source softwareFree No chargeLinux host · hardware virtualization required · user-space tools such as QEMU normally needed Read 15 Oct 2026 · linux-kvm.org
KVM commercial supportPriced on request Contact the Linux vendor or platform providerSupport depends on deployment vendor · no single KVM support plan Read 15 Oct 2026 · techradar.com
In short
- KVM has a free plan (KVM open-source software).
- 1 plan is priced on request (KVM commercial support).
What the alternatives costAll alternatives →
| Tool | From | Free plan | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| oVirt | — | Yes | No |
| QEMU | — | Yes | No |
| Citrix XenServer | — | No | Yes |
| Firecracker | — | Yes | No |
| Harvester | — | Yes | No |
| ACRN Hypervisor | — | Yes | No |
| IPFW | — | Yes | No |
| Xen Orchestra | $83.33/mo | No | Yes |