Considering a Hyper-V or Proxmox Migration: Need Your Advice!

If you're open to it, I really recommend checking out Proxmox and Nutanix as well. Hyper-V is fine, but Proxmox has a lot going for it too! You will have a bit of a learning curve if you're new to it, but it’s worth considering for the long term.

I'd lean towards Proxmox, especially if you're comfortable with Linux. It's pretty straightforward to set up if you have that background. While it lacks some features like a native DRS equivalent, it shouldn't be a big deal for your environment. Hyper-V has its perks, but I find it less appealing overall, especially coming from a Linux perspective.

Hyper-V is a solid choice for a setup your size, and if you've already got the licensing, it could save you some time. I’ve migrated many clients from VMware to Hyper-V effortlessly, assuming you have spare capacity for RAM and disk. Plus, you can pick up Hyper-V basics pretty quickly if you're already familiar with Windows admin. Just avoid SCVMM like the plague; stick to Hyper-V Manager and Cluster Manager instead.

I went with Hyper-V because I didn't want to spend time learning Proxmox, but honestly, if I could redo it, I'd definitely choose Proxmox. Migrating away from VMware isn't straightforward; you're mostly looking at a rebuild of your VMs. Also, definitely skip SCVMM and manage everything from Cluster Manager unless you need complex setups.

Having made the switch to Proxmox in my company, I can say it went smoothly with our setup. Using a mix of licenses for Windows and embracing some FOSS elements, we’ve been able to scale and manage our VMs effectively without major hiccups. The learning curve isn’t steep, and I think you might find it quite manageable!