HPE Nimble Storage Reviews

Name: HPE Nimble Storage
Brand: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Rating: 4.5 (122 reviews)

4.5 out of 5

122 reviews
99% willing to recommend

What is HPE Nimble Storage?

HPE Nimble Storage is a highly effective All-Flash Storage Array solution that aims to enable organizations to reliably store and access their data. Organizations across a wide variety of industries trust Nimble Storage to assist them with all of their data storage-based needs. It both tracks all of the IT architecture that an organization uses and protects that architecture from a variety of digital threats.

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HPE Nimble Storage is the #10 ranked solution in best All-Flash Storage Arrays. PeerSpot users give HPE Nimble Storage an average rating of 9.0 out of 10. HPE Nimble Storage is most commonly compared to Dell PowerStore: HPE Nimble Storage vs Dell PowerStore. HPE Nimble Storage is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 47% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a computer software company, accounting for 15% of all views.

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Thomas Watterott

IT Consultant at Autonubil System GmbH

It's a good product, but the implementation with the new systems is done via the cloud dashboard from HPE. I can't activate the system without a cloud connection, which is a bit laggy if I don't have the right firewall settings, making it take longer to implement the storage. It was better with the old systems, where I could install and activate without cloud connectivity.

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reviewer752799

Technical Manager at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees

My official job title is Technical Manager. I never sell the T-Series PowerEdge for Tower servers; I just sell the rack. I am familiar with OpenManage and we have been implementing it for the customer, but I am not familiar with Dell CloudIQ for infrastructure monitoring or SharePlex. I know about OpenManage Integration for VMware vCenter, but we don't have a customer that is using this. I don't know much about Flash Optimized Architecture, but my customer is using both hybrid and full flash, and the customer that uses hybrid has benefited in terms of performance. HPE Nimble Storage is fairly priced compared to Dell; they are directly compatible and can compete with each other. Based on my direct experience, HPE Nimble Storage is easier to use compared to Dell, although I don't have much experience with Dell Storage. The interface and the concept of the storage structure make it easier to use. My overall experience as a reseller with HPE Nimble Storage is very good, and I would rate it 10 out of 10.

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MD RAJIB

Enterprise Solutions Architect Engineer at STBL

You can upgrade the solution to 45 drives, including NVMe, SaaS, SSD, and other existing infrastructure. Then, you can integrate with an additional chassis and upgrade 400 drives. A backup solution is integrated with the solution by default. HPE Nimble Storage has already integrated InfoSight, a predictive analytics feature that detects failure. When your storage's hard disk consumes 70% to 80%, it automatically generates an alert to replace your hard disk. This is done by AI, which has already been integrated into HPE Nimble Storage. When your hard disk fails, HPE Nimble Storage automatically creates a case and mails it to the HPE portal and distributor. I would recommend the solution to users who have a lot of processes, use frequently hit software, and maximum read-intensive users. The solution is ideal for financial institutes and banks where the transaction process is very high. Overall, I rate the solution ten out of ten.

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All-Flash Storage Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
HPE Nimble Storage	2.3%
Dell PowerStore	15.6%
HPE Alletra Storage	9.8%
Other	72.3%

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Category	All-Flash Storage	Nov 25, 2025	Download
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Comparison	HPE Nimble Storage vs Dell PowerStore	Nov 25, 2025	Download
Comparison	HPE Nimble Storage vs HPE Alletra Storage	Nov 25, 2025	Download
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Last updated Aug 31, 2025

Valuable Features

HPE Nimble Storage stands out for its InfoSight analytics, providing insight and predictive capabilities. Users value seamless integration with VMware, exceptional performance, ease of setup and management, especially with its intuitive Web UI. The system's high availability, compression, deduplication, and SSD caching features enhance performance and cost-efficiency. Snapshot and replication functions support effective data protection and fast recovery. The platform's proactive support and scalability are highly appreciated by users across various environments.

"The positive aspects of HPE Nimble Storage include very easy cloud management to identify problems, and it also has the capability to forecast performance in the future, which is a benefit for us as a reseller to recommend to customers that have a service contract with us."
"The support from HPE is ten out of ten."
"HPE Nimble Storage is a very organized and customer-oriented tool."

Room for Improvement

HPE Nimble Storage requires improvements in deduplication for non-flash arrays and better admin interface design. Synchronous replication, scalability, and broader protocol support are desired. Enhancements in InfoSight analytics and increased stability are suggested. Pricing is a concern for users. Integration with more hypervisors and third-party solutions is needed. Users seek advanced reporting and better tool configurations. They express interest in expanded NAS capabilities and administrative options for management flexibility.

"They are hard to understand us when we request their support. It's not a significant problem, but sometimes their first and second-tier engineers cannot solve the problem effectively and need to escalate to the third-tier engineer, who is quite worse in terms of understanding our problem."
"It's a good product, but the implementation with the new systems is done via the cloud dashboard from HPE. I can't activate the system without a cloud connection, which is a bit laggy if I don't have the right firewall settings, making it take longer to implement the storage."
"HPE Nimble Storage provides only SAN-based storage and does not support NAS-based storage."

ROI

HPE Nimble Storage enhances ROI significantly. Users experience minimal downtime, streamlined management, and drastic performance improvements. VM performance sees immediate boosts, reducing tasks significantly. Many observe reduced operational and maintenance costs, with efficient compression and storage expansions. ROI becomes evident quickly through reduced support calls and enhanced productivity. Legacy system replacements and cost savings over alternatives further increase its value. Many have yet to quantify specifics, but overall satisfaction with the investment is high.

Pricing

HPE Nimble Storage features competitive pricing with an all-inclusive, straightforward licensing model. Although initial costs might seem high, users appreciate that no separate licenses are needed for features such as encryption and replication. Many praise the cost-effectiveness compared to competitors, noting the comprehensive nature and performance justify the investment, especially in high IOPS environments. Pricing flexibility, transparent maintenance costs, and bundled features enhance its appeal for enterprise buyers seeking robust storage solutions.

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is expensive and ten is cheap, I rate the solution's pricing ten out of ten."
"I rate HPE Nimble Storage's pricing an eight out of ten. It can be expensive, especially when considering console ports and renewals."
"My company has opted for HPE GreenLake payment model, meaning the billing is done on a quarterly basis."

Popular Use Cases

Companies primarily use HPE Nimble Storage for production and test data storage, often with VMware environments. It supports VMware vSphere servers, virtual machines, and data backups. Many employ it for business-critical applications, including ERP systems, document management, and customer data storage. Users report excellent performance, high availability, and reduced server space requirements due to its data compression features. It also facilitates the transition from existing infrastructure to a more efficient setup.

Service and Support

HPE Nimble Storage customer service and technical support are highly praised, receiving frequent 10/10 ratings. Users appreciate quick responses, expertise, and proactive issue resolution through InfoSight. Technical support is described as exceptional, with skilled technicians available at all times. Many emphasize support's ability to solve complex problems beyond storage issues. Users value InfoSight for predictive analytics and automated ticketing. Multiple reviews highlight the ease of communication and rapid assistance provided, making customers highly satisfied.

Deployment

HPE Nimble Storage's initial setup is described as very straightforward. Many users find it simple and quick, often taking less than an hour, even when integrating with existing networks. Some highlight the ease of setup compared to other storage systems, emphasizing minimal complexity and intuitive guidance. Users appreciate support from HPE, including resources like forums and documentation, which help facilitate a seamless installation process.

Scalability

Users find HPE Nimble Storage highly scalable, supporting seamless upgrades and capacity expansion by adding shelves or clustering arrays. While some note limitations, especially with older models, most appreciate its intuitive nature and flexible approach to growth. It suits various business sizes, ensuring efficiency without downtime. Users value its modularity, integrating it easily within different infrastructures and adapting to evolving storage needs, even with extensive virtual deployments.

Stability

Users report HPE Nimble Storage is mostly stable, including 100% uptime without major failures or downtime. Redundant components and proactive support via InfoSight ensure reliability. A few experienced minor issues, resolved swiftly with support. Some faced initial stability problems with specific firmware or controller crashes, resolved after replacements. Users praise its ability to handle updates with no impact on performance or availability, and most express satisfaction with its stable performance over several years.

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Review data by company size

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	37
Midsize Enterprise	38
Large Enterprise	32

By reviewers

By visitors reading reviews
Company Size	Count
Small Business	201
Midsize Enterprise	110
Large Enterprise	272

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Top industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

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Government

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Insurance Company

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Real Estate/Law Firm

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Transportation Company

Hospitality Company

Aerospace/Defense Firm

Integrator

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Maritime Company

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HPE Nimble Storage Benefits

Some of the ways that organizations can benefit by choosing to deploy HPE Nimble Storage include:

Increased security. Nimble Storage provides organizations with powerful layers of protection. It leverages predictive analytics powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning to keep businesses from suffering harm related to emerging threats. The AI and ML software identifies threats before they can threaten a user’s data.

Reduced costs and increase profits. Businesses that deploy Nimble Storage find that their overhead costs end up being significantly reduced by up to 49%. One of the reasons for this is that Nimble Storage uses a “pay as you go” subscription model which means that users never pay for more storage than they actually need.

Ease of use. Nimble Storage is simple for administrators to utilize. They can install it without any kind of outside assistance. It is also simple for the average administrator to manage without specialized training.

HPE Nimble Storage Features

Artificial intelligence. The backbone of Nimble Storage’s IT infrastructure is its AI software. The HPE InfoSight feature makes it so that administrators don’t need to make guesses when managing their data storage. It offers users suggestions as to what they can do to improve their storage performance.

Scaling. Nimble Storage gives users the ability to scale their data storage so that it appropriately meets their needs. They can both “scale up” or increase the sheer amount of data that they can store at a given time and “scale out” or increase their ability to perform effectively.

Hybrid storage. Nimble Storage has the ability to store data both on the cloud and on-premises so as to meet an organization’s storage requirements. Its multi-cloud feature enables users to seamlessly manage all of their data storage and utilization operations with ease.

Reviews from Real Users

HPE Nimble Storage is a highly effective solution that stands out when compared to many of its competitors. Two major advantages it offers are its ease of use and its powerful InfoSight analytics feature.

Andrew B., Head Of Information Technology at Zambia National Building Society, writes, “It's a very easy solution. Whenever I have a question, I find they have already provided a solution for it.”

Prataparao D., Technical Solution's Consultant for HPE Storage Devices at Karvy Innotech, says, “HPE Nimble Storage uses the InfoSight platform and it is useful because we can identify the faults and can analyze the performance. It has many other features. This feature is the best that I have observed from HPE Nimble Storage.”

HPE Nimble Storage was previously known as Nimble Storage.

HPE Nimble Storage customers

Ace Relocation, Atkins Nutritionals, Berkeley Research Group, Canadian International School, City of Hot Springs, Clackamas County, Corona-Norco Unified School District, Ideal Integrations, Linear Technology, P&O Maritime, Retail Apparel Group (RAG), Virtual Radiologic

Author info	Rating	Review Summary
IT Consultant at Autonubil System GmbH	4.5	I use HPE Nimble Storage for virtualization, primarily with VMware and Hyper-V hosts. The replication and dashboard features are valuable and easy to implement. However, cloud connectivity requirements for new systems can delay activation without proper firewall settings.
Technical Manager at a retailer with 501-1,000 employees	5.0	As a reseller, I find HPE Nimble Storage reliable and easy to use, with strong cloud management and predictive analytics, though upgrade flexibility and support responsiveness could improve; overall, it's well-suited for small to mid-sized businesses.
Enterprise Solutions Architect Engineer at STBL	5.0	I found HPE Nimble Storage to be an easy-to-deploy SAN-based storage solution, providing seamless plug-and-play capabilities and excellent support services. However, it lacks NAS-based storage options, unlike competitors like Dell that offer hybrid solutions.
Network Security Specialist with 10,001+ employees	4.0	I primarily use HPE Nimble Storage for storage due to its ease, compatibility, and user-friendliness. It features automatic configurations and SSD cache for speed. While expensive, it offers a good ROI and outperforms other options we've evaluated.
Account Manager at PT Newmont Nusa Tenggara	3.5	No summary available
PreSales Lead- Government & Defense at a security firm with 51-200 employees	4.5	I achieve 99.99% data availability with HPE Nimble Storage, benefiting from seamless integrated backup and security during attacks. Although costly and requiring expertise, it reduces my company's CapEx by 30-40% while ensuring zero downtime and data loss.
Head of Architecture & Technology at BAI Communications	3.5	We use HPE Nimble Storage to virtualize specialized workloads due to its reliable phone-home capability, effective compression, dedupe, and caching. While its protocol options could improve, it offers good value and simplicity compared to other solutions we considered.
Technical Director of Managed IT Division at base2	4.5	We are a managed security agency and reseller utilizing HPE Nimble Storage for our clients' fast storage needs running VM environments. Its seamless integration with VMware is valuable, although its pricing is high. It consistently functions without requiring active management.