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VAST Data Platform

Paid#15 of 31 in Cloud File Storage ServicesSoftware-Defined Storage Software Storage Management Software

VAST Data Platform: A scalable enterprise platform for file, object, block, and table data across protocols. Ranked #15 of 31 in Cloud File Storage Services by our editors (8.0/10); pricing: Pricing on request; best for scalable file and object platforms.

8.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.0 / 10
Pricing
Pricing on request
Best for
Scalable file and object platforms
Supported protocols
NFS, SMB, S3, Block
Founded
2016 · New York City, United States
Facts checked
21 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports NFS, SMB, S3, and block access
- Combines snapshots, backups, and synchronous replication
- Offers cloud clusters, self-hosting, and a documented REST API
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a contact-sales process
- Its enterprise scope may exceed smaller teams' needs
- Cloud cluster deployment is specified for AWS and Google Cloud

Our verdict on VAST Data Platform

VAST Data Platform is an enterprise data platform for organizations managing AI, analytics, and other data-intensive workloads. It combines file, object, database, and compute services around shared storage, with access through NFS, SMB, S3, and block protocols. Deployments can run on premises through self-hosted appliances or as cloud clusters, while web, CLI, and REST interfaces support administration and automation. The platform is aimed at enterprise teams that need scalable storage across varied data types rather than a narrowly focused file-sharing service.

Its storage and data-protection capabilities are broad. Point-in-time snapshots cover file, object, SMB, NFS, and block data. Local scheduled backups and backups to S3-compatible targets support different protection patterns, while asynchronous and synchronous replication address data movement and continuity needs. The Shared Element Store provides a common namespace for files, objects, and tables. Data reduction and a scalable flash storage architecture further support large-scale environments. These capabilities make the platform a strong fit for teams consolidating multiple storage interfaces and workloads.

Pricing requires contacting sales rather than selecting from public plan tiers, so buyers should expect an enterprise purchasing process. Cloud cluster deployment is specified for AWS and Google Cloud, alongside self-hosted deployment, and administration can be automated through a REST API with Swagger documentation. Organizations seeking centralized, multi-protocol storage for AI or analytics workloads should consider VAST Data Platform. Smaller teams or buyers looking for a simpler file-storage product with straightforward plan selection may prefer a more focused alternative.

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VAST Data Platform pricing

Plans Pricing on requestPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 21 Sep 2026.

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VAST Data Platform fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Not verified
Supported protocols	NFS, SMB, S3, Block
Maximum capacity	Not verified
Availability zones	Not verified
Snapshots	Yes
Managed backups	Yes
Scaling model	Elastic
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms	Web
Support	Email, Phone, Docs
Built for	Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Pricing on request
Website	vastdata.com
Facts checked	21 Sep 2026

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