Azure Lab Services is retiring. CloudLabs is the Microsoft-recommended alternative – Move your labs
Listed in Microsoft's Azure Lab Services retirement guide
Azure Lab Services retires June 28, 2027The Microsoft-recommended partner solution for existing Azure Lab Services users.
Up to $2,000 in Azure credits for qualified ALS migrations.
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Get up to $2,000 in Azure credits. Evaluate CloudLabs VM Labs under guided support before committing to a full plan.
Covers both platform and infrastructure usage.
No feature gating, no demo or trial limitations.
Experience a hassle-free transition with our expert guidance.
Available only to organizations transitioning from Azure Lab Services.
Host controlled lab sessions, run live pilot tests, and collect direct actionable feedback.
Lab setup, configuration management, automation scripting, and priority issue resolution included.
Our experts will analyze your present lab setup and share detailed transition timelines.
Verify integration between CloudLabs VM Labs and your existing learning ecosystem.
Compare Azure Lab Services and CloudLabs VM Labs across nine critical capabilities. CloudLabs carries forward every ALS feature and adds the ones that matter.
Choose between Bring Your Own Azure Subscription or a fully-managed CloudLabs subscription.
| Instance size | Bring Your Own Bring Your Own Subscription | CloudLabs Managed CloudLabs Managed Subscription | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure / hr | Platform fee | Azure / hr | Platform fee | |
| Small 2 core(s), 4 GB RAM, 128GB SSD | $0.181 | $12 per user / month | $0.181 | $6 per user / month |
| Medium/Standard Medium 4 vCPUs, 8 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $0.357 | $0.357 | ||
| Large/Standard Large 8 vCPUs, 16 GB RAM, 256GB Standard SSD | $0.682 | $0.682 | ||
| Medium - Nested virtualization 4 vCPUs, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $0.433 | $0.433 | ||
| Large - Nested virtualization 8 vCPUs, 32 GB RAM, 256GB Premium SSD | $0.809 | $0.809 | ||
| Small GPU - Compute 6 vCPUs, 56 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $1.151 | $1.151 | ||
| Small GPU - Visualization 8 vCPUs, 28 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $0.865 | $0.865 | ||
| Alternative Small GPU - Visualization 6 vCPUs, 55 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $0.761 | $0.761 | ||
| Medium GPU - Visualization 12 vCPUs, 112 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $1.723 | $1.723 | ||
| Medium GPU - Accelerated Visualization 6 vCPUs, 55 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $0.761 | $0.761 | ||
| Large GPU - Accelerated Visualization 12 vCPUs, 110 GB RAM, 256GB SSD | $1.491 | $1.491 | ||
*With CloudLabs, you can create custom VM SKUs with different VM size and disk configuration combinations as per your lab requirement and optimize Cloud cost for your needs. Above Example pricing uses the same lab SKUs as used by Azure Lab Services.
| Cost Breakdown | Bring your own | Managed |
|---|---|---|
| Azure cost (PAYG) | $454.80 | $454.80 |
| Platform fees | $240.00 | $120.00 |
| Total cost | $694.80 | $574.80 |
Lab features
We set the industry benchmark with our premier, best-in-class solution for cloud-based learning environments.
Deploy labs within minutes for Windows and Linux Operating System customized to your exact requirements.
Use cases
From academic classrooms to enterprise sandboxes — one platform built for every hands-on learning scenario.
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Set up virtual lab environments for courses, assignments, and semester-long programs. Give every student access to the tools and resources they need to complete their courses.
Prepare virtual machines with the required software and content for workshops, bootcamps, and certification training. Give learners a consistent environment from day one.
Run hands-on events with virtual machines that scale to support hundreds of participants. Provide attendees with immediate access to the environments they need.
Share invitation-only lab environments with prospects and customers. Let users explore your product through guided, hands-on experiences before deployment.
Provide partners with dedicated environments for training, solution validation, and technical readiness. Help them build confidence through practical experience.
Provision Windows or Linux virtual machines for experimentation, testing, and proof-of-concept projects. Explore new ideas without affecting production systems.
10+
Years of industry expertise
5M+
Labs provisioned worldwide
1M+
Participants upskilled
50K+
Events supported
Start fresh with a new lab program or migrate from your existing Azure Lab Services setup. Both paths are fully supported.
Create your CloudLabs account and get started.
Use the CloudLabs portal to create and test your VM images.
Configure your labs with new resources and settings.
Deploy your newly created labs, ready for immediate use and distribution.
Create your CloudLabs account to start your migration journey.
Use the CloudLabs migration script to migrate or replicate your VM images.
Migrate labs from your existing Lab Account and Lab Plan using the migration tool.
Migrated labs are ready for deployment and distribution.
See how our solutions have empowered educational institutions to achieve remarkable success.
Client Stories
WeareincrediblypleasedwithourexperienceusingCloudLabsbySpektraSystems.Theirresponsivenessandsupporthavebeennothingshortofoutstanding.Theydemonstratedremarkableflexibilityinaccommodatingouruniqueprocesses,resultinginaseamlessandhighlyproductivecollaboration.ThankstoCloudLabs,wehavesuccessfullydeliveredAzure-relatedcoursestoasubstantialnumberofstudents.
CloudLabs Migration Tool offers a user-friendly interface for seamlessly migrating and replicating your VM images. Effortlessly migrate your labs from existing Lab Accounts and Lab Plans for a smooth transition. Suitable for scenarios with complex VM images and a large number of labs.
Prefer to use your own Azure subscription? With CloudLabs, you have the option to bring your own Azure account and keep billing under your existing tenant.
Buy our solutions directly from the Microsoft Marketplace and manage payments through your Azure subscription for a seamless experience. Enjoy the convenience, security, and exclusive offers available on the platform.
Enhance your support experience by selecting from a range of customizable tier options tailored to your business requirements.
Standard support is available to all customers at no additional cost.
Included for all customers
Standard Edition Support+
Premium Edition Support+
Comprehensive guides on global lab settings, marketplace images, advanced networking, image galleries, and user roles.
Step-by-step guides on creating and managing labs to ensure effective and engaging sessions.
Create, configure, and distribute VM labs end-to-end with the platform.
Regional data residency and multilingual support built for global teams. Select your preferred region for compliance and control over VM location. Access support in a variety of languages for a truly inclusive and seamless global experience.
US and Canada delivery hubs
Europe, Middle East and Africa coverage
Asia-Pacific and Australia delivery
FAQ's
VM Labs free trial
Set up CloudLabs VM Labs and run your first labs before Azure Lab Services retires.
Access enabled within 24 hours
Your trial is set up for you: create up to 5 labs with 3 deployments per lab.
Up to $2,000 in Azure credits
Available for qualified Azure Lab Services migrations.
Migration tooling and expert guidance
Move your lab plans, lab accounts, and VM images with help from our team.
LMS compatibility checks
Verify integration between CloudLabs VM Labs and your existing learning ecosystem.
Submit the form and your access will be enabled within 24 hours.
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