Nerdio
Nerdio helps enterprises optimize Azure Virtual Desktop costs and deployments automatically.
Nerdio is a cloud management platform that automates the deployment, scaling, and cost optimization of Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 environments. It helps Managed Service Providers and enterprise IT teams reduce Azure infrastructure costs by up to 80% through intelligent resource right-sizing and automation. The platform extends Microsoft Azure's native capabilities with advanced auto-scaling, license optimization, security, compliance, and monitoring features, replacing manual processes that typically take weeks with automated workflows executable in hours.
Problem solved
Organizations running virtual desktops in Azure manually manage resource scaling and licensing, wasting 20-80% of infrastructure spend and spending weeks on deployments that could be automated.
Target customer
Managed Service Providers (MSPs), enterprise IT teams, and organizations running 100+ virtual desktop users in Microsoft Azure environments seeking cost optimization and operational efficiency.
Founders
V
Vadim Vladimirskiy
CEO
Co-founder of Nerdio; previously founded and led Adar, a virtual infrastructure management company, before spinning out Nerdio in 2016.
J
Joseph Landes
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Nerdio; former Microsoft executive with deep expertise in cloud infrastructure and Azure ecosystem.
Funding history
Series A
$2.4M
January 2014
Led by MK Capital
· Unknown
Series B
$117M
December 2022
Led by Updata Partners
· Five Points Capital and others
Series C
$500M
March 2025
Led by General Atlantic
· Lead Edge Capital, StepStone Group
Total raised:
$627M
Pricing
Per-user monthly subscription model. Enterprise: $1/user/month (Intune Only), $3/user/month (Standard AVD), $7/user/month (Premium AVD) with $1,000/month minimum. MSP pricing starts at $3/user/month. Free trial available.
Notable customers
Chevron, Kraft Heinz, ASDA, Carnival Cruise Line, Willis Towers Watson, Penn State University, LexisNexis, Sage, Impact Networking
Integrations
Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Windows 365, Microsoft Intune, Kaseya, Mimecast, Kaspersky, VMware, Microsoft 365
Tech stack
Underscore.js (JavaScript libraries)
jQuery Migrate (JavaScript libraries)
Slick (JavaScript libraries)
jQuery (JavaScript libraries)
Zendesk (Documentation)
RSS
Open Graph
WordPress (Blogs)
WooCommerce (Ecommerce)
HubSpot Analytics (Analytics)
Site Kit (Analytics)
Google Analytics (Analytics)
HSTS (Security)
Font Awesome (Font scripts)
Google Font API (Font scripts)
Nginx (Reverse proxies)
WP Rocket (Caching)
PHP (Programming languages)
Microsoft 365 (Email)
HubSpot (Marketing automation)
MySQL (Databases)
Stripe (Payment processors)
Google Tag Manager (Tag managers)
Elementor (Page builders)
Yoast SEO Premium (SEO)
Yoast SEO (SEO)
HubSpot WordPress plugin (WordPress plugins)
GoDaddy (Hosting)
Website
Competitors
Citrix
Legacy on-premises VDI vendor; Nerdio is cloud-native for Azure with faster deployment and lower operational overhead through automation.
VMware
Traditional hypervisor-focused platform; Nerdio is purpose-built for Microsoft Azure cloud environments with advanced cost optimization.
Evolve IP
Provides managed VDI services; Nerdio offers self-service platform with automation and cost optimization specific to Azure Virtual Desktop.
Teradici
Focuses on remote access protocol; Nerdio provides end-to-end management, optimization, and automation of virtual desktops in Azure.
Why this matters: Nerdio has achieved exceptional scale and growth, reaching $100M ARR in just five years and raising $627M total funding including a $500M Series C at $1B+ valuation in March 2025. The company is expanding beyond Azure Virtual Desktop into hybrid environments and AI-infused management tools, positioning it as the dominant cost-optimization platform for Microsoft cloud infrastructure.
Best for: MSPs and enterprise IT teams managing 100+ virtual desktop users in Azure who want to reduce infrastructure costs by 50-80% while eliminating manual deployment and scaling processes.
Use cases
Reducing Azure virtual desktop costs for large enterprises
An enterprise running thousands of Azure Virtual Desktop users across multiple departments uses Nerdio to automatically right-size VMs, power down unused resources during off-hours, and optimize licensing. LexisNexis achieved 50% year-over-year cost savings and Sage saved 62-65% on VM direct costs using Nerdio's automation.
Simplifying multi-tenant management for MSPs
An MSP managing virtual desktops for 50+ customers uses Nerdio to deploy and manage all customer environments from a single dashboard, eliminating manual per-tenant configuration. Scott Manchester, newly appointed Chief Product & Technology Officer, leads development of such multi-tenant capabilities.
Reducing IT operations overhead
An organization with limited IT staff uses Nerdio's automation to handle scaling, monitoring, and compliance tasks without manual intervention, reducing support ticket volume by 75% as LexisNexis demonstrated, while improving reliability and consistency.
Alternatives
Citrix DaaS
Legacy DaaS platform with broader device support; Nerdio is cloud-native to Azure with superior cost optimization and faster deployment.
VMware Horizon Cloud
Hypervisor-agnostic platform requiring more operational overhead; Nerdio automates Azure-specific management with superior cost savings.
Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop native tools
Azure's native offering lacks advanced auto-scaling and cost optimization; Nerdio extends AVD with automation and can save 50-80% on infrastructure costs.
FAQ
What does Nerdio do? +
Nerdio automates the deployment, management, and cost optimization of Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 environments. It extends Microsoft Azure's native capabilities with intelligent auto-scaling, license optimization, security, compliance, and monitoring—helping organizations save up to 80% on monthly Azure spend while reducing operational overhead.
How much does Nerdio cost? +
Nerdio uses per-user monthly pricing. Enterprise plans range from $1-7/user/month depending on features, with a $1,000/month minimum. MSP pricing starts at $3/user/month. A free trial is available.
What are alternatives to Nerdio? +
Main alternatives include Citrix DaaS (legacy DaaS platform with broader support), VMware Horizon Cloud (hypervisor-agnostic but less Azure-optimized), and Teradici (remote access focused rather than full management). Nerdio differentiates through Azure-native design, superior cost optimization, and deployment speed.
Who uses Nerdio? +
Nerdio serves over 5 million users across 15,000 customers in 50+ countries. Notable customers include Chevron, Kraft Heinz, ASDA, Carnival Cruise Line, Willis Towers Watson, Penn State University, LexisNexis, and Sage. Primary audiences are MSPs and enterprise IT teams managing virtual desktops at scale.
How does Nerdio compare to Citrix? +
Citrix is a legacy on-premises VDI vendor with decades of history but heavier operational overhead. Nerdio is purpose-built for Microsoft Azure's cloud-native architecture, offering significantly faster deployment (hours vs. weeks), lower operational costs, and superior auto-scaling capabilities. Citrix remains broader across devices and hypervisors.
Tags
Azure Virtual Desktop
cost optimization
cloud management
VDI
automation
MSP
Windows 365