Tanzu Kubernetes Grid Service License

You get the right to use TKGS only with these products (as of VMware/Broadcom 2025-2026 model):

The licensing for Tanzu Kubernetes Grid Service can vary depending on the specific configuration and usage. Here are some general points to consider: tanzu kubernetes grid service license

| Feature | TKGS (vSphere with Tanzu) | TKG Standalone (CLI) | TKG Community (upstream) | |---------|---------------------------|----------------------|----------------------------| | License required | VCF or VVF | Tanzu Platform or legacy Tanzu license | None (Apache 2.0) | | Integration with vCenter | Full (Native) | Partial (via Cluster API provider) | None | | Support from Broadcom | ✅ Yes (enterprise SLA) | ✅ Yes (paid) | ❌ Community only | | Multi-tenancy | ✅ vSphere Namespaces | ❌ Per-cluster only | ❌ | | Persistent storage integration | vSAN, VMFS, Natively | Requires CSI driver install | Manual | You get the right to use TKGS only

Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG) is a service that allows users to deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters on-premises or in the cloud. It is part of VMware's Tanzu portfolio, which provides a range of tools and services for modernizing applications and infrastructure. : When "Workload Management" is first enabled on

: When "Workload Management" is first enabled on a vSphere cluster (deploying a Supervisor Cluster), it enters a 60-day evaluation period . A valid Tanzu license must be assigned before this period expires to maintain functionality. Lifecycle and Component Differences Licensing for vSphere with Tanzu - Broadcom TechDocs

Now the standard offering, replacing Tanzu Basic. It includes essential components like the Harbor registry, Antrea/Calico networking, and lifecycle management via Cluster API.