Buy VMware Workstation Pro License Keys
Buy a VMware Workstation Pro license key from BCDKEY and run Windows, Linux and other operating systems as virtual machines on a single PC. Choose VMware Workstation Pro 17 or Workstation Pro 16, both perpetual licenses for 1 PC with online activation. Every VMware key is delivered to your email instantly after payment.
VMware Workstation Pro Versions Available at BCDKEY
| Product | Windows 11 guests | Guest graphics | Host OS | Devices | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VMware Workstation Pro 17 | Built into the VM wizard | DirectX 11, OpenGL 4.3 | Windows 10 and 11 | 1 PC | New installs and the latest guest operating systems |
| VMware Workstation Pro 16 | From version 16.2 | DirectX 11, OpenGL 4.1 | Windows 10 (and 11 from 16.2) | 1 PC | Existing Workstation 16 setups |
Which VMware Workstation Pro Version Should You Buy?
- Setting up a new PC or running Windows 11 VMs? Choose Workstation Pro 17. It adds the virtual TPM and fast encryption Windows 11 needs automatically.
- Already using Workstation 16? A Workstation Pro 16 key lets you keep your current setup and VMs without changing versions.
- Want auto-start VMs and newer guest OS support? Workstation Pro 17 adds both.
What Is VMware Workstation Pro Used For?
- Testing software safely: try apps and updates in an isolated VM and roll back with a snapshot.
- Development: test code on Windows, Ubuntu, Debian and other systems from one machine.
- IT and networking labs: run Windows Server, domain controllers and Linux servers on private virtual networks.
- Learning and certification practice: build full lab environments without extra hardware.
Key Features of VMware Workstation Pro
- Up to 32 virtual CPUs, 128 GB of RAM and 8 GB of graphics memory per VM
- Snapshots, full clones and linked clones
- Bridged, NAT and host-only networking with the Virtual Network Editor
- UEFI Secure Boot, virtual TPM and encrypted VMs
- Runs alongside Hyper-V and WSL2 on Windows hosts
- Connects to vSphere and ESXi to manage remote VMs
- vctl command line for OCI containers and local Kubernetes clusters
How to Activate a VMware Workstation Pro Key
- Choose Workstation Pro 17 or 16 above and complete checkout.
- Receive your license key by email instantly.
- Download and install the matching Workstation Pro version. Broadcom explains how in its official download and install guide.
- Enter the key during installation, or later under Help > Enter a License Key.
VMware Workstation Pro System Requirements
VMware Workstation Pro needs a 64-bit x86 processor (1.3 GHz or faster, launched in 2011 or later) with Intel VT-x or AMD-V enabled in BIOS, at least 4 GB of RAM (8 GB or more recommended for running several VMs) and enough free disk space for each virtual machine. Workstation Pro 17 requires a Windows 10 or Windows 11 host.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VMware Workstation Pro free?
Since November 2024, Broadcom offers the newest Workstation Pro releases free for personal and commercial use. Workstation Pro 16, and Workstation Pro 17 installs that ask for a license, still need a valid key to activate.
Is a VMware Workstation Pro key a lifetime license?
Yes. Both keys in this category are perpetual licenses: once activated, that version keeps working with no renewal.
How many PCs can I activate?
Each VMware Workstation Pro key in this category activates 1 PC.
Can I run Windows 11 in VMware Workstation Pro?
Yes. Workstation Pro 17 supports Windows 11 guests out of the box, and Workstation Pro 16 supports them from version 16.2 with an encrypted VM and virtual TPM.
How fast will I receive my VMware key?
Delivery is instant. Your license key is sent to your email right after payment.
Does VMware Workstation Pro run on Mac?
No. Workstation Pro runs on Windows and Linux PCs. VMware's Mac product is VMware Fusion.
Licenses for Your Virtual Machines
Each Windows VM needs its own license. Get a Windows 11 Pro retail key or Windows 10 Pro key for your guests, or Windows Server 2025 Standard for server labs. Need help? Contact our customer support.