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Alpha Anywhere vs Oracle Application Express (APEX) comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 18, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Alpha Anywhere
Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software
33rd
Ranking in Low-Code Development Platforms
33rd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Oracle Application Express ...
Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software
3rd
Ranking in Low-Code Development Platforms
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
63
Ranking in other categories
Development Platforms (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Rapid Application Development Software category, the mindshare of Alpha Anywhere is 1.2%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is 5.0%, down from 7.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Rapid Application Development Software Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Oracle Application Express (APEX)5.0%
Alpha Anywhere1.2%
Other93.8%
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Featured Reviews

Glen Schild - PeerSpot reviewer
Managing Director at GJ Stats
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I use it for. browser based systems for my own clients It's configured to make it very quick to build feature-rich systems. The only issue I would say is that they develop updates very quickly that are hard to keep up with. I have been using Alpha Anywhere for thirty years. It's stable, set up…
Dominik Grabiński - PeerSpot reviewer
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Fast low-code web development has transformed how I build complex data-driven business apps
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is a very great tool that is easy to learn but hard to master. The level of entry is very low, but the longer I work with this platform, the more I understand how it works and the great things I can create. For example, I can create report graphs and handle a lot of data across many levels. It's a great application to start with, and when I have experience in Oracle databases, I can utilize Oracle Application Express (APEX) as a front-end tool for the Oracle database. Oracle Application Express (APEX) helps me create reports and graphs by providing a plethora of out-of-the-box solutions that I can use. For example, I can upload data to and from the database, upload photos, create maps, and create various report types such as Interactive Report and Interactive Grid where I can manage, edit, and delete data. I have many solutions that are very helpful and ready to use right away from Oracle Application Express (APEX). My favorite feature of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is the Interactive Report because it's a straightforward report that I can create using a simple query or by selecting a particular table from the database. In the action button behind it, I have many great features that I can use out of the box, including graphs and download options for Excel files. There are many sorting functionalities and accounting features. The Interactive Report is a very great tool for quickly displaying interesting data to clients. Oracle Application Express (APEX) has positively impacted my organization by being very fast compared to other languages and products. For example, I don't have to build a site from the ground up, nor do I have to create tons of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript because Oracle Application Express (APEX) offers many built-in solutions. When I want to create a button, in another language, I would need to create it from scratch. In Oracle Application Express (APEX), I can simply use what's available out of the box. It's a very fast platform with many built-in components that I can utilize right away.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"It's very flexible."
"Once you get through the learning curve, you can do a lot with it."
"We set up the HTTP server and installed the Apex Xamarin DB using the Mark Hill SQL packages for an older version. That's the extent of our configuration."
"The most valuable feature of Oracle APEX is its comprehensive set of features for creating user-friendly and visually appealing applications."
"The valuable feature is simplicity."
"I like how we can actively develop and customize APEX because it's on the same database."
"Oracle Application Express is easy to use, people don't have to be developers to use it."
"This product will speed up development time with helpful production aids."
"I like the way that it automatically goes into the spreadsheets and the users can deal with it."
"Intuitive with a user-friendly UI."
 

Cons

"The stability of Alpha Anywhere could improve, especially from version to version. There have been several complaints that they should conduct more testing before releasing a version."
"It can be slow to develop, and it's repetitive."
"You also need an APEX specialist for deployment because not many people use it."
"It would be highly beneficial if APEX were an all-in-one platform capable of handling all aspects of application development."
"Source control could be stronger in Oracle Application Express (APEX). It needs some work."
"The solution's layout could be improved for report generation to allow more configuration."
"Apex has effectively incorporated new market trends into its features. The platform's user-friendly nature is notable, guiding developers through the development process. While advanced customization of the user interface with HTML and CSS is possible, the out-of-the-box options often suffice, providing 80-90% of the required functionality. The IDE is commendable, yet an enhancement in the Page Designer to allow a real-time preview of layout changes would be beneficial. Currently, running the page is necessary to visualize layout adjustments, but an immediate preview during the design phase would be a valuable improvement."
"Connecting with Oracle and the relation with Oracle at the database as a procedure needs improvement."
"The main drawback is that APEX doesn't talk with other databases."
"Using AI to analyze data without needing much code would be better."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Prices vary, and they will enter into different contracts with different people."
"The pricing is mid-range.We pay only for the subscription."
"I believe APEX comes bundled with the database, including autonomous database and other related database products, so the pricing is quite reasonable."
"The tool is not expensive."
"We have an Oracle basic product license, and then we can use Oracle APEX for free. We have many licenses for Oracle for approximately 20 processors."
"I do not think this would be an ideal option for a small sized company or a startup when considering the salary requirements for Oracle DBA'a and developers."
"When you have a licensed database in an Oracle environment, APEX is free."
"Oracle Application Express (APEX) is free, so this is another magic of the solution. You just get charged for the database license, which I don't need."
"The solution is free if you are using on Oracle database."
"The solution is free."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
17%
Construction Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

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Company SizeCount
Small Business31
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise28
 

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
My experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing has been that Oracle Application Express (APEX) is free, so we do not have to buy anything besides the database.
What needs improvement with Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
I see room for improvement in Oracle Application Express (APEX), specifically in the customer-facing UI, which could be better or more adjustable; you can do everything you want, but at a certain p...
What is your primary use case for Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
My main use case for Oracle Application Express (APEX) is building software platforms for our customers.A specific example of a platform I have built for a customer using Oracle Application Express...
 

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Sample Customers

Knectsoft, Worldpay, LifeStatus360, TD Bank, Dwellpoint, ZEROCK, MySchoolAnywhere, Brock University, Rev1, Australian Emergency Services, Warren County Government, Integrated Health Management Services, Northern Edge Patient Care, LiveImmigration, Merrick, Goodman Manufacturing, PetSitClick, Glacier Water, Hayat Communications, AVIS, MAERSK
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