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Altair RapidMiner vs SAP Business Data Cloud comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Apr 15, 2026

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Altair RapidMiner
Ranking in Predictive Analytics
4th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
24
Ranking in other categories
Data Science Platforms (9th)
SAP Business Data Cloud
Ranking in Predictive Analytics
2nd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
94
Ranking in other categories
Data Integration (10th), BI (Business Intelligence) Tools (3rd), Business Performance Management (3rd), Cloud Analytics (2nd), Data Governance (9th), Cloud Data Warehouse (10th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Predictive Analytics category, the mindshare of Altair RapidMiner is 5.7%, down from 14.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP Business Data Cloud is 5.5%, down from 15.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Predictive Analytics Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
SAP Business Data Cloud5.5%
Altair RapidMiner5.7%
Other88.8%
Predictive Analytics
 

Featured Reviews

VS
Professor at Instituto Superior de Contabilidade e Administraçao de Coimbra
Utilize intuitive CRISP model support and predictive analytics features for effective data analysis
Altair RapidMiner is appreciated for its ease of use and the CRISP data mining model it supports, covering steps like data preparation, data understanding, and business understanding. The tool’s auto model feature is excellent as it allows simulation of models to select the best one. It is useful for predictive analytics with community support for model adjustments. I also find handling complex datasets promising, although there's a need for improvement with generative AI adaptation.
Pavlina Pankova - PeerSpot reviewer
Competence Leader - BI at Sabris CZ s.r.o.
Brings reporting, planning, and prediction together in one seamless workflow
I think the areas of SAP Analytics Cloud that could be improved or enhanced are mentioned by users or companies, and they would definitely mention the price in terms of planning licensing. From a consulting point of view, I don't see any major weaknesses. It is reasonably well-developed, and the perfect strength is that innovations are coming on a quarterly basis. It is slightly behind other tools in terms of the number of graphical outputs. Some tools have it faster, but every increment of innovations contains new features. On the other hand, it is perfectly fitting to the SAP environment, with seamless integration to all SAP modules, not only ERP but also SuccessFactors and other tools from the SAP family, for example, integrated business planning for the production planning. This is really a highlight compared to other tools.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The documentation for this solution is very good, where each operator is explained with how to use it."
"The technical support for RapidMiner is fantastic."
"Using the GUI, I can have models and algorithms drag and drop nodes."
"I've been using a lot of components from the Strategic Extension and Python Extension."
"RapidMiner has a freemium pricing model so, as long as your dataset has fewer than 10,000 rows, you have free software."
"RapidMiner is very easy to use."
"It's helpful if you want to make informed decisions using data. We can take the information, tease out the attributes, and label everything. It's suitable for profiling and forecasting in any industry."
"The most valuable features are the Binary classification and Auto Model."
"It is a comprehensive BI solution that provides reporting, planning, and predictive analytics in one solution."
"Real-time data makes for a single version of the truth."
"SAP Business Data Cloud has positively impacted my organization by federating SAP data, which is now available for all to use."
"We use both Tableau and SAP Analytics Cloud, and sometimes we find that SAP Analytics performs better than Tableau."
"SAP Business Data Cloud helps the company by providing a space where we can trust all our data to SAP, and leadership can make decisions faster with less effort."
"SAP is very scalable."
"The best features SAP Business Data Cloud offers is basically one solution for all analytics and planning applications, and the integration of all the third-party as well as SAP data sources in one platform allows us to deliver machine learning, analytics, and planning, making the decision-making process very easy with one platform."
"Offers both business intelligence as well as inbuilt AI and machine learning capabilities."
 

Cons

"RapidMiner would be improved with the inclusion of more machine learning algorithms for generating time-series forecasting models."
"The server product has been getting updated and continues to be better each release. When I started using RapidMiner, it was solid but not easy to set up and upgrade."
"It's supposedly very intuitive, and yet, I don't know where to click, honestly."
"The biggest problem, not from a platform process, but from an avoidance process, is when you work in a heavily regulated BFSI environment, like banking and finance."
"RapidMiner can improve deep learning by enhancing the features."
"One challenge I encountered while implementing RapidMiner was the lack of documentation. Since there aren't as many users, finding resources to learn the tool was initially difficult. To overcome this hurdle, I believe RapidMiner could improve by providing more tutorials tailored for new users."
"About twenty-five percent of my problems involve image processing, and I found RapidMiner lacking in this domain. While we work on OCR and similar tasks, RapidMiner hasn't been as engaged in that field as other models. Some other models also support email processing, but RapidMiner doesn't offer this feature."
"I think that they should make deep learning models easier."
"I'm not satisfied with technical support because they're taking some time. Sometimes I think they could be faster."
"Pricing is fine for the BI license, but when it comes to client license, that fee is a bit high."
"I would like to see reporting to the Analytics cloud directly."
"Its integration or connectivity with non-SAP systems, big data, and social media, such as YouTube, LinkedIn, et cetera, can be improved. This is where SAP has limited features as compared to other solutions."
"There is no direct connector from SAP to Redshift, so we are required to use a third-party product that was recommended by SAP."
"Documentation-wise, we see some gaps when trying to connect different solutions. Some generic documents are available, but the steps maintained are not accurate. There is room for improvement in documentation."
"I would rate SAP Analytics Cloud seven out of 10 because the product needs to mature a lot. SAP still needs to add several features to make it a robust BI solution."
"Could be more user-friendly; somewhat complicated to use."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Although we don't pay licensing fees because it is being used within the university, my understanding is that the cost is between $5,000 and $10,000 USD per year."
"The client only has to pay the licensing costs. There are not any maintenance or hidden costs in addition to the license."
"I used an educational license for this solution, which is available free of charge."
"For the university, the cost of the solution is free for the students and teachers."
"I'm not fully aware of RapidMiner's price because we had licenses provided, but from my analysis, it's moderately priced, not too high or too low. It's worth the investment."
"The pricing is reasonable."
"SAP Analytics can be very costly to license, which can make it difficult for organizations to implement."
"Its price is slightly on the higher side."
"Its pricing is okay as compared to its competitors."
"Its licensing is on a monthly basis."
"The product is expensive."
"The premium option is very expensive at five thousand dollars. I use the nine hundred and ninety-nine dollar option."
"SAP Analytics Cloud is a bit higher [in price]. Because, if Microsoft can afford a better product and lower cost, SAP can afford at least the same, or even lower."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
10%
University
9%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Retailer
7%
Construction Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business12
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise20
Large Enterprise51
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for RapidMiner?
I started with a trial version. We are likely to purchase a license, which may offer additional features.
What needs improvement with RapidMiner?
Currently, I am unsure of all the AI features available in Altair RapidMiner, particularly advanced AI capabilities like neural networks and deep learning. It would be beneficial if the platform co...
What is your primary use case for RapidMiner?
I am using Altair RapidMiner ( /products/altair-rapidminer-reviews ) to analyze stock data and supply chain assessment metrics in my organization. I use it to upload data to gain insights and make ...
Which would you choose - Tableau or SAP Analytics Cloud?
Tableau is easy to set up and maintain. In about a day it is possible for the entire platform to be deployed for use. This relatively short amount of time can make all the difference for companies ...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP Analytics Cloud?
I normally do not deal with the commercials, so I am not aware of the pricing part of it.
What needs improvement with SAP Analytics Cloud?
I think the areas of SAP Analytics Cloud that could be improved or enhanced are mentioned by users or companies, and they would definitely mention the price in terms of planning licensing. From a c...
 

Also Known As

No data available
SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Digital Boardroom, SAP Analytics Hub
 

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Sample Customers

PayPal, Deloitte, eBay, Cisco, Miele, Volkswagen
Ericsson, Vodafone, Google, Team Liquid, Ryder Cup, Accenture
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