Anaplan vs SAP Business Data Cloud comparison

Anaplan and SAP are both solutions in the Business Performance Management category. Anaplan is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.4, while SAP is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.0. Anaplan holds a 6.8% mindshare in BPM, compared to SAP’s 2.8% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Anaplan users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 91% of SAP users who would recommend it.

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97% willing to recommend

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91% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Apr 15, 2026

Anaplan and SAP Business Data Cloud compete in the corporate performance management category. Anaplan holds the upper hand due to its standout features in integration and collaborative model creation.

Features:Anaplan is renowned for connected real-time planning, exceptional data modeling capabilities, and seamless integration with various tools, making it ideal for complex corporate performance management. SAP Business Data Cloud focuses on SAP ecosystem connectivity, predictive analytics, and business intelligence combined with AI capabilities, targeting robust planning and reporting needs with ERP integration.

Room for Improvement:Anaplan needs to enhance its dashboard capabilities, address limitations in model size, and simplify integration with other platforms. Difficult pricing structures and a need for improved automation are also noted. SAP Business Data Cloud could improve connectivity, visualization features, and predictive analytics, with limitations in non-SAP systems integration, and user interface enhancements needed.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service:Anaplan offers flexible deployment options from public to private cloud with strong customer support and responsive technical assistance. SAP Business Data Cloud mainly operates in the public cloud with similar support levels but faces integration challenges with non-SAP systems impacting deployment efficiency. Anaplan stands out for its strong community and responsiveness in technical help.

Pricing and ROI:Anaplan positions itself as a premium product with complex pricing tiers, requiring careful budgeting for optimal use but offers substantial ROI through operational efficiencies. SAP Business Data Cloud's pricing is competitive yet considered high for advanced planning features. It provides significant ROI when integrated within SAP environments but may be cost-prohibitive for some businesses.

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score

4.9

Anaplan's ROI varies by application; sales sees faster results, while finance benefits primarily from cost and efficiency savings.

Sentiment score

5.4

SAP Business Data Cloud boosts ROI through improved analytics, automation, efficiency, and integration across various industries in three years.

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We have saved a lot on the number of employees, and implementation time for the projects has reduced significantly since we started using the standard features of SAP Business Data Cloud.

reviewer2827314

Principal Architect at a tech consulting company with 501-1,000 employees

Once the content is available, then it is a faster go-live with lesser cost in implementation, and that would give an ROI.

Nitesh Agrawal

Director & Co Owner at INFRABEAT TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD

There is a return on investment with SAP Business Data Cloud, as it saves money because it performs results quickly and easily, facilitating integrations and speeding up operations compared to other analytics tools, thereby saving time and money.

reviewer2834484

Consultant-SAP GRC at a tech consulting company with 201-500 employees

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

5.3

Anaplan provides responsive, skilled customer support, appreciated for quick, detailed assistance and effective resources, with generally minimal issues.

Sentiment score

6.0

SAP Business Data Cloud's customer support is generally well-received, but some users encounter delays and desire quicker resolutions.

The technical support from Anaplan is amazing, with a dedicated team to assist in case of any issues.

SandeepAcharya

Lead Analyst at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

We are getting the kind of support that we need from Anaplan.

reviewer2794500

Anaplan Solution Architect at a media company with 10,001+ employees

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The technical support is a very well-organized service, with a lot of tools for me as a consultant and for the end user on how to contact SAP support and get issues solved.

Pavlina Pankova

Competence Leader - BI at Sabris CZ s.r.o.

For example, when I provide a set of instructions, they often simply ask me to implement those steps without checking whether they are applicable.

ShantanuSrivastava

Lead Analyst at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

In SAP's policy, for the first couple of years, the product team is also part of the support team.

Nitesh Agrawal

Director & Co Owner at INFRABEAT TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

6.5

Anaplan offers scalable solutions for large companies, though scalability can be affected by server sizing, costs, and storage limits.

Sentiment score

7.2

SAP Business Data Cloud offers scalable, cloud-based solutions for enterprises of all sizes, enhancing performance and accommodating growth.

Anaplan had issues before, but the new Polaris engine solves them.

SandeepAcharya

Lead Analyst at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

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SAP Analytics Cloud can be used by a small company, and it can be used by a large corporate.

Pavlina Pankova

Competence Leader - BI at Sabris CZ s.r.o.

Since SAP has consolidated everything on one platform, there is ample room to expand as much as needed.

Muhammad Ashar

Sap Data & Analytics Consultant at Dezert Innovation Technology Company

There are no limitations in terms of scale, so it fits both SMB customers and enterprise customers.

Nitesh Agrawal

Director & Co Owner at INFRABEAT TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.7

Anaplan is highly reliable with rare downtime and robust performance, earning strong user ratings for stability and efficiency.

Sentiment score

7.5

SAP Business Data Cloud is stable and secure, though improvements needed in connectivity and performance during peak times.

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You have a chance to test it on your test tenant in small increments, so it should not break your productive reports and productive environment.

Pavlina Pankova

Competence Leader - BI at Sabris CZ s.r.o.

Other than during these quarterly release periods, the availability is excellent.

Muhammad Ashar

Sap Data & Analytics Consultant at Dezert Innovation Technology Company

In a typical quarter, the availability has been over 99%; in a few cases, it dropped to around 98.5%.

ShantanuSrivastava

Lead Analyst at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Room For Improvement

Anaplan users seek improved dashboards, AI integration, better pricing, enhanced automation, easier collaboration, and a more comprehensive interface.

SAP Business Data Cloud needs cost reduction, enhanced features, better integration, training resources, and improved ease of use.

If any kind of history can be captured on the front-end UX page, that would be really appreciated and helpful.

reviewer2794500

Anaplan Solution Architect at a media company with 10,001+ employees

Anaplan cannot perform some tasks handled by Planning Analytics due to their different foundations, Anaplan on Hyperblock technology and TM1 on OLAP.

Phil Z

IBM Planning Analytics SME and Developer at a insurance company with 10,001+ employees

One improvement that could be added to Anaplan is to stabilize the models when data complexity increases, allowing us to manage our time and space well.

Mabid Wyed

Anaplan Model Builder at Xenlytics

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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.

Pavlina Pankova

Competence Leader - BI at Sabris CZ s.r.o.

If SAP can come up with innovative options to reduce licensing costs, many customers would incline toward SAP Business Data Cloud.

reviewer2827314

Principal Architect at a tech consulting company with 501-1,000 employees

If I compare the cost with SAP competitors, I find that when creating an enterprise data lake, if I don't use SAP Business Data Cloud and make it directly in the hyperscalers, it is pretty much cheaper than doing the same in SAP Business Data Cloud.

Nitesh Agrawal

Director & Co Owner at INFRABEAT TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD

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Setup Cost

Anaplan offers premium pricing with high functionality, competitive against market leaders despite limited licensing transparency and potential additional costs.

SAP Business Data Cloud offers comprehensive features but may be costly for small businesses, better suited for large enterprises.

Currently, Anaplan is more expensive compared to other tools.

Srinivas Chappidi

Product Support Engineer at JSW

The pricing is slightly on the premium side, but I do not have detailed knowledge about the exact licensing structure.

SandeepAcharya

Lead Analyst at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

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Nitesh Agrawal

Director & Co Owner at INFRABEAT TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD

Frankly, pricing, setup cost, and licensing seem a bit high compared to other hyperscalers.

reviewer2827314

Principal Architect at a tech consulting company with 501-1,000 employees

The pricing for SAP Business Data Cloud is higher compared to alternatives.

Jagan Mohan Reddy Kalavala

SAP BDC Consultant at IBM

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Valuable Features

Anaplan excels with real-time integration, user-friendly interface, scalability, collaboration, and cloud-based efficiency, enhancing planning and adaptability.

SAP Business Data Cloud excels in seamless integration, unique data sharing, and AI-enhanced analytics for efficient, scalable decision-making.

Anaplan's connected planning feature is its most valuable aspect, allowing for seamless financial planning, HR planning, and updates.

SandeepAcharya

Lead Analyst at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

The integration is very seamless compared to any other tools in the market, making Anaplan quite easy to integrate with different tools.

Mabid Wyed

Anaplan Model Builder at Xenlytics

I like about Anaplan the simplicity and the way it makes reporting easier and planning is broken down well.

Segun Oladele

Associate Manager, Accounting at BIC

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For SuccessFactors and S/4HANA Cloud, there are pre-built reports available which are commonly used by customers.

Bhupesh Akkineni

Project Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

SAP Business Data Cloud has positively impacted my organization by federating SAP data, which is now available for all to use.

Ninad Mehta

Associate director, SAP technical at a outsourcing company with 1,001-5,000 employees

The main standout feature is BDC Connect, as it is very useful for sharing data without replicating to third-party tools such as Enterprise Databricks, Snowflake or even in the near future, Google BigQuery as well as Microsoft Fabric.

reviewer2827314

Principal Architect at a tech consulting company with 501-1,000 employees

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Categories and Ranking

Anaplan

Ranking in Business Performance Management

1st

Ranking in Predictive Analytics

3rd

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Production Planning (3rd)

SAP Business Data Cloud

Ranking in Business Performance Management

3rd

Ranking in Predictive Analytics

2nd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Integration (10th), BI (Business Intelligence) Tools (3rd), Cloud Analytics (2nd), Data Governance (9th), Cloud Data Warehouse (10th)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Business Performance Management category, the mindshare of Anaplan is 6.8%, down from 14.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP Business Data Cloud is 2.8%, down from 7.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Business Performance Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Anaplan	6.8%
SAP Business Data Cloud	2.8%
Other	90.4%

Business Performance Management

Featured Reviews

Segun Oladele

Associate Manager, Accounting at BIC

Reporting and forecasting have become more automated through intuitive data organization and flexible number calendarization

I do not have any improvements from my own end at this time.There are some specific features or functionality that I would like to see included in Anaplan in the future. From what we have been using, I do not think there is any specific one because we import and export numbers. Importing and exporting with CSV files is already available in Anaplan. I do not have any special requests from Anaplan. I still decided to give Anaplan an eight because I have not seen a specific dashboard on Anaplan. Anaplan could have a dashboard where you can see the flow of your numbers displayed on pictorials rather than just saying this is the number. Simple dashboards should be implemented.

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Pavlina Pankova

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.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Insurance Company

Manufacturing Company

16%

Financial Services Firm

Construction Company

Retailer

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	17

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	28
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	51

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP Analytics Cloud?

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SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Digital Boardroom, SAP Analytics Hub

Overview

Anaplan delivers a comprehensive cloud platform designed for three-dimensional data analysis, visualization, and planning. Known for real-time integration with systems such as Salesforce, it enables efficient budgeting, reporting, and modeling without extensive coding knowledge.

The Anaplan platform enhances operational efficiency with its flexible and scalable capabilities, supporting financial planning, supply chain management, and sales operations among others. Users benefit from features like an advanced in-memory calculation engine, quick updates, and ease of integration with systems like SAP. While Anaplan offers a robust toolset, enhancements in dashboard capabilities and integration processes are needed, with improvements requested in visualization tools, more flexible graphs, and better API integration. Additional desires include machine learning features and streamlined data import processes to reduce latency.

What are the key features of Anaplan?

Three-dimensional Planning: Provides robust data analysis and visualization.
Real-time Integration: Seamlessly integrates with systems like Salesforce and SAP.
Advanced Calculation Engine: Enables quick updates across platforms.
Model Map: Aids easy model navigation and management.
Scalability: Adapts to companies of all sizes with ease.

What benefits should users consider?

Operational Efficiency: Enhances planning and execution processes.
Ease of Use: Reduces the need for extensive coding knowledge.
Flexibility: Adapts to diverse business needs and industries.
Cost-effectiveness: Offers potential ROI by optimizing planning efficiencies.

In industries like financial planning, supply chain management, and sales operations, Anaplan facilitates scenario-based analysis, demand forecasting, and business execution. It is employed in marketing, commercial real estate planning, and integrates easily with existing systems. Users in these sectors find it valuable for improving planning accuracy and responsiveness.

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SAP Business Data Cloud provides cloud-based predictive analysis, robust visualization, and integrated planning capabilities with seamless SAP integration. It enhances analytics and reporting efficiency with machine learning and AI features.

SAP Business Data Cloud stands out with its user-friendly application design, leveraging TypeScript scripting for flexibility. It enables easy data integration, customizable dashboards, and collaborative planning. Renowned for its seamless connectivity and comprehensive business intelligence offerings, it is designed to support real-time analytics and planning across both on-prem and cloud environments. Improvements are anticipated in visualization features, connectivity, and third-party system integration, with calls for more customizable chart options and real-time reporting capabilities.

What are the most important features of SAP Business Data Cloud?

Cloud-Based Predictive Analysis: Offers advanced forecasting and trend prediction capabilities.
Robust Visualization: Enables dynamic and interactive data visualization tools.
Integrated Planning: Provides tools for strategic planning and collaboration.
Flexibility with TypeScript: Allows customization and tailored application design.
Seamless Integration: Easily integrates with other SAP products and additional data sources.
AI and Machine Learning: Enhances analytics and reporting efficiency.

What benefits or ROI should users look for in SAP Business Data Cloud?

User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies data integration and application design.
Comprehensive Business Intelligence: Supports strategic decision-making processes.
Real-Time Analytics: Provides timely insights and enhances planning processes.
Collaborative Planning: Facilitates teamwork and strategic alignment.
Cost-Effective Solution: Offers value through efficient and diverse capabilities.

SAP Business Data Cloud serves industries by powering cloud-based reporting, analytics, financial planning, and executive dashboards. Companies utilize it to integrate SAP and non-SAP data sources for insights and forecasts. It is applied in constructing dashboards, boardroom presentations, budgeting, and predictive analytics, supporting versatile use cases across multiple sectors.

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Sample Customers

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