Azure Data Factory vs Boomi iPaaS comparison

The compared Microsoft and Boomi solutions aren't in the same category. Microsoft is ranked #4 in DI , with an average rating of 8.2, and holds a 2.4% mindshare in the category. Boomi is ranked #3 in PaaS , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 7.2% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of Boomi users who would recommend it.

Azure Data Factory

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92% willing to recommend

Boomi iPaaS

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87% willing to recommend

Azure Data Factory

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Azure Data Factory and Boomi iPaaS based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Integration solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Azure Data Factory vs. Boomi iPaaS

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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

6.1

Azure Data Factory users save time and reduce costs, achieving ROI and enhanced satisfaction with centralized data integration.

Sentiment score

6.5

Boomi iPaaS boosts integration speed and efficiency, reducing costs and resources, delivering rapid returns within months.

Our stakeholders and clients have expressed satisfaction with Azure Data Factory's efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Deena Thayalan

Data Engineer at Vthinktechnologies

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We have automated complete order-to-cash processes for multiple customers, saving over 90 million dollars.

Pradeep Nunna

Integration and Solution Architect/AI Engineer (Boomi and Workday) at Tech Bridger

The return is faster since development efforts are minimized, allowing for quicker integration delivery.

Eugene Paden

CTO at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

I have observed a 100% return on investment, with considerable time saved and clients very happy with the output they received.

Siddhardha G

Associate at Ltim

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

6.3

Azure Data Factory users praise support and documentation, but note delays and high costs in paid consulting services.

Sentiment score

6.0

Boomi iPaaS support is responsive with varied quality; improvements in bug management and tiered costs are pointed out.

The technical support from Microsoft is rated an eight out of ten.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

The technical support is responsive and helpful

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

They are not slow on responding or very informative.

Revital Hajaj

Sales & Projects Manger at ACS

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Seamlessly meeting SLAs and providing excellent responses to challenges and issues related to interface and data connectivity.

Rav Bangalore

GenAI Strategist at Wipro Limited

The tech support is very good, offering immediate responses and chat options.

Pradeep Nunna

Integration and Solution Architect/AI Engineer (Boomi and Workday) at Tech Bridger

We receive service that is more than adequate, even exceptional.

Eugene Paden

CTO at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.4

Azure Data Factory is scalable and cloud-native, suitable for medium to large projects, despite some integration limitations.

Sentiment score

7.2

Boomi iPaaS is scalable and adaptable, though some face challenges with complexity, cost, and log management.

Azure Data Factory is highly scalable.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

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The reason we wanted to use our own Kubernetes cluster was to do automatic scaling for utilized resources, allowing us to save.

Eugene Paden

CTO at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

We have built approximately 1,100 interfaces for one customer, which is a significant achievement.

Pradeep Nunna

Integration and Solution Architect/AI Engineer (Boomi and Workday) at Tech Bridger

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.7

Azure Data Factory is reliable, with minor connection issues and improved stability, despite occasional backward compatibility changes.

Sentiment score

7.2

Boomi iPaaS is generally stable with minor issues, praised for 99.99% availability but some prefer Jitterbit's interface.

The solution has a high level of stability, roughly a nine out of ten.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

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Room For Improvement

Azure Data Factory requires better integration, user interface, pricing, real-time processing, connectors, and improved compatibility with Azure services.

Boomi iPaaS requires enhancements in UI, documentation, support, API management, and offers improvements in pricing, training, and deployment processes.

Incorporating more dedicated API sources to specific services like HubSpot CRM or Salesforce would be beneficial.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

Sometimes, the compute fails to process data if there is a heavy load suddenly, and it doesn't scale up automatically.

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

There is a problem with the integration with third-party solutions, particularly with SAP.

Rama Subba Reddy Thavva

Solution Architect at Mercedes-Benz AG

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The integration landscape has become complex, and having a data strategy with unified data models would make integration easier for any platform, including Boomi.

Rav Bangalore

GenAI Strategist at Wipro Limited

A significant area for improvement is version control.

Eugene Paden

CTO at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

The ETL aspect of Boomi iPaaS is not mature enough at the moment.

Pradeep Nunna

Integration and Solution Architect/AI Engineer (Boomi and Workday) at Tech Bridger

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Setup Cost

Azure Data Factory pricing is complex, varying with data usage and integrations, leading to unpredictable monthly costs.

Boomi iPaaS offers cost-effective integration solutions, but expenses may increase with additional usage and connectors despite competitive pricing.

The pricing is cost-effective.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

It is considered cost-effective.

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

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While pricing is relative, compared to others, it is favorable.

Eugene Paden

CTO at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

The pricing for Boomi iPaaS is reasonable, costing around $6,000 per year.

Pradeep Nunna

Integration and Solution Architect/AI Engineer (Boomi and Workday) at Tech Bridger

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing indicates it is a little bit high but still reasonable.

Siddhardha G

Associate at Ltim

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Valuable Features

Azure Data Factory excels with scalability, ease of use, robust data transformations, seamless orchestration, and extensive connector support.

Boomi iPaaS simplifies integrations with low-code tools, connectors, and automation, enhancing efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

It connects to different sources out-of-the-box, making integration much easier.

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

The platform excels in handling major datasets, particularly when working with Power BI for reporting purposes.

Deena Thayalan

Data Engineer at Vthinktechnologies

Regarding the integration feature in Azure Data Factory, the integration part is excellent; we have major source connectors, so we can integrate the data from different data sources and also perform basic transformation while transforming, which is a great feature in Azure Data Factory.

KandaswamyMuthukrishnan

Director at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees

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It automates the creation and population of a data warehouse, reducing the need to write SQL scripts and procedures.

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Innovation & Data Management Enterprise Architect at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees

I can definitely say I see specific positive outcomes after moving to Boomi iPaaS, noting improvements in efficiency, cost savings, and faster project delivery.

Siddhardha G

Associate at Ltim

The most valuable features of Boomi are the integration capabilities, the Data Hub product, and the UDI integration.

Rav Bangalore

GenAI Strategist at Wipro Limited

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Categories and Ranking

Azure Data Factory

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Integration (4th), Cloud Data Warehouse (5th)

Boomi iPaaS

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) (3rd), Business Orchestration and Automation Technologies (18th), AI Observability (16th)

Mindshare comparison

Azure Data Factory and Boomi iPaaS aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Azure Data Factory is designed for Data Integration and holds a mindshare of 2.4%, down 8.6% compared to last year.
Boomi iPaaS, on the other hand, focuses on Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS), holds 7.2% mindshare, down 10.4% since last year.

Data Integration Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Azure Data Factory	2.4%
SSIS	3.7%
Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC)	3.6%
Other	90.3%

Data Integration

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Boomi iPaaS	7.2%
MuleSoft Anypoint Platform	7.0%
Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC)	5.3%
Other	80.5%

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)

Featured Reviews

KandaswamyMuthukrishnan

Director at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Integrates diverse data sources and streamlines ETL processes effectively

Regarding potential areas of improvement for Azure Data Factory, there is a need for better data transformation, especially since many people are now depending on DataBricks more for connectivity and data integration. Azure Data Factory should consider how to enhance integration or filtering for more transformations, such as integrating with Spark clusters. I am satisfied with Azure Data Factory so far, but I suggest integrating some AI functionality to analyze data during the transition itself, providing insights such as null records, common records, and duplicates without running a separate pipeline or job. The monitoring tools in Azure Data Factory are helpful for optimizing data pipelines; while the current feature is adequate, they can improve by creating a live dashboard to see the online process, including how much percentage has been completed, which will be very helpful for people who are monitoring the pipeline.

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Siddhardha G

Associate at Ltim

Cloud integration has transformed projects and delivers faster, more secure business workflows

In my opinion, the best feature Boomi iPaaS offers is its user interface, which is easy to maintain, has a low cost, and offers low licensing costs, making it very easy to develop any integration. Regarding features, Boomi iPaaS performs best and is more stable. It also has easy support, allowing me to contact the Boomi support vendor team for assistance with atoms, molecules, runtimes, and clusters. Security-wise, it is also more secure, enabling the use of internal OAuth 2.0 tokens and basic authentication for high-level authentication, and I can integrate with third-party services to obtain authentication, with some banking projects in Boomi iPaaS using PayU, Razorpay, and various payment platform authentications. The positive impact of Boomi iPaaS on my organization has been significant, as after adopting it, I received many projects with the help of the Boomi vendor who brought me opportunities for Boomi iPaaS usage. Previously, I used TIBCO, MFT, and WebMethods, which were all very old systems. Boomi iPaaS is cloud-based and continues to update constantly, which has been very useful and led to more business. I can definitely say I see specific positive outcomes after moving to Boomi iPaaS, noting improvements in efficiency, cost savings, and faster project delivery. The connector-based licensing cost is very low compared to other integration tools, and for security purposes, it is helpful. I have observed significant good performance transitioning from old legacy systems to Boomi iPaaS.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

12%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	31
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	57

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	16

Questions from the Community

How do you select the right cloud ETL tool?

AWS Glue and Azure Data factory for ELT best performance cloud services.

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How does Azure Data Factory compare with Informatica PowerCenter?

Azure Data Factory is flexible, modular, and works well. In terms of cost, it is not too pricey. It offers the stability and reliability I am looking for, good scalability, and is easy to set up an...

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How does Azure Data Factory compare with Informatica Cloud Data Integration?

Azure Data Factory is a solid product offering many transformation functions; It has pre-load and post-load transformations, allowing users to apply transformations either in code by using Power Q...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Boomi AtomSphere Integration?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing indicates it is a little bit high but still reasonable.

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What needs improvement with Boomi AtomSphere Integration?

In terms of improvements, there is not much to enhance, but I believe a more user-friendly UI, solid Agent Garden features, and more training initiatives to promote Boomi iPaaS would be beneficial....

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What is your primary use case for Boomi AtomSphere Integration?

My main use case for Boomi iPaaS is integration, as I have been integrating Boomi iPaaS with many source and destination systems such as Salesforce. I use Boomi iPaaS as an integrator, connecting w...

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Overview

Azure Data Factory efficiently manages and integrates data from various sources, enabling seamless movement and transformation across platforms. Its valuable features include seamless integration with Azure services, handling large data volumes, flexible transformation, user-friendly interface, extensive connectors, and scalability. Users have experienced improved team performance, workflow simplification, enhanced collaboration, streamlined processes, and boosted productivity.

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Boomi iPaaS offers cloud-based multi-tenancy, connector-rich modules, and API management for seamless integration. Its scalable platform, cost-effective licensing, and flexible UI enhance integration efficiency and adaptability.

Boomi iPaaS is known for its cloud-first approach, providing robust security with OAuth 2.0, automation features, and drag-and-drop, low-code development. It simplifies integration with pre-built database connectors and supports complex workflows across cloud and on-premise environments. Its quick setup streamlines data processes, aided by crowd-sourced mapping suggestions, scalability, and strong monitoring capabilities. Users note its flexibility in adapting to integration needs, though improvements are needed in user-friendliness, API management, and training resources. Documentation could be enhanced, along with scripting, backend process support, and data governance.

What are Boomi iPaaS's most important features?

Cloud-Based Multi-Tenancy: Supports scalable and efficient integration.
Connector-Rich Modules: Facilitates rapid connection to key systems.
API Management: Manages APIs effectively with user-friendly interfaces.
Automation & Low-Code Development: Enables quick integration setup and modifications.
Pre-Built Database Connectors: Offers ready connectors streamlined for various systems.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Cost-Effective Licensing: Allows flexibility in managing integration costs.
Quick Setup: Reduces time needed for initial integration configuration.
Flexibility: Adapts well to evolving integration needs.
Scalability: Grows with expanding integration demands.
Monitoring: Provides robust oversight to ensure process stability.

Organizations use Boomi iPaaS extensively for integrating applications across cloud and on-premise systems. It efficiently supports integration tasks with systems like Salesforce, SAP, and Oracle. Industries such as retail and pharmaceuticals find it indispensable for tasks like data transfer to warehouses, order processing, API management, and middleware functions, including lead-to-cash processes. Boomi iPaaS facilitates real-time and batch integrations, bridging legacy systems with cloud services and optimizing complex workflows.

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Sample Customers

1. Adobe 2. BMW 3. Coca-Cola 4. General Electric 5. Johnson & Johnson 6. LinkedIn 7. Mastercard 8. Nestle 9. Pfizer 10. Samsung 11. Siemens 12. Toyota 13. Unilever 14. Verizon 15. Walmart 16. Accenture 17. American Express 18. AT&T 19. Bank of America 20. Cisco 21. Deloitte 22. ExxonMobil 23. Ford 24. General Motors 25. IBM 26. JPMorgan Chase 27. Microsoft (Azure Data Factory is developed by Microsoft) 28. Oracle 29. Procter & Gamble 30. Salesforce 31. Shell 32. Visa

DocuSign Inc., Innotas, Certent, Renesas Electronics America (REA), Kelly-Moore Paints, Mindjet, City of McKinney, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (RBA), Daylight Transport, A10 Networks

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