CloverETL vs SSIS comparison

Javlin and Microsoft are both solutions in the Data Integration category. Javlin is ranked #56, while Microsoft is ranked #1 with an average rating of 7.7. Javlin holds a 0.8% mindshare in DI, compared to Microsoft’s 3.6% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Javlin users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 19, 2024

SSIS and CloverETL are competing data integration solutions, each providing unique advantages. SSIS has the upper hand within organizations using the Microsoft ecosystem due to its seamless integration and reliable performance. However, CloverETL's flexibility and support for diverse data sources make it appealing to organizations with various needs.

Features: SSIS includes robust data transformation capabilities, strong data warehousing features, and seamless integration with SQL Server. CloverETL provides a scalable architecture, support for various data formats, and advanced ETL capabilities, suitable for complex and heterogeneous data integration scenarios.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SSIS has straightforward deployment in Microsoft environments but may present challenges in non-Microsoft systems. CloverETL offers a flexible deployment model for various platforms, making it suitable for diverse IT environments. SSIS benefits from Microsoft's extensive resources for support, while CloverETL is known for its dedicated and responsive customer service.

Pricing and ROI: SSIS typically has lower initial setup costs as it is associated with SQL Server, providing a cost-effective solution for Microsoft users with long-term ROI benefits through integration and automation. CloverETL involves higher upfront expenses but offers flexible licensing models adaptable to company needs, potentially yielding a significant ROI through its adaptability and efficiency for complex data tasks.

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Categories and Ranking

CloverETL

Ranking in Data Integration

56th

Average Rating

7.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

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SSIS

Ranking in Data Integration

1st

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Data Integration category, the mindshare of CloverETL is 0.8%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SSIS is 3.6%, down from 7.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Integration Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
SSIS	3.6%
CloverETL	0.8%
Other	95.6%

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it_user856614

Lead Programmer at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees

Very easy to schedule jobs and monitor them, however we run out heap space even with a high allocation

Flexibility: We can bring in data from multiple sources, e.g., databases, text files, JSON, email, XML, etc. This has been very helpful Connectivity to various data sources: The ability to extract data from different data sources gives greater flexibility. Server features for scheduler: It is…

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Chris Farris

Manager, Data Operations at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees

User-friendly interface facilitates efficient data migration and reduces operational overhead

Its usability and ease of use are standout features. It is really easy to use - almost too easy at times. Users don't have to be experts to use their tool set and utilize the clicking mechanisms, drop down boxes, and other features to build a package and run it. The configuration is very easy and the system is very stable. I would rate it at a 10 as it is highly reliable; we have never had any problems with it. Very little maintenance is required on my side. While you need to keep the product up to date, the maintenance requirements are minimal. SSIS integrates with all Microsoft tools seamlessly. We have used it against Oracle, DB2 and SQL. It integrates and can move data around from any data platforms, making it very diverse in that standpoint. It is a very robust tool that can work with many data sources, and its main strength is that it is extremely easy to use.

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Pros

"Connectivity to various data sources: The ability to extract data from different data sources gives greater flexibility."

"No dependence on native language and ease of use."

"We switched to CloverETL because of its flexibility to connect to various data sources and no dependence on native language and ease of use."

"Familiar, intuitive GUI coming from a Java development background, in-depth, descriptive, and well-laid-out documentation, responsive support through forums directly from Clover staff, a wealth of customizable pre-defined components, descriptive logging for error messages, and ease of install with a light footprint make it very effective to use."

"Server features for scheduler: It is very easy to schedule jobs and monitor them. The interface is easy to use."

"Key features include wealth of pre-defined components; all components are customizable; descriptive logging, especially for error messages."

"The most valuable features are the relatively short learning curve, and the automation capabilities provided through the BIML add-in for SSDT."

"You can get data from any data source with SSIS and dump it to any outside source. It is helpful. Getting, extracting, converting, and dumping data doesn't require much effort because we can do everything in the user interface. You drag and drop, then give the required input. It's intuitive."

"I have found its most valuable features to be its package management capabilities and the flexibility it offers in designing workflows."

"You can get data from any data source with SSIS and dump it to any outside source, and getting, extracting, converting, and dumping data doesn't require much effort because we can do everything in the user interface where you just drag and drop and then give the required input, so it's intuitive."

"The reporting on the solution is perfect. I didn't expect to see reporting features, but they are great."

"The simplicity of the solution is great, and the solution also offers excellent integration."

"The UI is very user-friendly."

"We can connect with multiple data sources easily using an external connector in SSIS."

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Cons

"Its documentation could be improved."

"Needs easier automated failure recovery, more and more intuitive auto-generated or filled-in code for components, and easier or more automated sync between CloverETL Designer and CloverETL Server."

"Resource management: We typically run out of heap space, and even the allocation of high heap space does not seem to be enough."

"Needs: easier automated failure recovery; more, and more intuitive auto-generated/filled-in code for components; easier/more automated sync between CloverETL Designer and CloverETL Server."

"Resource management: We typically run out of heap space, and even the allocation of high heap space does not seem to be enough."

"This solution needs full support for real-time processing."

"The UI could use refinement."

"If you run SSIS from the local system, it will lag, but it will work properly if you host on the cloud somewhere."

"Sometimes, there are compatibility issues with some features. From time to time, I also face issues when trying to migrate. If I misconfigure things when I use Snapshot, the migration will fail.It can take a long time to migrate huge amounts of data, so it would be nice if that could be faster."

"Need to improve error logging although it does provide error logs but there is still more room for improvement in this area."

"I would like to see more standard components out of the box, such as SFTP, and Data Compression components."

"A change in the metadata source cripples the whole ETL process, requiring each module to be manually reopened."

"The creation of the measure in the DAC's model could be improved."

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"We have an enterprise license for this solution."

"We purchased the standard edition of SQL Server and SSIS came with it free of charge."

"It would be beneficial if the solution had a less costly cloud offering."

"People have to opt for a perpetual-based licensing model."

"The solution comes free of cost."

"I'm not involved in licensing details, but SSIS provides value to our organization by simplifying data management tasks."

"Based on my experience and understanding, Talend comes out to be a little bit expensive as compared to SSIS. The average cost of having Talend with Talend Management Console is around 72K per region, which is much higher than SSIS. SSIS works very well with Microsoft technologies, and if you have Microsoft technologies, it is not really expensive to have SSIS. If you have SQL Server, SSIS is free."

"This solution is a free of charge addition to our SQL licence. However, the only way this tool can be utilized is as a feature of the SQL licence, which may make it unattractive to organizations who don't wish to purchase the wider-ranging licence."

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Comparison Review

it_user90069

BI Expert at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Feb 20, 2014

Informatica PowerCenter vs. Microsoft SSIS - each technology has its advantages but also have similarities

Technology has made it easier for businesses to organize and manipulate data to get a clearer picture of what’s going on with their business. Notably, ETL tools have made managing huge amounts of data significantly easier and faster, boosting many organizations’ business intelligence operations…

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Financial Services Firm

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Government

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Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	57

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Which is better - SSIS or Informatica PowerCenter?

SSIS PowerPack is a group of drag and drop connectors for Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, commonly called SSIS. The collection helps organizations boost productivity with code-free compo...

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What do you like most about SSIS?

The product's deployment phase is easy.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SSIS?

Pricing is pretty reasonable, so I would rate it at a 5. However, it could be a bit cheaper.

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Overview

CloverETL is a rapid, end-to-end data integration solution. Businesses choose CloverETL for its usability and intuitive controls, along with its lightweight footprint, flexibility, and processing speed. Achieving true, rapid data integration means much more than just raw data processing power. Rapid refers to an end-to-end process that begins the moment a data-related problem is recognized to the point when the data is in the right place and form to be analyzed and monetized.

Javlin

SSIS is a versatile tool for data integration tasks like ETL processes, data migration, and real-time data processing. Users appreciate its ease of use, data transformation tools, scheduling capabilities, and extensive connectivity options. It enhances productivity and efficiency within organizations by streamlining data-related processes and improving data quality and consistency.

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IBM, Oracle, MuleSoft, GoodData, Thomson Reuters, salesforce.com, Comcast, Active Network, SHOP.CA

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