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HPE Data Fabric vs SAP HANA comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and SAP are both solutions in the Hadoop category. Additionally, 100% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 91% of SAP users who would recommend it.

HPE Data Fabric

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100% willing to recommend

SAP HANA

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91% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between HPE Data Fabric and SAP HANA based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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

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HPE Data Fabric vs. SAP HANA

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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:

Categories and Ranking

HPE Data Fabric

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Hadoop (4th)

SAP HANA

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Virtualization (2nd), Embedded Database (1st), Relational Databases Tools (3rd), Database Management Systems (DBMS) (5th)

Featured Reviews

Hamid M. Hamid

Data architect at Banking Sector

A stable and scalable tool that serves as a great database

The initial setup of HPE Ezmeral Data Fabric is easy. I am not sure how long it took to deploy HPE Ezmeral Data Fabric, but I haven't heard about any disadvantages when it comes to the time taken for the deployment. I remember that one of our company's clients who had purchased the product never mentioned the product's setup phase being complex. One of the drawbacks with HPE Ezmeral Data Fabric stems from the fact that the product's upgrade was not straightforward, and it was a complex process since one of the teams in my company who deals with the tool found the upgrade part to be tough. The solution is deployed on an on-premises model. My company has two dedicated staff members to look after the deployment and maintenance phases of HPE Ezmeral Data Fabric.

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Hari Priya

SAP Analytics Lead at Miracle Software Systems, Inc

Performs well with high database and reporting performance

We face difficulties replicating the AC DOCA table, which is a huge table, from S/4HANA to SAP HANA BAS, Business Application Studio, or HANA Studio using SLT. For developing Power BI reports using the AC DOCA table, we are replicating full data daily. We want to implement delta load, and while we used OData service for one client, the delta OData service link is not properly updating delta records. Licensing costs with SAP HANA are very high. Due to high pricing, many clients are moving from BW on SAP HANA and S/4HANA to Azure SQL. I have worked with several clients who have moved all data flows to Azure and developed Power BI queries on top of Azure. Many clients are also using Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The certification costs are also very high, more than ₹1,40,000 INR. Previously, it was ₹30,000 to ₹40,000. I want to pursue three certifications but am unable to do so due to the cost.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"HPE Ezmeral Data Fabric can be accessed from any namespace globally as you would access it from a machine using an NFS."

"I like the administration part."

"I highly recommend MapR."

"Our customer purchased a paid support service and so far MapR has addressed our issues well."

"This product enabled us opening up endless possibilities in data analytics, IOE/IOT, and predictive analysis."

"Outside of human error, MapR is probably the most stable of the major releases."

"Initial setup is rather straightforward thanks to detailed documentation covering all the bases."

"MapR is a great distribution, although I have limited experience with other distributors."

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"SAP HANA's best features are its programmability and extensibility - you can size and shape the software however you need."

"It's easy to use, and the Hana Studio is pretty good."

"Probably the main feature is its in-memory database."

"SAP HANA's interface is pretty user-friendly."

"If you want to scale with new processes and new reports, that's fairly easy."

"It is difficult for me to narrow down what the best features are in SAP HANA because they work together to provide the overall functionality of the solution. However, the Fiori application is very good."

"We are using the solution for the DW system. The primary function of the solution is for the database in memory."

"This product covers almost everything, and it's scalable and very innovative."

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Cons

"I'd say we've had issues with pricing."

"Installations and setups are still a bit cryptic and can be improved."

"The interface part, what I'm calling the integration part, could be improved."

"The UI for administration still has a lot of manual work to set up the cluster and get it running."

"One weakness for MapR is the Kerberos support."

"Having the ability to extend the services provided by the platform to an API architecture, a micro-services architecture, could be very helpful."

"Upgrading Ezmeral to a new version is a pain. They're trying to make the solution more container-friendly, so I think they're going in the right direction. The only problem we've had in the past was the upgrades. The process isn't smooth due to how the Red Hat operating system upgrades currently work."

"It'd like to see file system auditing, data encryption, and certification of other vendors' tools."

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"I give the scalability of SAP HANA a six out of ten."

"Technical support should be more customer-friendly."

"The high price of the product is an area of concern where improvements are required."

"The releases need to be more stable. It's surprising to still encounter significant bugs after ten years of the product being available."

"SAP HANA is a very proprietary tool and there's not as much support available for it as there is for an SQL Server (which is more popular)."

"While new users to this solution have the benefit of the new design, existing ERP users may experience issues with migrating legacy data. We would like to see development of ready-made tools that allow for easy mapping when upgrading."

"There are limitations on tables. There is a two billion record limitation on a table."

"Per SAP, you can do both transactional and analytical processes in SAP HANA. Though that's true, the speed is slower when you combine the two functions, so this is what I'd like SAP to improve in SAP HANA. In the next release, I want to see better diagrams in SAP HANA and a more user-friendly interface."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"HPE is flexible with you if you are an existing customer. They offer different models that might be beneficial for your organization. It all depends on how you negotiate."

"The tool's price is cheap and based on a usage basis. The solution's licensing costs are yearly and there are no extra costs."

"There is a need for my company to pay for the licensing costs of the solution."

"We are spending about 20,000 to 30,000 euros on the solution."

"Its licensing is expensive for SMEs and large enterprises alike."

"SAP HANA is more expensive than other solutions."

"We pay annually for the license of the solution."

"I would rate the pricing of the solution a ten on ten. The pricing for on-prem SAP HANA is on a yearly basis and expensive. I am not aware of the actual pricing but it is based on 64 Gigabytes. For instance, if you consider $10,000 for 64 Gigabytes, then you can calculate the cost for Terabytes in case you have one. You will have to buy expensive hardware as well which is quite a lot."

"The solution's license is very expensive so I rate pricing a one out of ten."

"SAP HANA is expensive, but unfortunately, we do not have any alternatives."

"The tool is expensive compared to other products, like Oracle R or Microsoft, but it offers a range of all the company's functions."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

17%

Construction Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Healthcare Company

Manufacturing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Comms Service Provider

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Large Enterprise	7

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	62

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What are the biggest benefits of using SAP HANA?

Based on my work with SAP HANA, the biggest benefit that it can bring to your business is total data management. This product is by SAP - a company that serves almost all needs a client may have co...

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Is SAP HANA’s customer and technical support reliable?

We have been using SAP HANA for a fairly short period of time and have only taken advantage of their customer support. So far, we have not had issues that required specialized help from technical s...

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Is SAP HANA difficult to set up and start using?

SAP HANA is fairly easy to set up, however, I do not think a complete beginner can do it. You certainly need some preparation - either you need to have experience with similar solutions, or with ot...

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Also Known As

MapR, MapR Data Platform

SAP High-Performance Analytic Appliance, HANA

Overview

HPE Data Fabric delivers robust data management with features like multi-tenancy, security, and ease of configuration. It supports high performance and unified analytics, making it a reliable choice for organizations looking to manage extensive data efficiently.

HPE Data Fabric provides a comprehensive data management platform with clustered node distribution and no single point of failure, ensuring high availability. Its compatibility with MapR-DB and NFS functionality allows integration with existing systems. Although there are challenges with third-party tool compatibility and upgrades, it supports big data initiatives by acting as both a database and messaging layer. Users benefit from bundled ecosystem support and simplified administration, enhancing usability across multiple teams and locations.

What features make HPE Data Fabric valuable?

Multi-tenancy: Supports multiple users or tenants securely.
Clustered Node Distribution: Distributes data across nodes for reliability.
POSIX Compliance: Compatibility with POSIX standards for ease of integration.
NFS Functionality: Facilitates network-based file sharing.
Unified Analytics: Provides integrated data analysis capabilities.

Why consider HPE Data Fabric in reviews?

Reliability: No single point of failure, ensuring consistent performance.
Cost Efficiency: Offers cost-effective data management solutions.
High Availability: Provides resilient storage and service availability.
Ease of Configuration: Streamlines administrative tasks with UI-driven tools.

Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and logistics use HPE Data Fabric to manage large volumes of data efficiently. Its role in supporting distributed processing and acting as a NoSQL storage solution enables these industries to leverage big data for enhanced operational insights and decision-making capabilities. The inclusion of AI tools further expands its utility, facilitating advanced data environments that are cost-effective and scalable for growing organizational demands.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

SAP HANA is a high-speed in-memory data platform providing real-time analytics and quick data retrieval while supporting enterprise scalability and integration.

Designed for efficient data processing, SAP HANA offers robust security, ease of use, and advanced analytics through an architecture that ensures flexibility and stability. This allows seamless integration with third-party systems, significantly improving data management and decision-making capabilities. Enterprises benefit from data modeling, compression, comprehensive dashboards, and real-time insights. However, users have noted high costs, speed, and scalability issues, as well as complexity in interface and customizations. There's also a need for better integration with third-party tools, clearer documentation, and enhanced connectivity with Java and other platforms.

What are the key features of SAP HANA?

In-memory Processing: Delivers rapid data retrieval and analytics.
Data Modeling and Compression: Enhances storage efficiency and speed.
Advanced Analytics: Offers comprehensive insights for strategic decisions.
Seamless Integration: Integrates with third-party systems effectively.
Real-time Insights: Supports real-time analytics across data sets.

What benefits should users expect when evaluating SAP HANA?

Improved Decision-making: Informs strategic business choices with advanced analytics.
Operational Efficiency: Enhances productivity by streamlining data management.
Scalability: Supports growth and evolving data needs effectively.
Security: Protects data integrity with robust mechanisms.

SAP HANA is deployed for enterprise resource planning across industries, notably in finance, HR, and sales. It supports real-time analytics, business intelligence, and integrates with SAP ERP and S/4HANA, offering tailored solutions for sectors like supply chain management, CRM, procurement, and financial analysis.

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Sample Customers

Valence Health, Goodgame Studios, Pico, Terbium Labs, sovrn, Harte Hanks, Quantium, Razorsight, Novartis, Experian, Dentsu ix, Pontis Transitions, DataSong, Return Path, RAPP, HP

Unilever, NHS 24, adidas Group, CHIO Aachen, Hamburg Port Authority (HPA), Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited

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