IBM Cloud Pak for Automation vs Nintex Process Platform comparison

IBM and Nintex are both solutions in the Process Automation category. IBM is ranked #38, while Nintex is ranked #22 with an average rating of 7.0. IBM holds a 1.1% mindshare in PA, compared to Nintex’s 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of Nintex users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 17, 2024

Nintex Process Platform and IBM Cloud Pak for Automation are competing in business process automation. IBM Cloud Pak for Automation is seen as superior for comprehensive automation needs due to its robust feature set, despite its higher cost.

Features: Nintex Process Platform offers intuitive workflow automation, rapid task configuration, and seamless integration with Microsoft environments. IBM Cloud Pak for Automation provides extensive AI-driven automation capabilities, scalability, and seamless integration across IBM's ecosystem.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Nintex provides a cloud-based deployment model with quick installation and efficient service support. IBM Cloud Pak for Automation includes hybrid cloud options that offer flexibility and customization, requiring more technical expertise and a longer deployment timeline.

Pricing and ROI: Nintex Process Platform is generally more affordable, offering rapid ROI with minimal upfront costs, targeting small to medium enterprises. IBM Cloud Pak for Automation involves a higher initial investment, delivering significant ROI over time for larger enterprises seeking advanced capabilities.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Cloud Pak for Automation

Ranking in Process Automation

38th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Orchestration and Automation Technologies (34th)

Nintex Process Platform

Ranking in Process Automation

22nd

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Process Management (BPM) (22nd), Workload Automation (21st)

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Process Automation category, the mindshare of IBM Cloud Pak for Automation is 1.1%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Nintex Process Platform is 2.0%, down from 2.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Process Automation Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Nintex Process Platform	2.0%
IBM Cloud Pak for Automation	1.1%
Other	96.9%

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SYEDMUJTABA

Vice President - Digital Automation Services at Techvista Systems

Effectively handles parallel instances effectively

I find it quite straightforward, perhaps around 8.5 out of 10 in terms of ease. When we upgraded from the old version of IBM BPM to the new one within IBM Cloud Pak for Automation, we didn't encounter any major issues. There were some minor ones, but they were easy to overcome.The migration process was part of our deployment strategy. We had a plan to migrate two processes per week from on-premises to the cloud. The migration involved taking the instances and migrating them to the new environment. There is an inbuilt feature in IBM Cloud Pak for Automation that facilitates the migration process, although I personally haven't conducted it myself; it's managed by my team. Overall, the setup process was relatively smooth.

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Hafiz Muhammad Usama

Manager Mobility & Digitalization at Fatima group

Have experienced challenges integrating with other systems but have benefited from improved process automation

There are multiple areas that need improvement. Nintex Process Platform needs integration with other platforms such as Salesforce and other CRM platforms. There should be actions available so we can directly integrate with these systems. Additionally, there is a gap in mathematical actions and logical actions. We need to parse data, and if we receive data in JSON, there is no action available in Nintex Process Platform to parse the data and extract data from that JSON string. Such actions and logical actions must be available in Nintex Process Platform to increase its capability. For us, Nintex Process Platform is configurable with SQL Server, but there is no configuration option available with Oracle. We also use Oracle in multiple processes, but we have found no way to directly configure Nintex Process Platform with Oracle. We have to use SQL Server in between. We have to create a link server within SQL Server as a bypass to retrieve or post data into Oracle. There were multiple improvement points available.

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Pros

"What this product allows us to do is to move from on-prem instances where we are running independent instances of FileNet, Datacap, and ODM. It allows us to leverage container-based resiliency and availability modeling so that we have some visibility across the CP4BA ecosystem. We're now migrating all of our data to be in the Cloud Object Storage, and we can now use some of the features of Azure in terms of how we store and retrieve content for our members and our providers."

"I believe two significant features of IBM Cloud Pak for Automation are the focus on SLA management and the capability to handle parallel instances effectively. Parallel instances, for instance, are valuable when dealing with a large number of users, enabling tasks to be performed concurrently for efficient system operation. The SLA aspect is crucial for tracking and ensuring timely completion of tasks. Additionally, the cloud compatibility of IBM BAW allows for seamless migration from on-premises to the cloud. This version also includes a business rule management system for storing and managing business rules effectively."

"It is a scalable product."

"I like the feature of getting an email for a workflow error, then I do not have to go through every instance."

"Allows to use workflow for simple approvals and LazyApproval. The feature is easy to implement for mobile approval."

"Only Nintex has the feature which allows attachments to an email."

"It creates workflows to handle business processes. It allows us to route approvals to users without human intervention."

"The SharePoint feature is a really good connection, there are many features that are good."

"Our solutions using Nintex has been most successful in automating HR processes because it allows you to easily and rapidly build solutions that conform to the unique business processes for each entity."

"K2 is reasonably priced."

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Cons

"I believe there is room for improvement in the user interface, particularly in the Process Portal that customers use to view and manage their tasks. The UI of the Process Portal needs enhancement. Additionally, in the next release, I would like to see improved compatibility with Angular, allowing for direct integration with front-end systems. It would be beneficial to have built-in GUI features based on Angular within the system, rather than developing separate applications externally. This, in turn, would provide a more seamless and enhanced front-end experience."

"One of the challenges we're having is finding vendors who have experience in developing on the cloud. We can find developers on the old platform, but it is leading-edge technology. So, we are having some challenges, and IBM is assisting us to find vendor partners. To be able to leverage all the capabilities of the new platform, we have to upgrade our existing ecosystem of FileNet applications. Upgrading to the new platform while trying to modernize is always challenging because it is like you have a moving target."

"It is very flexible because you can design your own main forms, but if there were some templates according to your market, it would be more useful for a new customer. That would make K2 more user friendly and easier to use."

"K2 is a workflow solution, and there is no RPA solution with K2. This is where K2 lacks a little bit. It is just a heavy workflow solution. It doesn't have a supplemental product like RPA. If you want to use RPA, you have to use Blue Prism, UIPath, or something else. If you use Nintex, it has an RPA solution. It is a form-based application, and they are doing everything electronically. The initial investment in K2 is heavy because it is a BPM software. It does not have a low cost because they charge you the same for one workflow or 100 workflows."

"The user interface in Nintex needs improvement. It is not very intuitive and requires changes."

"We would like to design parallel workflows and long-running workflows, along with new features for connecting to cloud-based systems."

"Built-in reporting on-prem is limited and clunky at best."

"User interface could use some improvement. Perhaps integration with Visual Studio or SharePoint Designer would be useful."

"Because Microsoft announced that they will stop supporting Nintex Process Platform and Nintex Process Platform stopped supporting it as well, I will never recommend Nintex Process Platform Workflows or Forms in the near future, but Nintex K2 can be an option."

"The cost of the solution is high and has room for improvement."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"IBM Cloud Pak for Automation is relatively expensive, especially considering it is designed for long-living processes, not for normal automation needs. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate the pricing at around 9. There are no additional costs beyond the standard licensing fees, but IBM has multiple pricing models that make it expensive in its own way. Different plans are available, but overall, the experience suggests it is a costly solution."

"Its cost is almost the same or comparable to what we pay with FileNet, but I'm not sure what we pay a year. A good part of CP4BA is the CPU-based licensing model. When we're dealing with 50,000 dentists, for example, if we were to use Salesforce, we would be hit with the licensing of 50,000 dentists, whereas when we build out in CP4BA, it is just based on our CPU usage, not on individual licenses."

"Nintex Workflow is more expensive than Microsoft's native products, but it is still considered moderately priced when compared to higher-end products such as K2."

"The annual support costs are expensive."

"We pay on a yearly basis. It's my understanding that we pay approximately $11,000/year."

"Certainly. Notably, in terms of cost, this solution presents a substantial advantage, being approximately forty percent more economical compared to Oracle. It offers flexibility with two deployment options, catering to both cloud and on-premises preferences. Moreover, within each deployment option, there are two variations available. For organizations with limited IT resources and relying on citizen developers—individuals from the business side comfortable with technology—the platform allows for a more hands-on approach. These users can independently implement solutions without extensive coding or custom development. In contrast, the KQ solution at Symantec is adept at addressing the needs of sectors like banking, where extensive custom development is required for seamless integration with existing applications, websites, and ensuring robust security measures."

"Nintex is around INR 200 per license in India, which is much cheaper. Smaller organizations are always looking for cost-effective solutions, and Nintex provides local solutions with very low pricing."

"The product’s price is competitive compared to other vendors."

"The initial investment in K2 is heavy. Currently, the expenditure is $28,000 for a year. After we go to the cloud, it is going to be per seat and probably cheaper. Currently, there are unlimited users."

"This solution is affordable and is cheaper than most alternatives on the market. We have a standard cloud license that costs about 20k per year."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

17%

Computer Software Company

16%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Marketing Services Firm

Company Size

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	17
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	25

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What do you like most about K2?

The latest version of Nintex has many features. We have a clear roadmap and the necessary application to integrate it into our platform.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for K2?

Nintex Process Platform is expensive. Prices relate to both features and the professional services necessary due to our lack of an implementation team.

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Overview

IBM Cloud Pak for Automation offers design, build, run, and automation services to rapidly scale your programs and fully execute and operationalize an automation strategy.

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Nintex Process Platform offers no/low-code development with system integrations and efficient workflow management, ideal for complex business processes. It's known for its scalable workflows, data management through SmartObjects, and a user-friendly visual designer.

Nintex Process Platform enables organizations to automate processes with ease, supporting electronic forms, digital transformation, and seamless department collaboration. Users on SharePoint and other integrated systems leverage its extensive workflow capabilities for approvals, onboarding, and information capture. While its current framework might benefit from performance enhancements and improved management console usability, it remains a strong choice for providing scalable solutions across industries.

What are the key features of Nintex Process Platform?

No/Low-Code Development: Enables users to develop applications without extensive coding knowledge, simplifying process creation.
System Integration: Offers seamless integration with systems like SharePoint and SAP, enhancing operational efficiency.
Workflow Capability: Facilitates the creation of sophisticated workflows suitable for complex processes.
SmartObjects: Centralizes data management, ensuring streamlined data access and usability.
Visual Designer: Simplifies the design and execution of business processes with an intuitive interface.

What benefits and ROI should users expect?

Increased Efficiency: Rapid deployment minimizes downtime and accelerates process automation.
Cost Savings: Reduces time spent on manual processes, improving operational costs.
Enhanced Collaboration: Streamlines communication and coordination across departments, leading to better teamwork.
Time Savings: Speeds up routine tasks like approvals and onboarding, freeing up resources for strategic initiatives.

Companies in sectors like government, HR, and financial services implement Nintex Process Platform for its ability to streamline and connect internal processes. It supports approval workflows, notifications, and data capturing, proving its versatility for diverse business needs. However, challenges with document conversion, performance, and cloud feature parity suggest room for enhancements, particularly in industries handling complex workflows.

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SEA Corp, Omnicom Group, Verizon, STIHL

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