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Oracle Application Express (APEX) vs QuickBase comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 18, 2024

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
6.6
Oracle APEX enables rapid app development, cost-effective cloud solutions, and ROI by meeting small business needs and objectives.
Sentiment score
7.1
QuickBase boosts efficiency, productivity, and ROI by reducing manual processes and enhancing automation, with significant financial benefits reported.
A project that might take several months in another language can be completed in just two months using Oracle Application Express (APEX).
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
The money saved aspect is obvious due to its free nature, and because we are using it in the cloud, we can offer our customers a very low price.
Director. Owner at Itium
The ROI is huge; our company saved over 3.8 million in one year alone based on developments that year in QuickBase that saved time for many teams.
Data Entry Specialist at Pfizer
I have seen a return on investment, as I have seen a reduction in duplication of information and workflows, and unification of siloed systems.
Software Test Engineer at Roche
I have seen a return on investment with QuickBase, with both time saved and an increase in productivity.
Director at a healthcare company with 10,001+ employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.6
Oracle APEX offers strong community resources for issue resolution, but experiences with Oracle's official support are mixed and costly.
Sentiment score
7.6
QuickBase's customer service is responsive and effective, though some users desire more interactive support and weekend availability.
There are lots of people readily available to help with any doubts or questions.
Senior Software developer at QV Systems
Whenever I encounter an issue and raise an SR to Oracle, I receive a fast response from their side.
Associate Technical Consultant at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
There are many forums where I can gather answers and a very well-prepared documentation that Oracle provides.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Technical support is really good, and I would rate it a nine out of ten.
Associate principal engineer at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees
The customer support of QuickBase is very proactive and responsive 24/7.
Software Test Engineer at Roche
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
Oracle APEX is scalable for small to medium applications but faces challenges with extensive users in larger projects.
Sentiment score
7.6
QuickBase is scalable and modular, allowing seamless growth for organizations despite initial data structuring challenges.
Oracle Application Express (APEX) exhibits excellent scalability as it can handle growing workloads and user numbers very well.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
If you want to grow, you can use the Oracle database to scale, and the application grows with it, ensuring that everything is very scalable.
Director. Owner at Itium
Quick Base has high potential to scale.
Associate principal engineer at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees
We are able to save time, especially because of the automation of tasks that are time-wasting or time-consuming and very tiresome.
Software Test Engineer at Roche
QuickBase's scalability is impressive; it is easily scalable from a few users to a few hundred or a few thousand users.
Head of Quality & Supply-Chain at a manufacturing company with 11-50 employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.8
Oracle APEX is stable and reliable, praised for consistency and improved stability with recent updates despite data complexity.
Sentiment score
7.8
QuickBase is stable with minimal downtime, reliable support, and performs well despite occasional traffic-related issues.
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is stable in my experience.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is stable because it has been around for about 22 years, and most bugs have been resolved.
Director. Owner at Itium
 

Room For Improvement

Oracle APEX requires improved offline support, AI integration, mobile features, UI, security, and expanded training resources for better performance.
QuickBase requires improvements in training, customization, interface modernization, data management, cost management, and multilingual and mobile support.
If I want to create an application for mobile or offline use, Oracle Application Express (APEX) might not be the first choice since it requires a constant connection to the database.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
The user interface needs to be improved.
Consultant at International Turnkey Systems - ITS
Using AI to analyze data without needing much code would be better.
Senior Software developer at QV Systems
It can be difficult to navigate, and ideally, it should be simplified to facilitate use by anyone, not just certified individuals.
Associate principal engineer at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees
QuickBase can be improved, as some high-level integration can be tricky to develop without advanced understanding of the APIs and other functions.
Software Test Engineer at Roche
The cost can be a bit prohibitive, especially for small organizations to be able to use this tool.
Data Entry Specialist at Pfizer
 

Setup Cost

Oracle APEX is free with a purchased Oracle database, but additional costs for database products may increase expenses.
QuickBase offers competitive per-user pricing with extensive features, making it a valuable investment for many enterprises.
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is free, so we do not have to buy anything besides the database.
Director. Owner at Itium
Pricing could be cheaper.
Associate principal engineer at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that the price is a bit expensive, especially when comparing QuickBase with its competitors.
Software Test Engineer at Roche
 

Valuable Features

Oracle APEX simplifies app development with low-code tools, integrations, and security features, enhancing productivity and efficiency without extensive coding.
QuickBase excels in customizability, seamless integration, and user-friendly automation, enhancing collaboration and efficiency without requiring technical expertise.
Oracle Application Express (APEX) has positively impacted my organization by being very fast compared to other languages and products.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Oracle Application Express (APEX) offers excellent features including being low-code, performing well in the AI race today, always evolving, and providing a very complete set for the developer.
Director. Owner at Itium
Oracle APEX is very easy to use and comes with a lot of ready-made components that speed up the process of creating reports and dashboards.
Consultant at International Turnkey Systems - ITS
The dashboards and workflow management help my team significantly, as they have a drag-and-drop interface and prebuilt templates, which play a pivotal role in creating custom applications.
Software Test Engineer at Roche
The ROI is huge; our company saved over 3.8 million in one year alone based on developments that year in QuickBase that saved time for many teams.
Data Entry Specialist at Pfizer
QuickBase has allowed me to expand my workflows and tools to other markets to help compliance and to help other less sophisticated business users be able to do standardized and repeatable processes with much less error.
Lead & Initiatives Director, Strategic Projects at a insurance company with 10,001+ employees
 

Categories and Ranking

Oracle Application Express ...
Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software
3rd
Ranking in Low-Code Development Platforms
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
63
Ranking in other categories
Development Platforms (2nd)
QuickBase
Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software
15th
Ranking in Low-Code Development Platforms
13th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
81
Ranking in other categories
Employee Time Tracking Software (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Rapid Application Development Software category, the mindshare of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is 4.9%, down from 8.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of QuickBase is 2.5%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Rapid Application Development Software Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Oracle Application Express (APEX)4.9%
QuickBase2.5%
Other92.6%
Rapid Application Development Software
 

Featured Reviews

Dominik Grabiński - PeerSpot reviewer
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Fast low-code web development has transformed how I build complex data-driven business apps
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is a very great tool that is easy to learn but hard to master. The level of entry is very low, but the longer I work with this platform, the more I understand how it works and the great things I can create. For example, I can create report graphs and handle a lot of data across many levels. It's a great application to start with, and when I have experience in Oracle databases, I can utilize Oracle Application Express (APEX) as a front-end tool for the Oracle database. Oracle Application Express (APEX) helps me create reports and graphs by providing a plethora of out-of-the-box solutions that I can use. For example, I can upload data to and from the database, upload photos, create maps, and create various report types such as Interactive Report and Interactive Grid where I can manage, edit, and delete data. I have many solutions that are very helpful and ready to use right away from Oracle Application Express (APEX). My favorite feature of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is the Interactive Report because it's a straightforward report that I can create using a simple query or by selecting a particular table from the database. In the action button behind it, I have many great features that I can use out of the box, including graphs and download options for Excel files. There are many sorting functionalities and accounting features. The Interactive Report is a very great tool for quickly displaying interesting data to clients. Oracle Application Express (APEX) has positively impacted my organization by being very fast compared to other languages and products. For example, I don't have to build a site from the ground up, nor do I have to create tons of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript because Oracle Application Express (APEX) offers many built-in solutions. When I want to create a button, in another language, I would need to create it from scratch. In Oracle Application Express (APEX), I can simply use what's available out of the box. It's a very fast platform with many built-in components that I can utilize right away.
Morgan Victor - PeerSpot reviewer
Software Test Engineer at Roche
Automation has transformed project and inventory workflows and improves revenue forecasting
The best features QuickBase offers include being a no-code software, meaning it is very easy to use even for new users. It also provides life cycle management, workflow management, and dashboards. The dashboards and workflow management help my team significantly, as they have a drag-and-drop interface and prebuilt templates, which play a pivotal role in creating custom applications. Those features also help provide the ability to manage the entire application life cycle with QuickBase easily. Integration has been very seamless with our overall IT stack. The user interface is very user-friendly and intuitive, which makes it very easy to use, together with the no-code aspect. Any kind of personnel can use this tool easily.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
10%
Government
10%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Construction Company
17%
Manufacturing Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Marketing Services Firm
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business31
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise28
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business40
Midsize Enterprise14
Large Enterprise28
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
My experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing has been that Oracle Application Express (APEX) is free, so we do not have to buy anything besides the database.
What needs improvement with Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
I see room for improvement in Oracle Application Express (APEX), specifically in the customer-facing UI, which could be better or more adjustable; you can do everything you want, but at a certain p...
What is your primary use case for Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
My main use case for Oracle Application Express (APEX) is building software platforms for our customers.A specific example of a platform I have built for a customer using Oracle Application Express...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for QuickBase?
I did not have any involvement with pricing, setup cost, or licensing.
What needs improvement with QuickBase?
The table size limits are small for really large apps. While I agree that there needs to be a cap on the size, it would be nice to adjust it up when needed. Also, the cost can be a bit prohibitive,...
What is your primary use case for QuickBase?
Our organization uses QuickBase for project management, production, fieldwork tracking, training, training tracking, travel tracking, and more. The platform allows us to standardize workflows acros...
 

Also Known As

Oracle APEX
Quick Base, TSheets
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Hepart AG, pharmasol, SATLOG, Collège Bois-de-Boulogne
Procter & Gamble, Tesla, Norwegian Cruise Line, Google, Metso, Agero, Kayak, PTC, Patra Corp, TomTom, Southwest Airlines, FedEx Office
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