Pega Robotic Process Automation vs SAP Intelligent RPA comparison

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Pega and SAP are both solutions in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) category. Pega is ranked #17 with an average rating of 5.0, while SAP is ranked #26. Pega holds a 1.8% mindshare in RPA, compared to SAP’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Pega users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of SAP users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 4, 2024

Pega Robotic Process Automation and SAP Intelligent RPA compete in the automation solutions category, with SAP often seen as superior due to its expansive features which are deemed worth the cost.

Features: Pega provides comprehensive automation tools with robust case management, powerful integration capabilities, and access to the .NET framework, making development seamless. SAP Intelligent RPA is recognized for its flexibility, effectively managing attended and unattended tasks with easy integration into CRM and APIs. Its Orchestration and Job Factory features streamline processes.

Room for Improvement: Pega could enhance its OCR capabilities, simplify Citrix integration, and streamline the initial setup process. SAP Intelligent RPA could improve its adaptability in data extraction, address SAP GUI stability issues, and offer more flexible error handling systems.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Pega supports on-premises, public, and hybrid cloud deployments, but faces critiques over technical platform issues. SAP Intelligent RPA offers similar deployment flexibility with an emphasis on on-premises and cloud solutions. SAP's customer support is praised for efficiency and quick resolutions, unlike Pega’s service which receives mixed reviews due to delays in complex scenarios.

Pricing and ROI: Pega RPA is considered expensive for smaller enterprises, with ROI depending on usage cases and geography-based pricing models. SAP Intelligent RPA follows a SaaS model with costs adapted to usage and transactions, potentially offering more affordable long-term options. Both solutions suggest a good return on investment, varying based on implementation scale and scope.

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Automation Anywhere

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) category, the mindshare of Automation Anywhere is 4.9%, down from 8.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Pega Robotic Process Automation is 1.8%, down from 3.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP Intelligent RPA is 1.6%, down from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Automation Anywhere	4.9%
Pega Robotic Process Automation	1.8%
SAP Intelligent RPA	1.6%
Other	91.7%

Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Featured Reviews

Venkat Sivaprakash

Management Consultant at Accenture

Has significantly improved document-driven workflows and reduced processing time across finance and HR functions

Automation Anywhere has evolved significantly and upgraded itself to provide agentic AI and AI-based automation solutions for document automation. The product has matured considerably over time. We can create workflows that can call an API. We can include prompts in particular workflows for ChatGPT-related functions, connecting to an LLM and RAG to perform tasks. For document automation, modern features are available to train documents, ensuring high accuracy and repeatability over time. The system is very easy to use. I recently completed a course in document automation, typically designed for people involved in coding and technical aspects. Though I understand coding comprehensively, I don't do actual coding. The course was very accessible. Currently, extensive coding isn't necessary due to the hybrid model incorporating GenAI aspects, low-code, no-code capabilities, APIs, and numerous pre-built objects in Automation Anywhere. The features include GenAI-driven prompting methods and workflow creation capabilities. In these workflows, we can create decision boxes and call APIs without coding. We simply pull objects, drop them, connect them, and add minimal coding when needed. The most crucial aspect isn't coding but rather sizing the automation and fleshing out the details. Automation Co-pilot takes notes and performs automated analysis. It can extract details from videos, summarize conversations, and provide detailed information. During calls, it identifies instructions and performs tasks such as preparing reports and reconciliation. Automation Anywhere can also connect with Microsoft Co-pilot. Through Co-pilot, real-time operations can be executed, allowing direct interaction between vendors and automation through this component.

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reviewer1458102

Regional Director at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Has raised concerns due to outdated framework and high ownership costs

Pega Robotic Process Automation is a temporary solution to a bigger issue, and the cost of implementation especially with Pega really stops customers from proceeding. The total cost of ownership could be improved. From a technical perspective, the product performs adequately. The installation can be quite complex as it's not standalone, and customers need to get the whole Pega platform up and running. The total cost of ownership is not very attractive. RPA as a concept is outdated now, with agentic AI becoming more prominent. We don't see much interest from customers in going down the RPA route; Pega Robotic Process Automation is losing its prominence in the market.

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Keerthana Jayathran

SAP BTP Developer at Wipro Limited

Offers integration of the document extraction service into SAP ALC, enabling the direct upload and extraction of details

I found that SAP Intelligent RPA can be somewhat unstable when using SAP GUI. When we upgraded from SAP GUI version 7.50 to version 7.70, we had to update our SAP Intelligent RPA screens even though the screens were the same. This was difficult and time-consuming. The one I would like to see is in context with the screens, if they are using the same SAP UI, and if it updates, it should not be changed. At least it should be able to identify the screen. There should be more of an error, like a proper error feature, in future releases. Sometimes, we don't understand why that automation is not learning what, like, where it is stuck, what the reason is, or what the criteria we are missing to add. A proper error message would be helpful.

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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

"From a manageability perspective, this solution is very good."

"What Automation Anywhere has done is free up more time for our staff, and they're able to handle exceptions in our processes instead of having to do the mundane, repetitive tasks they were doing previously."

"We have been able to take resources that have been doing manual work and putting them into more productive work."

"The tool is very easy to use and mostly user-friendly. I like that when using it I don't need much expertise."

"We have installed Automation Anywhere on AWS, Azure, and GCP, which works well."

"Once we implemented the Automation Anywhere into my company, we freed up a lot of their time, so they could work on other processes."

"It has improved a lot. We could identify a lot of manual processes that can be automated for our customers. The scope of automation by using Automation Anywhere has become wonderful. IQ Bot and AI sense are the incredible features provided."

"WLM & Device Pool, where multiple devices perform the same thing parallel and complete the tasks at the same time. The credential manager for security is one of the most valuable features for storing credentials and providing security between the developer usage and future maintenance where passwords expire every 90 days."

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"In terms of measuring efficiency gains from automating routine compliance tasks in financial services with Pega Robotic Process Automation, automation consistently yields a 25 to 30% efficiency increase."

"It is really flexible in what it can do."

"The solution is relatively stable and we find it a good product."

"Using the tool actually ends up teaching you about making workflows more efficient."

"Pega Robotic Process Automation makes it easy with metrics, robots save time, and handling customer calls became much easier."

"It was very smooth and very seamless to create automations."

"The feature I like best in Pega Robotic Process Automation is that I'm able to add external DLL section codes. I can inject the JavaScript, and I can write VB.NET, C#.NET, and DLL codes, then inject those codes into the existing process. Mainly, from a development perspective, I like that feature a lot, so if anything is not supported by Pega Robotic Process Automation, then I can build that either in JavaScript or in .NET, then use those functions within the IP."

"They are leaders in the same industry."

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"The standout features of SAP Intelligent RPA are its flexibility and integration capabilities."

"SAP Contextor has improved our organization by giving us better operational efficiency."

"It is a stable solution...It is a scalable solution."

"Most of the details are already in the help portal and SAP notes are available. It is well documented as part of the product support."

"The initial setup of SAP Contextor is easy."

"It is remarkably easy to configure and code, and it doesn't require an extensive technical background or coding expertise."

"Contextor is a good solution for a Citrix environment. It's the first with this tool. Other tools provide the same functionality, but not with the Citrix environment."

"The most valuable feature of SAP Contextor is that everyone is in one place in the program that I need."

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Cons

"The solution could improve the integration with some web applications. It was difficult to manage them."

"Automation Anywhere (AA) has a lot of stability issues. It needs a lot of maintenance."

"In my opinion, there are always areas for improvement in Automation Anywhere, and they are continuously working on enhancements."

"I am looking forward to seeing writing on Linux in the web and WorkBatch in the next release."

"However, maybe because this is a new version with a change in platform, it still has some bugs."

"From an IT perspective, we had too many issues and headaches."

"If you are not on-premise, then you will need to have Citrix automation."

"If the deployment is not right, you get the frustration, not the automation."

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"Pega Robotic Process Automation using OpenSpan has a very low adoption because it does not provide the flexibility that UiPath or Automation Anywhere offers, which includes more benefits such as the bot manager."

"What I don't like that much in Pega Robotic Process Automation is its monitoring tool because that tool is tightly connected with the platform. If the Pega team can deploy the monitoring tool separately, so that it's a separate solution altogether, then that would be good because currently, if you have to use the monitoring tool, then that means you have to use the Pega Robotic Process Automation platform. The initial setup for Pega Robotic Process Automation also needs improvement because it is complex. The only additional feature I'd like to see in the solution is for the monitoring tool to be a stand-alone rather than being tightly coupled with the Pega platform. Looking at the current features of Pega Robotic Process Automation concerning application automation, it covers most of my needs currently."

"I would like to improve the tool's integration features and stability."

"You cannot use a two-dimensional array to read the data."

"Pega Robotic Process Automation can improve the OCR area. They don't have a powerful OCR engine to read documents or files like other tools."

"Pega's main drawback was that you have to go and install their platform and their platform is meant to be their main selling point with robotics just a small part of what they do."

"There is no two-dimensional lookup table implemented."

"In this modern world, in this automation space, if Pega could provide more options that are user-friendly and provide a way to quickly develop an automation solution that is drag-and-drop with a minimal coding approach, then it would be great for automation."

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"One way SAP Intelligent RPA could improve is by integrating built-in DI services for document processing."

"The initial setup is of medium complexity. It is neither too hard nor too simple. You need some background in SAP and an understanding of it."

"SAP Contextor could improve by automating some processes."

"I would like to see a better capacity for unstructured data, for example, PDF, or text within images."

"There should be more of an error, like a proper error feature, in future releases. Sometimes, we don't understand why that automation is not learning what, like, where it is stuck, or what is the reason like, or what is the criteria we are missing to add. So a proper error message would be helpful."

"I found that the SAP scripting of a program is easier than SAP Contextor."

"The tool's licensing has been kind of a challenge...At the moment, the tool does not offer different licensing models to users."

"The support is expensive."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"If I compare it with Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere is cheaper. Blue Prism is very costly. Automation Anywhere's pricing follows the market, not less and not more."

"They're very flexible around pricing and licensing."

"Yearly, our licensing costs are about $90,000 to $100,000. There will be additional licensing costs when we add more Bot Runners to our infrastructure."

"We're just starting to renew our license, and we were quoted $115,000 without the IQ Bot. The IQ Bot is another $30,000. This is with very limited pages, as we go through our first projects. The majority of the cost was for ten days of onsite training."

"We have purchased licenses, but are trying to obtain more bot programmer licenses."

"Annual licensing costs would be about $100,000."

"AA comes at a more affordable price than the other tools."

"Despite being less expensive than UiPath, Automation Anywhere remains cost-prohibitive for many small and medium-sized businesses."

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"In terms of Pega Robotic Process Automation pricing, I would rate it a five out of five because the solution has a good price. Pricing is not very high, though I'm unsure of the exact cost, based on my experience, the price for Pega Robotic Process Automation is less than Blue Prism because I worked with a few clients that have both solutions and my clients prefer Pega Robotic Process Automation over Blue Prism particularly because of the licensing costs."

"Pega is as competitive as the basic players such as UiPath or Automation Anywhere. UiPath is the most expensive, but Pega is at par with Automation Anywhere."

"Pega is pretty costly."

"I was not involved in licensing and pricing, but it is worth the cost."

"I would rate the product's pricing a nine out of ten."

"The licensing cost is too high."

"Pega Robotic Process Automation is an expensive solution."

"The initial cost might seem higher, but over time, with continued use over five or ten years, the cost tends to decrease, making it a more economical choice."

"It all comes with a bundle right now. Having advanced features, it is competitively priced."

"The pricing is not that expensive. It is manageable."

"This is not a tool or software with a license as others are. The SaaS model is based on the usage of the tool."

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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company

14%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

14%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Construction Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Small Business	162
Midsize Enterprise	86
Large Enterprise	565

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Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	17

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Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	4

Questions from the Community

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is ver...

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From my experience using AA tool, it depends on the applications that you want to automate, because there some applic...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.

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What needs improvement with Pega Robotic Process Automation?

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Also Known As

Automation Anywhere, Testing Anywhere, Automation Anywhere Enterprise, Agentic Process Automation System (Now Certified for WorkSpaces)

Pega RPA, OpenSpan

SAP Contextor, Contextor

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Overview

Automation Anywhere offers ease of use, robust system connectivity, and GenAI-driven document automation through a cloud-native platform, significantly enhancing productivity across multiple industries with advanced AI features.

Delivering a comprehensive suite of tools designed for easy integration and rapid deployment, Automation Anywhere drives efficiency by reducing costs and automating repetitive tasks. Its cloud-native platform supports broad industry adoption, including advanced AI features like process automation and Co-Pilot, streamlining complex workflows with minimal technical skills required. Users benefit from robust integration capabilities, which facilitate seamless interaction with multiple systems. However, there is room for improvement in areas such as user-friendliness for beginners, stability, flexible licensing, and enhanced OCR functionality. Organizations in sectors such as banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare gain from the improved operational efficiency and ROI Automation Anywhere offers.

What are the important features of Automation Anywhere?

Ease of Use: Simplifies automation tasks with a user-centric interface.
Robust Connectivity: Provides seamless integration with multiple systems.
GenAI-Driven Document Automation: Leverages AI to automate document management.
Process Automation & Co-Pilot: Enhances workflow automation with advanced AI.
Cloud-Native Platform: Enables rapid deployment and integration.

What benefits should be evaluated in reviews?

Time Savings: Automation drastically reduces manual processing time.
Cost Efficiency: Decreases overall operational costs by automating tasks.
Productivity Enhancement: Streamlines workflows with AI-driven tools.
Improved Integration: Enhances ability to work with multiple systems.
Scalability: Supports growth with a flexible cloud-native architecture.

In the insurance industry, Automation Anywhere is utilized for automating processes such as enrollment management and compliance checks. Its applications extend to supply chain management, financial transactions, and business performance monitoring across sectors like banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare, helping organizations to automate routine tasks, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

Automation Anywhere

Pega Robotic Process Automation offers advanced UI capabilities, seamless CRM integration, and a centralized management system, enhancing efficiency with low-code options and cross-platform integration. Its centralized dashboards, scalability, and technical support provide strong foundations for diverse applications.

Pega Robotic Process Automation empowers businesses with its robust workflow systems, allowing seamless integration with CRM platforms and enhancing user experience through low-code/no-code development options. The platform's ability to automate data entry and create rapid adapters boosts functionality, ensuring enterprises can meet diverse demands efficiently. Highly valued for its centralized management and stability, Pega also provides insights into agent performance through Workforce Intelligence. It caters to both attended and unattended bots, significantly eliminating manual steps. Despite its advantages, there is room for improved OCR accuracy, user interface enhancement, cloud service expansion in regions like the Middle East and India, and simplified development tools. Addressing these could help keep pace with industry standards.

What are the key features of Pega Robotic Process Automation?

Advanced UI Capabilities: Offers a user-friendly environment for efficient task management.
CRM Integration: Seamless interaction with CRM systems enhances customer engagement.
Centralized Management: Simplifies overseeing bot operations and workflows.
Low-Code/No-Code Development: Enables fast deployment without extensive coding knowledge.
Workforce Intelligence: Provides insights into employee productivity and performance.

What benefits and ROI can users expect from Pega?

Scalability: Facilitates growth by adapting to expanding business needs.
Stability: Reliable platform ensures smooth operations without disruptions.
Technical Support: Comprehensive support services to resolve user queries.
Improved Efficiency: Automates repetitive tasks, reducing manual effort significantly.

Pega Robotic Process Automation finds applications across telecom, banking, insurance, and aviation sectors for operations like fraud detection, compliance checks, and task management. It boosts efficiency in activities such as dual data entry, customer data integration, and process mining. Its adaptability allows for HR and financial workflow automation, integration with mainframe systems, and development of mobile applications.

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SAP Intelligent RPA offers flexible automation with capabilities to manage attended and unattended tasks, seamlessly integrating with systems like CRM and providing robust scheduling solutions. Its ease of use in document extraction and web automation makes it adaptable for a variety of needs.

This platform is ideal for automating SAP-centric processes by improving efficiency in sectors such as accounting, procurement, and sales. It efficiently handles attended and unattended automation, streamlining actions in retail and wholesale sectors. Many companies utilize SAP Intelligent RPA to automate repetitive tasks such as sales order creation, enhancing the low-code capabilities within SAP environments. It's particularly beneficial in transactional operations and process mining insights.

What are the key features of SAP Intelligent RPA?

Seamless Integration: Connects effortlessly with systems like CRM for improved process automation.
Flexible Task Management: Supports both attended and unattended automation.
Orchestration and Job Factory: Simplifies scheduling and task management.
Document Extraction: Offers user-friendly tools for efficient data handling.
Web Automation: Enhances ease of use for online task execution.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Ease of Use: Minimal technical setup and adaptable process integration.
Language Support: Includes languages like Python for custom script creation.
Data Connectivity: Effective in connecting data across multiple systems.
Efficient Low-Code Environment: Reduces development time with easy-to-use tools.

SAP Intelligent RPA is primarily implemented to optimize SAP-centric processes, enhancing operational efficiency in industries like retail and wholesale. Companies automate tasks like sales order creation and material master creation with ease, benefiting from increased process efficiency within SAP environments and better handling of transactional operations.

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Sample Customers

Google, Linkedin, Cisco, Juniper Networks, DellEMC, Comcast, Mastercard, Quest Diagnostics

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