SAS Access vs SSIS comparison

SAS and Microsoft are both solutions in the Data Integration category. SAS is ranked #63, while Microsoft is ranked #2 with an average rating of 7.8. SAS holds a 0.4% mindshare in DI, compared to Microsoft’s 5.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of SAS users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

SAS Access

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100% willing to recommend

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80% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 19, 2024

SAS Access and SSIS compete in the data integration space. SAS Access is favored for features, while SSIS is appealing for its comprehensive and integrated capabilities.

Features: SAS Access offers strong data integration capabilities, leveraging its strength in analytics and statistical modeling. It efficiently supports connectivity with a wide range of databases. SSIS provides seamless integration within Microsoft's ecosystem, offering robust ETL operations and extensive data transformation tools. It is a preferred choice for businesses using Microsoft's suite.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SAS Access offers straightforward deployment with strong customer service support. SSIS benefits from Microsoft's extensive support network, with ample documentation and community resources. Deployment is facilitated by its integration with Windows environments, making it convenient for firms using Microsoft technologies.

Pricing and ROI: SAS Access typically incurs a higher upfront investment due to its analytical capabilities and compatibility. It offers significant ROI for companies relying on statistical work. SSIS is often more cost-effective for organizations already using SQL Server, with lower setup costs and faster ROI for those needing reliable ETL management.

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Categories and Ranking

SAS Access

Ranking in Data Integration

63rd

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SSIS

Ranking in Data Integration

2nd

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Data Integration category, the mindshare of SAS Access is 0.4%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SSIS is 5.7%, down from 7.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Integration Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
SSIS	5.7%
SAS Access	0.4%
Other	93.9%

Data Integration

Featured Reviews

Robert Heck

Co Owner at Hecht und Heck GmbH

The solution is stable, scalable, and flexible

I rate the solution eight out of ten. The number of people required to maintain the solution is dependent on the other applications running. The solution in itself does not require a lot of maintenance. The solution is flexible and I recommend it when you have more complex applications with special requirements.

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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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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The most valuable aspect of the solution is the ease of access to the data in those databases."

"The most valuable part of SAS/ACCESS is what it is made for: connecting to remote systems that are not part of your physical SAS environment."

"The most valuable feature is you have native access to the external databases."

"The product's deployment phase is easy."

"The most important features are it works well and provides self-service BI."

"We like that this solution includes a developer edition, free of charge, to allow for training."

"The most valuable feature of SSIS is that you can take data from other servers which are not MS SQL Server or Oracle."

"I like that this solution is very scalable, accommodating large datasets and various types of servers. It integrates with most common database servers and allows for customization through coding, including complex scripts. Compared to Alteryx Designer, SSIS offers more customization. Its data cleaning capabilities are highly accurate because we can run tests as data is loaded, ensuring it meets all requirements before reaching the final destination. The ability to write custom SQL and C# code within SSIS packages is its greatest feature."

"The performance is better than doing it in some alternative ways. We don't have to worry about so much manual work."

"The interface is very user-friendly."

"It's already very user-friendly and has a good dashboard."

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Cons

"I can't really recall any missing feature or general improvement that is needed. We don't really add too many new kinds of databases and therefore our needs are already met."

"The pricing model needs to be reconsidered and adjusted."

"The solution can provide access to the newer databases that come out sooner."

"The logging capabilities could be improved, particularly for error logging."

"There's no support for it at all. If you haven't undergone the qualifications, you wouldn't even know you should phone someone."

"It's difficult to refactor SSIS. It gets cumbersome to reuse the solution."

"We'd like them to develop data exploration more."

"In terms of its performance, it could be better. That could be something that would be easy and welcomed as an upgrade."

"The performance of SSIS could improve when comparing it to Oracle Database."

"Tuning using this solution requires extensive expertise to improve performance."

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

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing model is complex and is based on modular packages as well as the size of the applicable environment."

"The solution's pricing and licensing are expensive."

"The solution comes free of cost."

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

"It comes bundled with other solutions, which makes it difficult to get the price on the specific product."

"My advice is to look at what your configuration will be because most companies have their own deals with Microsoft."

"We have an enterprise license for this solution."

"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."

"If you don't want to pay a lot of money, you can go for SSIS, as its open-source version is available. When it comes to licensing, SSIS can be expensive."

"Depending on the arrangement that a certain company has with Microsoft, it may supply the permanent license that is included in the SQL server license, or it may be a time-bound license if it is a partner license or other enterprise license."

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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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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

21%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Insurance Company

10%

Government

Financial Services Firm

18%

Computer Software Company

10%

Government

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
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?

It was included in our licensing for SQL server, and our licensing for SQL server was extremely cheap, making it a very good price point for us.

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Also Known As

SAS/Access

SQL Server Integration Services

Overview

SAS/ACCESS is an out-of-the-box solution for integrating SAS and third-party databases. You can read, write and update data regardless of the database or platform. Because the data appears native to SAS, there is no need to learn Structured Query Language (SQL) or any other database-specific query languages.

SAS

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.

Microsoft

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