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Read 5 Helix Core reviews
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Read 6 IBM Rational ClearCase reviews
664 views|472 comparisons
66% willing to recommend
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Helix Core vs. IBM Rational ClearCase
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We performed a comparison between Helix Core and IBM Rational ClearCase based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Software Configuration Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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We moved all our collaborative storage into the solution’s servers.
Anonymous User
Researched Helix Core but chose IBM Rational ClearCase: I appreciate the MultiSite feature.
For years, it was the only solution for a global organization.
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  • "This is a very expensive product."
  • "IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive."

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    What do you like most about IBM Rational ClearCase?
    Top Answer:The tool had features similar to Git for version control. It offered branching and merging capabilities, providing better control over code management. Integration was possible with other tools… more »
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    Top Answer:IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive.
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    Top Answer:The solution's UI is slow compared to other tools. It is an old tool.
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    Ranking
    12th
    out of 14 in Software Configuration Management
    Views
    87
    Comparisons
    80
    Reviews
    0
    Average Words per Review
    0
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    4th
    out of 14 in Software Configuration Management
    Views
    664
    Comparisons
    472
    Reviews
    1
    Average Words per Review
    197
    Rating
    6.0
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    Overview

    Perforce, the Fast Software Configuration Management System, is a tool that versions and manages source code and digital assets for enterprises. Perforce is easy to install, learn and administer; seamlessly handles distributed development; and supports developers across a large number of platforms. Perforce ensures development integrity by grouping multi-file updates into atomic changes, enables concurrent development, and intelligently manages multiple software releases using its Inter-File Branching system.

    IBM Rational ClearCase is an enterprise-grade configuration management system that provides controlled access to software assets, including requirements, design documents, models, test plans and test results. It be can be integrated with other IBM solutions, including IBM Rational Team Concert, IBM Rational ClearQuest, IBM Rational Asset Manager and IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software.

    Sample Customers
    Intuit, Disney, Nvidia, Ubisoft, Samsung, Vmware, Adidas, Pixar, salesforce.com, EA
    Atos SE, FEI, STM
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Real Estate/Law Firm9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Manufacturing Company23%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Government7%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise62%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business12%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise76%
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    Helix Core is ranked 12th in Software Configuration Management while IBM Rational ClearCase is ranked 4th in Software Configuration Management with 6 reviews. Helix Core is rated 8.4, while IBM Rational ClearCase is rated 6.4. The top reviewer of Helix Core writes "We moved all our collaborative storage into the solution’s servers. ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of IBM Rational ClearCase writes "Useful for version control but UI is slow ". Helix Core is most compared with Git and Surround SCM, whereas IBM Rational ClearCase is most compared with Git, GitHub, Bitbucket, IBM Rational ClearQuest and Apache Subversion. See our Helix Core vs. IBM Rational ClearCase report.

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