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We performed a comparison between Azure Data Factory and Mule Anypoint Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Integration solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Azure Data Factory vs. Mule Anypoint Platform Report (Updated: May 2023).
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Pros
"The solution has a good interface and the integration with GitHub is very useful.""We use the solution to move data from on-premises to the cloud.""It has built-in connectors for more than 100 sources and onboarding data from many different sources to the cloud environment.""The data copy template is a valuable feature.""It is beneficial that the solution is written with Spark as the back end.""An excellent tool for pipeline orchestration.""It is easy to integrate.""The solution includes a feature that increases the number of processors used which makes it very powerful and adds to the scalability."

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"The tool's visual features are attractive.""The most valuable features for us are flexibility, all the features related to connectivity with multiple connectors to the business, and the flexibility of on-premises and cloud deployments.""I have found several things most valuable, including its very quick implementation that you can use a lot of out of the box templates, and lastly that it is a very mature product, especially in hybrid integration.""Mule works very well with Salesforce and CRMs.""The most valuable feature is the variety of characters Anypoint Platform has. It is very scalable and customizable.""Overall, it is a pretty good product. It is also very scalable.""It is very easy to use for building connectors. It comes with a lot of connectors. For example, it has different adapters for NetSuite, which are very easy to use. It also has Salesforce connectors. The object store feature is also really easy to use. Mule Anypoint Platform is also good in terms of performance and how it is managed behind the scenes.""The most valuable features of the Mule Anypoint Platform are the Flex Gateway, API management, easy-to-use, and connectors. Additionally, they are coming out with improvements to the solution when required."

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Cons
"There are limitations when processing more than one GD file.""Snowflake connectivity was recently added and if the vendor provided some videos on how to create data then that would be helpful.""I rate Azure Data Factory six out of 10 for stability. ADF is stable now, but we had problems recently with indexing on an SQL database. It's slow when dealing with a huge volume of data. It depends on whether the database is configured as general purpose or hyperscale.""My only problem is the seamless connectivity with various other databases, for example, SAP.""On the UI side, they could make it a little more intuitive in terms of how to add the radius components. Somebody who has been working with tools like Informatica or DataStage gets very used to how the UI looks and feels.""We have experienced some issues with the integration. This is an area that needs improvement.""Lacks in-built streaming data processing.""Azure Data Factory's pricing in terms of utilization could be improved."

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"The inclusion of GenAI in the tool can be good since it is an area that is currently unavailable in the solution.""The high price of the product is an area of concern where improvements are required.""Although the solution's proxy design and process are good, it faces connecting issues because it lacks data integration.""The cost of the product is an area of concern where improvements are required, especially when compared to other tools, like Dell Boomi or Oracle.""Adding connectors for new upcoming applications would add extra value to this product.""Lacks intelligent management data and intelligent mappings.""In order to set up a storefront, we currently rely on a third-party solution. It would greatly enhance our operations if this feature was integrated into their existing solution.""The runtime management and connectors could use some work and are vulnerable to breakage after upgrades."

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  • "In terms of licensing costs, we pay somewhere around S14,000 USD per month. There are some additional costs. For example, we would have to subscribe to some additional computing and for elasticity, but they are minimal."
  • "This is a cost-effective solution."
  • "The price you pay is determined by how much you use it."
  • "Understanding the pricing model for Data Factory is quite complex."
  • "I would not say that this product is overly expensive."
  • "The licensing is a pay-as-you-go model, where you pay for what you consume."
  • "Our licensing fees are approximately 15,000 ($150 USD) per month."
  • "The licensing cost is included in the Synapse."
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  • "Licensing can be complex as is the case with most iPaaS/cloud offerings."
  • "Mule is not the cheapest integration platform out there, but it deserves the price we are paying."
  • "The product comes complete at one set price including support."
  • "The licensing is core-based. My customers tell me that it's very expensive compared to the cost of other integration suites."
  • "Mule Anypoint Platform pricing is slightly higher compared to Dell Boomi."
  • "The solution is the priciest in the market which is an issue for some clients."
  • "The pricing of our solution is highly competitive. While it may not be categorized as exceptionally low, it is certainly more affordable compared to IBM."
  • "The product is still very expensive."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:AWS Glue and Azure Data factory for ELT best performance cloud services.
    Top Answer:Azure Data Factory is flexible, modular, and works well. In terms of cost, it is not too pricey. It offers the stability and reliability I am looking for, good scalability, and is easy to set up and… more »
    Top Answer:Azure Data Factory is a solid product offering many transformation functions; It has pre-load and post-load transformations, allowing users to apply transformations either in code by using Power… more »
    Top Answer:I architected solutions using Oracle SOA/OSB, Spring Boot, MuleSoft Anypoint Platform on cloud / on-premises and hybrid modes What I see is though if you are an enterprise and have enough money then… more »
    Top Answer:Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether TIBCO BusinessWorks or Mule Anypoint platform integration and connectivity software was the better fit for us. We decided to go with Mule… more »
    Top Answer: This is a very flexible solution that comes with multiple uses. My organization mostly uses Mule Anypoint Platform for API management, as it lets us build new APIs easily and design new interfaces… more »
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    Overview

    Azure Data Factory efficiently manages and integrates data from various sources, enabling seamless movement and transformation across platforms. Its valuable features include seamless integration with Azure services, handling large data volumes, flexible transformation, user-friendly interface, extensive connectors, and scalability. Users have experienced improved team performance, workflow simplification, enhanced collaboration, streamlined processes, and boosted productivity.

    Mule Anypoint Platform is a high-ranking solution that creates a communication layer between disparate systems to eliminate integration problems. The product retrieves and stores data streams from any source type, device, or application, both in the cloud and locally. Mule Anypoint Platform solves the most challenging connectivity problems across Software as a Service (SaaS), service-oriented architecture (SOA), and application programming interfaces (APIs) through connectivity, control, and composability. The unified hybrid integration platform achieves this by creating an application network of data, apps, and devices with API-led connectivity.

    The solution consists of a set of out-of-the-box connectors that work on any type of system and offers a configuration with low coding effort while minimizing the cost and constraints of hard point-to-point connections. The use cases of Mule Anypoint Platform include:

    • Utilizing APIs for application delivery: Specialists can use Mule Anypoint Platform to jumpstart application development and take advantage of pre-built assets or utilize APIs built anywhere using their CI/CD pipelines. Companies can build APIs from scratch in diverse protocols and test them with built-in support for Maven and Jenkins.

    • Flexible deployment: Mule Anypoint Platform can be used in any architecture or environment. The product offers its users flexibility and freedom to select between using MuleSoft's fully managed infrastructure or deployment in popular cloud providers like Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

    • Data protection: The product offers high levels of security and compliance with various standards and policies. It can be utilized by companies for protecting data, microservices, APIs, and integrations without development overheads.

    • API and service management and monitoring: The product offers an all-in-one platform for users to manage, secure, and scale their APIs as well as troubleshoot and diagnose in real time to detect underlying issues.

    • Custom marketplace building: Mule Anypoint Platform can be used to facilitate the creation of custom marketplaces for customers, partners, and employees. The product offers pre-built APIs, templates, connectors, accelerators, and other integrations for this purpose.

    Mule Anypoint Platform Features

    Mule Anypoint Platform consists of features for APIs and integrations that are separated into three categories: API management, integration, and deployment and monitoring. These features include:

    • Anypoint Flex Gateway: This feature is designed to manage and secure APIs running across any environment.

    • Anypoint API Governance: This feature ensures consistent API security and quality with self-service tools.

    • Anypoint API Designer: API Designer offers a visual or code-based guided process for designing, documenting, and testing APIs in any language.

    • Anypoint Studio: Through this feature, users can accelerate implementation with prebuilt modules for common integration requirements.

    • Anypoint Connectors: This capacity of the solution allows system integration using a web interface or a desktop-integrated development environment (IDE).

    • Anypoint Code Builder: This is a new feature of the product that is made for developers to design, develop, and deploy APIs, integrations, and automations from a single environment, utilizing an innovative IDE.

    • Anypoint Monitoring: Through this feature, users can monitor in real time their integrations, APIs, and microservices all in one place.

    • Anypoint Runtime Fabric: This is a container service that brings cloud benefits to on-premises deployments both in data centers and on a private cloud.

    • CloudHub: This is the Platform as a Service (PaaS) component of Mule Anypoint Platform.

    • Anypoint Security: This feature offers advanced defense for users' APIs and integrations.

    Mule Anypoint Platform Benefits

    Mule Anypoint Platform offers multiple benefits for companies that utilize its services. Some of the biggest advantages of the product include:

    • Mule Anypoint Platform reduces development time to deliver efficient resource management from a single platform.

    • The product improves agility with innovative architecture that adheres to customers' specific needs.

    • The solution utilizes open technologies that provide customers with reusability, modularity, and collaboration opportunities.

    • Mule Anypoint Platform comes with automated security and governance that ensures customers' data is protected at enterprise levels.

    • The product has built-in reliability, visibility, and scalability, which make operations more resilient for users.

    • The solution is constantly updated and ensures a competitive environment for users through flexible services.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Michael S., a senior enterprise architect at a tech services company, gives Mule Anypoint Platform a high rating and states that the product is constantly improving to help connect applications, data, and devices.

    A senior technical architect at a tech services company likes Mule Anypoint Platform for the good stability with an easy setup and good technical support that the product provides.

    Sample Customers
    1. Adobe 2. BMW 3. Coca-Cola 4. General Electric 5. Johnson & Johnson 6. LinkedIn 7. Mastercard 8. Nestle 9. Pfizer 10. Samsung 11. Siemens 12. Toyota 13. Unilever 14. Verizon 15. Walmart 16. Accenture 17. American Express 18. AT&T 19. Bank of America 20. Cisco 21. Deloitte 22. ExxonMobil 23. Ford 24. General Motors 25. IBM 26. JPMorgan Chase 27. Microsoft (Azure Data Factory is developed by Microsoft) 28. Oracle 29. Procter & Gamble 30. Salesforce 31. Shell 32. Visa
    VMware, Gucci, MasterCard, Target, Time Inc, Hershey's, Tesla, Spotify, Office Depot, Intuit, CBS, Amtrak, Salesforce, Gap, Ralph Lauren
    Top Industries
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    Computer Software Company34%
    Insurance Company11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Healthcare Company7%
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    Computer Software Company30%
    Recruiting/Hr Firm15%
    Healthcare Company10%
    Comms Service Provider5%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization22%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise52%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise69%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise47%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business15%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise57%
    Buyer's Guide
    Azure Data Factory vs. Mule Anypoint Platform
    May 2023
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    Azure Data Factory is ranked 1st in Data Integration with 81 reviews while Mule Anypoint Platform is ranked 2nd in Business-to-Business Middleware with 41 reviews. Azure Data Factory is rated 8.0, while Mule Anypoint Platform is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of Azure Data Factory writes "The data factory agent is quite good but pricing needs to be more transparent". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Mule Anypoint Platform writes "Robust, reliable, and stable, ensuring high availability for critical integrations". Azure Data Factory is most compared with Informatica PowerCenter, Informatica Cloud Data Integration, Alteryx Designer, Snowflake and IBM InfoSphere DataStage, whereas Mule Anypoint Platform is most compared with MuleSoft Composer, Microsoft Azure Logic Apps, SAP Process Orchestration, Oracle Integration Cloud Service and TIBCO BusinessWorks. See our Azure Data Factory vs. Mule Anypoint Platform report.

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