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We performed a comparison between IBM Informix and SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Relational Databases Tools solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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"IBM Informix benefits users with high availability and good integration capabilities.""For IoT business cases, having Informix Enterprise Edition work on edge computers, like Raspberry Pi and using Informix replication, makes complex situations simple to build and maintain.""It supports in-house-built applications in .NET and VB6""It supports multiple applications and business intelligence tools.""The scalability is very good.""The stability is incredible. I have customers with uptimes of several years.""Replication is a valuable feature and easy to use.""So far, we do not have a lot of issues. It's pretty problem-free."

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"They provide easy integration with other systems.""This is a wonderful database that is, in my opinion, underrated. Users are able to get the most out of my experience by taking advantage of its centralized environment.""The actual interface is good.""It's user-friendly, especially in the logistics field.""SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise is a good transactional database.""Provides very good integration.""I like that SAP ASE can match code and the database index to index data in the programming language. There are many other valuable features, such as the table buffer, tuning, and various control agents like dispatcher. SAP ASE can handle many different data types, including views, domains, data elements, structures, objects, and various table types that are most useful in the application. Its modularization technique is also handy."

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Cons
"I really would love to have a QT plugin.""Continue extending the SQL language for compatibility with the competition's language, including Stored Procedure Language.""The solution really doesn't add new features very often.""I experienced poor input/output (IO) performance.""In my opinion, the packages could be improved. The version I use doesn't allow for packages. I can do some general procedures, but no packages like in Oracle. So, develop separate modules in SQL language. This would be most beneficial for me.""This solution is in need of more current tools.""I would like to see backups from secondary servers.""The support team could include local engineers to establish efficient communication. It will help us speed up the escalation process."

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"Cost-wise, SAP is still expensive compared to other available products.""There could be some improvements in barcode scanning and RFID access.""SAP should refine its debugging method, and the process needs to be a little faster. It should use more Pragmas and fewer pseudocomments. I would like if SAP added more features based on advanced technologies, like artificial intelligence and voice control. The modularization and if-else techniques could also incorporate the latest technology to code and solve complex problems. The SAP Editor should be more elaborative, and it should allow many more types of statements for all uses.""User interface could be more user friendly.""Because the solution is customized. we do occasionally face unique bugs. There are always some changes that need to be made here and there.""I think that the solution needs to be positioned better within the market as it appears as though the Adaptive Server is being left out of the SAP scope.""The solution should improve view partitioning. The documentation is very confined and available only for users. Distributors also would like access to it."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The free edition can be enough to handle moderate-size implementations, but you may want a pay for edition to benefit from more functionality, such as replication."
  • "I am not aware of the licensing costs or terms."
  • "For me, it's always too expensive."
  • "The product has reasonable pricing. We purchase its yearly license."
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  • "I rate SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise's pricing a six out of ten."
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    Top Answer:It supports multiple applications and business intelligence tools.
    Top Answer:The product has reasonable pricing. We purchase its yearly license.
    Top Answer:The key areas for improvement revolve around understanding the current customer trends and demands, particularly in software and database requirements. The product's performance could be better… more »
    Top Answer:SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise is a good transactional database.
    Top Answer:I rate SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise's pricing a six out of ten.
    Top Answer:The solution should improve view partitioning. The documentation is very confined and available only for users. Distributors also would like access to it.
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    Overview

    IBM Informix is a widely used and scalable relational database management system designed to handle large amounts of data and high transaction volumes. It is known to provide exceptional performance, thanks to its Parallel Data Query Engine (PDQ) that enables parallel processing of queries and operations, significantly reducing response times for complex queries and large data sets. Additionally, Informix supports online operations like backup, restore, index maintenance, and table reorganization, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous availability.

    Informix provides robust high availability and replication features, including shared-disk clustering, remote data replication, and high-availability data replication (HDR). These features ensure data redundancy, failover protection, and disaster recovery capabilities, making it a reliable choice for mission-critical applications. Furthermore, Informix offers specialized features for data warehousing and analytics, such as in-database analytics, data compression, and parallel load capabilities, making it suitable for business intelligence (BI) and data analysis applications.

    Informix can be deployed as an embedded database, allowing it to be tightly integrated with applications and systems, reducing overhead and simplifying deployment. It includes workload management capabilities, enabling organizations to prioritize and manage different types of workloads, such as online transaction processing (OLTP) and analytical queries, ensuring efficient resource utilization and meeting service-level agreements (SLAs). Informix also provides robust security features, including role-based access control, data encryption, auditing, and compliance with industry standards like FIPS 140-2 and Common Criteria.

    SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) is a high-performance relational database management system designed for mission-critical, data-intensive environments. It provides a centralized environment for storing and managing data, with the ability to handle a wide range of data types and a modularization technique allowing easy customization. 

    SAP ASE is particularly valuable for financial operations, as it offers integrated financial features. The solution also offers various control agents and the ability to match code and database index. SAP ASE has improved daily data collection and program functionality for many organizations.

    Sample Customers
    Shaspa, Hildebrand, Kaifa, Ranhill Powertron, Federaci‹ Farmacutica (FedeFarma), Camden Council, The German Aerospace Center (DLR), Myers, Votorantim Group, Doosan Infracore, GreenIvory
    City of Buenos Aires, ASR Group, Citrix, EarlySense, Usha International Limited, Automotive Resources International (ARI), Takisada-Osaka Co. Ltd., Coelba (Grupo Neoenergia), RZD Russian Railways, National Basketball Association - NBA, TALLY
    Top Industries
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    Energy/Utilities Company22%
    Retailer11%
    Logistics Company11%
    Outsourcing Company11%
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    Educational Organization53%
    Retailer5%
    Financial Services Firm5%
    Computer Software Company5%
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    Financial Services Firm18%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Comms Service Provider7%
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    Small Business53%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise35%
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    Midsize Enterprise59%
    Large Enterprise31%
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    Small Business30%
    Large Enterprise70%
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    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise71%
    Buyer's Guide
    IBM Informix vs. SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about IBM Informix vs. SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    IBM Informix is ranked 14th in Relational Databases Tools with 16 reviews while SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise is ranked 17th in Relational Databases Tools with 10 reviews. IBM Informix is rated 8.6, while SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of IBM Informix writes "Quite stable and flexible but not very innovative". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise writes " Loaded with a lot of features but the price is a drawback ". IBM Informix is most compared with Oracle Database, SQL Server, IBM Db2 Database, MySQL and MariaDB, whereas SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise is most compared with SAP HANA, SQL Server, SAP SQL Anywhere, Oracle Database and IBM Db2 Database. See our IBM Informix vs. SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise report.

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