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We performed a comparison between HCL Domino and HCL Verse based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"The pricing is excellent.""I find the HCL Domino server scalable.""It serves as a centralized solution that fulfills all my requirements from operating my email server to managing various aspects of my operations.""This solution can be used for workflow application so that applications can be easily developed.""We have been able to set up a portal using a special XPage application that gives our customers access to this system.""I like that HCL Domino is stable. It's a great product. I also like that HCL Domino is a mature product under IBM, which is why many companies use it.""We can scale it if we want to.""The most valuable features of the solution are security and integration."

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"The most valuable feature is the mail server.""HCL Verse has a nice interface and it is a practical email solution. There are a diverse set of features, such as the search bar on top of the screens."

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Cons
"Designing a new template could provide a refreshed visual experience for users without significant changes to the underlying functionality.""It would be advantageous if the web server could seamlessly pick up configuration changes without the need for a complete restart.""HCL Domino could improve by having integration with other solutions, such as Microsoft 365.""Recently, IBM sold the product to HCL. Since Pakistan and India have some problems on a domestic level, we were actually considering replacing it with Indian products from the organization. We're just facing some regulatory issues.""An area for improvement in HCL Domino is security. New enhancements in the IT industry mean that security should be improved. The HCL Domino GUI also needs improvement.""The client version of this solution could be faster and be made simpler for non-IT users. You will need to have some knowledge of Notes to correctly install this solution.""The product's user interface is one of its shortcomings since it is outdated, making it an area for improvement.""HCL Domino could have a better interface."

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"Security is very important to us, so improvements to this functionality are welcome.""The solution could improve by allowing us to use a color that we want in the editing boxes."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Price is reasonable compared to the other solutions."
  • "We're happy with the price of our license — it's pretty standard."
  • "We pay annually for the use of this solution and it is only a standard fee."
  • "We chose to pay for our licensing fees annually."
  • "Customers have to pay for a license for the Notes Client, not for the Domino database. There is a quarter license that we use."
  • "HCL Domino has reasonable pricing. It's not expensive."
  • "For 30 licenses, we pay $1,500 every year. It is not an expensive product."
  • "HCL Domino is costly, but it still depends on how your organization views it price-wise."
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  • "This is an affordable solution but the price could be improved."
  • "The price of the solution is reasonable."
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    Top Answer:The most valuable features of the solution are security and integration.
    Top Answer:My company's customers need to make monthly or yearly payments towards the license charges of the product.
    Top Answer:I expect more integration capabilities from the platform in the future. HCL Domino has made a lot of changes in its pricing and market models. The product's user interface is one of its shortcomings… more »
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    8.3
    14th
    out of 24 in Email Applications
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    Comparisons
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    Compared 7% of the time.
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    Compared 6% of the time.
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    Compared 4% of the time.
    Also Known As
    IBM Lotus Domino, Lotus Domino
    Verse, IBM Verse
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    Overview

    HCL Domino (formerly IBM Domino) is a secure, enterprise-grade, application development platform. From IT to business, HCL Domino is the only low to pro-code application development platform that allows your business to build robust applications to solve workflow and process challenges fast. HCL Domino powers businesses around the world with 15,000 customers and 10 million apps built on our platform. HCL Domino has always been a secure, rock-solid, and proven solution.

    • Low cost of ownership - minimizing administration needs through automated installations, policies and monitoring helps staff focus on higher value tasks.
    • Minimized infrastructure - reducing costs by using less power, memory, data storage, network bandwidth and servers.
    • Rich application environment - supporting workflow-driven and people-oriented applications that help a wide variety of business operations deliver enhanced results.
    • Security-rich - helping protect your critical business assets. You can control information access, protect information and guarantee document authenticity.
    • High availability - featuring advanced clustering, replication, server fault recovery and automated diagnostic tools.

    IBM Verse is a powerful email hosting solution that enables users to access their business communications from a laptop or desktop browser or from a mobile device. This email and business messaging experience is based on an innovative user-centric design, including social analytics and advanced search capabilities. IBM Verse helps users quickly find and focus on what content is most important, empowering them to build stronger working relationships while optimizing business results.

    Sample Customers
    A1 Telekom, Acubiz, Afrisam, E. A. Juffali & Brothers, Fiducia & GAD, and Pakistan State Oil
    Canon Marketing Japan Inc., Australian Trade Commission, BTC, Havas, Canal Barge Co.Inc., RAVInvest, Elemental Path, WDR mediagroup
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company27%
    Financial Services Firm18%
    Transportation Company9%
    Insurance Company9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Government10%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Government16%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business75%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise59%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise66%
    Buyer's Guide
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    HCL Domino is ranked 17th in Rapid Application Development Software with 17 reviews while HCL Verse is ranked 14th in Email Applications. HCL Domino is rated 8.0, while HCL Verse is rated 9.0. The top reviewer of HCL Domino writes "A stable and versatile enterprise solution consolidating various functions like email, collaboration, and application development in a user-friendly manner". On the other hand, the top reviewer of HCL Verse writes "Stable, scalable, and good interface". HCL Domino is most compared with Microsoft Exchange, HCL Notes, Microsoft Power Apps, Zimbra Collaboration and Microsoft Azure App Service, whereas HCL Verse is most compared with HCL Notes, Office 365, Huddle, Hub and Microsoft Exchange.

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