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We performed a comparison between IIS and Oracle WebLogic Server based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Application Server solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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Pros
"The tool shows us the operating systems where our servers and applications are running.""All the features of Microsoft IIS are valuable.""IIS is easy to configure in terms of websites and other solutions.""The solution is very simple to use and easy to deploy.""The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is easy to use and easy to understand.""The solution has been reliable.""The product is flexible.""IIS is useful for the deployment of web applications...Its stability is good."

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"What I like best about Oracle WebLogic Server is its integration with other software.""The only difference is that Weblogic is lighter and consumes less memory.""I recommend the product because the installation is easy, it provides a secure environment, and it's easy to manage. The solution provides easy monitoring. Accessing all the logs is easy, and deploying application versions is smooth.""Oracle WebLogic Server is more secure and has full functionalities that can be used for big applications.""Another valuable feature is the ability to automate tasks through scripts, making our environment highly efficient.""Oracle WebLogic Server has a bunch of ready features that are easy to use and understand.""One of the good features of Oracle WebLogic Server was the ability to add some custom parameters to its deployment and performance.""The possibility of having several servers running, so we do not lose the service."

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Cons
"There is an issue with the network. The tool's price is also high.""It lacks a few performance improvement tools.""IIS could improve the error logging. There are times we are not able to see the errors. More details would be helpful. Additionally, the configuring of the IIS should be allowed through coding instead of the classic view.""The platform's stability could be better.""IIS needs to improve its security. Its support needs to be faster and clear. The tool's licensing could be cheaper as well.""Performance-wise, certain improvements in IIS are needed...IIS is not scalable. Its scalability is less.""The initial setup could be made easier.""IIS could improve by Microsoft Windows improving the update services. We would like to be able to update all systems that are connected. The WSA service has to be in good order to accomplish this."

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"In the future, I would like to see better support for the REST interface.""Licensing fees need improvement.""Its pricing should be better. We are analyzing other options, such as JBoss, because of the cost of WebLogic.""I can't point to anything missing.""The administration is hard, and it is more complex to use than others.""There's a bug related to the managed services.""The cost could always be lower.""Managing and monitoring the WebLogic server environment has been challenging because most monitoring tools don't support it."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It is licensed with your Windows installation which makes it relatively cheap if you already have a Windows Server sitting around."
  • "This solution comes included with Windows Server."
  • "The price of the cloud system is a bit high."
  • "The price of Windows Server IIS is expensive. They have a large user base, and they charge a little bit too much."
  • "We purchased a Microsoft Windows license and the license for IIS came in the package."
  • "I think it's part of the Windows Server, so you won't have any other costs to add in order to use the IIS service."
  • "I was using the trial version of IIS inside my virtual machines."
  • "I give the price of the solution a five out of ten."
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  • "The licensing fees are annual and depend on the model."
  • "In our country, this is an expensive product."
  • "It is expensive."
  • "Fees are paid on a yearly basis."
  • "I would not compare WebSphere and WebLogic because both servers are really good. The only difference is that Weblogic is lighter and consumes less memory."
  • "Pricing for Oracle WebLogic Server is expensive."
  • "The solution's licensing is high-priced."
  • "The tool's pricing is yearly."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:IIS is a flexible, secure, and manageable web server to host anything on the web. IIS’s scalable and open architecture can handle the most demanding tasks. From media streaming to web applications… more »
    Top Answer:The product is cost-effective. We do not have to buy it. The tool is included with Windows. We license the Windows environment on a monthly basis. It is expensive. Sometimes, it is cheaper to run… more »
    Top Answer:Another valuable feature is the ability to automate tasks through scripts, making our environment highly efficient.
    Top Answer:Identifying threats, especially when using Oracle WebLogic with connection pooling on an Oracle database, can be somewhat confusing. Having clearer mechanisms to directly map a database-level… more »
    Top Answer:We use it for developing, deploying, and managing enterprise-level Java-based applications.
    Ranking
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    out of 20 in Application Server
    Views
    2,461
    Comparisons
    1,945
    Reviews
    34
    Average Words per Review
    301
    Rating
    8.1
    1st
    out of 20 in Application Server
    Views
    8,361
    Comparisons
    7,375
    Reviews
    13
    Average Words per Review
    449
    Rating
    8.2
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    Windows Server IIS
    WebLogic Application Server
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    Overview
    Internet Information Services (IIS) provides a secure, easy-to-manage, modular and extensible platform for reliably hosting websites, services and applications. With IIS, you get choice and control without giving up reliability or security.

    Oracle WebLogic Server 12c, the world’s first cloud-native, enterprise Java platform enables you to fully realize the benefits of cloud computing. Unique multitenancy capability drives massive consolidation. Lightweight microcontainer architecture drives application isolation and 100 percent portability between your private and public cloud. Multi data center high availability architecture protects against application disruption. Developer innovations with full Java EE 7 and Java SE8 support maximize DevOps productivity. Additionally, you continue to have access to the same platform on premises and in the cloud, via Oracle Java Cloud Service, which is based on Oracle WebLogic Server.

    For more information on Oracle Weblogic Server, visit Oracle.com

    Sample Customers
    Erste Bank Group, NJVC, Samsung Electronics, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts, Tata Steel Europe, Urban Software Institute
    Colab Consulting Pty. Ltd., Infosys Ltd., Sascar, Banca Transilvania, UL, Center for Railway Information Systems, SPAR Austria Group, Reliance Commercial Finance, Industrial Bank of Korea, Al Jaber Group, Safe Water Kenya, Chhattisgarh Infotech and Biotech Promotion Society
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Comms Service Provider14%
    Transportation Company11%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm39%
    Government17%
    Energy/Utilities Company11%
    Media Company6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm20%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Government11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise63%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business41%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise41%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business16%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise70%
    Buyer's Guide
    IIS vs. Oracle WebLogic Server
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about IIS vs. Oracle WebLogic Server and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    767,667 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    IIS is ranked 4th in Application Server with 53 reviews while Oracle WebLogic Server is ranked 1st in Application Server with 31 reviews. IIS is rated 8.0, while Oracle WebLogic Server is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of IIS writes " A simple and easy-to-use solution but not recommended for public apps". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Oracle WebLogic Server writes "Robust Java EE application server capabilities providing excellent stability and management features, but it comes with a potential downside of high licensing costs and a steeper learning curve". IIS is most compared with NGINX Plus, Apache Web Server, Tomcat, JBoss and Microsoft .NET Framework, whereas Oracle WebLogic Server is most compared with Tomcat, JBoss, Oracle Application Server, Oracle Fusion Middleware and Oracle GlassFish. See our IIS vs. Oracle WebLogic Server report.

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