AWS Data Pipeline [EOL] vs Fivetran comparison

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AWS Data Pipeline [EOL]

Average Rating

8.0

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Fivetran

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

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Data Integration (13th), Data Replication (3rd), Cloud Data Integration (9th)

Featured Reviews

BarathwajRamamoorthy

Senior Director Data Architecture at Managed Markets Insight & Technology, LLC

A tool with great orchestration and development capabilities but needs to improve its user-defined functions

In the tool, parallel processing is an area that is contingent, in the sense that you have to be watchful for the cap that you have in terms of computing behind AWS Data Pipeline. You need to always watch for some reason. I am capped with 200 nodes, and if I get to use more than 200 nodes, the AWS Data Pipeline will fail. AWS doesn't state that I have almost gone beyond my limits, and it is allowing me now to go beyond the set limits if I talk to a representative and figure it out. Such aforementioned warnings are not let out by AWS, and they end up failing the nodes if I go beyond the set cap limits.

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Hafiz Usman

Team Lead Data Engineer at Data Pilot

Has accelerated data integration workflows and supports seamless development of custom connectors

I've worked extensively with Fivetran, mainly used for extraction purposes, and I've worked with the transformation element in it as well. Fivetran not only has built-in connectors but also provides SDK connectors, allowing us to develop our own connectors in an easy manner. I don't have to write raw Python scripts or dumping scripts; it offers straightforward examples and guidelines, making it much simpler to develop custom connectors inside Fivetran. We've been able to develop many custom connectors as well, which is unique and beneficial for having everything centralized instead of having those connectors located elsewhere. One of the best features by Fivetran is its clean, simple, and intuitive UI. It includes a transformation section where I can deploy my DBT queries and scripts. It also supplies good tracking capabilities for billing estimates and user permissions, allowing for customization to the desired level. The number of connectors it has remains a standout feature, and within connectors, the options available are very helpful. Although it sometimes appears static due to its built-in nature, it offers good flexibility for data transformation and caching, which I appreciate because it saves us extensive script-writing time.

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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"It is a stable solution...It is a scalable solution."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is that orchestration and development capabilities are easier with the tool."

"The general data ingestion is valuable. It's used for a lot of data. It provides about 90% of the data we use in our data warehouse without needing data engineering."

"The solution is stable, and we've never faced any stability issues."

"HVR Software's most valuable features are that it's simple to use and allows us to use the command line to quickly complete the entire universal replicative setup."

"The most valuable feature of Fivetran so far is the data replication; the real-time data replication is what I see best in the market where it reduces the overhead of customers needing to maintain the pipeline."

"Its arrays are powerful enough to handle migrations even when the replication is happening in the background, without causing any trouble with the ongoing traffic."

"Fivetran is remarkably easy to use; I haven't encountered any other data integration tool that is as user-friendly."

"The most valuable feature of Fivetran is that it only synchronizes what needs to be synchronized."

"Making the decision to implement Fivetran was supported by the fact that they have better connectors than other competitors."

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Cons

"The user-defined functions have shortcomings in AWS Data Pipeline."

"It's almost semi-automatic because you must review and approve code push, which works well. Still, we had many problems getting there during the deployment process, but we got there."

"More connectors are needed for exotic, popular, and rising star portals."

"There is not a lot of options to customize the pipeline, and the cost is high."

"Some of the pain points we're looking at are trying to integrate some of the items in the Microsoft stack, so SharePoint and Excel, and then some of the newer Azure services."

"The interface needs to be more user-friendly."

"It should have a few more monitoring functionalities."

"The solution is very expensive. I would like to have a better integration of the solution with Azure."

"HVR Software's technical support could be improved. Whenever we log a case, the response that we get from the support is a bit delayed."

"I would like to see an improvement in the support offered by Fivetran."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The way we use it, I think it is fair as we're getting a good value for money compared to having a server or some other data pipeline."

"I rate the pricing between six to eight on a scale from one to ten, where one is low price, and ten is high price."

"When you have a lot of workflows and complex use cases, pricing goes down as you use it more."

"I would say they're a little bit on the expensive side, and their contract process is not particularly good, but there is a lot of potential flexibility."

"I've heard that the license for HVR is a bit costly compared to its competitors, but since it's reliable and efficient, I think the customer shouldn't be bothered about the cost."

"The product is reasonably expensive"

"I don't have the exact information, but I know it is high, and it is on a yearly basis. There is no additional cost for what we're doing. We're always open to doing things cheaper, so we might potentially implement a different solution."

"Fivetran is very expensive, and its database-driven pricing model is outdated."

"I can't give exact amounts because that's based on usage, but it's more expensive than some of its competitors."

"The solution is affordable."

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What's the deal with the HVR software acquisition?

As a user of HVR Software I followed this deal closely. Fivetran is apparently trying to establish more in its sector and by buying an already established data replication software, they become som...

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Overview

AWS Data Pipeline is a web service that helps you reliably process and move data between different AWS compute and storage services, as well as on-premises data sources, at specified intervals. ... AWS Data Pipeline also allows you to move and process data that was previously locked up in on-premises data silos.

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Fivetran offers a seamless, scalable data integration platform with strong connectors and real-time synchronization. Tailored for managing ETL workflows and integrating with DBT, it appeals to organizations seeking efficient data management.

Fivetran distinguishes itself through its intuitive interface and extensive scalability, allowing businesses to manage entire ETL workflows seamlessly. Its robust connectors ensure smooth integration with multiple data sources, while transparent logging and minimal coding requirements enhance accessibility. With real-time data synchronization, organizations benefit from up-to-date insights for analytics and engineering purposes. While some users point out areas for improvement like better documentation and expanded integration options, Fivetran remains a cherished tool for centralizing data in data warehouses such as supporting change data capture, migrations, and synchronizations from systems like Salesforce, NetSuite, and Google Analytics. Operating within an ELT framework, it empowers businesses to streamline data processes without complex extraction logic.

What are the key features of Fivetran?

Ease of Use: Intuitive platform minimizing setup complexity
Scalability: Adapt to growing data needs efficiently
Powerful Connectors: Seamless integration with diverse data sources
Real-Time Synchronization: Instant data updates supporting timely insights
DBT Integration: Simplifies transformations within ETL workflows
Transparent Logging: Provides clear visibility into operations

Which benefits can users expect in reviews?

Cost-Effective Scalability: Manage increased data without significant financial impact
Minimal Coding: Reduces technical barriers enhancing accessibility
Comprehensive Data Management: Centralizes diverse data streams effectively
Timely Analytics: Real-time updates foster actionable insights
Streamlined Workflow Management: Efficiently handles complex ETL processes

In industry-specific implementation, Fivetran is integral for businesses requiring robust data integration to power analytics. Retailers utilize it to consolidate e-commerce data for sales insights, while finance firms rely on its capabilities to merge financial data for reporting. In the tech sector, it supports engineering teams by providing a reliable data pipeline that fuels app development and performance monitoring.

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