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Varonis Platform vs erwin Data Intelligence comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 14, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
7.3
Erwin Data Intelligence boosts efficiency, reduces costs, accelerates access, and delivers high ROI through streamlined data management and decision-making.
Sentiment score
5.4
Varonis Platform offers significant financial benefits by reducing costs and enhancing data security despite initial implementation expenses.
Compared to competitor products like Collibra, erwin Data Intelligence is more cost-effective, providing a data catalog and data lineage views without the high costs associated with governance software.
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
I have seen a return on investment mainly through time savings and improved security for sensitive data, making it a valuable investment.
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
I definitely say that we have had time savings by using the DataVantage module and also time savings using the AD module when we are dealing with different incidents.
cybersecurity architect at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
8.8
Erwin Data Intelligence support is efficient with expert teams, praised for responsiveness, despite occasional delays and excessive emails.
Sentiment score
7.6
Varonis Platform's customer service is praised for responsiveness, expertise, yet some report resolution delays despite overall high satisfaction.
Quest technical support is very good, as they provide not only a technical help desk but also a data automation team that creates and customizes smart connectors, offering a wealth of skilled support.
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
I would rate the customer support for Varonis Platform at nine out of ten.
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
They respond quickly to anything we need, which is not common among platforms.
Database and crm dynamics engineer at a financial services firm with 201-500 employees
The customer support is above par; it is what I think other organizations should look at to be comparable to.
cybersecurity architect at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
8.2
Erwin Data Intelligence scales well, supports self-service, integrates diverse sources, and adapts to changing organizational needs efficiently.
Sentiment score
6.7
Varonis Platform excels in scalable data management with minimal staffing, adaptable to various environments, and offers user training.
Regarding scalability, I would rate erwin Data Intelligence as an eight or nine for its ability to expand.
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Varonis Platform is highly rated for scalability.
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
Varonis's scalability as eight to eight point five out of ten.
Cyber Security Senior Engineer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.3
erwin Data Intelligence has proven reliable and stable with smooth updates, overcoming initial Java challenges, according to user feedback.
Sentiment score
7.0
Varonis Platform is reliable with high stability but can struggle with performance issues during large data handling and deployments.
From my perspective, I would rate the stability of erwin Data Intelligence as an eight or nine out of ten.
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
 

Room For Improvement

Erwin Data Intelligence needs SDK, API, UI improvements, enhanced data tools, better support, and integration for large, complex datasets.
Varonis Platform needs improved cloud integration, automatic updates, enhanced UI, better data scanning, and cost-effective, advanced features.
The dashboard in erwin Data Intelligence is customizable, and you can easily create different views.
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Varonis requires more access permissions for its core functions compared to competitors, which can be a concern for companies about data safety.
Cyber Security Senior Engineer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
A phishing email module would be great; I look forward to when that comes out.
cybersecurity architect at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Enhancing tighter integration with third-party solutions, such as SIEM or SOAR platforms, for smoother incident response workflows.
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
 

Setup Cost

Erwin Data Intelligence's pricing can reach $150,000 annually, including various licenses and potential additional costs for modules.
Varonis Platform pricing suits large enterprises, seen as either costly or justified by its feature-rich value.
Varonis is known for its high licensing cost, which can include the cost of multiple servers required for its operations, called collectors.
Cyber Security Senior Engineer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
My experience with pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Varonis Platform has been good, with competitive costs.
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
 

Valuable Features

erwin Data Intelligence offers automation, data lineage, catalogs, governance, and customization for efficient development and enhanced enterprise collaboration.
Varonis Platform enhances security with 24/7 support, behavior analytics, data governance, threat detection, and simplified access management UI.
This feature is probably the most valuable because it allows for automated reverse engineering of lineage.
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Varonis is excellent for scanning unstructured data sources like file shares, OneDrive, SharePoint, Azure Blob Storage, and S3s.
Cyber Security Senior Engineer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Varonis Platform is agent-based and AI-driven for detection and response, identifying data based on its content and context.
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
Varonis Platform has a big variety of integrations, and they continuously work on new updates and integrations, such as ChatGPT Enterprise and Zoom.
Database and crm dynamics engineer at a financial services firm with 201-500 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

erwin Data Intelligence
Ranking in Data Governance
28th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
AI Governance (4th)
Varonis Platform
Ranking in Data Governance
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
17
Ranking in other categories
Email Security (14th), Data Loss Prevention (DLP) (4th), User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (4th), SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) (3rd), Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) (3rd), Compliance Management (7th), Ransomware Protection (7th), Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) (4th), Insider Risk Management (1st), AI Security (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2025, in the Data Governance category, the mindshare of erwin Data Intelligence is 1.9%, down from 2.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Varonis Platform is 8.9%, up from 8.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Governance Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Varonis Platform8.9%
erwin Data Intelligence1.9%
Other89.2%
Data Governance
 

Featured Reviews

Jog Raj - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Consultant at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Automated lineage and business glossaries have improved data understanding and collaboration
I am open to answering a few questions about erwin Data Intelligence and sharing my opinion about the product. Regarding the analytic part of the product, I find it very interesting that erwin Data Intelligence has its own inbuilt reporting toolset, with a new version coming out in January that will be AI-powered. This means you will be able to write analytical reports and questions based on the metadata and data lineage, making it more powerful than the current version, as AI will assist in creating those reports and performing analysis on the metadata. I find that the time taken to realize value from erwin Data Intelligence can be quite long. Creating a data catalog and developing data lineage takes significant time, and I expect that AI will help accelerate the process of creating data products by streamlining the steps involved. I can recommend erwin Data Intelligence to other users. I would rate this review as an eight out of ten overall.
SureshKumar - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Consultant at Satcom Infotech Pvt Ltd
Has improved data visibility and protection while enabling automated compliance monitoring
Varonis Platform offers multiple features for data protection, such as data discovery and classification. We can identify, discover, and classify sensitive data effectively, which is crucial given the DPDP law in India and GDPR. The platform also excels in access and exposure tracking, enabling us to monitor users, permissions, and reduce access to sensitive files. Additionally, it includes UEBA for behavior analytics and threat detection, making it valuable for compliance and audit readiness. Varonis Platform has helped our organization primarily for DPDP compliance, although I currently don't have a specific example related to GDPR or HIPAA. A unique feature of Varonis Platform that stands out to me is that, in the current market, it is one of the best data classification solutions available. Compared to others such as Forcepoint, Varonis Platform is agent-based and AI-driven for detection and response, identifying data based on its content and context, and it includes automated remediation and lifecycle automation, making it a leading product in the market.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
25%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Government
8%
Insurance Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
15%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
Insurance Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise14
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business3
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise12
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with erwin Data Intelligence by Quest?
The dashboard in erwin Data Intelligence is customizable, and you can easily create different views. However, you are confined to the widgets that are already provided, so the customization is some...
What is your primary use case for erwin Data Intelligence by Quest?
erwin Data Intelligence serves two primary use cases: one is where people use it as a data catalog, which is one of the main ones, and the other is for traceability and lineage.
What advice do you have for others considering erwin Data Intelligence by Quest?
I am open to answering a few questions about erwin Data Intelligence and sharing my opinion about the product. Regarding the analytic part of the product, I find it very interesting that erwin Data...
What do you like most about Varonis Platform?
The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand w...
What needs improvement with Varonis Platform?
While Varonis Platform is powerful, the initial data scanning and indexing can take significant time in large environments. However, this is not an issue in mid-level organizations. I suggest enhan...
What is your primary use case for Varonis Platform?
My main use case for Varonis Platform is for data classification on the user's machine, specifically for data visibility and protection. A quick, specific example of how I use Varonis Platform for ...
 

Also Known As

erwin DG, erwin Data Governance
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Sample Customers

Oracle, Infosys, GSK, Toyota Motor Sales, HSBC
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