IBM InfoSphere Optim vs Toad Data Modeler comparison

IBM and Quest Software are both solutions in the Database Development and Management category. IBM is ranked #16 with an average rating of 7.0, while Quest Software is ranked #11 with an average rating of 9.3. IBM holds a 2.5% mindshare in DDM, compared to Quest Software’s 4.0% mindshare. Additionally, 66% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of Quest Software users who would recommend it.

IBM InfoSphere Optim

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IBM InfoSphere Optim

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 23, 2025

Toad Data Modeler and IBM InfoSphere Optim are competing products in database management tools. IBM InfoSphere Optim often has the upper hand due to its comprehensive feature set that aligns well with enterprise requirements.

Features: Toad Data Modeler provides visual data modeling, supports multiple database platforms, and allows easy integration. IBM InfoSphere Optim offers data lifecycle management, focuses on data privacy and governance, and enhances performance optimization.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Toad Data Modeler is recognized for its swift deployment and responsive customer service. IBM InfoSphere Optim offers detailed documentation and structured support for complex environments, even if setup might take longer.

Pricing and ROI: Toad Data Modeler typically has a lower initial setup cost, appealing to smaller organizations. IBM InfoSphere Optim demands a larger initial investment but provides a greater ROI through its advanced, scalable features suited for enterprise demands.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM InfoSphere Optim

Ranking in Database Development and Management

16th

Average Rating

6.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Toad Data Modeler

Ranking in Database Development and Management

11th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Database Development and Management category, the mindshare of IBM InfoSphere Optim is 2.5%, up from 2.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Toad Data Modeler is 4.0%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Database Development and Management

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Ajai Lal

Project Manager at Mphasis

Very supportive of Db2 and easy to customize, but IMS features are not user friendly and the support of these features is lacking

We work on two different types of databases, one being IMS and the other Db2. While the solution is very supportive of Db2, it is not so friendly when it comes to IMS databases. When we had questions for the support team conerning the IMS database, we found their knowledge to be lacking, likely owing to lack of experience on their part. I would not say that the initial setup is complex. Neither would I say that it is straightforward. Certain features require technical knowledge.

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Javid Ur Rahaman

VP, Infrastructure,Data Management Services & AI Evangelist at a tech company with 51-200 employees

It provides us with support for Oracle RAC HA, allowing us to manage and maintain our database health

It provides us with support for Oracle RAC, allowing us to manage and maintain our database health. We used this product in the trial edition to check RAC support with Oracle 12c to 19c Database, and it has given great results. We will recommend this option to all our new clients.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I feel the solution to be a bit faster than the traditional methods, which makes it easy to customize."

"We like that we can easily restore the database with just a few clicks. The database is linked as well."

"It is not feasible for small businesses. It is not used in a small company."

"I found all features valuable and necessary in Toad Data Modeler, particularly how good the solution is for modeling, database schema generation, and database re-engineering. I also found Toad Data Modeler straightforward to use."

"Auto-complete is the best feature of the solution."

"The feature I really like is the graphical part, especially the control of the relationships."

Cons

"While the solution is very supportive of Db2, it is not so friendly when it comes to IMS databases."

"We're looking for a solution that can be implemented on AWS. IBM InfoSphere Optim can be implemented on AWS, but it costs more than double what we're currently paying. So, it's not really of good value for us."

"The product should provide better debugging features."

"When updating a model after generating a schema, if only a few tables are imported, the tool assumes you want to delete the rest, which is cumbersome."

"Many users don't know how to add licensing to Toad, or where it is shown, so they could make that easier."

"What could be improved in Toad Data Modeler is stability and the complex setup."

"It is not feasible for small businesses. It is not used in a small company."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"IBM InfoSphere Optim is a very expensive solution. Actually, it's the most expensive archiving solution that we have."

"Price-wise, the lesser it is, the better it is for me, especially in Egypt. I think that the licensing cost ranges from 1,000 to 9,000. Also, it includes maintenance and support for a year."

"Though I'm not involved in the licensing for Toad Data Modeler, I believe it's per user and not cheap."

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What do you like most about Toad Data Modeler?

Auto-complete is the best feature of the solution.

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Considering its functionality, I would rate its pricing as a seven out of ten. It could be cheaper yet is still pretty good.

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What needs improvement with Toad Data Modeler?

1) When updating a model after generating a schema, if only a few tables are imported, the tool assumes you want to delete the rest. If you have a large model, you repeatedly have to clarify that y...

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Also Known As

IBM Optim, Optim

Toad

Overview

IBM Optim solutions manage data from requirements to retirement. They boost performance, empower collaboration, and improve governance across applications, databases and platforms. By managing data properly over its lifetime, organisations are better equipped to support business goals with less risk.

IBM

Toad Data Modeler helps you create high-quality data models. This data modeling tool enables you to easily deploy accurate changes to data structures across more than 20 different platforms.

Quest Software

Sample Customers

Durham Police Department, Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc., Continental, KCE Electronics Public Company Limited, The University of Adelaide, Migros Zurich, COPROB

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