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IBM Rational ClearCase vs Visual SourceSafe comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

IBM Rational ClearCase
Ranking in Software Configuration Management
4th
Average Rating
6.4
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
Version Control (8th)
Visual SourceSafe
Ranking in Software Configuration Management
14th
Average Rating
7.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
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Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Software Configuration Management category, the mindshare of IBM Rational ClearCase is 7.2%, down from 9.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Visual SourceSafe is 0.3%, down from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Software Configuration Management
 

Featured Reviews

Yong Seok Kang - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 23, 2024
Useful for version control but UI is slow
We use the tool for configuration management, training, and version control.  The tool had features similar to Git for version control. It offered branching and merging capabilities, providing better control over code management. Integration was possible with other tools, including some change…
it_user134535 - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 27, 2017
Provides for the setup of software development teams in a sandbox environment. I would like to see external backup for project source code files to the cloud.
Version control Central repository for all project sources Smooth and easy integration with Visual Studio and multi-developer supporting/tracking features Provides for an inexpensive and quick setup for small software development teams in a sandbox environment, such as virtual machines Visual…

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive."
"This is a very expensive product."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
27%
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Government
8%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM Rational ClearCase?
The tool had features similar to Git for version control. It offered branching and merging capabilities, providing better control over code management. Integration was possible with other tools, in...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Rational ClearCase?
IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive.
What needs improvement with IBM Rational ClearCase?
The solution's UI is slow compared to other tools. It is an old tool.
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Sample Customers

Atos SE, FEI, STM
XP Investimentos, Weichert Lead Network, Arelik, ACS
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