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KNIME vs Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics comparison

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Executive Summary

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
8.7
IBM SPSS Statistics delivers 50% ROI by streamlining data analysis, saving time and money for organizations and universities.
Sentiment score
7.9
KNIME offers substantial ROI with ease of use, low costs, and supports efficient project development and concept testing.
Sentiment score
6.8
Azure Synapse Analytics boosts ROI with lower costs and enhanced data capabilities, offering flexible, cost-effective solutions compared to traditional setups.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.6
IBM SPSS Statistics users experience varied customer service, generally finding it good; some appreciate prompt assistance, others rarely need support.
Sentiment score
6.6
KNIME offers satisfactory service with strong community support, though documentation and language options could improve to assist users globally.
Sentiment score
7.0
Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics support is responsive for larger clients; smaller clients experience delays but documentation helps many users.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.5
Users report mixed scalability with IBM SPSS, affected by dataset size, infrastructure, and comparisons to competitors like SAS.
Sentiment score
7.0
KNIME is scalable, efficiently handles large datasets, integrates well with technologies, but faces RAM limitations on desktops.
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Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
IBM SPSS Statistics is reliable, handling large datasets well, though minor issues may occur with low RAM environments.
Sentiment score
7.6
KNIME is generally stable and reliable, with occasional memory issues and crashes that can improve with updates and configurations.
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Room For Improvement

IBM SPSS Statistics needs improvements in visualization, pricing, interface, integration, documentation, and automation for better user experience.
KNIME users seek improvements in data visualization, resource efficiency, integrations, documentation, UI, automation, and community support.
 

Setup Cost

IBM SPSS Statistics is costly, with advanced models up to $7,000, though discounts exist for educational and developing regions.
KNIME provides a cost-effective analytics platform with a free desktop version and a paid server version for enterprises.
 

Valuable Features

IBM SPSS Statistics offers a user-friendly interface, robust analysis features, and flexible data handling for comprehensive statistical projects.
KNIME offers user-friendly data integration and processing with extensive language support, algorithms, and open-source features for enhanced analytics.
KNIME is more intuitive and easier to use, which is the principal advantage.
 

Categories and Ranking

IBM SPSS Statistics
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Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
37
Ranking in other categories
Data Mining (3rd), Data Science Platforms (9th)
KNIME
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
59
Ranking in other categories
Data Mining (1st), Data Science Platforms (2nd)
Microsoft Azure Synapse Ana...
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
91
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Data Warehouse (2nd)
 

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Data Mining
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Q&A Highlights

PS
Aug 03, 2023
 

Featured Reviews

Md Masudul Hassan - PeerSpot reviewer
Comprehensive data analysis capabilities with a user-friendly interface, providing an efficient and reliable platform for researchers and analysts
I believe that offering short-term SPSS licenses, perhaps when customer sourcing is available, could make it more affordable. These licenses shouldn't include features tailored for universities or large sales organizations. Instead, they could offer discounts or additional facilities for smaller entities to access the software. In developing countries, it would be beneficial to provide certain features to users at no cost initially, while also customizing pricing options. For example, offering basic features to the first hundred users can help them become familiar with the software and its capabilities. This approach encourages users to upgrade to higher tiers as they become more experienced and require additional functionality.
Hansong Choi - PeerSpot reviewer
A low-code platform that reduces data mining time by linking script
The solution allows for sharing model designs and model operations with other data analysts. Other solutions such as SAS, R, and Python consist of just the script which is difficult to share. The solution is a low-code platform which reduces data mining time and its platform includes a clickable icon for linking script.
Sunil Gidwani - PeerSpot reviewer
No competitors provide the entire solution to one place
I rate Azure Synapse Analytics eight out of 10. No competitors provide the entire solution to one place like Synapse. For example, a database just focuses moving and manipulating data, etc. But Synapse is like an all-inclusive workspace. I advise other people to go with Databricks Notebook if you need a computation engine. It has a solid SQL storage procedure. Suppose you are dealing with complex transformation logic and manipulation of run-time data flows. In that case, it's better to use Databricks than any Microsoft ADF. DataBricks looks more promising in terms of computing in memory, so we integrated Databricks in Synapse.
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Answers from the Community

PS
Aug 3, 2023
Aug 3, 2023
I know you're looking for someone who's done research for you but realize that's actually something people get paid to do. That said, what you're asking about is a mix of quite different tools when you throw KNIME in the mix. I don't know that tool but sounds like its for specific purpose and it's not an Azure tool. Realize there's endless ETL tools out there. I've used about 1/2 dozen in ...
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reviewer2009835 - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 27, 2023
A couple of questions before starting the feature comparison:  i. Are you fine with an open-source solution? ii. Any specific reason you have listed ADF? iii. Who will be using these tools and how much learning curve is involved within the team? iv. What kind of data you are dealing with? v. Is data privacy an important factor? vi. Are you looking for only a cloud-based solution or open to a hybrid solution also? vii. What is the maturity level of the team when it comes to working on the cloud ........ These are just a few of the many questions basis which we do self-assessment or measure our preparedness. Let me know if you need more insights. Happy to help!!
BA
Apr 27, 2023
I believe Synapse is not an ETL tool.  ADF is one optional ETL tool for a Synapse Data warehouse.. What Are the Top ETL Tools for Azure Data Warehouse? | Integrate.ioI'd like to step back and pose a bigger option. You see, ETL means making a copy of data you have already. Have you considered a data fabric or mesh, where the data is used where it lies now?  Consider this if your data is already used by some systems, but you need to do a more comprehensive analysis of it.I always want to reduce the replication of databases. The concept of build yet another database to "replace" all the others rarely works out that way.  I'd rather beef up the origination system, or use a replica than build a huge portfolio of ETL programs and an army of ops, data governance, and system support to keep them in sync. Finally, if you really need an ETL tool, i.e. copies of all that data... look for existing talent in your staff. Otherwise, expect to hire some people experienced with the new tool that can advise on design and development and mentor existing staff.
 

Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
17%
Computer Software Company
9%
University
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
9%
Educational Organization
8%
Educational Organization
47%
Computer Software Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Manufacturing Company
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM SPSS Statistics?
The software offers consistency across multiple research projects helping us with predictive analytics capabilities.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM SPSS Statistics?
The cost of IBM SPSS Statistics is managed by organizations, not individual researchers. It is a very expensive produ...
What needs improvement with IBM SPSS Statistics?
IBM SPSS Statistics does not keep you close to your data like KNIME. In KNIME, at every stage, you can see the result...
What do you like most about KNIME?
Since KNIME is a no-code platform, it is easy to work with.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for KNIME?
I rate the product’s pricing a seven out of ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive.
What needs improvement with KNIME?
The current UI is primarily in English. Analyzing data in local languages might present challenges or issues.
How does Amazon Redshift compare with Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics?
Amazon Redshift is very fast, has a very good response time, and is very user-friendly. The initial setup is very str...
What do you like most about Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics?
The product is easy to use, and anybody can easily migrate to advanced DB.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics?
The financial aspect, including pricing and cost reduction, is not something I focus on.
 

Also Known As

SPSS Statistics
KNIME Analytics Platform
Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure SQL Data Warehouse, Microsoft Azure SQL DW, Azure SQL Data Warehouse, MS Azure Synapse Analytics
 

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LDB Group, RightShip, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Capgemini Consulting, TEAC Corporation, Ironside, nViso SA, Razorsight, Si.mobil, University Hospitals of Leicester, CROOZ Inc., GFS Fundraising Solutions, Nedbank Ltd., IDS-TILDA
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