Microsoft Azure API Management vs SAP Integration Suite comparison

Microsoft Azure API Management vs. SAP Integration Suite

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Azure API Management

Ranking in API Management

1st

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SAP Integration Suite

Ranking in API Management

24th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the API Management category, the mindshare of Microsoft Azure API Management is 11.9%, down from 16.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP Integration Suite is 1.4%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

API Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Azure API Management	11.9%
SAP Integration Suite	1.4%
Other	86.7%

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Featured Reviews

Amit Das

Technical Solution Architect at liwa

Has supported smooth channel partner integration and data analysis for several years

We use the existing services hosted in Microsoft Azure API Management without making any changes. For transformation capabilities, we utilize ADF, Data Factory instead of Microsoft Azure API Management. Regarding security features in Microsoft Azure API Management, we utilize token bearer authentication. As retailers with integration to our channel partners, we haven't experienced any security issues with Microsoft Azure API Management since it isn't exposed to external parties. We use a basic Azure function hosted in Microsoft Azure API Management rather than the integrated developer portal. Tracking analytics and performance analytics in Microsoft Azure API Management is straightforward. We use basic features for performance analytics and log analytics due to additional subscription charges. We enabled log analytics for Microsoft Azure API Management in the past month to investigate issues such as unreachable endpoints or request timeouts.

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AhilaKelam

Application Development Senior Analyst at Accenture

Integration work has streamlined cross-application automation and supports faster development

Regarding how SAP Integration Suite can be improved, we have something called pre-packaged content, such as standard flows or inbuilt adapters. If we had something called Groovy script for most of the scenarios, it would be very useful. We have some standard scripts for the basic scenarios, such as payload logging, that are frequently usable. For such things, if we had the pre-built scripts, it would be very easy for the developers to reuse them in very common scenarios or requirements and make the work very fast. That would be really helpful for the developers. Regarding additional features for SAP Integration Suite, I think it is good as of now and nothing much needs to be improved because we can see all the expected features. We have the open connectors, cloud connectors, API management, and everything is there. We have the Integration Advisor, and I feel it is good. The only thing I was expecting is pre-built scripts, Groovy scripts, which would be helpful for the developers to speed up the work. Since coding is not manual and we are getting it from ChatGPT and it is all AI, if that is integrated into the tool, it would be very nice and easy for the developers.

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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

"Security is the top feature of Azure API Management."

"I like the support they provide for the APIs more than the solution itself."

"It is a stable product, it's reliable, there are no bugs or glitches, it doesn't crash, and the performance is good."

"Azure API is scalable."

"The Azure Active Directory Synchronization is quite good."

"The initial setup was quite easy as it is a managed service."

"I like the stability and the ease of use."

"Everything is already available and ready to operate without a lot of preparation work."

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"The most beneficial feature for our clients is the easy access to their information, achieved effortlessly through integration."

"The solution is easy to use."

"The SAP Integration Suite can work with different authentication methods. It supports physical authentication, certificate-based integration, and mTLS authentication. This allows customers to choose the best integration approach based on their policies and procedures. Additionally, the suite offers both push and data integration capabilities."

"The features in SAP Integration Suite, such as the API management and the feasibility to connect with the on-premise systems using the Cloud Connector configuration in BTP Cockpit, are very flexible to work with."

"The technical support services are good."

"SAP Integration Suite's event-driven architecture has helped automate processes by providing better scalability, performance, and organization compared to point-to-point methods."

"The most beneficial feature of SAP Integration Suite for our operation is its capability to enable API-based cloud applications to integrate seamlessly with SAP S/4HANA."

Cons

"I'd like to have better flexibility and more capabilities."

"If comparing it to other solutions, it is more of a legacy design with an older approach."

"The licensing fees are expensive. I would like it to be cheaper."

"They need to work on the third party integrations."

"We figured out that for our productive usage, we will select a different vendor."

"In terms of the flexibility of API Management, it's quite a complex solution when compared with Apigee."

"The moment you need to reach out for serious technical support in terms of incidents, or on-site support, or whatever, it becomes a little more challenging."

"An area for improvement in Microsoft Azure API Management is deployment, in particular, the deployment of versions in Oryx. The development to production instance isn't adequate for me and needs to be improved. Microsoft Azure API Management lacks automation, which is another area for improvement."

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"The setup process for the SAP integration Suite is not straightforward. It involves some technical aspects and can be complex."

"The product's UI could be faster."

"The instances are costly."

"They could provide graphical data for over-viewing metrics such as payments, receipts, creditors, and refunds."

"In PIPO, there were complex and effective tools to measure performance and how messages were processed, but Integration Suite still does not have solid reports that are useful for evaluating and understanding possible bottlenecks."

"I believe there are areas where SAP Integration Suite could be improved, such as enhancing message transformation capabilities and simplifying conditional routing features compared to the on-premise tool SAP PO (Process Orchestration)."

"I have faced a few issues with the CPI Helper, which is an extension I was using to enable the trace and check the step-by-step flow and simulation inputs and outputs."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Compared to other solutions the cost is a seven out of ten."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a five out of ten."

"Microsoft Azure is an expensive solution not for the large enterprises but for the medium and small."

"There are additional costs to the standard licensing fees."

"It's an expensive solution"

"It's free for less than ten users. If you want to go beyond that, it's around $3.50 per user per month. If you want a DevOps integration, it's about $7.50 per user per month. Costs depend on the size, complexity, usage, and what facility you want to integrate. So, we use Microsoft Azure and have the entire DevOps and Visual Studio on the cloud. We get all three flavors for $7.50 per user per month."

"It costs around 30,000 Kronas a month, which translates to about $3,000 dollars monthly."

"The licensing cost for Microsoft Azure API Management is publicly available and goes from a developer edition that costs $26 to $30 per month. It may have changed, but it's in the neighborhood of $30 per month. I believe there's also the enterprise edition, which is highly capable and costs $2,500 per month."

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"I'm not well-versed in the details of pricing and standard licensing for SAP Integration Suite as I primarily focus on technical aspects. As far as I know, clients can choose between different levels of offerings based on their messaging frequency and business requirements, with premium levels offering more features and customization options."

"It is inexpensive for smaller businesses and expensive for larger businesses."

"I rate its pricing a five out of ten."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

14%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Insurance Company

Manufacturing Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Media Company

Transportation Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	23
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	54

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

How does Apigee differ from Azure API Management?

Apigee offers both cloud-based and on-prem options while Microsoft Azure API Management currently only offers a cloud-based solution. Both solutions are easy to use. Apigee allows for the ability...

Which is better - Azure API Management or Amazon API Gateway?

If you use Azure products, API Management is a great solution. It solves many of the problems of externalizing web services. For example, when you need versioning, establish a developer portal and ...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Azure API Management?

The pricing is medium, which I find to be reasonable for the value we receive.

What needs improvement with SAP Integration Suite?

What is your primary use case for SAP Integration Suite?

I have worked with SAP S/4HANA Cloud's end system. I did not completely work on the S/4HANA development, but I have worked with the integration. I have mostly been working with SAP Integration Suit...

What advice do you have for others considering SAP Integration Suite?

I am working with SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP Cockpit, and SAP Integration Suite. I would rate this review as a 9.

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Also Known As

Azure API Management, MS Azure API Management

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Overview

Microsoft Azure API Management offers a comprehensive solution for managing APIs, ensuring security, integration, and access across cloud environments. It enables seamless API orchestration and supports flexible management systems, making it valuable for API-driven architectures.

Microsoft Azure API Management is an advanced platform designed for seamless API integration and management within Microsoft's ecosystem. It provides robust security capabilities, including access control and Active Directory integration. The platform features a developer portal for easy API documentation and testing, along with real-time monitoring, analytics, and configurable policies to enhance API behavior. With hybrid cloud support and API orchestration, users gain flexibility and the ability to monetize APIs through subscriptions. The platform aids businesses in modernizing their applications and processes, but users have highlighted the need for enhanced scalability, third-party integration, improved documentation, and more comprehensive pricing models.

What are the most important features of Azure API Management?

User-friendly setup facilitating ease of integration
Robust security with access control and Active Directory
Comprehensive developer portal for API documentation and testing
Real-time monitoring and analytics
Flexible policy configuration for API orchestration
Hybrid cloud connectivity support
Monetization through subscription models

What benefits or ROI should users look for in Azure API Management reviews?

Enhanced API security and governance
Efficient backend system connections
Improved application monitoring and orchestration
Seamless migration from legacy to API-driven interfaces
Support for modernizing applications and automating processes

Azure API Management is widely implemented across industries like finance, healthcare, and retail to integrate and manage internal and external APIs. Businesses use it for secure connections, microservices support, and modernizing legacy systems. It's also adopted for subscription models and access control, aiding companies in automating and enhancing their operational processes.

Microsoft

SAP Integration Suite is a comprehensive integration platform that facilitates seamless connectivity between applications and data sources, enabling businesses to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.

SAP Integration Suite empowers businesses to address complex IT landscapes by providing tools for connecting cloud and on-premises applications. Its robust framework supports API management, data integration, and process automation, offering flexibility and scalability to meet dynamic business demands.

What are the key features of SAP Integration Suite?

API Management: Offers comprehensive APIs to standardize interactions between different applications.
Data Integration: Allows secure and efficient data transfer across systems.
Cloud Integration: Facilitates seamless connectivity between cloud-based solutions.
Process Automation: Enables automation of workflows for increased efficiency.
Monitoring and Analytics: Provides insights into performance and processes.

What benefits should you look for in SAP Integration Suite reviews?

Scalability: Grows with the business and supports expanding workloads.
Flexibility: Adapts to changing technologies and business models.
Efficiency: Reduces manual processes and enhances workflow integration.
Robust Security: Ensures data transfer is secure and compliant.

SAP Integration Suite is widely implemented across industries like finance, manufacturing, and retail, where it enhances operational efficiency and fosters innovation. Its ability to integrate diverse systems allows these sectors to improve data consistency and regulatory compliance, promoting streamlined operations and better decision-making.

SAP

Sample Customers

adnymics GmbH, LG CNS, Centrebet, netfabb GmbH, MedPlast, Accelera Solutions, Sochi Organizing Committee, realzeit GmbH, Opensistemas

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Microsoft Azure API Management vs. SAP Integration Suite