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Oracle Java DB vs SAP HANA comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 5, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Oracle Java DB
Ranking in Relational Databases Tools
19th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
SAP HANA
Ranking in Relational Databases Tools
4th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
84
Ranking in other categories
Data Virtualization (2nd), Embedded Database (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Relational Databases Tools category, the mindshare of Oracle Java DB is 0.7%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP HANA is 11.4%, up from 11.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Anil-Sinha - PeerSpot reviewer
Able to process all the reporting and processing in the database itself
We have been upgrading and moving to new environments. I was involved in the solution's initial setup. Some things in the setup are very smooth sailing. However, some setups become complicated because what they set up doesn't meet your needs. So, some tweaking is necessary in certain instances. Having a good understanding of the tool really helps. Oracle Java DB is easy to deploy if it's a new setup. Migrating from an old environment to a new environment takes time because you need the old functionality. A first-time deployment of the application is easy. We just did a default setup and started using it. When we have to migrate, there is too much baggage behind that application, especially from the security point of view.
Jayarami Reddy Pujeri - PeerSpot reviewer
Comprehensive system with real-time analytics for versatile industry applications
Our primary use case is working with various clients in industries such as pharmaceuticals and other services. We support clients as implementers of SAP HANA, providing expertise in functionality, finance, logistics, and processes The solution is very user-friendly and supports all kinds of…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Able to write queries more efficiently and the management of data has become better and easier."
"There have been no issues in relation to stability. We've never really had do to any recoveries. It is very stable."
"The additional value of having Java inside the Oracle database is all the security that is applied to an Oracle database will be enforced on Java's stored procedures as well."
"It's very clever."
"The solution is stable."
"The most valuable feature is automation."
"The database is quite robust in terms of performance from the SQL side."
"The valuable features include connecting to the database and retrieving data."
"If you want to scale with new processes and new reports, that's fairly easy."
"Some functions have good performance."
"SAP HANA is a stable solution."
"The most value for us was in terms of using it to issue tenders online. We host our server, but it is open to the public, so clients who want to buy those tenders were able to go online, put their tender documents up, and we could evaluate them using SAP."
"The most valuable features I have found are speed, dashboard, and reporting."
"We have found the solution to be customizable and it is beneficial it comes as a bundled package. Additionally, it is user-friendly."
"I like the integration process. Also, the data is trusted by our management, and we use the data from transactions for analysis."
"The data storage requirement is reduced from the original database to the HANA database."
 

Cons

"Oracle can improve by providing more connection string variations and relay servers on the path to the database."
"Needs improvement in consistency issues with respect to timeframes."
"It'll be better if Oracle Java supports open source technologies, like Node.js."
"The biggest lesson that I have learned from using Oracle products is vendor lock-in."
"The tool might be integrated, but we see performance issues because of overhead."
"The solution could be more user-friendly."
"In terms of improvement, I'd like an automation tool that is lower priced. The core prices are very high."
"The solution should continue to keep updating and improving the Java language."
"It's a complex initial setup."
"SAP HANA is a very proprietary tool and there's not as much support available for it as there is for an SQL Server (which is more popular)."
"The high price of the product is an area of concern where improvements are required."
"SAP HANA is not perfect and they could improve by having more options and more integration."
"The pricing is expensive."
"The solution needs to work on its performance and make it faster."
"The solution's development platform should be more flexible and scalable to adapt to other solutions."
"This is an expensive solution."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Oracle Java DB is a pricey solution."
"The product's pricing is very friendly, with no extra costs after the licensing fees."
"Setup and licensing require planning and proper budgeting, as it is not cheap."
"A monthly or yearly license must be purchased, although its utility will be based on the cost-benefit analysis that is reached by the individual customer."
"We pay for a maintenance license, and the licensing cost is high. In general, it is a very expensive solution."
"It is expensive, which isn't a problem for us because SAP HANA is processing the data so fast."
"I would rate the pricing of the solution a ten on ten. The pricing for on-prem SAP HANA is on a yearly basis and expensive. I am not aware of the actual pricing but it is based on 64 Gigabytes. For instance, if you consider $10,000 for 64 Gigabytes, then you can calculate the cost for Terabytes in case you have one. You will have to buy expensive hardware as well which is quite a lot."
"The pricing for SAP HANA is high. You pay a lot for the license, and you also have to pay for some add-ons."
"It is expensive."
"Its licensing is expensive for SMEs and large enterprises alike."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
19%
Computer Software Company
14%
Educational Organization
11%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Computer Software Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Government
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Oracle Java DB?
Oracle can improve by providing more connection string variations and relay servers on the path to the database. Various ways of connecting would enhance functionality.
What is your primary use case for Oracle Java DB?
I have experience connecting to a database with Java by using Java code and interrogating the database.
What advice do you have for others considering Oracle Java DB?
It's important to consider several settings and connection strings, as well as firewall rules when connecting to the database. I would rate the overall solution nine out of ten.
What are the biggest benefits of using SAP HANA?
Based on my work with SAP HANA, the biggest benefit that it can bring to your business is total data management. This product is by SAP - a company that serves almost all needs a client may have co...
Is SAP HANA’s customer and technical support reliable?
We have been using SAP HANA for a fairly short period of time and have only taken advantage of their customer support. So far, we have not had issues that required specialized help from technical s...
Is SAP HANA difficult to set up and start using?
SAP HANA is fairly easy to set up, however, I do not think a complete beginner can do it. You certainly need some preparation - either you need to have experience with similar solutions, or with ot...
 

Comparisons

 

Also Known As

No data available
SAP High-Performance Analytic Appliance, HANA
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Université Nice Sophia Antipolis
Unilever, NHS 24, adidas Group, CHIO Aachen, Hamburg Port Authority (HPA), Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited
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