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Altair RapidMiner vs SAP Analytics Cloud comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 8, 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

Altair RapidMiner
Ranking in Predictive Analytics
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
24
Ranking in other categories
Data Science Platforms (7th)
SAP Analytics Cloud
Ranking in Predictive Analytics
3rd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
70
Ranking in other categories
BI (Business Intelligence) Tools (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Predictive Analytics category, the mindshare of Altair RapidMiner is 14.9%, down from 18.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP Analytics Cloud is 15.0%, up from 12.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Predictive Analytics
 

Featured Reviews

Gopi Manoj Vuyyuru - PeerSpot reviewer
An open-source software tool for data and text mining with an excellent built-in data tuning feature for achieving better accuracy
I would advise new users to remember that RapidMiner requires building your pipeline. You need to start from scratch, which includes loading the data, cleaning it, making visualizations, and training the model and is not fully automated. I wouldn't thoroughly recommend it if you don't have working knowledge. There are some support articles and built-in hints, but platforms like DataRobot, which are fully automated, might be better for you if you're starting. Learning RapidMiner as a beginner is straightforward. You need to understand how a model works, know the different stages involved in modelling, and the importance of cleaning data. RapidMiner has a learning platform where you can learn the basic modules and how things work. They also offer certifications if you complete courses and exams. It's a good option for beginners to thoroughly learn about different models and the modelling stages. Overall, I would rate it an eight out of ten.
RamasamyTelungupalayam - PeerSpot reviewer
Seamless integration, collaborative features, and enhances data exploration
There are several areas for improvement in SAP Analytics Cloud. Firstly, features available in SAP Lumira are missing in SAP Analytics Cloud. Secondly, the predictive analytics functions, although promising, are currently only suitable for Proof of Concepts (POCs) and not for industrial-scale use. Lastly, the pricing model for the planning functionality is quite high and presents an entry barrier.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"What I like about RapidMiner is its all-in-one nature, which allows me to prepare, extract, transform, and load data within the same tool."
"The solution is stable."
"I like not having to write all solutions from code. Being able to drag and drop controls, enables me to focus on building the best model, without needing to search for syntax errors or extra libraries."
"Altair RapidMiner is easy to use and intuitive with no coding required, making it a low code tool."
"RapidMiner is a no-code machine learning tool. I can install it on my local machine and work with smaller datasets. It can also connect to databases, allowing me to build models directly on the data stored there. RapidMiner offers a wider range of operators than other tools like Dataiku, making it a better option for my needs."
"Scalability is not really a concern with RapidMiner. It scales very well and can be used in global implementations."
"Altair RapidMiner is appreciated for its ease of use and the CRISP data mining model it supports, covering steps like data preparation, data understanding, and business understanding."
"It's helpful if you want to make informed decisions using data. We can take the information, tease out the attributes, and label everything. It's suitable for profiling and forecasting in any industry."
"We are satisfied with the technical support from SAP because when we reached out, we were able to get very good support from SAP colleagues."
"One feature I've found most valuable is discovery."
"It is scalable."
"It integrates with third-party applications such as Google Drive and Excel,"
"It's easy to connect Analytics Cloud with other SAP solutions, and it's also effortless to deploy. You don't need much technical skill to set it up. It's as easy as setting up a tablet. I said tablet before. It's very easy to actually set up."
"There is a seamless integration with SAP S4HANA which is really valuable to our organization and its functions. Since the data is stored in the same ecosystem, it creates a simple process of building dashboards, without making the process cumbersome The Analytics Cloud provides standardized templates and storage options, making it easy to plug into existing structures. We're utilizing custom stories that have already been developed, streamlining the development process. It serves as a convenient starting point and contributes to the overall ease of development. Another advantage is that it doesn't provide the same level of calculation power as Power BI and Tableau. SAP Analytics Cloud emphasizes pushing analytics back into the database, recommending data manipulation and preparation outside of the platform. This approach is seen as an advantage, as it allows for more robust data handling."
"The stories have really been helpful in looking at specific scenarios and analyzing trends over periods of time."
"SAP is very scalable."
 

Cons

"About twenty-five percent of my problems involve image processing, and I found RapidMiner lacking in this domain. While we work on OCR and similar tasks, RapidMiner hasn't been as engaged in that field as other models. Some other models also support email processing, but RapidMiner doesn't offer this feature."
"Altair RapidMiner needs updates to its examples, particularly in business and marketing areas, and to the tool itself. The user interface should be improved."
"One challenge I encountered while implementing RapidMiner was the lack of documentation. Since there aren't as many users, finding resources to learn the tool was initially difficult. To overcome this hurdle, I believe RapidMiner could improve by providing more tutorials tailored for new users."
"The product must provide data-cleaning features."
"The price of this solution should be improved."
"If they could include video tutorials, people would find that quite helpful."
"The visual interface could use something like the-drag-and-drop features which other products already support. Some additional features can make RapidMiner a better tool and maybe more competitive."
"Currently, I am unsure of all the AI features available in Altair RapidMiner, particularly advanced AI capabilities like neural networks and deep learning."
"Could be more user-friendly; somewhat complicated to use."
"The budget management could be better."
"The predictive analytics functions, although promising, are currently only suitable for Proof of Concepts (POCs) and not for industrial-scale use."
"It seems like there's a problem with the tool's licenses. If there are a lot of users, like 200, who only use the solution once a year, paying for a full-year license for each user is expensive. There's no option for users who only use the solution occasionally."
"Pricing is fine for the BI license, but when it comes to client license, that fee is a bit high."
"Could have more tabular reporting capabilities."
"There is no direct connector from SAP to Redshift, so we are required to use a third-party product that was recommended by SAP."
"When it comes to planning there is a concern about the ability to match the exact requirements of the customer with what the product offers."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Although we don't pay licensing fees because it is being used within the university, my understanding is that the cost is between $5,000 and $10,000 USD per year."
"For the university, the cost of the solution is free for the students and teachers."
"I used an educational license for this solution, which is available free of charge."
"The client only has to pay the licensing costs. There are not any maintenance or hidden costs in addition to the license."
"I'm not fully aware of RapidMiner's price because we had licenses provided, but from my analysis, it's moderately priced, not too high or too low. It's worth the investment."
"Its licensing is on a monthly basis."
"This solution offers value for money and you get what you pay for."
"The premium option is very expensive at five thousand dollars. I use the nine hundred and ninety-nine dollar option."
"Its pricing is okay as compared to its competitors."
"The platform is about 50% more expensive than Power BI."
"It is a bit expensive, but really worth it, especially if you are already using other SAP tools."
"SAP Analytics Cloud can be quite expensive."
"I don't have the exact price for SAP Analytics Cloud, but it could be improved and made cheaper, especially when compared to Power BI."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
University
11%
Computer Software Company
11%
Educational Organization
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
19%
Computer Software Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about RapidMiner?
RapidMiner is a no-code machine learning tool. I can install it on my local machine and work with smaller datasets. It can also connect to databases, allowing me to build models directly on the dat...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for RapidMiner?
I started with a trial version. We are likely to purchase a license, which may offer additional features.
What needs improvement with RapidMiner?
Currently, I am unsure of all the AI features available in Altair RapidMiner, particularly advanced AI capabilities like neural networks and deep learning. It would be beneficial if the platform co...
Which would you choose - Tableau or SAP Analytics Cloud?
Tableau is easy to set up and maintain. In about a day it is possible for the entire platform to be deployed for use. This relatively short amount of time can make all the difference for companies ...
What do you like most about SAP Analytics Cloud?
In the data warehouse, you're free to make changes. You can make everything text, meaning it's always a string. Even numbers appear as text, giving you the flexibility to work with all columns.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP Analytics Cloud?
I normally do not deal with the commercials, so I am not aware of the pricing part of it.
 

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PayPal, Deloitte, eBay, Cisco, Miele, Volkswagen
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