Altair RapidMiner vs Alteryx vs Sisense comparison

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Rathnam Makam

Senior Technical Manager at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees

A no-code tool that helps to build machine learning models

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. I haven't explored the tool's latest version, so I'm unaware of the current features. However, I think it would be beneficial if they could enhance capabilities related to deep neural networks, provide better support for generating UI, and allow for importing and utilizing large language models.

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Theresa McLaughlin

Senior Capacity Planner at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

Quick development enables seamless data processing despite occasional support issues

There were times when the product would fail during development without an apparent reason. The support structure changed; initially, we received great support, however, it later became less reliable due to licensing issues and a tiered support system. Licensing negotiations were problematic, affecting our product usage. For instance, our licenses were temporarily lost during negotiations when an agreement couldn't be reached.

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Wiboon Thabsuwan

Senior Consultant at IMD Company Limited

Helps businesses save time and offers good integration features

I would say that using Sisense on Linux's platform might not be advantageous for everyone. I am more familiar with Windows than Linux. With Windows, the system performs very fast. Even if your data size consists of like 10,00,00,000 loads or whatever, it works very fast. When using Sisense, it is better to have some people with a very good understanding of Linux. I need more technical people who understand about Linux OS. Only two people would be enough to operate the tool.

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Pros

"The most valuable feature is what the product sets out to do, which is extracting information and data."

"I've been using a lot of components from the Strategic Extension and Python Extension."

"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."

"The documentation for this solution is very good, where each operator is explained with how to use it."

"Using the GUI, I can have models and algorithms drag and drop nodes."

"The best part of RapidMiner is efficiency."

"One of the most valuable features is the built-in data tuning feature. Once the model is built, we often struggle to increase its accuracy, but RapidMiner allows us to fine-tune variables. For Example, when working on a project, we can adjust the number of nodes or the depth of trees to see how accuracy changes. This flexibility lets us achieve higher accuracy compared to traditional automated machine-learning models"

"The GUI capabilities of the solution are excellent. Their Auto ML model provides for even non-coder data scientists to deploy a model."

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"Alteryx is user-friendly and allows easy creation of workflows compared to Informatica PowerCenter."

"One-stop shop for data preparation, blending, prediction, and optimization in a single workflow."

"My primary focus is creating numerous data pulls, and Alteryx Server handles the automation well."

"I like the fact that you can easily blend data from different platforms."

"Alteryx effectively visualizes the flow of data and what happens at each stage. I also like that it's a no-code solution. I also like that you can troubleshoot certain parts of the workflow by putting them in a sandbox."

"I believe that the ability to leverage the gallery for scalability, as well as the general data blending functionality, is most beneficial to our core-based users."

"Alteryx helps me do a lot of automation. The best thing about Alteryx is that you don't have to repeat the workflow over and over again. Unlike Excel, where you need to write formulas for each new file, Alteryx follows a consistent process. You can schedule and automate the workflow, even if the files change."

"Technical support is very helpful."

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"This solution is easy to learn how to use."

"The dashboard design interface is very intuitive and allows you to quickly and easily produce professional, innovative dashboards."

"Whenever we have an issue or are unsure how to proceed, they manage to simplify the issue and help us execute it in a graceful and scalable way."

"Allows us to execute heavy, complex computations on the fly so customers can slice and dice the data based on their business needs."

"Sisense can integrate with multiple sources at one time."

"ElastiCube Manager is a very easy to use ETL tool, which includes the ability to easily transform raw data into reusable data."

"The best part about this solution is how easy it is to mash up the data from many sources. Sisense is fast compared to other solutions."

"There are many built-in connectors, which allow us to easily add new sources of data, often in minutes."

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Cons

"I would like to see all users have access to all of the deep learning models, and that they can be used easily."

"The biggest problem, not from a platform process, but from an avoidance process, is when you work in a heavily regulated environment, like banking and finance. Whenever you make a decision or there is an output, you need to bill it as an avoidance to the investigator or to the bank audit team. If you made decisions within this machine learning model, you need to explain why you did so. It would better if you could explain your decision in terms of delivery. However, this is an issue with all ML platforms. Many companies are working heavily in this area to help figure out how to make it more explainable to the business team or the regulator."

"In the Mexican or Latin American market, it's kind of pricey."

"Many things in the interface look nice, but they aren't of much use to the operator. It already has lots of variables in there."

"RapidMiner would be improved with the inclusion of more machine learning algorithms for generating time-series forecasting models."

"RapidMiner isn't cheap. It's a complete solution, but it's costly."

"The server product has been getting updated and continues to be better each release. When I started using RapidMiner, it was solid but not easy to set up and upgrade."

"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."

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"Lacks an open source edition which would be helpful."

"The solution just lacks in terms of data visualization. That is why we use Tableau and Qlik in our organization. They help to pick up the slack. If data visualization was added, Alteryx would be a very good tool, and much more complete."

"I think they should really work on integrating or have a capacity to integrate some algorithmic code. I think that's one of the most important things they need to be doing."

"The pricing seems high for my current needs. However, considering the benefits, it is easier to justify to management for broader company usage."

"The workflow and pipeline need to improve."

"The software is not fully optimized."

"The formula we currently use in Alteryx can be automated."

"What they're struggling with is it's not as mature as Tableau in the user management area. It was tougher to manage the server part of it right away, especially since the user base has grown."

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"I would like to see more development and growth for the support of Knowledge Base and Community forums."

"The solution's setup process could be easier."

"I would say that using Sisense on Linux's platform might not be advantageous for everyone."

"At present there are additional costs involved if we wish to share our data queues within this solution, which we would like to see removed."

"I would love to have more customization capabilities for building dashboards, especially in creating custom widget sizes."

"They should improve the filters to create downloaded data by moving them to the top of the dashboard."

"The administrative side of Sisense is a little cumbersome and confusing."

"The initial version we purchased only ran on Windows servers, which was less than ideal for our DevOps team. I believe that has been remedied in the latest release."

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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."

"The client only has to pay the licensing costs. There are not any maintenance or hidden costs in addition to the license."

"I used an educational license for this solution, which is available free of charge."

"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."

"For the university, the cost of the solution is free for the students and teachers."

"The license price of the solution is expensive."

"Alteryx isn't extortionately expensive, but it's not cheap either."

"We have a yearly cost that we pay for the licensing. We do not pay any costs in addition to the licensing fees."

"Alteryx is generally more suited for medium—to large companies due to its potentially high licensing costs."

"It is $4,000 a year, so it is cheap versus other solutions. It also accomplishes three times the volume on the job in the same time (as the other solutions)."

"We use the free version of the solution. There are enterprise licenses available. It cost approximately $5,000 annually. It is an expensive solution and there are additional features that cost more money."

"It is an expensive solution."

"There are some implementation services and internal effort costs at the beginning but there is nothing else."

More Alteryx pricing and cost advice

"This solution is more expensive than Tableau, Qlik and Dundas. It is an expensive tool. They charge $75,000 while Tableau is $45,000."

"Compared to Power BI or Tableau, Sisense is much more expensive."

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Computer Software Company

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University

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Educational Organization

10%

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Financial Services Firm

24%

Computer Software Company

10%

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Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

20%

Computer Software Company

14%

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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. I...

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 l...

What is the Biggest Difference Between Alteryx and IBM SPSS Modeler?

One of the differences is that with Alteryx you can use it as an ETL and analytics tool. Please connect with me direc...

What is the Biggest Difference Between Alteryx and IBM SPSS Modeler?

Alteryx is an extremely easy and flexible data tool, flexible in terms of drag and drop toolset and also has python, ...

What is the Biggest Difference Between Alteryx and IBM SPSS Modeler?

I am not familiar with IBM SPSS Modeler, therefore, I cannot compare these two products. Regarding Alteryx I can say...

What needs improvement with Sisense?

I would like to see an improvement in the live data connection, specifically making the process faster. Additionally,...

What is your primary use case for Sisense?

I was looking into some of our business operations with tow truck companies. I focused on evaluating turnaround times...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sisense?

There was no significant difference in pricing between Sisense and ThoughtSpot. They were practically dead even from ...

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Overview

Altair RapidMiner is a leading platform for data science and machine learning, offering a user-friendly interface with powerful tools for predictive analytics. It supports integration with APIs, Python, and cloud services for streamlined workflow creation.

RapidMiner provides an efficient data science environment featuring drag-and-drop functionality, automation tools, and a wide array of algorithms, making it adaptable for novices and experts alike. Users benefit from easy data preparation and analysis alongside robust support from a vibrant community. Challenges include better onboarding and deep learning model accessibility, alongside calls for enhanced image processing and large language model integration.

What features make Altair RapidMiner stand out?

Data science tools: Facilitates machine learning and predictive analytics.
Code-optional GUI: Enables non-programmers to create workflows seamlessly.
Integration: Supports APIs, Python, and cloud services.
Drag-and-drop functionality: Simplifies workflow creation for users.
Algorithm variety: Offers diverse methods for data analysis.

What benefits and ROI should users consider when evaluating?

Efficiency: Saves time in data preparation and workflow automation.
Accessibility: Intuitive design aids beginners and experts.
Community: Access to extensions and collaborative resources.
Documentation: Comprehensive tutorials enhance learning.

Altair RapidMiner is extensively used in business and academia, facilitating tasks like predictive analytics, segmentation, and deployment. In education, it supports data science teaching and research, while in industries such as telecom, banking, and healthcare, it's used for data mining, decision trees, and market analysis.

Altair

Alteryx can be used to speed up or automate your business processes and enables geospatial and predictive solutions. Its platform helps organizations answer business questions quickly and efficiently, and can be used as a major building block in a digital transformation or automation initiative. With Alteryx, you can build processes in a more efficient, repeatable, and less error-prone way. Unlike other tools, Alteryx is easy to use without an IT background. The platform is very robust and can be used in virtually any industry or functional area.

With Alteryx You Can:

Prep, blend, and analyze data
Deliver faster, better business outcomes
Automate analytics and data science
Embed intelligent decisioning
Deploy and share analytics in hours

Alteryx Features Include:

Some of the most valuable Alteryx features include:

Scalability, stability, flexibility, fast performance, no-code analytics, data processing, business logic wrapping, scheduling, ease of use, data blending from different platforms, geo-referencing, good customization capabilities, drag and drop functionality, intuitive user interface, connectors, machine learning, macros, simple GUI, integration with Python, good data transformation, good documentation, multiple database merging, and easy deployment.

Alteryx Can Be Used For:

Combining and manipulating data within spreadsheets: Alteryx can be used in situations where complex data manipulation occurs. It can handle large data quickly, and the process is much simpler to see and understand.
Database access and supplementing SQL development: Alteryx has several sets of database connectors and functions, including many functions that your average database does not. Alteryx can work with data from multiple databases or areas within a database. It allows users to filter, sort, calculate, etc. as they would commonly do in SQL or an ETL tool.
API, cloud, and hybrid access: Alteryx can read and write data in databases, files, REST APIs, and a myriad of other locations (with the correct permissions). When a workflow is published, you can also call a workflow through a REST API to start it.
Data science: Alteryx provides pre-built models that are extremely useful for data scientists who may have limited programming skills and also gives you the ability to add R or Python code directly within a workflow.
Geospatial analysis: Alteryx gives users drag-and-drop tools to geocode, plot, and map locations, customers, competitors, or anything that has a location (employee, truck, pipeline, etc.).
Reports and dashboards: Alteryx provides built-in tools that enable the building of reports and dashboards.

Alteryx Benefits

Some of the benefits of using Alteryx include
:

Saves time: Alteryx helps shorten the time required to start analyzing data and looking for insights, minimizing the tasks that do not add value to the business and maximizing the analysis phase.
Clear tool configurations: Alteryx provides simple and concise tool configurations that are quick and easy to set.
Excellent workflow compatibility.
Reduced development time: Alteryx has an extensive gallery of user-developed analytic applications that helps to reduce development time.
Fast data loading: Alteryx has tools that make it very effective when working with big data sets.
No-code, low-code analytic building blocks: You can prep, blend, and analyze data to enable highly configurable and repeatable workflows.
Machine learning: Alteryx allows you to quickly create properly trained algorithms that are ready to deploy.

Reviews from Real Users

"Automation is the most valuable aspect for us. The ability to wrap business logic around the data is very helpful." - Theresa M., Senior Capacity Planner at a financial services firm

"Alteryx has made us more agile and increased the speed and effectiveness of decision making." - Richard F., Director, Digital Experience & Media at Qdoba Restaurant Corporation

"The scheduling feature for the automation is excellent." - Data Analytics Engineer at a tech services company

"The product is very stable and super fast, five-star. It's significantly more stable than its nearest competitor." - Director at a non-tech company

“A complete solution with very good user experience and a nice user interface.” - Solutions Consultant at a tech services company

"There are a lot of good customization capabilities." - Advance Analytics PO at a pharma/biotech company

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