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Apache Web Server vs SAP NetWeaver Business Rules Management [EOL] comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Apr 15, 2026

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Categories and Ranking

Apache Web Server
Ranking in Application Infrastructure
5th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
24
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
SAP NetWeaver Business Rule...
Ranking in Application Infrastructure
22nd
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.1
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Application Infrastructure category, the mindshare of Apache Web Server is 9.4%, down from 10.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP NetWeaver Business Rules Management [EOL] is 1.3%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Application Infrastructure Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Apache Web Server9.4%
SAP NetWeaver Business Rules Management1.3%
Other89.3%
Application Infrastructure
 

Featured Reviews

Dimitrios Zigkos - PeerSpot reviewer
Enterprise Architect at Smals vzw
Faced limitations with integration and long-term adaptability but benefited from a lightweight architecture for standalone applications
I find valuable and beneficial the independence that comes with Apache Web Server. You can build a small project using a simple application server without bothering too much about how to manage it. The compatibility with multiple operating systems has helped my operations since most of the time we use Linux. Some systems rely on Windows, but they are few; in the past, Windows was the dominant operating system for mainstream PCs and infrastructure, but not for business. All the companies I worked for had 90% Linux and maybe up to 10% Windows. The initial setup of Apache Web Server was straightforward and okay.
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Architecte SAP & Infrastructure at Teamwork
Good stability and good visibility but requires a better user interface
We're an SAP partner. We do also deploy some clients to the cloud, but 95% of the work we do with the solution is on-premises. I'd rate the solution six out of ten. I'm an architect, so I don't know enough about the implementation side to really be able to share any relevant first-hand experience in regards to setting the solution up.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Depending on what operating system you are using, you can have a website up in no time using Apache web server."
"It's very stable, and it hosts one of the biggest of many biggest web applications in the world."
"Most of the features I liked were related to the performance during peak hours."
"The open-source nature is one of its most significant advantages."
"Apache Web Server is free of cost."
"The solution's most valuable feature is reporting."
"It's very stable, and it hosts one of the biggest of many biggest web applications in the world."
"Its community is its most valuable feature, and solving problems is easier on Apache because so many people know this product."
"There are many features of the solution that are quite useful. For us, the most valuable aspect may be visibility."
"There are many features of the solution that are quite useful; for us, the most valuable aspect may be visibility."
 

Cons

"Things change very fast. We're always on the lookout for better approaches and tools. If the solution falls behind, we may have to switch."
"Apache Server and the Nginx also do not require any licenses, and I think because of this that the support is not so good for us."
"It would be great if technical support for Apache were available in Iran. It is a very important need."
"There is a security-related problem that depends on the web server's configuration."
"The product's initial setup process could be easier for users."
"The GUI for the less experienced users needs some improvement. For some companies, it is hard to configure it if they have not had any experience."
"A monitoring interface would be great for this product. The monitoring dashboards for Apache's models are not included in the basic installation. You can install the basic monitoring model, then connect this model to another monitoring system."
"Adding a reverse proxy to Apache Web Server would be a significant improvement."
"The solution could improve its user interface."
"The solution could improve its user interface."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is no licensing cost for the product."
"It is a free-of-cost solution."
"It is an open-source solution."
"The apache software is free, open-source."
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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
10%
Construction Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
10%
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Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise11
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Apache Web Server?
There are no fees associated with the usage of Apache Web Server in my projects. If you want to have support, then there is some cost, but today I do not know how many companies pay for that servic...
What needs improvement with Apache Web Server?
I would like to see improvements in the functionality and core of Apache Web Server, focusing on building an infrastructure that can be resilient and robust enough to handle resource shortages, and...
What is your primary use case for Apache Web Server?
I am currently working with Apache Web Server in my projects because I'm an architect. Some years ago, it was the application server and the web server; it was Apache Daemon and Apache, the web ser...
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Also Known As

Apache HTTP Server
NetWeaver Business Rules Management
 

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