Ardoq vs iServer comparison

Ardoq and Orbus Software are both solutions in the Enterprise Architecture Management category. Ardoq is ranked #11 with an average rating of 7.5, while Orbus Software is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.0. Ardoq holds a 3.4% mindshare in AM, compared to Orbus Software’s 4.5% mindshare. Additionally, 50% of Ardoq users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of Orbus Software users who would recommend it.

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85% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

iServer and Ardoq are competing products in the enterprise architecture software space. Ardoq has the upper hand in integration capabilities, making it a preferred choice for complex environments.

Features: iServer is praised for its extensive repository management and customization options, allowing tailored solutions. It offers flexibility through its bespoke features. Ardoq stands out with dynamic visualizations and automated documentation, which streamline architecture processes, and emphasizes real-time updates. It integrates seamlessly with various systems, providing enhanced user experience.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: iServer offers straightforward deployment with robust support, suitable for organizations needing immediate assistance. Ardoq features a flexible deployment model favoring cloud applications, which benefits evolving infrastructures. iServer focuses on support efficiency, while Ardoq excels in cloud adaptability.

Pricing and ROI: iServer requires a significant setup cost but offers gradual ROI through comprehensive tools. Ardoq presents a more cost-effective entry point with quicker returns due to reduced initial outlay and a focus on process optimization. While iServer justifies its price with long-term benefits, Ardoq attracts companies prioritizing budget and rapid gains.

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Categories and Ranking

Ardoq

Ranking in Enterprise Architecture Management

11th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

5.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

iServer

Ranking in Enterprise Architecture Management

8th

Average Rating

7.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Process Design (17th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Enterprise Architecture Management category, the mindshare of Ardoq is 3.4%, up from 3.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of iServer is 4.5%, up from 4.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Enterprise Architecture Management

Featured Reviews

Anthony Houghton

Data Architect at UK Research and Innovatio

Provides stable performance and scalability but not intuitive for data modeling

Overall, I would rate it around six out of ten. The training environment wasn't very intuitive, but maybe with more use, it will get better. We need to learn to navigate it. So, there is a potential learning curve in this tool. I use it once in a blue moon, and not very frequently because I have not found it very intuitive.

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Antonios Lazanakis

Senior IT Solution Architect at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

Flexible, easy to use, and easy to import data

We use iServer to establish an enterprise architecture function in our organization iServer is a very flexible platform for defining your own enterprise architecture model. It is very easy to import data, and we also have good integration with Visual Drawing Tools and SharePoint. The solution is…

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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

"Snapshots are the most valuable feature."

"It is a stable solution."

"I have to think less with this solution. It's simple."

"The solution is easily modified to suit your needs."

"This flexibility is the most helpful part in the standard version."

"This is a flexible tool compared to some other solutions."

"The initial setup is easy."

"Good and effective reporting features, which help in decision making."

"iServer has valuable features for workflow and document management."

"Integrating the Microsoft documents to the product and visualization matrix where we can see the end-to-end relationship of the network is of great importance to our company."

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Cons

"Scalability as a standalone system is good, given the information that has been described inside Ardoq. But not the scalability as a third-party system or with integration with other systems. Because in this direction, the scalability is about zero for Ardoq."

"The training environment wasn't very intuitive, but maybe with more use, it will get better."

"The performance is slow, which is something that should be improved."

"It definitely needs help to improve the visual aspect of the solution."

"Cannot see which activities are control activities."

"The one issue is that if you want to import predefined work, you need to put the licensing model in. So if you wanted to import work that was done before, you then need to buy a separate product for that."

"iServer should invest in enhancing the capabilities of the embedded drawing tool, draw.io."

"Requirements management needs to be improved."

"iServer is a solid tool. Occasionally, we needed to contact the vendor to clarify details such as porting issues, missing components, and model specifics."

"More visualization techniques and ways to report the data might be helpful."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We pay for extended support."

"It's about 13K to set up and 9K for the license for three months. I think it's about 20K a year, but we haven't firmed up on pricing yet because the price depends on how long we commit to the solution."

"They offer annual subscriptions for developing countries, which are not affordable for small or medium businesses."

"The solution is cheaper than its competitors."

"The product has a moderate pricing."

"Aim for the exact number of people who shall define/review approve and view the processes, as it will impact the cost."

"The price of iServer is reasonable compared to other solutions."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

18%

Government

University

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

19%

Government

13%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

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Questions from the Community

Any experience with Strategic Project Portfolio Management Solutions?

Hi @Cheryl Joseph Looking at the crossover between Project and Portfolio management with EA, then Planview could be a good choice. If looking at Portfolio Management from an EA perspective then Le...

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What do you like most about Ardoq?

It is a stable solution.

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What needs improvement with Ardoq?

It doesn't seem good for data modeling. So, I would like to see some features related to that in future releases.

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What do you like most about iServer?

iServer has valuable features for workflow and document management.

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What needs improvement with iServer?

iServer should invest in enhancing the capabilities of the embedded drawing tool, draw.io. draw.io is a drawing tool used to draw architectural diagrams, flow diagrams, etc. It is an alternative to...

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What is your primary use case for iServer?

We use iServer to establish an enterprise architecture function in our organization.

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Overview

A Dynamic and Data-Driven Approach to Enterprise Architecture
Engage and connect stakeholders across the organization with business-friendly visualizations understandable to all.

Ardoq

iServer is a unified software platform and enterprise modeling environment that extends and enhances the familiar, market leading Microsoft Visio and Office products. Core capabilities provided by iServer include an enhanced Microsoft Visio diagramming interface, a powerful central repository for all enterprise architecture or business process models and documentation, and a range of tools for visualization, analysis and decision making.

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Barclays, Cathay Pacific, Deloitte, British Gas, MasterCard

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