Azure Data Factory vs Dataloader.io comparison

Microsoft and Salesforce are both solutions in the Data Integration category. Microsoft is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.1, while Salesforce is ranked #49 with an average rating of 7.0. Microsoft holds a 2.3% mindshare in DI, compared to Salesforce’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Salesforce users who would recommend it.

Azure Data Factory

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92% willing to recommend

Dataloader.io

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100% willing to recommend

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We performed a comparison between Azure Data Factory and Dataloader.io based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Azure Data Factory

Ranking in Data Integration

5th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Data Warehouse (7th)

Dataloader.io

Ranking in Data Integration

49th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2026, in the Data Integration category, the mindshare of Azure Data Factory is 2.3%, down from 7.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Dataloader.io is 0.7%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Integration Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Azure Data Factory	2.3%
Dataloader.io	0.7%
Other	97.0%

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KandaswamyMuthukrishnan

Director at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Integrates diverse data sources and streamlines ETL processes effectively

Regarding potential areas of improvement for Azure Data Factory, there is a need for better data transformation, especially since many people are now depending on DataBricks more for connectivity and data integration. Azure Data Factory should consider how to enhance integration or filtering for more transformations, such as integrating with Spark clusters. I am satisfied with Azure Data Factory so far, but I suggest integrating some AI functionality to analyze data during the transition itself, providing insights such as null records, common records, and duplicates without running a separate pipeline or job. The monitoring tools in Azure Data Factory are helpful for optimizing data pipelines; while the current feature is adequate, they can improve by creating a live dashboard to see the online process, including how much percentage has been completed, which will be very helpful for people who are monitoring the pipeline.

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reviewer2542599

Lead Database Administrator at a insurance company with 201-500 employees

Integrating external keys seamlessly while has transaction constraints

I find DataLoader's ability to easily integrate with external keys valuable, which is a bit more challenging with DBM. It provides automation for scheduling data loads, and we use the server's functionality for this. Additionally, DataLoader is cost-effective since it is free. As long as I have stable network access, uploading and downloading data is straightforward.

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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

"Azure Data Factory is a very easy to use tool."

"The data pipeline and the orchestration functionality are the most valuable aspects of the solution, and the interface is very good, as it seeks to be very responsive and intuitive."

"The most valuable feature is the ease in which you can create an ETL pipeline."

"The flexibility that Azure Data Factory offers is great."

"What I like best about Azure Data Factory is that it allows you to create pipelines, specifically ETL pipelines. I also like that Azure Data Factory has connectors and solves most of my company's problems."

"Its integrability with the rest of the activities on Azure is most valuable."

"The overall performance is quite good."

"Azure Data Factory is easy to use and integrates well, providing good classification to bring data from diverse parts of the data infrastructure, whether from CSV files coming from the Cisco server, MySQL, Excel machines, or local network data from remote files."

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"he product’s most valuable feature is ease of access."

"I find DataLoader's ability to easily integrate with external keys valuable, which is a bit more challenging with DBM."

"DataLoader is cost-effective since it is free."

Cons

"The speed and performance need to be improved."

"To my mind, the solution needs to be more connectable to its own services."

"While it has a range of connectors for various systems, such as ERP systems, the support for these connectors can be lacking."

"Data Factory's monitorability could be better."

"DataStage is easier to learn than Data Factory because it's more visual. Data Factory has some drag-and-drop options, but it's not as intuitive as DataStage. It would be better if they added more drag-and-drop features. You can start using DataStage without knowing the code. You don't need to learn how the code works before using the solution."

"There's space for improvement in the development process of the data pipelines."

"Additionally, the ability to handle the largest volumes of data is another concern; if I have to manage more than one terabyte of data every day, I am not comfortable dealing with Azure Data Factory and had to switch to Oracle Data Integrators (ODI) because it lacks performance features."

"Snowflake connectivity was recently added and if the vendor provided some videos on how to create data then that would be helpful."

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"We need help with large data migrations. It only works well for a few thousand records or less than a million records."

"Dataloader has limitations, including constraints with file sizes and transactions. Additionally, at times it can be slow, and when integrating DBM, we find it more complex than Dataloader."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Understanding the pricing model for Data Factory is quite complex."

"The cost is based on the amount of data sets that we are ingesting."

"The pricing model is based on usage and is not cheap."

"There's no licensing for Azure Data Factory, they have a consumption payment model. How often you are running the service and how long that service takes to run. The price can be approximately $500 to $1,000 per month but depends on the scaling."

"The pricing is pay-as-you-go or reserve instance. Of the two options, reserve instance is much cheaper."

"The solution is cheap."

"The licensing is a pay-as-you-go model, where you pay for what you consume."

"Pricing is comparable, it's somewhere in the middle."

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"The product is inexpensive and economical."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

12%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

20%

Comms Service Provider

15%

Transportation Company

Insurance Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	31
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	63

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Questions from the Community

How do you select the right cloud ETL tool?

AWS Glue and Azure Data factory for ELT best performance cloud services.

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How does Azure Data Factory compare with Informatica PowerCenter?

Azure Data Factory is flexible, modular, and works well. In terms of cost, it is not too pricey. It offers the stability and reliability I am looking for, good scalability, and is easy to set up an...

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How does Azure Data Factory compare with Informatica Cloud Data Integration?

Azure Data Factory is a solid product offering many transformation functions; It has pre-load and post-load transformations, allowing users to apply transformations either in code by using Power Q...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dataloader.io?

Dataloader.io is cost-effective, particularly since it is free.

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What needs improvement with Dataloader.io?

DataLoader has limitations, including constraints with file sizes and transactions. Additionally, at times it can be slow, and when integrating DBM, we find it more complex than DataLoader.

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What advice do you have for others considering Dataloader.io?

For small to mid-range businesses, DataLoader is perfectly fine, offering everything needed for uploading. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate DataLoader a seven or eight depending on specific n...

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Compared 3% of the time

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Overview

Azure Data Factory efficiently manages and integrates data from various sources, enabling seamless movement and transformation across platforms. Its valuable features include seamless integration with Azure services, handling large data volumes, flexible transformation, user-friendly interface, extensive connectors, and scalability. Users have experienced improved team performance, workflow simplification, enhanced collaboration, streamlined processes, and boosted productivity.

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Dataloader.io is a cloud-based application designed to simplify data import, export, and integration tasks. It caters to users looking for a straightforward data management tool that supports Salesforce.

Users benefit from Dataloader.io's ability to streamline workflows and automate repetitive data-handling processes. Its advanced capabilities allow businesses to efficiently manage large volumes of data, ensuring accuracy and consistency across Salesforce environments. With intuitive scheduling and user-friendly operations, Dataloader.io is a preferred choice for tech-savvy professionals aiming to enhance productivity.

What are the main features of Dataloader.io?

Cloud-based: Access Dataloader.io from anywhere without installation.
Data Scheduling: Automate data tasks to run at specified intervals.
OAuth Authentication: Securely connect to Salesforce without storing passwords.
Support for Bulk API: Handle large data sets efficiently to optimize processing time.
Export/Import: Move data to and from Salesforce easily.
Intuitive Interface: Simple navigation and operation to decrease the learning curve.

What benefits or ROI should be evaluated in reviews?

Time Efficiency: Reduction in manual data processes, freeing up resources.
Data Accuracy: Maintains consistency across Salesforce applications.
Cost Savings: Decreased overhead by minimizing manual intervention.
Scalability: Easily manages increased data volumes as business needs grow.

In industries like retail, Dataloader.io is valuable for managing large customer databases and inventory data. Financial services benefit from its accuracy in processing transaction data. The straightforward design aids sectors with significant data operations, ensuring efficient data handling and smooth information flow within Salesforce.

Salesforce

Sample Customers

1. Adobe 2. BMW 3. Coca-Cola 4. General Electric 5. Johnson & Johnson 6. LinkedIn 7. Mastercard 8. Nestle 9. Pfizer 10. Samsung 11. Siemens 12. Toyota 13. Unilever 14. Verizon 15. Walmart 16. Accenture 17. American Express 18. AT&T 19. Bank of America 20. Cisco 21. Deloitte 22. ExxonMobil 23. Ford 24. General Motors 25. IBM 26. JPMorgan Chase 27. Microsoft (Azure Data Factory is developed by Microsoft) 28. Oracle 29. Procter & Gamble 30. Salesforce 31. Shell 32. Visa

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