Azure Data Factory vs SAS Viya Platform comparison

Microsoft and SAS are both solutions in the Data Integration category. Microsoft is ranked #5 with an average rating of 7.9, while SAS is ranked #21 with an average rating of 7.8. Microsoft holds a 2.3% mindshare in DI, compared to SAS’s 0.4% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of SAS users who would recommend it.

Azure Data Factory

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100% willing to recommend

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We performed a comparison between Azure Data Factory and SAS Viya Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Integration solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Azure Data Factory vs. SAS Viya Platform

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score

5.3

Users praise Azure Data Factory for improved ROI through cost savings, enhanced integration, and increased operational efficiency and satisfaction.

Sentiment score

4.2

Organizations see high ROI from SAS Viya Platform due to automation, scalability, and improved efficiency, enhancing productivity and revenue.

Our stakeholders and clients have expressed satisfaction with Azure Data Factory's efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Deena Thayalan

Data Engineer at Vthinktechnologies

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I have seen a return on investment with SAS Viya Platform in the form of money saved, as this is scalable and on the cloud, whereas previously we had to pay for space and on-premises servers.

reviewer2783847

Director, Lead, Ri Technical Solutions at a insurance company with 10,001+ employees

We generate revenue from the data visualization options, which is a very important key aspect for return of investment.

Namanjbaraiya Baru

Biostatistician at Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd.

The relevant metrics definitely show time saved because it is able to crunch 50 to 60,000 rows of numbers in a matter of five to ten minutes, which is a huge improvement.

Shihabbinsultan Bin Sultan

Computer Instructor at Carleton University

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

6.2

Azure Data Factory support is mixed; praised for responsiveness and documentation, but some find it slow and inadequate.

Sentiment score

5.3

SAS Viya's customer service is praised for responsiveness and professionalism, with mature AI and flexible programming language support.

On a scale of one to ten, I would rate the technical support as nine.

Hafiz Abdul Mannan

Senior Consultant Oracle Technologies at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

The technical support from Microsoft is rated an eight out of ten.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

The technical support is responsive and helpful

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

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I would rate customer support for SAS Viya Platform a 10 out of 10.

Namanjbaraiya Baru

Biostatistician at Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd.

we have received help whenever we have asked, and their response time is quite fast

reviewer1519497

Senior Data Analyst at a government with 201-500 employees

we got the solution on time

reviewer2837175

Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

7.3

Azure Data Factory is praised for its scalability and flexibility, despite some integration issues in older tiers.

Sentiment score

5.6

SAS Viya Platform efficiently scales to meet growing data and user needs, offering stable, cloud-based performance across projects.

Azure Data Factory is highly scalable.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

I did not experience scalability issues.

SubrataDey

Principal Data Engineer at Oracle

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We have not had a problem, and it is because it is on the cloud, it scales quite well.

reviewer2783847

Director, Lead, Ri Technical Solutions at a insurance company with 10,001+ employees

SAS Viya Platform is quite scalable and can handle large data volumes.

reviewer1519497

Senior Data Analyst at a government with 201-500 employees

SAS Viya Platform's scalability is great; it can be scaled throughout the project, even company-wide.

reviewer2837175

Technical Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.8

Azure Data Factory is stable and dependable, despite occasional connection issues and challenges with SQL query optimization.

Sentiment score

7.8

SAS Viya Platform is praised for stability and scalability despite occasional lag, with efficient support addressing issues effectively.

The solution has a high level of stability, roughly a nine out of ten.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

It gives me the accurate result.

Kunal Das

Test Engineer at Happiest Minds Technologies

I have been using Azure Data Factory for a very long time, and I did not find too many issues.

SubrataDey

Principal Data Engineer at Oracle

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SAS Viya Platform is good, scalable, and stable.

reviewer2847486

Data & BI Architect at a outsourcing company with 5,001-10,000 employees

In my experience, SAS Viya Platform is stable and perfect.

Shihabbinsultan Bin Sultan

Computer Instructor at Carleton University

SAS Viya Platform's output has been very robust and accurate.

davidmwilliams

CIO / CTO / Head Of Data at Data Excellence

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Room For Improvement

Azure Data Factory users experience setup complexity, connectivity issues, and seek improved performance, automation, and integration with other platforms.

SAS Viya struggles with complex interface, high costs, integration challenges, and user demands for better performance and customization.

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.

Hafiz Abdul Mannan

Senior Consultant Oracle Technologies at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

If I am making a pipeline, it should give me suggestions, such as which activity should be used, so that I don't have to remember each activity.

Kunal Das

Test Engineer at Happiest Minds Technologies

Incorporating more dedicated API sources to specific services like HubSpot CRM or Salesforce would be beneficial.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

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Two main improvements would transform this into a great tool: improving the UI and calculation capabilities, and merging AI capabilities.

reviewer2847486

Data & BI Architect at a outsourcing company with 5,001-10,000 employees

The cost is also quite high; SAS Viya Platform via SaaS can be expensive compared to some open-source or other cloud alternatives.

Khushal Jdai

Assistant Manager Data Analytics (WFM) at Johari Digital Healthcare Limited

In comparison, other packages I have used are more complete and less divided; SAS is quite divided, particularly with quality control, which used to be included, but now requires separate packages for control charts and so on.

reviewer1519497

Senior Data Analyst at a government with 201-500 employees

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Setup Cost

Azure Data Factory provides cost-effective, usage-based pricing suitable for various budgets, with expenses depending on data volume and services.

Enterprise users find SAS Viya Platform cost-effective and efficient, despite some online claims of potential high expense.

The pricing is cost-effective.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Analytics Officer at Idiro Analytics

It is considered cost-effective.

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

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I did check with Reddit and they indicated that SAS Viya Platform is a pretty expensive program.

Shihabbinsultan Bin Sultan

Computer Instructor at Carleton University

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is very positive, as the pricing is good and efficient for my organization.

Namanjbaraiya Baru

Biostatistician at Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for SAS Viya Platform was smooth.

reviewer2783847

Director, Lead, Ri Technical Solutions at a insurance company with 10,001+ employees

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Valuable Features

Azure Data Factory offers scalable ETL solutions with user-friendly interface, seamless Azure integration, robust orchestration, and effective dataset handling.

SAS Viya Platform boosts efficiency with AI support, real-time processing, in-memory performance, and no-code functionalities, enhancing data tasks.

It connects to different sources out-of-the-box, making integration much easier.

Joy Maitra

Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies Limited

The platform excels in handling major datasets, particularly when working with Power BI for reporting purposes.

Deena Thayalan

Data Engineer at Vthinktechnologies

Regarding the integration feature in Azure Data Factory, the integration part is excellent; we have major source connectors, so we can integrate the data from different data sources and also perform basic transformation while transforming, which is a great feature in Azure Data Factory.

KandaswamyMuthukrishnan

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

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SAS Viya Platform has improved the speed, scalability, and accessibility of data, leading to more efficient and informed decision-making.

Khushal Jdai

Assistant Manager Data Analytics (WFM) at Johari Digital Healthcare Limited

SAS Viya Platform has positively impacted my organization by saving time compared to when we were using SAS 9.4.

Kunchepu Vijay

SAS Developer at XpertDox

The speed and documentation of SAS Viya Platform helped me in my coursework because we were having very intense analyses done and we needed to submit a lot of assignments and analyses as quickly as possible.

Shihabbinsultan Bin Sultan

Computer Instructor at Carleton University

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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)

SAS Viya Platform

Ranking in Data Integration

21st

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

5.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Quality (6th), Data Governance (11th), Data Management Platforms (DMP) (6th)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Data Integration category, the mindshare of Azure Data Factory is 2.3%, down from 7.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAS Viya Platform is 0.4%. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Integration Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Azure Data Factory	2.3%
SAS Viya Platform	0.4%
Other	97.3%

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Featured Reviews

Kunal Das

Test Engineer at Happiest Minds Technologies

Drag-and-drop pipelines have saved days of work and now automate data movement and backfilling

If the AI features were more improved so that I don't have to provide each and every detail, Azure Data Factory could be improved in a much better way by improving the AI features. For example, if I want to fetch any data from a raw source, I need to provide each and every detail. But if I am just uploading my raw data and if AI will sync with that data, it can analyze that data and give me proper suggestions on how that should be done in a proper way. Automatic suggestions could improve in a much better way. As I have mentioned, the AI features as well as more drag-and-drop activities could be improved. If I am making a pipeline, it should give me suggestions, such as which activity should be used, so that I don't have to remember each activity. If I have used one activity, I shouldn't have to remember what activity should I use next. It should give auto-suggestions. That is why I have given a nine out of 10. Currently, I don't know about its governance and security, but in view of its improvement, I think Azure Data Factory should improve in these areas. As I already mentioned, the AI features should be improved. Also, the auto-suggestion features should also improve.

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Khushal Jdai

Assistant Manager Data Analytics (WFM) at Johari Digital Healthcare Limited

Modern analytics has transformed large data into faster insights and streamlined reporting

There are some areas of improvement I would mention regarding SAS Viya Platform. New users may find it complex initially, as its learning curve can be steep. Understanding CAS and different components is very challenging for a new user. The cost is also quite high; SAS Viya Platform via SaaS can be expensive compared to some open-source or other cloud alternatives. There are also some limitations in Visual Analytics. While it is easy to use, it could be more flexible compared to Power BI or Tableau. These are the main improvement areas where SAS Viya Platform should focus. I would add some additional pointers about needed improvements in SAS Viya Platform. Regarding customer support, it is good, but the response time for complex issues can sometimes be slower than expected. The documentation and learning resources are not very beginner-friendly, making it challenging for beginners to navigate. Regarding integration, it could be smoother with Databricks, Snowflake, and Power BI, but it is more complex than it should be. Since updates are automatic, users are sometimes not fully aware of changes or new features that are being updated, as compared to Power BI, which publishes updates on its website. SAS Viya Platform should work on these aspects.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Construction Company

24%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Healthcare Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	31
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	64

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	10
Large Enterprise	8

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 SAS Viya Platform?

I am not much aware of the pricing, setup cost, and licensing of SAS Viya Platform because that was handled by the administrator. However, I do not think it is too costly to use. I never did a comp...

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What needs improvement with SAS Viya Platform?

I would rate SAS Viya Platform an eight on a scale of one to ten. I chose an eight because it is a great product that we rely on heavily. However, the complexity of licensing and learning curves fo...

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What is your primary use case for SAS Viya Platform?

Our main use case for SAS Viya Platform is analytics, particularly predictive analytics to determine demand planning and forecasting of stock. We are also interested in exploring ways we can use it...

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Comparisons

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Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) vs Azure Data Factory

Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) vs Azure Data Factory

Compared 3% of the time

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Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) vs SAS Viya Platform

Compared 24% of the time

Palantir Foundry vs SAS Viya Platform

Compared 17% of the time

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Compared 14% of the time

Microsoft Fabric vs SAS Viya Platform

Compared 13% of the time

Databricks vs SAS Viya Platform

Compared 8% 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.

Microsoft

SAS Viya Platform is an advanced data management and analytics tool designed to deliver powerful insights and foster collaboration across teams. It provides flexible and scalable solutions for data analysis, perfect for tech-savvy professionals seeking robust analytics capabilities.

SAS Viya Platform enhances data-driven decisions with its cloud-enabled analytics capabilities. By supporting open-source integration and visual data manipulation, it caters to a diverse range of analytical needs. Its innovative approach to machine learning and AI streamlines operations, helping companies achieve efficient data utilization strategies across departments. Offering robust technical support, it facilitates seamless implementation and rapid adoption, making it ideal for informed analytics exploration.

What are the key features of SAS Viya Platform?

Open Integration: Easily integrates with open-source tools, enhancing adaptability and flexibility.
Scalable Architecture: Designed for easy scalability to accommodate growing data needs.
Machine Learning Capabilities: Offers innovative machine learning tools for enhanced predictive analytics.
Visual Data Exploration: Provides intuitive visual interfaces for comprehensive data analysis.
Robust Security: Ensures data protection with advanced security measures.

What benefits or ROI should users look for in reviews?

Enhanced Efficiency: Increases operational efficiency with streamlined data processes and workflows.
Cost-Effective Scalability: Lowers costs by offering flexible and scalable solutions.
Comprehensive Support: Offers extensive technical support for smooth adoption and use.
Improved Decision-Making: Provides deep insights that inform strategic decisions.
Data-Driven Innovation: Encourages innovative approaches in analytics through powerful tools.

SAS Viya Platform is widely adopted across industries like banking, healthcare, and retail, offering tailored analytics solutions to address industry-specific challenges. In healthcare, for instance, it streamlines patient data insights, while in banking, it optimizes fraud detection processes. In retail, it enhances customer experience analytics, demonstrating its versatile application.

SAS

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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