Blue Prism Cloud vs Python RPA comparison

SS&C Blue Prism and Python RPA are both solutions in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) category. SS&C Blue Prism is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.5, while Python RPA is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.3. SS&C Blue Prism holds a 1.3% mindshare in RPA, compared to Python RPA’s 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of SS&C Blue Prism users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Python RPA users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 4, 2024

Blue Prism Cloud and Python RPA are competing in robotic process automation. Python RPA is considered to have the upper hand due to its extensive customization options for businesses needing tailored automation.

Features: Blue Prism Cloud features enterprise-level scalability, a comprehensive automation suite, and integration with existing systems. Python RPA offers extensive customization, community-driven modules, and significant flexibility.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Blue Prism Cloud includes a structured deployment model with extensive support channels. Python RPA provides a flexible deployment strategy, relying on community-driven support, benefiting companies with internal expertise.

Pricing and ROI: Blue Prism Cloud generally has higher setup costs with structured pricing, offering long-term ROI for enterprises needing robust solutions. Python RPA, with its open-source model, incurs lower initial costs and offers substantial ROI through flexible pricing and enhancements.

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Automate

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) category, the mindshare of Automate is 1.6%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Blue Prism Cloud is 1.3%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Python RPA is 2.0%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Featured Reviews

Anabel Marco

Account Director at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

Automates processes efficiently with cost-effective scaling and robust customer support

Web scraping is quite good since it offers a lot of possibilities. Another important feature for me is its compatibility with MBI, the Power that is ISEQUADO Centers. I appreciate the ability to scale and increase the number of bots or studios without additional expense. Automate's non-reliance on additional orchestrators makes it quite cost-effective.

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Keith Mcdowell

Chief Executive Officer at Keith F Kube and Associates

It helps us save on staff costs

I rate Blue Prism Cloud eight out of 10 for ease of setup. It's a cloud-based solution, so it isn't hard to set up. The deployment time is hard to quantify because I work for the government, and we need to go through all these internal reviews, but the technical part takes three to four weeks. The biggest challenge is security because we need to integrate it with Active Directory and set up VPN tunnels, security profiles, etc. We deployed Blue Prism in-house and used three people to set it up. One solution engineer is enough to maintain it.

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Natalia Raffo

Co - Founder & Chief Data Officer -CDO at Data360

Robust and good for data processing while being helpful for building data science use cases

The processing of data is good. We can use many different types of data, including images and videos. We can use different libraries to do better preprocessing of different types of data. We can do different models in recommendation systems for things like videos and sales strategy. We can do language processing or sentiment analysis to predict things for our clients. We can design and develop machine learning applications that can predict events. We can use these on libraries to solve complex problems when we have a lot of data. It's possible to use the solution with other tools. It's very agile. In the financial advisory and portfolio management space, several budget management applications are now available in the market. These have machine learning based functionality. In Python, I use different machine learning algorithms to enable customers to keep track of their expenses and provide recommendations on better savings. These are machine learning algorithms that customize financial portfolios by looking at income rate tolerance and preferences, et cetera.

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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

"Web scraping is quite good since it offers a lot of possibilities."

"We are still in the process of rolling it to production and tweaking it (our AD groups are a mess), but the improvements are priceless. Having users ID's created the same way every time without human error is the best part. We don't need to worry about why groups were not added, user rights not set to folders or missing a private folder being created, typos or just even knowing when things are done and logged."

"We have tried other RPA solutions like UiPath or Automation Anywhere. They are fantastic products but complex, and it's hard to understand everything. It would be best if you had a skilled developer or several. Automate is easy to implement, administer, and use. It's appropriate for us because our cases are simple and easy to automate. We don't need complicated tools with many features; We prefer to get a significant ROI quickly."

"A great feature that you seldom see in these kind of systems is the ability to use a database as trigger to launch a task. This is something I asked for a few years ago and that was added."

"The product effectively handles all the tasks we require."

"The pricing is excellent. I would give them perfect marks in that regard."

"It's very easy to use. That's a big selling point for it. It has got a drag-and-drop interface, so you can quickly deploy bots."

"I would rate the technical support as a nine out of ten because it is quite fast and courteous."

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"It is secure and supports unattended mode of operations."

"Blue Prism is well known for being used in banking and security organizations. Its security is superior compared to UiPath and other RPA tools."

"The user performance is the most valuable feature."

"Blue Prism Cloud is an easy to access and user-friendly solution."

"It's easy to use, the interface, the the the the queries is which we use. It's user friendly."

"Blue Prism Cloud is a stable solution."

"Ability to see the blueprint of the design executed alongside the actual process."

"The product itself is quite mature."

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"Instead of writing multiple lines of code, we can do it in a single statement."

"It's possible to use the solution with other tools. It's very agile."

"Keyword-driven automation has been beneficial in streamlining operations."

Cons

"The solution has a very weak knowledge base."

"It's possible that they could use a stronger community for seeking guidance and help."

"The intelligent automation feature could be improved. It's interesting because it's simple, but the automation quality isn't always good. It's easy to use, but sometimes you need to make a slight improvement to the automation, and that's not so easy."

"I would prefer not having to log in to update a ticket; being able to respond via email would be beneficial."

"The workflow for variables could be better. The input and output of task-level variables could be made a little clearer in terms of passing those around from one task to another upon success, etc. Things like that could be a little easier potentially."

"The OCR for Hebrew text needs to be improved."

"The interface could be more user-friendly and easier to navigate."

"The technical support could be better. We suffer from language barriers, as we are in Argentina."

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"Blue Prism could be more efficient in its resource use. Having one LPR agent per virtual machine wastes resources. If we could execute many applications at the same time, it would improve and optimize the resource used."

"I wouldn't call Blue Prism user-friendly. It's one of its downfalls. They would benefit from having drag and drop functionality, for example. It would make them a strong competitor in the space. There needs to be less reliance on coding for customization, similar to Microsoft's Power Automate."

"It takes a while to get up and running."

"I think that there are some improvements in the product performance that are needed in Blue Prism Cloud...The initial setup of the product needs a lot of time and effort."

"I personally would like the solution to be supporting more languages."

"I would like to see a web-based control room, rather than the one that is in-built with the desktop version."

"There is room for improvement in the speed."

"Blue Prism Cloud is a solid product that fulfils its intended functions well. Although there is room for improvement, it has integrated various cognitive and intelligent document processing features into a single product. But needs to effectively automate RPA processes despite some initial challenges addressed through product updates and new features."

More Blue Prism Cloud cons

"When we call an API and there is an error, it doesn't tell you what the error is."

"Support could be improved."

"It can be expensive to deploy a lot of models in the cloud, especially if there are large amounts of data."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I like the way this solution is priced because you can buy a license, or you can buy the software outright."

"Once you buy the software, you just pay for the support for backend help."

"It has gone up in price. The price of Fortra's Automate has increased since we first started using it. It does a lot but also costs a lot. It was a lot more affordable before Fortra owned the software."

"From a distributor's side, one of the biggest selling points is its price point. Without going into any numbers, compared to UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and Blue Prism, we're significantly cheaper. The main difference is that other competitors usually charge you per process. However, in Automate's case, it's priced per bot. So, a bot can run multiple processes at the same time, but you are only priced for a single bot."

"From a distributor's perspective, one of the biggest selling points of Automate is its price point."

"The cost is a bit high for a small business like ours, but we manage with Fortra's Automate."

"While solutions like UiPath and Blue Prism cost around $11,000-$12,000 for each license, this product costs around $7,000 and you can keep it forever."

"It comes with a package that costs approximately $20,000 USD per year."

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"There are many RPA solutions available from different vendors and the pricing for Blue Prism is competitive."

"The pricing for Blue Prism Cloud is two out of ten because it's higher than every other technology. My company is on a three-year Blue Prism Cloud license."

"The default configuration does not include large-scale log injection, but if you require, such integration, it may incur additional costs per gigabyte. I don't have the exact pricing information for log injection, but it is possible that it varies depending on the volume of data. While there may be a basic service included, additional features might come at an extra cost. When working with cloud environments like VMs, calculating costs involves considering factors such as usage duration, network traffic, inbound and outbound data transfer, as well as network access control. The pricing structure for cloud coverage solutions follows a similar pattern, although specific pricing details would need to be obtained separately."

"Annual licensing costs were somewhere between $5,000 - $10,000 for the development tool. For the control tower, I think fees were about $50,000 annually."

"There are costs for the machine to run the robots."

"I would rate the pricing a five out of ten, with one being cheap and ten being expensive."

"Blue Prism Cloud’s pricing is fine for commercial usage."

"Though I don't have many details, I think Blue Prism Cloud is an expensive product compared to the other tools in the market since you need to pay for resources like machines."

More Blue Prism Cloud pricing and cost advice

"The tool is not expensive."

"I am using an open-source solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

17%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Educational Organization

Financial Services Firm

16%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Government

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about HelpSystems AutoMate?

We use it for specific cases, mainly secure file transfers, which are vital for us. And it works for us.

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What is your primary use case for HelpSystems AutoMate?

I am a consultant and I am making a lot of processes in human resources, payroll, certifications, trainings, web scra...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortra Automate?

The pricing is quite good compared to its competitors. Competitors are often more expensive than Automate. I would ra...

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What do you like most about Blue Prism Cloud?

It's easy to use, the interface, the the the the queries is which we use. It's user friendly.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Blue Prism Cloud?

If we utilize Blue Prism's full capabilities, then it is cost-effective. Otherwise, the pricing can seem high. It req...

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What needs improvement with Blue Prism Cloud?

Decipher, one of their solutions, is a waste of time. Other than that, there's nothing specific I can think of.

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What do you like most about Python RPA?

Keyword-driven automation has been beneficial in streamlining operations.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Python RPA?

The tool is not expensive.

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What needs improvement with Python RPA?

I've worked with file detection for secure transactions. I use a machine learning model to predict events related to ...

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Comparisons

Microsoft Power Automate vs Automate

Compared 38% of the time

UiPath Platform vs Automate

Compared 35% of the time

Automation Anywhere vs Automate

Compared 8% of the time

Blue Prism vs Automate

Compared 7% of the time

VisualCron vs Automate

Compared 7% of the time

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UiPath Platform vs Blue Prism Cloud

Compared 19% of the time

Microsoft Power Automate vs Blue Prism Cloud

Compared 16% of the time

SAP Intelligent RPA vs Blue Prism Cloud

Compared 15% of the time

Blue Prism vs Blue Prism Cloud

Compared 15% of the time

Robocorp vs Blue Prism Cloud

Compared 13% of the time

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Automation Anywhere vs Python RPA

Compared 39% of the time

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Compared 39% of the time

UiPath Platform vs Python RPA

Compared 12% of the time

Blue Prism vs Python RPA

Compared 11% of the time

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Also Known As

HelpSystems Automate, Automate

Blue Prism Thoughtonomy Virtual Workforce, Blue Prism Virtual Workforce, Thoughtonomy Virtual Workforce

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Overview

Automate offers a user-friendly solution with a drag-and-drop interface for efficient task automation and integration with major platforms like SAP and Azure, making it ideal for quick deployment with minimal coding and training.

Automate provides powerful features for businesses seeking efficient automation, offering compatibility with databases, email integration, and cloud platforms. Its simple interface supports both beginners and experienced users, simplifying tasks like invoice processing, HR automation, and data transformation. Cost-effective pricing and flexible licensing enhance its appeal while integration capabilities and scheduling tools ensure smooth workflow automation.

What are Automate's Key Features?

Drag-and-Drop Interface: Simplifies automation with intuitive design.
Integration Capabilities: Connects with platforms like SAP and Azure for seamless data flow.
Database and FTP Triggers: Enhances automation potential through direct data interaction.
Efficient Scheduling: Automates tasks with precise timing and control.
Web Scraping: Automates data extraction for quick analysis and reporting.

What Benefits and ROI Should Users Expect?

Rapid Deployment: Minimizes coding efforts for quick implementation.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers flexible pricing models to suit budget constraints.
Operational Efficiency: Reduces manual workloads and enhances productivity.
Comprehensive Integration: Facilitates improved data management across systems.
Scalability: Adapts to growing business needs with ease.

In industries such as healthcare, banking, and logistics, Automate is used for tasks like invoice payment automation, data transformation, and task automation. This leads to streamlined processes and reduced manual workload, illustrating its value in enhancing operational efficiency through diversified workflows.

Fortra

The Thoughtonomy Virtual Workforce is a highly flexible intelligent automation platform. It uses software to replicate the way people work in existing applications and systems, the processes they follow, and the decisions they make, to deliver automation without disruption.

SS&C Blue Prism

Users employ Python RPA for automating repetitive tasks and streamlining workflows, reducing manual errors, and enhancing efficiency in processing data, web scraping, and application integration.

Python RPA is valued for its ability to handle complex automation processes, its flexibility, and its compatibility with different systems. It is particularly beneficial for large-scale data handling and business process automation. Users find the extensive library and strong community support helpful for swift issue resolution and knowledge sharing. Its intuitive design and clear documentation simplify the learning curve and implementation. However, documentation can lack depth, making troubleshooting challenging. The setup process can be cumbersome, requiring more intuitive guidance. Execution speed can be slow, causing inefficiencies in workflows, and there is a need for better support and resources for developers. Some users report difficulties with integration into existing systems, suggesting enhanced compatibility and flexibility are needed.

What are the key features?

Flexibility: Capable of handling a wide range of automation tasks.
Ease of Integration: Seamlessly integrates with different systems.
High Customization: Allows for tailored automation solutions.
Extensive Library: Provides comprehensive tools and resources.
Community Support: Strong user community for knowledge sharing.
Scalability: Efficient for various business process scales.
Intuitive Design: Simplifies learning and implementation.

What are the benefits and ROI?

Increased Efficiency: Reduces time spent on repetitive tasks.
Error Reduction: Minimizes manual errors.
Cost Savings: Decreases operational costs through automation.
Improved Accuracy: Enhances precision in data processing.
Scalable Solutions: Adapts to growing business needs.
Faster Processes: Streamlines workflows for quicker results.

In industries where large-scale data processing is essential, such as finance or healthcare, Python RPA helps automate data entry, validation, and reporting, significantly reducing manual labor and improving accuracy. In retail, it integrates with e-commerce platforms to automate order processing and inventory management, ensuring smooth operations. Other sectors, like logistics, benefit from Python RPA by streamlining dispatch and tracking processes, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Python RPA

Sample Customers

Aldergrove Financial Group, Preferred Health Professionals, Mindbeam Technologies, First Credit Union in British Columbia, Vestcom International, Prime Liberty Benefits, University of Tampa, CNLBancshares, World Precision Instruments, BJ's Restaurants, Globe Pequot Press, Accudata Technologies, Norton Healthcare, Pacific Toxicology Laboratories

Cabot Credit Management, Hovis, Utilita

Home Credit, Silimed, Hilton, Al Hilal Bank, Baskin and Robbins

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