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Catalyst by Zoho vs MuleSoft Composer comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 22, 2026

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Categories and Ranking

Catalyst by Zoho
Ranking in Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)
20th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
4.7
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
MuleSoft Composer
Ranking in Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)
16th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.2
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
Data Integration (50th), Cloud Data Integration (24th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) category, the mindshare of Catalyst by Zoho is 0.4%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MuleSoft Composer is 2.8%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
MuleSoft Composer2.8%
Catalyst by Zoho0.4%
Other96.8%
Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)
 

Featured Reviews

Hunbel CH - PeerSpot reviewer
Lead Software Engineer at Nexo Solutions Ltd
Custom map and AI image checks have transformed how technicians manage and inspect kiosks
I believe the areas of Catalyst by Zoho that could be improved in the future include Python support. Currently, it only supports an outdated Python version. Python 3.15 is current, but the only available version is 3.9, limiting the ability to install many libraries and deploy applications effectively. Regarding improvements for data encryption and identity management, when building an application inside Catalyst and later integrating it with other applications, I find that it does not work well with other Zoho applications, even though they share the same organization. They do not have the same origin, and facing CORS errors while embedding them is a significant issue. The need for authenticating iframes back and forth is not ideal, making the experience less favorable. In terms of data storage options in Catalyst by Zoho, I have not used it extensively. I have primarily utilized it for processing tokens and caching, and to that extent, I perceive it as good. However, I believe if we were entirely dependent on it, the performance might not be satisfactory.
reviewer2763903 - PeerSpot reviewer
BTP Architect at a government with 1,001-5,000 employees
Has supported on-premise deployments well but could improve tool consolidation and flow development flexibility
I have analyzed but haven't used MuleSoft Composer extensively. I am not very proficient in the subject of pricing. Both platforms are performing well. If a customer is more SAP-centric, it makes sense to consider integration suite because of the predefined content. A customer will need to have SAP BTP for side-by-side application extensions. MuleSoft Composer is powerful and flexible in terms of installation options, with runtime either on cloud or fully on-premise. It is quite a popular platform. MuleSoft Composer might be less expensive than SAP integration suite, though this is an assumption as I haven't compared prices. I am accustomed to learning and studying with SAP documentation. The organization is more convenient for me, though there are plenty of documentation and resources for MuleSoft Composer as well. The context is the primary consideration. If a customer uses multiple SAP solutions, not just SAP for accounting, it makes sense to consider the integration suite due to better SAP compatibility. When SAP introduces new interface technology, integration suite will be the first to support it, while MuleSoft Composer will need time to develop new connectors. I rate this solution a six out of ten.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I find the features and capabilities of Catalyst by Zoho to be valuable, especially regarding its backend and frontend."
"The advantage of using MuleSoft as part as the Salesforce ecosystem is that anything new they build is guaranteed to work with the new features that are coming from the other side."
"The way Composer organizes and manages integration processes is most beneficial. We can easily monitor what's running and what isn't and troubleshoot any data integration issues."
"The solution invokes some RPS from Composer and then sends emails and flat notifications. It helps us integrate with any third-party SAPE or integration tools."
"The functionality of MuleSoft to connect with any database is the most important feature."
"The prebuilt connectors have saved our customers a lot of time and money."
"MuleSoft Composer is powerful and flexible in terms of installation options, with runtime either on cloud or fully on-premise."
"The product is easy to use. You don't need programming skills to use it."
"If you are a Salesforce customer, it is best for you to use Composer because you're going to remain in the same ecosystem."
 

Cons

"I have used the data encryption and identity management features of Catalyst by Zoho for authentication, but my experience has not been very satisfactory as it lacks robustness."
"I used Anypoint Studio, which is good though not very flexible."
"There is also one limitation. We cannot see logs, latencies, or request counts."
"The technical support team's response time must be improved."
"This solution could be improved by offering more integrations with other platforms."
"One additional feature they could add might be something like regional prices. Since we're based in Brazil, we pay in dollars but earn in Brazilian Real."
"MuleSoft Composer needs to improve its interface and scalability."
"There are some challenges with API sharing in Composer."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"Salesforce is licensed by user and by products and so pricing depending on what your requirements are."
"The tool is a bit expensive."
"It's costly, especially for Indian clients."
"MuleSoft Composer is affordable, and I rate its pricing a five to six out of ten."
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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company
14%
Comms Service Provider
13%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Construction Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Small Business3
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise2
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Catalyst by Zoho?
Regarding the pricing and licensing of Catalyst by Zoho, I understand that if you have Zoho One, your charges depend on your usage and how many credits you purchase. However, I am not aware of the ...
What needs improvement with Catalyst by Zoho?
I believe the areas of Catalyst by Zoho that could be improved in the future include Python support. Currently, it only supports an outdated Python version. Python 3.15 is current, but the only ava...
What is your primary use case for Catalyst by Zoho?
My usual use case for Catalyst by Zoho involves a recent client from approximately two months prior who operates a business related to kiosks in the US. They ran a proper management system for thos...
What needs improvement with MuleSoft Composer?
I used Anypoint Studio, which is good though not very flexible. It seems strange that some functionality from MuleSoft Composer is available from Eclipse and some from Visual Code. It would be bett...
What is your primary use case for MuleSoft Composer?
I have been using it for a few months. I need to understand how MuleSoft Composer works and how the workflows are organized when we receive a request from a customer to estimate the complexity of m...
 

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MuleSoft Composer for Salesforce
 

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