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We performed a comparison between Dataloader.io and Fivetran 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.

To learn more, read our detailed Dataloader.io vs. Fivetran Report (Updated: March 2026).

Dataloader.io vs. Fivetran

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Categories and Ranking

Dataloader.io

Ranking in Data Integration

50th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Fivetran

Ranking in Data Integration

12th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Replication (3rd), Cloud Data Integration (8th)

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Data Integration category, the mindshare of Dataloader.io is 0.6%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fivetran is 1.9%, down from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Integration Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Fivetran	1.9%
Dataloader.io	0.6%
Other	97.5%

Data Integration

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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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Hafiz Usman

Team Lead Data Engineer at Data Pilot

Has accelerated data integration workflows and supports seamless development of custom connectors

I've worked extensively with Fivetran, mainly used for extraction purposes, and I've worked with the transformation element in it as well. Fivetran not only has built-in connectors but also provides SDK connectors, allowing us to develop our own connectors in an easy manner. I don't have to write raw Python scripts or dumping scripts; it offers straightforward examples and guidelines, making it much simpler to develop custom connectors inside Fivetran. We've been able to develop many custom connectors as well, which is unique and beneficial for having everything centralized instead of having those connectors located elsewhere. One of the best features by Fivetran is its clean, simple, and intuitive UI. It includes a transformation section where I can deploy my DBT queries and scripts. It also supplies good tracking capabilities for billing estimates and user permissions, allowing for customization to the desired level. The number of connectors it has remains a standout feature, and within connectors, the options available are very helpful. Although it sometimes appears static due to its built-in nature, it offers good flexibility for data transformation and caching, which I appreciate because it saves us extensive script-writing time.

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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

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

"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."

"Fivetran's technical support is really good, and if you're on their enterprise plan, they usually respond within an hour and keep you continuously updated on progress."

"The product is very easy to use and very easy to configure."

"It is easy for users to get accustomed to the tool due to its gentle learning curve and clear error transparency."

"SysTrack load is the best feature."

"The portal is very intuitive and easy to use."

"For us, Fivetran has been able to scale both in terms of the data we bring into our warehouse and the amount of data that we use as well."

"Fivetran provides time savings, cost reductions, and improvements in data quality, and when the time investment decreases, fewer developers are needed, which means significant savings."

"Fivetran is an easy-to-deploy solution for organizations looking at integrating a wide variety of data sources."

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Cons

"DataLoader has limitations, including constraints with file sizes and transactions."

"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."

"There is not a lot of options to customize the pipeline, and the cost is high."

"We use a separate tool for "reverse ETL", which is the opposite of what Fivetran does; it pushes data from your data warehouse back out to business applications. If Fivetran pulls data from those same applications, they should also enable users to push it back. I would love to do both ETL and reverse ETL in the same tool."

"An in-line data quality checking capability is missing"

"Fivetran would be improved by adding the ability to integrate the data from third-party APIs."

"I would like for them to incorporate additional transformations. A valuable aspect of the product is that it does inflight transformations and that could be expanded."

"The interface needs to be more user-friendly."

"Fivetran is very expensive for data sources with a lot of rows, such as email data. I would like to see cheaper pricing for data sources like that."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product is inexpensive and economical."

"The pricing model is okay and mid to large companies will not have an issue with it."

"The product is reasonably expensive"

"I can't give exact amounts because that's based on usage, but it's more expensive than some of its competitors."

"When you have a lot of workflows and complex use cases, pricing goes down as you use it more."

"Fivetran is very expensive, and its database-driven pricing model is outdated."

"The solution is affordable."

"In the first year, we were given a very good discount. It was approximately 20,000 Euros per year. In the third year, we purchased credit for two years and the price was 33,000 Euros per year."

"I don't have the exact information, but I know it is high, and it is on a yearly basis. There is no additional cost for what we're doing. We're always open to doing things cheaper, so we might potentially implement a different solution."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Retailer

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	16

Questions from the Community

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

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

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.

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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Does HVR Software provide reliable insights?

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How much traffic can HVR Software handle?

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Overview

Dataloader.io is the data loader for Salesforce. Use the most popular data loader for Salesforce to quickly and securely import, export and delete unlimited amounts of data for your enterprise. Get started quickly with our simple, 100% cloud solution.

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Fivetran, the global leader in data movement, is trusted by companies like OpenAI, LVMH, Pfizer, Verizon and Spotify to centralize data from SaaS applications, databases, files, and other sources into cloud destinations, including data lakes. With high-performance pipelines, seamless interoperability, and enterprise-grade security, Fivetran empowers organizations to modernize their data infrastructure, power analytics and AI, ensure compliance, and achieve transformative business outcomes. Learn more at Fivetran.com

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