erwin Data Modeler vs iGrafx Process360 Live Platform comparison

Quest Software and iGrafx are both solutions in the Business Process Design category. Quest Software is ranked #9 with an average rating of 8.5, while iGrafx is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.0. Quest Software holds a 2.0% mindshare in BPD, compared to iGrafx’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of Quest Software users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 91% of iGrafx users who would recommend it.

erwin Data Modeler

Read 40 erwin Data Modeler reviews

4,967 Views
1,490 Comparison Views

95% willing to recommend

iGrafx Process360 Live Plat...

Read 17 iGrafx Process360 Live Platform reviews

1,278 Views
856 Comparison Views

91% willing to recommend

erwin Data Modeler

iGrafx Process360 Live Plat...

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Download the report

Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 19, 2025

iGrafx Process360 Live Platform and erwin Data Modeler compete in the process and data modeling category. While iGrafx is recognized for its accessible pricing and customer service, erwin distinguishes itself with an extensive feature set, justifying its higher price point.

Features: iGrafx Process360 Live offers process simulation, Minitab integration, and Six Sigma tools, enabling effective process management and analysis. Users appreciate its extensive BPMN and collaboration capabilities, along with a vast repository that aids in managing risk and compliance. erwin Data Modeler excels with comprehensive data modeling and design tools, complete with automation for database code generation and model comparisons. It provides reverse engineering, logical and physical data modeling, and supports various database platforms.

Room for Improvement: iGrafx could enhance user experience by streamlining its UI to appeal to customers focused on basic features. Expanding its integration capabilities would further improve its usefulness. Enhancing predictive analysis for non-digital assets is another potential improvement area. erwin Data Modeler would benefit from reducing complexity in deployment and improving its speed in comparing large data models. Compatibility with more platforms, such as Postgres, could broaden its usability. Simplifying bulk editing processes could further enhance user efficiency.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: iGrafx Process360 Live is noted for its easy deployment and responsive customer support, making it suitable for quick setups. Erwin Data Modeler, although complex to deploy, offers extensive support to manage this complexity and ensure successful implementation. Customers value erwin's detailed support services, essential for navigating its sophisticated tools.

Pricing and ROI: iGrafx Process360 Live is cost-effective with a straightforward setup, supporting quick ROI. It is priced lower, making it suitable for enterprises seeking affordability without extensive features. erwin Data Modeler's higher price reflects its comprehensive functionality and long-term value, offering substantial ROI for environments demanding detailed data analysis and sophisticated data models.

To learn more, read our detailed erwin Data Modeler vs. iGrafx Process360 Live Platform Report (Updated: September 2025).

Buyer's Guide

erwin Data Modeler vs. iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

September 2025

Download the complete report

Helped 869,566 peers since 2012

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

erwin Data Modeler

Ranking in Business Process Design

9th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Enterprise Architecture Management (3rd), Data Governance (14th)

iGrafx Process360 Live Plat...

Ranking in Business Process Design

18th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Process Management (BPM) (24th), Process Mining (9th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Business Process Design category, the mindshare of erwin Data Modeler is 2.0%, down from 2.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of iGrafx Process360 Live Platform is 1.6%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Business Process Design Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
erwin Data Modeler	2.0%
iGrafx Process360 Live Platform	1.6%
Other	96.4%

Business Process Design

Featured Reviews

JorgeSanz

Data Governance Senior Advisor at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company

Streamline data modeling and automate network changes for increased efficiency

The initial setup depends on the tool if you are using the data model environment. Stopping the server could be complex and require strong expertise. If you have everything set up and configured, Erwin is straightforward. You can deploy it in a few hours. In our case, it took a couple of months to address internal conditions, assign machines, and set up everything for the services. I rate the initial setup a six out of ten, where one is difficult and ten is easy.

Read full review

Ganesh-Iyer

Managing Director at SSA Techknowlogies (P) Ltd

Helps simplify processes of a business

One of the more important updates that have happened lately in the tool is related to the tool's ability to process data mining. What I mean by data mining is that now you have the ability to take the timestamp of the data from the ERP or transactional data, create your process maps, and then try to see how much compliance is actually happening within your processes. The aforementioned area is one capability that has been added to the tool over the last few years. You can now tell with the tool how much of your process is actually following the required path where everything is approved and where it goes for exception handling, how many transactions are going, what type of transactions really get into exceptions, and then take care of the management and make improvements. One of the areas in the product with certain shortcomings where improvements are required includes the tool's reporting capabilities. The ability to get into customer template requirements and then create different reports from the data they have is one area which can be improved.

Read full review

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It's important to create standard templates — Erwin is good at that — and you can customize them. You can create a standard template so that your models have the same look and feel. And then, anyone using the tool is using the same font and the same general layout. erwin's very good at helping enforce that."

"It reduces monthly savings by hundreds of thousands of dollars. Think about a company like Costco and all of the points of sale systems in Costco, all of the systems, the applications, but if all the applications in Costco all had their own data model, trying to integrate those, upgrade them and manage their different versions of the same model throughout the store, is an absolute nightmare. It's phenomenally expensive. This helps reduce that cost significantly. I'm talking on the orders of hundreds of thousands of dollars."

"The product allows us to reuse entities and attributes."

"It is a scalable solution...The technical support team is fine."

"erwin has versioning so you can keep versions, over time, of those models and you can compare any version to any version. If you're looking at a specific database and you want to see what changed over time, that's really useful. You can go back to a different version or connect that to your change-control processes so you can see what was released when."

"The ability to collaborate between different members across the organization is the most valuable feature. It gives us the ability to work on the same model, regardless of where we are physically."

"Being able to point it to a database and then pull the metadata is a valuable feature. Another valuable feature is being able to rearrange the model so that we can display it to users. We are able to divide the information into subject areas, and we can divide the data landscape into smaller chunks, which makes it easier to understand. If you had 14 subject areas, 1,000 entities, and 6,000 columns, you can't quite understand it all at once. So, being able to have the same underlying model but only display portions of it at a time is extremely useful."

"The data lineage feature is very valuable."

More erwin Data Modeler pros

"The solution's technical support is of good quality since they offer fast and seamless services."

"Web diagramming and RACI have helped expedite the process, capture, and ownership initiatives of our organization."

"It has simplified compliance with regulations and company standards."

"iGrafx gives you the capability of documenting your process and then the ability to use it as a tool for analysis to identify the loopholes and shortcomings of your process."

"The solution is very stable."

"Simulation is most valuable."

"Finding the right symbol and creating links, horizontal and vertical are the features I use."

"Provides a valuable BPMN feature."

More iGrafx Process360 Live Platform pros

Cons

"There is a lack of local support in the China region."

"The solution's reporting side needs to be improved."

"In terms of improvements, support could have been better in terms of installation, especially of workgroups. We struggled quite a bit to get it up and running. Collaboration could have been better from an installation perspective, but it is trivial as compared to what we use it for. Other than that, I don't have much feedback. It works pretty well, and the fact that we've been using it for more than a decade shows that it is quite solid."

"The only real complaint I have is the time it takes to do a database comparison on a large model. If they could speed that up, that would be the only thing I can think of that needs improvement."

"It does not have a cloud application."

"I'd really like to see the PDF function become available. It would make my life much easier than what it is at the moment because whenever I need to collaborate with people that do not have erwin, I have to go through the wonkiness of going to Word and then save it from Word into PDF. There's a lot of differences between erwin 4.4 and 2020."

"I would like to see improved reporting and, potentially, dashboards built on top of that. Right now, it's a little manual. More automated reporting and dashboard views would help because currently you have to push things out to a spreadsheet, or to HTML, and there aren't many other options that I know of. I would like to be able to produce graphs and additional things right in the tool, instead of having to export the data somewhere else."

"In terms of new features, it would be great to have a cloud base. We should be able to put it on the cloud for better collaboration and data models sharing."

More erwin Data Modeler cons

"I would love to see a template and shapes for customer journey mapping."

"Dragging and dropping shapes is not as user-friendly as in Visio. In Visio, it's very easy to work with shapes and in very few minutes you can plot a whole, multi swim-lane, cross-functional process."

"If customers want to change the color or the logo, they have to go through every page to verify everything is right."

"The price could be more competitive."

"With iGrafx, the implementation and the licensing were pretty complex."

"It would be nice to have a Spanish user interface available to us."

"It can be more user-friendly."

"It would be helpful to be able to do more analytics and generate reports on historical documents that have already been uploaded to the server."

More iGrafx Process360 Live Platform cons

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is expensive."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."

"I don't specifically know what we're paying now. About three years ago, in another organization, I have this memory of 6,000 AUD a seat or something like that, but I am not sure. In the mid-2000s, it was something like 1,200 AUD a seat. I get the impression that there was a price jump when it was spun off from CA as a separate company, which is understandable, but it could sometimes be a barrier in some organizations picking it up. I haven't talked to erwin people yet, but I'm going to suggest to them that they could perhaps think of having an entry-level product that is priced a bit lower, and then, you can buy the extra suite."

"We've continued to use the product for many years and compared it with others on the market. The pricing is reasonable considering what the solution offers and what we pay. There are cheaper tools, but they may not be as robust and easy to use, so it's worth the money."

"The price should be lower in order to be on the same level as its competitors."

"It is not a very expensive solution. Only the licensing and maintenance fee needs to be paid."

"The primary reasons that erwin was selected were that it was much more affordable for us [than Embarcadero] and it was easily maintainable."

"I wish it wasn't so expensive. I would love to personally buy a copy of my own and have it at home, because the next job that I'm looking at is probably project management and I might not have access to the tool. I would like to keep my ability to use the tool. Therefore, they should probably have a pricing for people like me who want to just use the solution as an independent consultant, trying to get started. $3,000 is a big hit."

More erwin Data Modeler pricing and cost advice

"The licensing part is one of the problems. Its licensing depends on the number of users, so it sometimes gets expensive."

"Earlier, the licensing part was complex because there were so many modules and elements in the tool. Over the last one and a half years, a lot of work has gone into how the product has priced and positioned its tools in the market."

"Our license is a subscription-based model that is per user. The solution is not expensive, I believe a subscription-based model is $10 per user."

"My company is trying to replace iGrafx because the license is a little bit expensive."

"I have heard that the solution's pricing is very competitive."

See which vendors are best for you

Use our free recommendation engine to learn which Business Process Design solutions are best for your needs.

See recommendations

869,566 professionals have used our research since 2012.

Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

18%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	29

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	7
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	7

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about erwin Data Modeler by Quest?

Forward engineering, DDL generation, reverse engineering, and reporting are the most valuable features of the solution.

See all answers

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for erwin Data Modeler by Quest?

I do not recall the pricing from about a year and a half ago, but it seems reasonable.

See all answers

What needs improvement with erwin Data Modeler by Quest?

erwin Data Modeler could improve its UI as it still feels old school and not very modern. There are many features, and I would expect good documentation detailing each feature, including when and h...

See all answers

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for iGrafx?

I have heard that the solution's pricing is very competitive.

See all answers

What needs improvement with iGrafx?

If customers want to change the color or the logo, they have to go through every page to verify everything is right. We have a strategic approach for the customer. I was involved in almost 100 sess...

See all answers

What is your primary use case for iGrafx?

The solution is used for the documentation and visualization of the main processes. The customers have hundreds or thousands of processes, but they start with the top 20 processes. The next step is...

See all answers

Comparisons

SAP PowerDesigner vs erwin Data Modeler

Compared 39% of the time

IDERA ER/Studio vs erwin Data Modeler

Compared 18% of the time

Lucidchart vs erwin Data Modeler

Compared 12% of the time

Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect vs erwin Data Modeler

Compared 6% of the time

Visio vs erwin Data Modeler

Compared 6% of the time

More erwin Data Modeler Competitors

ARIS BPA vs iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

Compared 18% of the time

SAP Signavio Process Manager vs iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

Compared 12% of the time

Visio vs iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

Compared 9% of the time

Lucidchart vs iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

Compared 8% of the time

Interfacing Technologies Enterprise Process Center vs iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

Compared 8% of the time

More iGrafx Process360 Live Platform Competitors

Product Reports

Buyer's Guide

erwin Data Modeler

October 2025

Download erwin Data Modeler product report

Buyer's Guide

iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

September 2025

Download iGrafx Process360 Live Platform product report

Also Known As

erwin DM

No data available

Overview

Erwin Data Modeler provides an effective approach to visualizing and managing data models. It assists in creating, reversing, and synchronizing data models with ease, supporting logical and physical transitions while enhancing understanding across teams.

Erwin Data Modeler is a comprehensive tool designed for professional database management. It offers capabilities to organize and enforce standards, automating script generation with robust reverse engineering and DDL output. Users can manage complex data environments, capitalize on integration with data intelligence, and maintain large-scale databases smoothly. Despite its strengths, improvements in multi-language support, database integration, and reporting features are needed. Users benefit from extensive support for conceptual, logical, and physical database modeling, enhancing architectural design and data governance for platforms like SQL Server, Oracle, and Teradata.

What are the key features of Erwin Data Modeler?

Visual Representation: Facilitates clear visualization of data models, aiding comprehension.
Versioning and Editing: Enhance usability with versioning and bulk editing capabilities.
Reverse Engineering: Offers powerful tools for reverse engineering and DDL generation.
Integration: Aligns with data intelligence to streamline database management.
Naming Standards: Enforces consistency with automated script creation.

What benefits should users consider in Erwin Data Modeler reviews?

Collaboration: Promotes team understanding and collaboration through visual tools.
Automation: Reduces manual effort through automated processes and integration.
Scalability: Handles large database management efficiently, crucial for enterprise settings.
Data Governance: Facilitates effective data governance with structured modeling.

Erwin Data Modeler finds application in industries focused on robust data management, implementing it for enterprise data warehouses, business domain models, and operational systems. It supports architectural design and governance, aligning with business applications demanding precise data representation and visualization.

Quest Software

The iGrafx Process360 Live Platform is a comprehensive software platform tailored for organizations undergoing digital transformation. Its core functionalities include process mining, process design, simulation, predictive analytics, and AI-based automation. By leveraging these tools, businesses can gain valuable insights into their processes, streamline design and optimization efforts, and harness automation for enhanced efficiency. Whether analyzing existing processes, visually modeling workflows, simulating potential changes, or employing predictive analytics, Process360 Live facilitates a seamless journey towards process intelligence and management, pivotal for modern businesses aiming for operational excellence.

iGrafx

Sample Customers

Premera, America Honda Motors, Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Dental Dental Cali, Cigna, Staples

Multinational Bank

Buyer's Guide

erwin Data Modeler vs. iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

September 2025

Free Report: erwin Data Modeler vs. iGrafx Process360 Live Platform

Find out what your peers are saying about erwin Data Modeler vs. iGrafx Process360 Live Platform and other solutions. Updated: September 2025.

DOWNLOAD NOW

869,566 professionals have used our research since 2012.

See our erwin Data Modeler vs. iGrafx Process360 Live Platform report.

See our list of best Business Process Design vendors.

We monitor all Business Process Design reviews to prevent fraudulent reviews and keep review quality high. We do not post reviews by company employees or direct competitors. We validate each review for authenticity via cross-reference with LinkedIn, and personal follow-up with the reviewer when necessary.