HCL Domino vs OpenText GroupWise comparison

The compared HCLSoftware and OpenText solutions aren't in the same category. HCLSoftware is ranked #17 in RADS , with an average rating of 7.7, and holds a 1.0% mindshare in the category. OpenText is ranked #12 in EA , and holds a 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 80% of HCLSoftware users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of OpenText users who would recommend it.

HCL Domino

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80% willing to recommend

OpenText GroupWise

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100% willing to recommend

HCL Domino

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Categories and Ranking

HCL Domino

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Rapid Application Development Software (17th)

OpenText GroupWise

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Email Applications (12th), Wireless Email (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

HCL Domino and OpenText GroupWise aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. HCL Domino is designed for Rapid Application Development Software and holds a mindshare of 1.0%, up 0.5% compared to last year.
OpenText GroupWise, on the other hand, focuses on Email Applications, holds 2.0% mindshare, up 1.2% since last year.

Rapid Application Development Software Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
HCL Domino	1.0%
Microsoft Power Apps	9.5%
ServiceNow	6.5%
Other	83.0%

Rapid Application Development Software

Email Applications Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
OpenText GroupWise	2.0%
Google Workspace	15.1%
Microsoft Exchange Online	11.1%
Other	71.8%

Email Applications

Featured Reviews

Pradeep Bhat

Architect at a tech consulting company with 501-1,000 employees

Experience complete control and security in managing sensitive information and internal applications

One challenge I faced with HCL Domino was fully understanding its capabilities because initial use may lead to misconceptions based on simpler platforms. Exploring and comprehending what is possible takes time and effort, as understanding the full range of functionalities requires a mindset shift to leverage the platform's capabilities effectively. I believe HCL Domino is on a good improvement path, although a limitation is the lack of many service providers offering the platform, making initial setup more time-consuming for organizations without the expertise. If there were more subscription-based service providers available, it could enhance usability significantly, especially for organizations lacking the resources to install and configure systems.

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John Novak

Consulting Manager at Technical Consulting Resources

Great security, stability, versatility expandability and low cost of ownership

About the only thing I don't like about GroupWise is the lack of a modern Linux client. Micro Focus stop their development of the Linux Client a long time because there wasn't enough demand for it. Most other solutions do not have the Linux client. I would really like to see OpenText add a modern GroupWise Linux Client back. But until they do there is the Web Client to be used in a browser.

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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

"HCL Domino is cost-effective because it serves as a complete platform with a web server, app server, and IT management system, eliminating the need for multiple platforms and complex integrations."

"Domino's dual functionality as both a messaging and application solution is a standout feature compared to Exchange, which solely focuses on messaging."

"We have been able to set up a portal using a special XPage application that gives our customers access to this system."

"The most valuable feature of HCL Domino is how robust it is."

"For workflow applications or general applications, the rapid development capability is what we value most."

"It serves as a centralized solution that fulfills all my requirements from operating my email server to managing various aspects of my operations."

"The email system is the most valuable feature."

"We can scale it if we want to."

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"Very secure with great storage capacity."

"I like the ease of logging best in Micro Focus GroupWise. I also like its proxy capabilities from a user level. I also like how secure Micro Focus GroupWise is."

"The cost-effectiveness of the solution is most valuable."

Cons

"The client version of this solution could be faster and be made simpler for non-IT users. You will need to have some knowledge of Notes to correctly install this solution."

"It would be advantageous if the web server could seamlessly pick up configuration changes without the need for a complete restart."

"For me, the one thing missing is a really good reporting engine."

"When you compare with Microsoft Exchange, the UI could be more user-friendly."

"HCL Domino could improve by having integration with other solutions, such as Microsoft 365."

"Recently, IBM sold the product to HCL. Since Pakistan and India have some problems on a domestic level, we were actually considering replacing it with Indian products from the organization. We're just facing some regulatory issues."

"The solution is expensive."

"Scalability is also an issue. We have problems with large databases."

More HCL Domino cons

"The WebAccess feature is somewhat lacking and could be improved."

"Their support can be improved. It is not as good as it used to be."

"What I don't like about Micro Focus GroupWise is the removal of the Unix client. Micro Focus took that function away about ten years ago because there wasn't enough demand for it."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is individually determined. For us, in our current deployment, we pay $12.50 Canadian per month per user."

"HCL Domino is costly, but it still depends on how your organization views it price-wise."

"Price is reasonable compared to the other solutions."

"It is less expensive compared to other vendors."

"The pricing is subjective and contingent on the intended usage."

"We're happy with the price of our license — it's pretty standard."

"My company's customers need to make monthly or yearly payments towards the license charges of the product."

"We chose to pay for our licensing fees annually."

More HCL Domino pricing and cost advice

"Micro Focus GroupWise is the most affordable solution on-premises. Versus Microsoft Exchange on-premises, pricing is 20:1, so there's no comparison. Micro Focus GroupWise is cheaper, though, for my clients, it's not about the cost but the stability and security of the solution."

"It was a part of the suite, so it was very cost-effective. There were no costs beyond the licensing fee."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Government

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Retailer

Computer Software Company

19%

University

10%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	2

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about HCL Domino?

The most valuable features of the solution are security and integration.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HCL Domino?

The Notes client is very expensive, costing around $105 per client. Overall, HCL Domino is a costly product.

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Comparisons

Microsoft Exchange vs HCL Domino

Compared 23% of the time

HCL Notes vs HCL Domino

Compared 13% of the time

Zimbra Collaboration vs HCL Domino

Compared 9% of the time

Microsoft Exchange Online vs HCL Domino

Compared 9% of the time

Microsoft Power Apps vs HCL Domino

Compared 8% of the time

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Microsoft Exchange vs OpenText GroupWise

Compared 27% of the time

Microsoft Exchange Online vs OpenText GroupWise

Compared 24% of the time

Google Workspace vs OpenText GroupWise

Compared 17% of the time

Open-Xchange vs OpenText GroupWise

Compared 12% of the time

Zimbra Collaboration vs OpenText GroupWise

Compared 11% of the time

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Also Known As

IBM Lotus Domino, Lotus Domino

Micro Focus GroupWise, GroupWise

Overview

HCL Domino (formerly IBM Domino) is a secure, enterprise-grade, application development platform. From IT to business, HCL Domino is the only low to pro-code application development platform that allows your business to build robust applications to solve workflow and process challenges fast. HCL Domino powers businesses around the world with 15,000 customers and 10 million apps built on our platform. HCL Domino has always been a secure, rock-solid, and proven solution.

Low cost of ownership - minimizing administration needs through automated installations, policies and monitoring helps staff focus on higher value tasks.
Minimized infrastructure - reducing costs by using less power, memory, data storage, network bandwidth and servers.
Rich application environment - supporting workflow-driven and people-oriented applications that help a wide variety of business operations deliver enhanced results.
Security-rich - helping protect your critical business assets. You can control information access, protect information and guarantee document authenticity.
High availability - featuring advanced clustering, replication, server fault recovery and automated diagnostic tools.

HCLSoftware

Collaboration solution that offers support for any communication over intranets, extranets and the Internet.

OpenText

Sample Customers

A1 Telekom, Acubiz, Afrisam, E. A. Juffali & Brothers, Fiducia & GAD, and Pakistan State Oil

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