HCL Domino vs Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service comparison

HCL Domino vs. Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service

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Categories and Ranking

HCL Domino

Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software

18th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Oracle Visual Builder Cloud...

Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software

24th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Low-Code Development Platforms (23rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2026, in the Rapid Application Development Software category, the mindshare of HCL Domino is 1.0%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service is 1.6%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Rapid Application Development Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
HCL Domino	1.0%
Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service	1.6%
Other	97.4%

Rapid Application Development Software

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Filip Navratil

Owner at Prodej a Správa Nemovitostí s.r.o.

Long-term platform has supported secure mail, custom workflows, and reliable on-premise apps

I have noticed some weak points and downsides. HCL Domino is a Swiss army knife, which is the downside as well. It does many things, which is an advantage. The biggest downside is that it is a good product, but there are not that many applications for it. There are not that many ready-made applications. When they do exist, they tend to be somewhat pricey. I have not actually used HCL Domino's low-code tools. There are no low-code tools. HCL says there are, but frankly speaking, I have tried it and I always come back to the classic, the original HCL Domino. I do not see it as truly low-code. They call it Leap. Even when you want to do something more specific or more complex, you do need programming logic and then it stops being low-code. I would say that there are much better low-code platforms. N8N, for instance, looks nice with nice diagrams, especially for workflow and automation, which is where HCL Domino is lacking. The evaluation of the security features of HCL Domino in handling sensitive business information is that it has a peculiar security model, which I view as acceptable. Sometimes it may get in your way, but sometimes it simplifies things. It depends.

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Sherif Bashar

Head Of Digital Solutions at Aptec Ingrammicro

Offers low-code/no-code concept makes development much easier and faster and offers good community support as the development team actively answers questions on the community every day

There are very minor things, like the feature called "action chains," that could use a bit of enhancement. But the team is perfect; they're working on it. An action chain is a sequence of actions triggered by a button or an event. It executes code in order, from top to bottom. For example, it could call a code, call a REST service, and then insert data into a database. It needs enhancement because it can be a bit complex for fresh grads or new developers to understand. It would be better if it was made more readable. That's the main point. But if you have experience, you'll understand it easily. One more thing I want to add about Visual Builder: up until two years ago, it supported native mobile development. That's not available anymore. They replaced native mobile development with progressive web apps, and most customers are complaining about that. We need native mobile development back – the ability to put apps on stores like Google Play or the App Store. That feature is not available right now, and they deprecated it starting in 2024. It's very important. Otherwise, clients go with Flutter or other mobile development tools. It would be good for Oracle to regain that capability. We need the native mobile development feature back.

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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

"The email system is the most valuable feature."

"The DAOS feature is the most valuable. It helps to save some of my storage."

"For people or companies who need a workflow application, this is one of the best in the world."

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

"Overall, I would rate HCL Domino as eight out of ten. I would recommend HCL Domino and Notes applications for small and medium-sized companies since it offers a good return on investment."

"The initial setup of HCL Domino is straightforward."

"We use HCL Domino for collaboration; it is important for our company and customers."

"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."

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"The tool is very easy to use."

"You don't need a dedicated IDE to develop. You can work from any browser, which is very convenient. And, with the cloud concept, your code is stored in the cloud, so you can modify it from anywhere, at any time."

"VBS is another tool that allows users to create enterprise applications without needing to store their projects in traditional databases like SQL."

"You can avoid costly React developers that are required for building advanced UI."

"The initial setup is easy."

"The action chains are really helpful, and the trigger event, along with those action chains, has been very helpful."

"The most valuable feature was the visual drag and drop on the components."

Cons

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

"Designing a new template could provide a refreshed visual experience for users without significant changes to the underlying functionality."

"An area for improvement in HCL Domino is security. New enhancements in the IT industry mean that security should be improved. The HCL Domino GUI also needs improvement."

"The solution could improve Kubernetes or Dockers migration to new environments in the cloud."

"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."

"The speed of the Notes client is an area that could be improved."

"One challenge I faced with HCL Domino was fully understanding its capabilities because initial use may lead to misconceptions based on simpler platforms."

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

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"My honest opinion is: do not use this solution — there are plenty of free options out there that will do the trick."

"The initial setup of Oracle VBCS can be challenging for those unfamiliar with DBS."

"The feature called "action chains" could use a bit of enhancement."

"The tool has minor bugs."

"There are some bugs in VBCS."

"If you're doing some, for example, extremely responsive applications for the web, it's not as good."

"There was an attempt to enable front-end development, it did what it intended to do, but the side effects were too bad."

"I would improve the license structure as, for some companies, it may seem a little bit expensive, depending on what they're doing."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The license for Domino is yearly. The price is high."

"It is less expensive compared to other vendors."

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

"We pay annually for the use of this solution and it is only a standard fee."

"For 30 licenses, we pay $1,500 every year. It is not an expensive product."

"While I don't have precise pricing information at hand, my understanding is that it tends to be on the higher end."

"Customers have to pay for a license for the Notes Client, not for the Domino database. There is a quarter license that we use."

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

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"Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service is much too expensive."

"It's not expensive when you consider what it provides: low-code/no-code development, faster development time, good quality, and good stability."

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Top Industries

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Construction Company

10%

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Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Construction Company

11%

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	2

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Questions from the Community

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.

What needs improvement with HCL Domino?

I am not missing anything significant from HCL Domino at the moment. There are some smaller things that can be improved, but these have already been posted on the HCL website where we can submit ou...

What is your primary use case for HCL Domino?

I have been using HCL Domino products since 1992, when it was known as Lotus Notes. I use it myself and also work as a consultant. We are an IBM Business Partner and HCL Business Partner. We are no...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service?

I actually don't have much experience with pricing, so I can't comment on it right now.

What is your primary use case for Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service?

There was a requirement to build a custom form to raise AI invoices, using Oracle Fusion. We created a form, and another use case was that users wanted to create and update customers.

What advice do you have for others considering Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service?

VBCS is very flexible. If there is a custom solution or requirement that requires doing something out of the box with Oracle Fusion, you can easily achieve it using VBCS. I'd rate the solution eigh...

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Also Known As

IBM Lotus Domino, Lotus Domino

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Overview

HCL Domino is a versatile, secure platform that integrates well across operating systems, supporting both web-based and client applications. Its robust functionality includes full-text search, encrypted communication, and a hybrid structure for diverse computing needs.

Offering robust security and integration, HCL Domino supports enterprise email, application development, and collaboration. It is known for its ease of deployment and reliability, featuring multifactor authentication, seamless server migration, and a low-code platform. Users benefit from DAOS for storage efficiency and minimal attack surface for data integrity. Its integration with HCL Notes facilitates communication, calendaring, and workflows. However, improvement is needed in interface modernization, third-party tool integration, and scalability. The platform's high cost and complex setup are challenges that some organizations face.

What are the key features of HCL Domino?

Robust Security: Offers encryption and minimal attack surface.
Versatile Integration: Seamless across operating systems, supporting hybrid structures.
Full-Text Search: Enhances data accessibility and management.
Encrypted Communication: Ensures secure data transmission.
Low-Code Platform: Facilitates easier application development.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Deployment: Simplifies the setup process for organizations.
Reliable Performance: Ensures stability and efficient operation.
Development Capabilities: Supports custom applications and innovation.
Storage Efficiency: Implement DAOS for optimized storage use.
Cross-Platform Support: Broadens compatibility and application reach.

HCL Domino is widely implemented across industries for enterprise email and collaboration solutions. It integrates into HR systems, CRM, document management, and custom applications. Often paired with Oracle Financials, it enhances communication and process automation. Its capabilities extend to mobile email, administration, and document sharing, serving diverse computing needs effectively.

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Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service delivers a low-code environment featuring drag-and-drop capabilities for seamless development without vendor locks, ensuring scalability and versatility.

Offering drag-and-drop functionality and a low-code environment, Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service supports both beginners and experienced developers by integrating JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, enhanced with Oracle JET packages. This service facilitates browser-based development and easy integration with existing systems. However, improvement is needed in its licensing structure, functionality for less experienced developers, and native mobile development support. Performance can be affected by minor bugs, especially with complex tasks.

What are the key features?

Drag-and-Drop Builder: Simplifies UI/UX development with intuitive design tools.
Low-Code Environment: Accelerates application development with minimal coding.
Integration Capabilities: Easily integrates with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for complex scenarios.
Scalability: Adapts to growing business needs with robust architecture.
Comprehensive Documentation: Provides detailed resources for assistance and learning.
Action Chains & Trigger Events: Enhances application interactivity and functionality.

What should users consider for ROI?

Development Speed: Reduces time to market with efficient design tools.
Cost Effectiveness: Offers long-term savings compared to custom coding solutions.
Flexibility: Supports diverse business applications from case management to AI invoices.
System Integration: Works seamlessly with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP.

Businesses leverage Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service in industries like legal, healthcare, and enterprise resource planning. It aids in developing software for case management, creating worklists for medical companies, and extending Oracle SaaS applications. Companies also benefit from its capability to build custom forms and streamline business processes.

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Sample Customers

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

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HCL Domino vs. Oracle Visual Builder Cloud Service