IBM Public Cloud vs Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) comparison

IBM Public Cloud vs. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Public Cloud

Ranking in PaaS Clouds

10th

Average Rating

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IoT Platforms (5th)

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure...

Ranking in PaaS Clouds

4th

Average Rating

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) (3rd), Container Registry (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2024, in the PaaS Clouds category, the mindshare of IBM Public Cloud is 3.4%, down from 5.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is 10.2%, down from 18.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

PaaS Clouds

Unique Categories:

IoT Platforms

2.9%

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS)

11.2%

Container Registry

1.1%

Featured Reviews

Shivakumar Kuppannan

Founder & CEO at Star Systems India Private Limited

Feb 3, 2023

No hidden charges, 100% stable, and allows us to have bare metal servers for dedicated workload

It pretty much has all the features. There are many applications and features, and because of that, we need to walk through or study all the material and do hands-on. We need clear documentation or support for using IBM Public Cloud. The UI is fine, and everything else in terms of usability and configuring the cloud is also fine. The only thing is that when we're stuck or get an error, we need some technical support. Normally, for any cloud, we get a lot of information on the web, but that is missing in the case of IBM Public Cloud. We need some technical support documents. That is the only thing missing in IBM Public Cloud.

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ALI ALMUBARAK

CEO at Missan Alnjoom IInformation Technology

Feb 22, 2024

A solution that hosts application databases and provide excellent support

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure stands out due to its exceptional performance and advanced technology. The progress and innovation demonstrated by Oracle are truly impressive and exceed my expectations. OCI's capabilities are remarkable, and it is challenging to identify any weaknesses. One noteworthy aspect is OCI's ability to integrate seamlessly with other cloud platforms, offering unparalleled flexibility. Unlike other clouds that limit service provision solely within their ecosystem, OCI allows customers to interact with various cloud environments, including in-house servers. This interoperability extends to significant competitors like Azure, providing users with unmatched connectivity options. In summary, OCI sets a high standard in the cloud industry, and I am grateful for its capabilities. While OCI provides a solid foundation with its existing analytics and data warehousing tools, businesses often have unique needs that require tailored solutions. While Oracle offers great tools for developers, data scientists, and AI enthusiasts, there's a need for further customization to unlock the platform's full potential. Compared to other vendors, Oracle stands out with its AI, analytics, and data management offerings. Still, additional expertise and customization can help businesses maximize their OCI investment and achieve their goals.

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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

"For non-complex applications, the IBM Cloud works fine and the price is much lower than the competitors."

"The beauty of cloud service providers, especially public cloud service providers, is that they are scalable every time when you need them because their payment model is pay-as-you-go."

"One of the features that I really like about IBM Cloud is the flexibility where you can order your own hardware."

"The most valuable feature of IBM Public Cloud is the AI integrations."

"It's straightforward, has a good environment and is cost-effective."

"The availability is second to none. Customer support is very good."

"This product is very good because it is accessible in remote locations, and anyone can deploy from any place."

"It is a scalable product. You can scale it up and down."

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"The autonomous database functions are an excellent feature."

"Technical support is good. We are partners with Oracle so we are always speaking with them."

"The product gives you independence from hardware onsite, the setup is easy, and there is no need for hardware maintenance."

"What I like best about Oracle Cloud is that it is an all-in-one system for everything."

"The product helps us to use it as a central ERP and HCM."

"The initial setup was easy. It takes just a few minutes to create a virtual machine."

"The most valuable feature is the reporting service."

"It's a cloud, so it is easy to access anywhere."

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Cons

"I would like to see a more user-friendly deployment process in the next release of this solution."

"The product should offer more computing, similar to Amazon."

"Normally, for any cloud, we get a lot of information on the web, but that is missing in the case of IBM Public Cloud. We need some technical support documents. That is the only thing missing in IBM Public Cloud."

"They could improve on customizing reporting capabilities."

"The solution’s pricing could be improved."

"It could be more secure."

"Maybe performance enhancers and reports could be better improved. If they do so, it would be better. Of all the drawbacks I saw, this would be the biggest enhancement."

"Recently, we just faced some issues with the operating system due to the end of life of CentOS 6...So, then the client wanted to try it out under AWS instead of IBM. In short, it has some complexities."

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"Customer service could be improved."

"There's one app I have to install on my device, the Articulate Player app. It's only available on Apple and Android, but it's not available for Windows. I can't run the program on my desktop, to use it to learn Java."

"The portfolio should improve for the Oracle Cloud Platform. Oracle has to increase the services offered. New services should be added to be able to compete better with Amazon AWS which is the best, and the biggest service. Oracle Cloud Platform has a small portfolio, but it's a good one."

"The solution needs improvement in support, performance, and features."

"The product could use some more development and maturity so it has more peripheral functionality already integrated."

"Oracle support could be better; we had cases where certain regions experienced specific issues and received little help from Oracle."

"There should be more management automation."

"The solution's scalability is an area with shortcomings...Mid-level customers feel that Oracle is not scalable in their environment and is an enterprise-level segment solution."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing is not as fair as Amazon or Azure."

"In order to be competitive, you have to commit to a contract for at least one year, but you pay a fixed monthly fee."

"IBM has a lesser price compared to other cloud service providers like Azure and AWS."

"We are using the trial version of this solution, so we have not paid anything."

"It pretty much has a standard price. There is no hidden price with IBM Public Cloud."

"The price of IBM Cloud is very cheap compared to competitors AWS and Azure."

"IBM Public Cloud is pretty cheap. They have an ongoing free tier that basically won't expire, so as long as your solution is small enough, you can have a test set that you can use for demos, which will cost you almost nothing."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a nine out of ten."

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"I would rate the tool’s pricing a ten out of ten since it is expensive."

"Oracle offers universal credit and pay-as-you-go options."

"Oracle Cloud Platform's pricing is comparable to other solutions, but it is definitely not cheap."

"Oracle Cloud's pricing is competitive. The tool changes its pricing when there is a change in its architecture."

"The subscription cost is too high."

"OCI is the cost-effectiveness compared to other similar services, assuming all compliance regulations are met. Additionally, they offer a number of things free of charge, which is particularly beneficial for smaller clients."

"The subscription is a pay-as-you-go model, with fees that are dependent on usage."

"I compared Oracle Cloud Platform with other competitor providers like Azure, and I don't think Oracle is too expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

14%

University

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Educational Organization

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

Which is preferable - IBM Public Cloud or Microsoft Azure?

IBM Public Cloud is IBM’s Platform-as-a-Service. It aims to provide organizations with a secure cloud environment to manage data and applications. One of the features we like is the cloud activity ...

What needs improvement with IBM Cloud?

The front end is not pervasive, so it is very difficult get the status of your current services or account from a mobile device.

What do you like most about IBM Public Cloud?

The most valuable feature of IBM Public Cloud is the AI integrations.

What are the biggest differences between Workday, Oracle Cloud and SAP SuccessFactors?

Differences between Workday, Oracle Cloud,w and SAP SuccessFactors:w Oracle: "simple interface and deep customization to suit the purpose." SAP: Multiple functionalities that increase process effi...

What do you like most about Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Registry?

It's reliable, performs well, and is often faster than running applications on separate machines due to optimized performance and networking capabilities within OCI.

What needs improvement with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Registry?

Microsoft Azure vs IBM Public Cloud

Comparisons

Compared 41% of the time

Amazon AWS vs IBM Public Cloud

Compared 22% of the time

Google Cloud vs IBM Public Cloud

Compared 7% of the time

Salesforce Platform vs IBM Public Cloud

Compared 2% of the time

Heroku vs IBM Public Cloud

Compared 1% of the time

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Microsoft Azure vs Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Compared 25% of the time

Amazon AWS vs Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Compared 18% of the time

Google Cloud vs Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Compared 18% of the time

Red Hat OpenShift vs Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Compared 5% of the time

Alibaba Cloud vs Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Compared 4% of the time

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Also Known As

IBM Bluemix

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Registry, Oracle OCIR, OCIR, Oracle Cloud, Oracle Cloud Platform

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Overview

IBM Cloud is a full-stack cloud platform that spans public, private and hybrid environments. Build with a robust suite of advanced data and AI tools, and draw on deep industry expertise to help you on your journey to the cloud.

Cloud services where you need them

Your need for sovereignty, compliance, and location-specific performance should not limit your access to the latest cloud innovations. OCI gives you access to a full portfolio of cloud services wherever you need them. With a wide range of cloud options, including on-premises, dedicated Cloud@Customer, hybrid, multicloud solutions such as Oracle Database Service for Microsoft Azure, or public cloud, OCI’s distributed cloud portfolio—available across regions worldwide—solves your toughest business challenges.

Optimize enterprise applications without costly rearchitecture

When modernizing your enterprise apps, abandoning core technology isn’t feasible or necessary for success. OCI is built to address the unique requirements of performance-sensitive on-premises applications and other traditional enterprise apps—scale-up architectures, ultralow-latency networks, built-in security, and clustering of resources for availability in the cloud without risky and costly application refactoring. Additionally, OCI's specialized migration tools and programs facilitate easy transitioning.

Build and run cloud native or third-party apps with open source tools

Modern enterprises deserve the flexibility and freedom to choose from the various frameworks, clouds, and services available. Be it Postgres, SQL Server, Windows Server, VMware, or Kubernetes, OCI services are designed to easily run third-party, open source applications or to build cloud native applications. Our broad open source partner ecosystem enables you to bring apps to market faster, easily innovate, and scale.

Harness your data to uncover new business value

Data drives your business. Whether you’re building next-gen social applications or online games or seeking better outcomes from decades of healthcare data, making data work is getting harder. OCI services such as Oracle MySQL Heatwave and Oracle Autonomous Database service support all your data models, remove data silos, converge data for efficiency, and analyze data—helping you unlock business potential without sacrificing security and governance controls.

Sample Customers

Uvionics Tech, Komsomolskaya Pravda, Alpha Modus, Inventive, Web Business Consulting, FindBrok, SilverHook Powerboats, United Way of Allegheny County

Kenya Airways, Cell, Panasonic, Frontera, M&C Saatchi, Lumentum, WA

IBM Public Cloud vs. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)