IBM Rational ClearCase vs Microsoft Azure DevOps Server comparison

IBM and Microsoft are both solutions in the Software Configuration Management category. IBM is ranked #5 with an average rating of 6.0, while Microsoft is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.2. IBM holds a 9.8% mindshare in SCM, compared to Microsoft’s 5.3% mindshare. Additionally, 66% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

IBM Rational ClearCase

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66% willing to recommend

Microsoft Azure DevOps Server

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between IBM Rational ClearCase and Microsoft Azure DevOps Server based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Software Configuration Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Rational ClearCase

Ranking in Software Configuration Management

5th

Average Rating

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Version Control (9th)

Microsoft Azure DevOps Server

Ranking in Software Configuration Management

2nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Software Configuration Management category, the mindshare of IBM Rational ClearCase is 9.8%, up from 7.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Azure DevOps Server is 5.3%, up from 2.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Software Configuration Management Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Microsoft Azure DevOps Server	5.3%
IBM Rational ClearCase	9.8%
Other	84.9%

Software Configuration Management

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Daniel Antonio Jimenez Quintana

IT Systems Architect at Banco Ripley

Difficult to use, not efficient, but stable

We are using IBM Rational ClearCase in Peru at two large banks for a code repository. However, it is not meant to be used as a repository I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems and it is not user-friendly. I have…

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SachinJain

Senior Technical Specialist at Intuitive Technology Partners

Have faced challenges in getting timely responses but have managed to streamline workflows and reduce infrastructure costs

My current company was not using any products apart from AMQ. I suggested it to them, which is why they started using it. I also suggested it to the customer. The feedback for Red Hat AMQ has been good. Based on this, we suggest it to our customers, and they are happy using that product. Our big customer, FedEx, which is one of the best and biggest giants in logistics and courier, started using it and they are happy with that. The base operating system, RHEL 8 and 9, is being used across the infrastructure. The server and critical applications and data are running on Red Hat 8 and 9. We are performing proper maintenance of the OS and it is working fantastically. We have not received any issues or complaints. Our domains include Human Gateway, pharmaceuticals, and automobile clients. The critical application is running on Microsoft Azure DevOps Server. When developers send code to us, we create the CI/CD pipeline and schedule jobs. The solution provides time savings and infrastructure savings. Multiple virtual machines are not required when installing applications in containerization, which saves infrastructure costs. We receive notifications about CPU, memory, and disk space utilization from time to 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

"ClearCase integrates well with other engineering tools and frameworks such as the Eclipse environment."

"IBM Rational ClearCase is a stable solution. I have not had any difficulty with reliability."

"The tool had features similar to Git for version control. It offered branching and merging capabilities, providing better control over code management. Integration was possible with other tools, including some change management tools. The overall process was normal."

"I am not familiar with any issues with respect to stability, and I have never seen Team System crash."

"The product is efficient."

"Visual Studio Team System is the most powerful IDE available in the market."

"Microsoft makes great products. They are quite robust."

"Microsoft Azure DevOps Server is a go-to product because it has everything in one place for project management, delivery, code, and similar functionalities."

"The solution has a good framework that is user friendly and scalable."

"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten...Every month there is an increase in the number of users. It is a scalable solution."

"IntelliSense and CodeLens are helpful because they can show you details about your function, such as how many times it is called from other places within the code."

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Cons

"The solution's UI is slow compared to other tools. It is an old tool."

"The protection needs to be improved."

"I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems and it is not user-friendly."

"The tool's subscriptions are expensive for medium and small businesses. It works fine on Windows. However, it is not stable on other platforms."

"The user experience for the task assignment functionality, and more generally the software lifecycle development, needs to be improved."

"The overall customer support needs to improve."

"The product must improve its stability."

"When you go into the front-end, the web portal, if, for example, you pick up an issue, it would be ideal if the branch was automatically created in the repository. Right now, this isn't the case."

"Support response time could stand improvement."

"I would like to see the inclusion of more programming languages, especially better support for Java."

"The technical support could be better."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"This is a very expensive product."

"IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive."

"There is no fee for the solution's community version."

"You can choose pricing from a variety of options. I would rate the product's pricing a six out of ten."

"The tool's licensing costs are yearly."

"The price could be better."

"It is an open-source product from Microsoft."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

24%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Government

10%

Computer Software Company

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Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	8

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about IBM Rational ClearCase?

The tool had features similar to Git for version control. It offered branching and merging capabilities, providing better control over code management. Integration was possible with other tools, in...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Rational ClearCase?

IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive.

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What needs improvement with IBM Rational ClearCase?

The solution's UI is slow compared to other tools. It is an old tool.

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What needs improvement with Visual Studio Team System?

The disadvantage is the price is a problem. Because of the price, we cannot buy as many accounts as we want, so just some people in our team can use it. There are technical problems. They always ch...

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What is your primary use case for Visual Studio Team System?

We are just a user for our IT project management.

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What advice do you have for others considering Visual Studio Team System?

We only use Microsoft Azure DevOps Server. Microsoft Azure DevOps Server can integrate with other systems such as CI and checking systems with analytics. The implementation is not so difficult, so ...

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Overview

IBM Rational ClearCase is an enterprise-grade configuration management system that provides controlled access to software assets, including requirements, design documents, models, test plans and test results. It be can be integrated with other IBM solutions, including IBM Rational Team Concert, IBM Rational ClearQuest, IBM Rational Asset Manager and IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software.

IBM

Microsoft Azure DevOps Server is a comprehensive platform for managing software development processes, offering tools for code management, lifecycle development, and project tracking, supporting remote repositories and continuous integration.

Azure DevOps Server is known for its scalability, robust framework, and efficient version control. It enhances usability through features like campaign boards, sprint planning, and project status tracking graphics. Users appreciate its source control and powerful IDE that supports building and deploying applications. However, there are challenges with offline functionality, integration with other systems, and stability on non-Windows platforms. Moreover, it supports various sectors by streamlining the software development processes, especially for teams working on digital transformation and business process automation.

What are the key features of Microsoft Azure DevOps Server?

Campaign Boards: Facilitates project status tracking with user-friendly graphics
Sprint Planning: Enhances project management efficiency
Source Control: Provides robust version control for code management
Continuous Integration: Streamlines code deployment and testing processes
IntelliSense: Offers intelligent code completion to boost productivity
Lifecycle Development: Manages the complete software development process

What benefits should users look for in Azure DevOps Server reviews?

Scalability: Ensures the platform grows with team demands
Robustness: Delivers a stable and flexible environment for software development
Performance: Offers fast and efficient tools for managing projects
User Friendliness: User-friendly design aids in quick adoption and ease of use

Azure DevOps Server finds use in industries such as industrial sectors, government digital transformation, and business process automation. Teams employ it for software development, leveraging integration with systems and automation tools daily. Its support for remote repository management and ALM management makes it a vital resource for project efficiency.

Microsoft

Sample Customers

Atos SE, FEI, STM

Bluegarden A/S, Tracasa, Rabobank Group, Borusan Otomotiv, Arelik, Alfa Bank

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December 2025

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