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IBM WebSphere Application Server vs. Oracle WebCenter
March 2020
Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between IBM WebSphere Application Server and Oracle WebCenter based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Application Server solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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Featured Review
SakthivelVeeramuthu
Integration capabilities are good, and handles connectivity between applications and databases
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Anonymous User
Has a user-friendly interface but performance is not up to scratch
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Pros
"IBM WebSphere Application Server is easy to use.""High availability, alert management, and deployments are the most valuable features for us. We have the ND version so we can do deployments.""The performance is good.""IBM WebSphere Application Server is the best in terms of scalability and performance, as well as the support for managing distributed transactions.""One of the most valuable features might be the stability of the IBM WebSphere Application Server.""IBM WebSphere Application Server is one of the best servers due to its stability and paid license.""Security: It is compatible with the latest Java 8 security features, supports FIPS 140-2 and NIST SP 800-53 with strong ciphers and cryptography keys, and supports TLS 1.2 completely. Also, configuring client and server certificates is relatively easy.""Network Deployment is the most useful feature for scalability. It has many features within the standard WebSphere Application Server edition."

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"A great solution for storing and searching large volumes of documents with easy access.""The WebCenter Content is its most valuable feature. After we update a document in WebCenter Content, it can be update automatically in our intranet.""WebCenter's interface is very user-friendly.""You can move workloads in between sub-servers so that you don't overload a portion of the server.""Oracle integrates well with other products to cover Big Data.""It's a very scalable solution and the performance is pretty good. The scalability, in my opinion, is the biggest advantage.""Integration within the solution is very good."

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Cons
"Installing or configuring a WAS server instance as a Windows Service causes a lot of problems, especially when the server needs credentials to stop.""They should make the solution more lightweight and not bundle everything into a single product.""When we run into memory or locking issues, we resort to using third-party tools. However, it would be preferable to have native tools for debugging this type of problem.""The footprint could be reduced so that we can use a smaller virtual machine to run the application. We could also use more scripts. I would like this solution to be more script oriented, rather than GUI oriented.""WebSphere Application Server doesn't have an automated deployment option, forcing us to use third-party tools like Jenkins UCD and Palo Automated Deployment.""Initial setup is very simple. Just use the IBM Installation Manager and add the packages. The install wizard takes care of the rest. The only thing that can be difficult is to find the right packages on the IBM website, because of all the changes that IBM does on its website(s).""Sometimes, I feel WebSphere runs a bit slow. It might be loading unnecessary libraries, impacting its performance compared to other application servers.""The current trend is to move to Liberty because of the portability of its cloud and its Kubernetes, which containerize the application."

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"The speed of the backup should be enhanced.""I would like them to add more Web 2.0 features.""There are many document management systems that offer pretty much the same functionalities but at a lower price. The product as such is pretty good. However, the pricing is not comparable. They need to adjust their pricing to be more competitive on the market.""This solution needs to support translation into the Arabic language.""Does not seem to be totally compatible with Windows 10 as of our current version.""The solution should be offered in Persian. Right now, our version is in English, and there's a bit of a language barrier between the users and the product.""WebCenter requires a lot of design effort to upload content to our regular system.""Its functions need more stability."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "IBM WAS base is part of the deal when you purchase IBM FileNet P8 Content Engine."
  • "Room for improvement would only be in the licensing. As with all IBM products the licensing can be complex and expensive. Bargain well and try to get as much discount as possible. Discounts of 85% are possible. Without the discount, I think the product is overrated."
  • "There is an Eclipse Plugin provided by IBM, so no need to buy IBM Rational Application Developer or Rational Software Architect tools."
  • "If your application is just a web app that does not need to scale big, you can obtain a single core license of WAS Express edition, which has almost the same features with limited processing cores. If you manage a very big application farm (i.e. need to run 10 or more WAS servers) it is better to get IBM WAS Hypervisor Edition."
  • "I don't remember the price, but there are no additional costs."
  • "We pay around $200,000 annually."
  • "The price of this product is higher than that of competitors."
  • "We used to pay about $100,000-$120,000 US or somewhere around there. That was a bit cost-prohibitive for us to continue."

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  • "The price needs to be lowered."
  • "The price of this solution is considered to be high; however, when speaking with Oracle, it is possible to get discounts of up to sixty percent."
  • "WebCenter's pricing is on the higher side."

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    Questions from the Community
    What do you like most about IBM WebSphere Application Server?
    Top Answer:The VPN service is quite useful.
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM WebSphere App...
    Top Answer:The pricing is a little expensive. I would rate the pricing a four out of ten.
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    What needs improvement with IBM WebSphere Application Server?
    Top Answer:Sometimes, I feel WebSphere runs a bit slow. It might be loading unnecessary libraries, impacting its performance compared to other application servers. So, better performance is my main request.
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    What do you like most about Oracle WebCenter?
    Top Answer:WebCenter's interface is very user-friendly.
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle WebCenter?
    Top Answer:WebCenter's pricing is on the higher side.
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    What needs improvement with Oracle WebCenter?
    Top Answer:WebCenter requires a lot of design effort to upload content to our regular system. Its performance is also not up to the market standard, and its agility and adaptability could be improved.
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    Ranking
    5th
    out of 20 in Application Server
    Views
    4,413
    Comparisons
    3,070
    Reviews
    7
    Average Words per Review
    363
    Rating
    7.4
    20th
    out of 66 in Customer Experience Management
    Views
    38
    Comparisons
    29
    Reviews
    1
    Average Words per Review
    189
    Rating
    7.0
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    Also Known As
    WebSphere Application Server
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    Overview

    IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) is a middleware platform developed by IBM. It provides a range of services and tools to help organizations develop, deploy, and manage Java-based applications. WAS is part of IBM's WebSphere product family and provides a secure, scalable, and highly available platform for developing and running web-based applications. WAS provides a secure, scalable, and highly available platform, making it an attractive solution for organizations looking to develop and deploy enterprise-grade applications.

    IBM WebSphere Application Server Features

    IBM WebSphere Application Server has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

    • Application deployment: IBM WAS enables organizations to deploy and manage applications in a secure and scalable environment.
    • Clustering: The clustering feature can help organizations ensure high availability and improve application performance.
    • Load balancing: The solution Includes load balancing capabilities to distribute application workloads and improve performance.
    • Security: IBM WAS offers a range of security features, including authentication, authorization, and encryption, to help organizations secure their applications and data.
    • Monitoring and management: The solution’s range of tools for monitoring and managing applications, including the IBM WebSphere Administrative Console allows organizations to optimize application performance and resolve issues easily.
    • Integration: IBM WAS integrates with a range of IBM and third-party products, including IBM WebSphere MQ, IBM DB2, and more, to provide a comprehensive platform for developing and running web-based applications.

    IBM WebSphere Application Server Benefits

    There are many benefits to implementing IBM WebSphere Application Server. Some of the biggest advantages the solution offers include:

    • Improved application performance: The IBM WAS platform offers a scalable and secure platform for deploying and managing applications, enabling organizations to improve application performance and reduce downtime.
    • High availability: IBM WAS provides clustering and load-balancing capabilities to help organizations ensure high availability.
    • Improved security: With a large range of security features, including authentication, authorization, and encryption, the solution helps organizations secure their applications and data.
    • Simplified management: IBM WAS is designed with a set of tools for monitoring and managing applications, enabling organizations to optimize performance and resolve issues efficiently.
    • Increased flexibility: The solution integrates with a range of IBM and third-party products, providing organizations with a flexible platform for developing and running web-based applications.
    • Improved developer productivity: It supports the latest Java EE specifications, allowing developers to use the latest technologies and development methodologies when building applications.
    • Better customer experience: Organizations can deliver faster and more reliable applications, improving the overall customer experience.
    • Scalability: IBM WAS provides a scalable and secure platform for deploying and managing applications, so organizations can quickly respond to changing business requirements.

    Reviews from Real Users

    IBM WebSphere Application Server is a solution that stands out when compared to many of its competitors. Some of its major advantages are that it is stable, supports many languages, and is resilient.

    Princewill O., Head Banking Application Customization and Reporting at a financial services firm, states, “[The solution is] very stable, supports many languages, and helpful for faster time to market.”

    "What's most valuable in IBM WebSphere Application Server is its resilience. When you use the solution, you know that after the communication has been done, there will be no doubt that the data has reached its destination,” says Nicolae C., System and Solutions Architect at Seidor.


    Another PeerSpot reviewer, an Enterprise Technical Leader at a tech services company mentions, “[It is an] enterprise-level product with extensive console capabilities, including the ability to control multiple JVM containers.”

    Oracle WebCenter is the center of engagement for business powering exceptional experiences for customers, partners, and employees. It connects people, processes, and information with the most complete portfolio of portal, content management, Web experience management, and collaboration technologies. 

    Sample Customers
    TalkTalk, Property management group, E.SUN Bank, Ohio National Financial Services, Aviarc, Cincom Systems, FJA-US, D+H, Staples, Michigan Municipal League
    Chhattisgarh Infotech and Biotech Promotion Society, Jagran Prakashan Ltd., Standard Forwarding LLC, United Automotive Electronic Systems Co. Ltd., INSO sistemi per le infrastrutture sociali S.p.A., Helsana Versicherungen AG, ArRiyadh Development Authority, John Lewis Partnership, Arqiva, SURUGADAI EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE, Portuguese Official Agriculture and Fisheries
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm30%
    Computer Software Company26%
    Government13%
    Insurance Company9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm29%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Insurance Company7%
    Government7%
    REVIEWERS
    Pharma/Biotech Company22%
    Financial Services Firm22%
    Healthcare Company11%
    Marketing Services Firm11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    University9%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Government7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise69%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business15%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise74%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business20%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise67%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise62%
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    IBM WebSphere Application Server is ranked 5th in Application Server with 26 reviews while Oracle WebCenter is ranked 20th in Customer Experience Management with 12 reviews. IBM WebSphere Application Server is rated 7.8, while Oracle WebCenter is rated 7.0. The top reviewer of IBM WebSphere Application Server writes "Compatible, stable, and scalable". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Oracle WebCenter writes "Has a user-friendly interface but performance is not up to scratch". IBM WebSphere Application Server is most compared with JBoss Enterprise Application Platform, JBoss, Tomcat, Oracle WebLogic Server and IBM BPM, whereas Oracle WebCenter is most compared with Oracle Content Management, SharePoint, Adobe Experience Manager, WebLogic Suite and Liferay Digital Experience Platform. See our IBM WebSphere Application Server vs. Oracle WebCenter report.

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