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Mendix vs Oracle Application Express (APEX) comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 18, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.3
Mendix offers varied ROI; its free version aids startups, while licensing fees impact cost-effectiveness for different clients.
Sentiment score
6.2
Oracle APEX accelerates app development, meeting ROI targets quickly, despite challenges in assessing ROI from brief usage periods.
It's not that they're really firing that personnel, but they can often focus on the core that really matters instead of repetitive processes in Excel forms and all of the overhead and human error that comes with that.
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
Since Mendix is a low-code platform, the ROI is significant; we save a lot of money and require fewer people to do an application, reduced to two, which drastically decreases development time because this is not traditional programming; just drag and drop, and we can complete projects that would take years within months.
SOFTWARE ENGINEER at Siemens Industry
I have seen a return on investment with Mendix, as in default software development, a team with 10 developers or more is needed, while here we can do it with one or two developers, so it is truly a money saver for the company.
Software Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
A project that might take several months in another language can be completed in just two months using Oracle Application Express (APEX).
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.0
Mendix provides responsive support, praised for problem-solving, with active community forums aiding learning and troubleshooting effectively.
Sentiment score
6.6
Oracle APEX support is robust with ample resources and a vibrant community, though some face slow resolution times and regional constraints.
I haven't often needed to seek direct support from Mendix teams as their online resources and knowledge database are comprehensive.
Mendix Developer at Plieger
Mendix provides proper support, troubleshooting options, and a helping community.
Senior Software Engineer at a retailer with 5,001-10,000 employees
If it's about having an issue that I can't solve despite being a Mendix expert and having tried every single bit and piece, support can feel like a stone wall.
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
There are lots of people readily available to help with any doubts or questions.
Senior Software developer at QV Systems
Whenever I encounter an issue and raise an SR to Oracle, I receive a fast response from their side.
Trainee Technical Consultant at simplelogic
There are many forums where I can gather answers and a very well-prepared documentation that Oracle provides.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.1
Mendix scales effectively for diverse applications, overcoming challenges with cloud integration, performing well in high-load environments.
Sentiment score
6.7
Oracle APEX is scalable for small to medium applications, handling high user counts well with proper hardware and configuration.
Mendix supports scaling well with its comprehensive online documentation and learning paths.
Mendix Developer at Plieger
Mendix provides options for handling scalability and maintainability through features like validation, workflow and nanoflow minimization, and user components, enabling projects to be easily managed and scaled.
Senior Software Engineer at a retailer with 5,001-10,000 employees
Also solutions processing data at scale, talking about one million packages a day.
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
Oracle Application Express (APEX) exhibits excellent scalability as it can handle growing workloads and user numbers very well.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
Mendix is highly stable, with minor bugs in new versions and improved scaling through HP Helion and Cloud Foundry.
Sentiment score
7.8
Oracle APEX is widely regarded as stable, with high satisfaction ratings despite minor issues during version transitions.
Mendix has been stable in my experience, with reliable performance for enterprise applications and minimal downtime or critical issues.
Software Development Intern at a educational organization with 1,001-5,000 employees
We can choose the Long-Term Support (LTS) options that provide a wide range of supported features.
Senior Software Engineer at RapidData Technologies
I recently encountered an issue with deploying applications on the Mendix sandbox, which took a week to resolve.
Mendix developer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is stable in my experience.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
 

Room For Improvement

Mendix needs improvement in reporting, customization, integration, mobile support, stability, AI, pricing, and handling large datasets.
Oracle APEX requires improvements in offline functionality, database integration, performance, mobile support, UI customization, and comprehensive documentation.
Access to the database is limited in Mendix's public cloud, preventing direct database interaction or inspection.
Mendix developer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
I choose a seven mainly due to the issues we've faced with slowdowns and bugs during development, while runtime has been very stable.
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
Native development is not very strong, and some developer tools are missing, such as shortcuts to edit multiple variables.
Software Development Intern at a educational organization with 1,001-5,000 employees
If I want to create an application for mobile or offline use, Oracle Application Express (APEX) might not be the first choice since it requires a constant connection to the database.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
The user interface needs to be improved.
Consultant at International Turnkey Systems - ITS
Using AI to analyze data without needing much code would be better.
Senior Software developer at QV Systems
 

Setup Cost

Mendix pricing is complex, costly for small businesses, but offers savings in development time for large enterprises.
Oracle APEX is free with Oracle Database but can be costly due to database licensing fees, offering trial options.
The app license costs between $13,000 to $14,000, which is prohibitive for startups.
Mendix developer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is reasonable;
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
From the pricing shown on the Mendix webpage, we have a basic package where you pay 60 Euros a month for five users and 10 Euros per additional user.
Senior Mendix Consultant at a photography company with 11-50 employees
 

Valuable Features

Mendix offers rapid app development with low-code tools, allowing easy integration, scalability, and fast cross-platform delivery.
APEX enables fast app development with low-code ease, strong integration, user-friendly interfaces, and efficient web-based solutions.
Mendix's integration capabilities are impressive, allowing for rapid and on-the-fly integration of almost anything imaginable.
Mendix developer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
The best features that Mendix offers are proper guardrails that prevent starting from scratch, ensuring a certain level of security, user experience, and standardization for implementing workflows, API integrations, and how you set up your domain model.
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
For security, I value the built-in authentication, role-based access control, and data protection features, which make enterprise apps safer without needing heavy custom setup.
Software Development Intern at a educational organization with 1,001-5,000 employees
Oracle Application Express (APEX) has positively impacted my organization by being very fast compared to other languages and products.
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Oracle APEX is very easy to use and comes with a lot of ready-made components that speed up the process of creating reports and dashboards.
Consultant at International Turnkey Systems - ITS
The ability to quickly develop applications without needing to code a lot is very valuable.
Senior Software developer at QV Systems
 

Categories and Ranking

Mendix
Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software
4th
Ranking in Low-Code Development Platforms
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
63
Ranking in other categories
Mobile Development Platforms (1st), Agentic Automation (5th), Business Orchestration and Automation Technologies (11th), AI Software Development (10th)
Oracle Application Express ...
Ranking in Rapid Application Development Software
3rd
Ranking in Low-Code Development Platforms
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
62
Ranking in other categories
Development Platforms (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Rapid Application Development Software category, the mindshare of Mendix is 3.9%, down from 6.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is 5.0%, down from 8.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Rapid Application Development Software Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Oracle Application Express (APEX)5.0%
Mendix3.9%
Other91.1%
Rapid Application Development Software
 

Featured Reviews

Mitchel Mol BGS - PeerSpot reviewer
CTO at Blue Green Solutions
Has improved development quality and speed but has introduced persistent IDE slowdowns
In recent years, the IDE has been more buggy and slower, and although there have been more features added, I would like to see more stability, as some areas that used to work for a fairly long time are now slower in my development, which feels like a step back. I choose a seven mainly due to the issues we've faced with slowdowns and bugs during development, while runtime has been very stable, and the overall output on Mendix platform is still good; there is definitely some room for improvement, and I would probably have given it an eight or even a nine if those issues weren't hurting my developer output for the past few years. Overall, Mendix platform is stable, but the IDE could be better.
Dominik Grabiński - PeerSpot reviewer
Oracle APEX Developer at Pretius
Fast low-code web development has transformed how I build complex data-driven business apps
Oracle Application Express (APEX) is a very great tool that is easy to learn but hard to master. The level of entry is very low, but the longer I work with this platform, the more I understand how it works and the great things I can create. For example, I can create report graphs and handle a lot of data across many levels. It's a great application to start with, and when I have experience in Oracle databases, I can utilize Oracle Application Express (APEX) as a front-end tool for the Oracle database. Oracle Application Express (APEX) helps me create reports and graphs by providing a plethora of out-of-the-box solutions that I can use. For example, I can upload data to and from the database, upload photos, create maps, and create various report types such as Interactive Report and Interactive Grid where I can manage, edit, and delete data. I have many solutions that are very helpful and ready to use right away from Oracle Application Express (APEX). My favorite feature of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is the Interactive Report because it's a straightforward report that I can create using a simple query or by selecting a particular table from the database. In the action button behind it, I have many great features that I can use out of the box, including graphs and download options for Excel files. There are many sorting functionalities and accounting features. The Interactive Report is a very great tool for quickly displaying interesting data to clients. Oracle Application Express (APEX) has positively impacted my organization by being very fast compared to other languages and products. For example, I don't have to build a site from the ground up, nor do I have to create tons of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript because Oracle Application Express (APEX) offers many built-in solutions. When I want to create a button, in another language, I would need to create it from scratch. In Oracle Application Express (APEX), I can simply use what's available out of the box. It's a very fast platform with many built-in components that I can utilize right away.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Computer Software Company
8%
Construction Company
7%
Government
11%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business29
Midsize Enterprise7
Large Enterprise25
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise28
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Mendix?
I do not have much experience with the pricing, setup cost, and licensing because the sales or business team usually handles that, and as a developer, I don't have a clear idea.
What needs improvement with Mendix?
I think Mendix can be improved by supporting automated tests more easily. For example, Mendix can add some IDs for each component to build the automation tests more easily.
What is your primary use case for Mendix?
I use Mendix to build a system about the consultation of APIs. We are using Mendix to build a system to check SAP, which is another system, and we use APIs to bring information from SAP to this pro...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
I don't have a straightforward answer regarding pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Oracle Application Express (APEX) because the clients pay for this, not me. I'm the developer hired by one co...
What needs improvement with Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
I chose to rate it a 9 out of 10 because no application is perfect for everything. For instance, if I want to create an application for mobile or offline use, Oracle Application Express (APEX) migh...
What is your primary use case for Oracle Application Express (APEX)?
My main use case for Oracle Application Express (APEX) is to create web applications for companies across various industries like banking, aviation, and pharmacy. A specific example of an applicati...
 

Also Known As

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Oracle APEX
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Genzyme, TNT, Yahoo, Capgemini, Roche, D&B, Aegon, kpn, AZL, Sky, Arch, Penn State Univeristy, BancABC
Hepart AG, pharmasol, SATLOG, Collège Bois-de-Boulogne
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