# Acquia DAM (Widen) vs Extensis Portfolio Comparison
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## AI Generated Summary
- **G2 reviewers report** that Acquia DAM (Widen) excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to Extensis Portfolio. Users appreciate its intuitive navigation and powerful features, such as the ability to create external sharing portals, which enhances collaboration.
- **According to verified reviews** , Acquia DAM (Widen) has a robust implementation process, with users noting that once set up, it simplifies the organization and distribution of digital assets. In contrast, Extensis Portfolio has received mixed feedback regarding its setup, with some users facing challenges during the initial configuration.
- **Users say** that Acquia DAM (Widen) provides superior support quality, with a score of 9.0, which is higher than Extensis Portfolio's 8.4. Reviewers highlight the helpfulness of the support team, particularly in resolving technical issues quickly, making it a reliable partner for businesses.
- **Reviewers mention** that Acquia DAM (Widen) offers excellent metadata management capabilities, allowing for precise tracking and sorting of files. Users find this feature invaluable for organizing creative media, while Extensis Portfolio also provides metadata management but does not receive the same level of praise for its effectiveness.
- **G2 reviewers highlight** the ease of use of Acquia DAM (Widen), which scores 8.6, compared to Extensis Portfolio's 8.1. Users appreciate features like drag-and-drop functionality and auto keywording in Extensis, but many find Acquia's overall user experience to be more seamless and efficient.
- **According to recent user feedback** , Acquia DAM (Widen) is recognized for its strong integration capabilities with other tools, enhancing its functionality for users. While Extensis Portfolio also offers integrations, users feel that Acquia's options are more comprehensive and better suited for enterprise-level needs.



| | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.0 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 631 | 100 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (48.3% of reviews) | Mid-Market (40.6% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Free Trial 50 Users Per Year | Contact Vendor for Pricing | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Acquia DAM (Widen)

Pros:
- Ease of Use (39 reviews)
- Asset Management (31 reviews)

Cons:
- Missing Features (13 reviews)
- Confusion (9 reviews)

### Extensis Portfolio

**Not enough data**

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (530 reviews) | 8.1 (95 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.6 (532 reviews) | 8.1 (95 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 7.9 (325 reviews) | 6.9 (65 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.3 (332 reviews) | 8.3 (70 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 9.0 (482 reviews) | 8.4 (89 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.3 (325 reviews) | 8.8 (68 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.1 (514 reviews) | 7.3 (94 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Acquia DAM (Widen)

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Workgroup

Price: Free Trial 50 Users Per Year

Description: Teams moving from shared drives to an AI-powered DAM to gain control of their library, automate tagging, and integrate with a few tools.

Key Features:
- Assets
- Insights
- Portals

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/acquia-dam-widen/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Extensis Portfolio

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Portfolio Studio

Price: Contact Vendor for Pricing

Description: Media archive server for a small workgroup or creative team. Connect a workgroup (maximum of 3 simultaneous users) to thousands of assets within a single catalog.

Key Features:
- Organize, search and retrieve all media from one centralized location
- Limit improper usage of files

[Browse all 2 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/extensis-portfolio/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Digital Asset Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Acquia DAM (Widen)** | 8.5/10 | 472 |
| **Extensis Portfolio** | 8.3/10 | 100 |

#### Interface and Performance

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Import/Export** | 8.7 (422 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.3 (84 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Organizational Interface** | 8.3 (431 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.2 (86 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Search** | 8.6 (454 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.0 (86 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **File Preview** | 8.7 (440 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.5 (86 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Analytics** | 7.4 (107 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Asset Management

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Types** | 9.0 (435 reviews) ✓ Verified | 9.1 (84 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Metadata** | 8.9 (427 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.9 (83 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **File Transformation** | 8.7 (389 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.4 (65 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Versioning** | 8.9 (364 reviews) ✓ Verified | 7.6 (47 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Expiration** | 8.8 (368 reviews) ✓ Verified | 7.9 (38 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Watermark** | 8.1 (192 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.2 (36 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Digital Rights Management** | 8.5 (287 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.2 (45 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Brand Guidelines** | 8.3 (105 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Media Types

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Video** | 8.8 (368 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.1 (58 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Audio** | 8.8 (272 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.1 (37 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Images** | 9.4 (437 reviews) ✓ Verified | 9.5 (82 reviews) ✓ Verified | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Workflow Management** | 8.5 (315 reviews) ✓ Verified | 7.9 (65 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **User, Role, and Access Management** | 8.7 (402 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.2 (79 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Brand Portal** | 8.6 (368 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.1 (76 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Integration with Creative Software** | 8.0 (246 reviews) ✓ Verified | 7.9 (50 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Integration with Marketing Software** | 7.9 (189 reviews) ✓ Verified | 8.2 (24 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Digital Asset Management

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | 6.9 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Creative Management Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Acquia DAM (Widen)** | 5.4/10 | 25 |
| **Extensis Portfolio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Authoring Tools

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Ad Templates** | 6.3 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **HTML5 Authoring** | 4.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Automated Ad Creation** | 5.2 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Lanugage Translation** | 4.8 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Creative Management Platforms

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Testing Tools

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Dynamic Versioning** | 5.6 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **A/B Testing ** | 5.1 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Publishing Tools

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Demand Side Platform Built-in** | 5.1 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Demand Side Platform Integration** | 4.8 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Campaign Scheduling** | 4.7 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Product Information Management (PIM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Acquia DAM (Widen)** | 8.0/10 | 21 |
| **Extensis Portfolio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Data Management

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Collection** | 8.5 (19 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Cleansing** | 6.4 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Classification** | 7.5 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Access Rights** | 8.6 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Versioning** | 8.9 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Publication** | 7.9 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Digital Assets** | 9.4 (19 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Optimization

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Quality** | 8.9 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Workflows** | 7.6 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Localization** | 7.5 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Analytics

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Compliance** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **KPIs** | 6.7 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | 8.0 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Digital Rights Management (DRM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Acquia DAM (Widen)** | 7.4/10 | 10 |
| **Extensis Portfolio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Content Protection

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Watermarking** | 5.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Location Control** | 5.6 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Expiration Management** | 9.0 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **License Management** | 8.5 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Subscription Managenent** | 6.2 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Access Management** | 7.5 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Usage Tracking** | 8.1 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Password Protection** | 7.7 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Content Type

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Document Protection** | 7.9 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Media Protection** | 7.9 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Brand Asset Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Acquia DAM (Widen)** | 6.7/10 | 38 |
| **Extensis Portfolio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Editing

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Photo editing** | 5.8 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Resizing** | 7.1 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Video editing** | 5.6 (30 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Integration with editing tools** | 6.3 (30 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Search

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Filtering** | 8.4 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Pinned search** | 7.5 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Auto tagging** | 6.4 (30 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Suggested search** | 7.0 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Permissions

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Content expiration** | 8.5 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Asset permissions** | 8.5 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Access requests** | 8.1 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Customizable brand guidelines** | 7.4 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration** | 7.5 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Templates** | 6.5 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Brand Asset Management

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | 5.8 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | 5.6 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | 6.1 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | 5.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | 5.8 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | 5.8 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Markup Software

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Acquia DAM (Widen)** | N/A | N/A |
| **Extensis Portfolio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Annotation Tools - Markup Software

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Text Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Text Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Collaboration - Markup Software

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Real-Time Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security - Markup Software

| Feature | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Password Protection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Digital Asset Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/digital-asset-management)

**Unique to Acquia DAM (Widen) (5):** [Brand Asset Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/brand-asset-management), [Digital Rights Management (DRM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/digital-rights-management-drm), [Product Information Management (PIM) Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/product-information-management-pim), [Creative Management Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/creative-management-platforms), [Markup Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/markup-software)



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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Acquia DAM (Widen) | Extensis Portfolio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 14.2% | 21.9% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 37.5% | 40.6% | 
| **Enterprise** | 48.3% | 37.5% | 

### By Industry

#### Acquia DAM (Widen)

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 8.1%
- **Consumer Goods:** 4.9%
- **Higher Education:** 4.3%
- **Apparel & Fashion:** 4.0%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 3.8%
- **Retail:** 3.3%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 3.0%
- **Computer Software:** 2.8%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.6%
- **Food & Beverages:** 2.6%
- **Other:** 60.6%

#### Extensis Portfolio

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 8.2%
- **Government Administration:** 7.1%
- **Design:** 7.1%
- **Higher Education:** 6.1%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 5.1%
- **Leisure, Travel & Tourism:** 4.1%
- **Consumer Goods:** 4.1%
- **Graphic Design:** 3.1%
- **Entertainment:** 3.1%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 3.1%
- **Other:** 49.0%

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## Top Discussions

### Acquia DAM (Widen)

- Title: [Is there a way to tag files with certain keywords?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-a-way-to-tag-files-with-certain-keywords) — 3 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Yes. There is an open text field to add any specific keywords you want to be able to search. There is also an option to create specific fields to choose from..."
- Title: [How does digital asset management work?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-does-digital-asset-management-work) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Imagine having a shared folder where you can track who does what to the files. You can share and track downloads as well as views as if you would be using..."
- Title: [How much does widen cost?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-much-does-widen-cost) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "We pay $36,000 per year for the Widen DAM."
- Title: [Do you work with companies when there will be new administrators, so that the handoff is smooth?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/do-you-work-with-companies-when-there-will-be-new-administrators-so-that-the-handoff-is-smooth) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "When I became the new administrator for our Collective, I became aware of the guidelines and practices in place at that time. I worked closely with the..."
- Title: [What does the Widen implementation and customer experience look like?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/implementation-and-customer-experience) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "to include: implementation, training, help desk, consulting, account management, best practices webinars and seminars, online user community and live annual..."

### Extensis Portfolio

- Title: [Can Portfolio work with any of our other systems or databases?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-portfolio-work-with-any-of-our-other-systems-or-databases) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Fast track the integration of digital asset management with other business systems by leveraging Portfolio’s RESTful API.

Find out more here:..."
- Title: [What about adding assets from iphones?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-about-adding-assets-from-iphones) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Using any iOS or Android™ mobile device, users can upload assets from practically anywhere directly into Portfolio with metadata attached.

Find out more..."
- Title: [What if I need multiple versions or sizes of files?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-if-i-need-multiple-versions-or-sizes-of-files) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "With Portfolio you can get lower resolution or resized versions of your images. Without submitting asset requests, conversions and unnecessary..."
- Title: [How can we share select images with customers or distributors?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-can-we-share-select-images-with-customers-or-distributors) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Portfolio NetPublish is a module of Portfolio that allows you to easily publish dynamic websites that can be accessed from any browser on any device. Share..."
- Title: [Can Portfolio work any of the Creative Suite Applications directly?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-portfolio-work-any-of-the-creative-suite-applications-directly) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Indeed. Portfolio Express gives you direct access to your assets right from your desktop. Instantly find files in your catalog, then simply drag and drop..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/acquia-dam-widen-vs-extensis-portfolio)