Compare Apache Airflow and Camunda 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (45.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Apache Airflow
Star Rating
(123)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Apache AirflowCamunda
Star Rating
(320)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that Apache Airflow excels in its ability to manage complex workflows with ease, particularly highlighting its clear Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) that make workflows easy to understand and maintain. Users appreciate the automated scheduling feature, which reduces manual effort and enhances efficiency.
- Users say that Camunda stands out for its incredible flexibility, especially when integrating AI into workflows. Reviewers commend its robust platform for orchestrating complex workflows across microservices and legacy systems, making it a strong choice for organizations looking to innovate.
- According to verified reviews, Apache Airflow has a user-friendly web-based UI and supports Python scripting, which many users find more accessible than other programming languages. This feature is particularly beneficial for project flow management and monitoring, allowing for easier development of process flows.
- Reviewers mention that Camunda's foundation on open standards like BPMN and DMN fosters clear communication between technical and business teams. This approach ensures that everyone involved can understand processes without confusion, which is a significant advantage for collaborative environments.
- G2 reviewers highlight that both products offer quality support, with Apache Airflow receiving praise for its responsive customer service. However, Camunda's support is noted as being particularly knowledgeable, which can be crucial for teams navigating complex implementations.
- Users report that while Apache Airflow has a slightly higher ease of use rating, Camunda's developer-friendly platform is favored for orchestrating intricate workflows. This makes Camunda a preferred choice for enterprises that require a more sophisticated approach to workflow management.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Apache Airflow
No pricing availableCamunda
Self-Managed
Free
Free download of Camunda to install and run on your own machine.
- Unlimited, non-production use of all agentic and process orchestration features
- One-click distribution package with BPMN Workflow Engine, DMN Decision Engine, Tasklist, and Operate
- Build, test, and run your processes locally
Free Trial
Apache Airflow
No trial information availableCamunda
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
91
8.6
122
Ease of Use
8.4
91
8.1
285
Ease of Setup
7.7
55
7.3
234
Ease of Admin
8.3
30
7.9
70
Quality of Support
8.2
83
8.2
111
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
29
8.7
59
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
85
8.8
122
Features by Category
Setup
Not enough data
8.5
43
Not enough data
8.8
47
Not enough data
7.5
44
Not enough data
7.7
44
Management
Not enough data
7.5
45
Not enough data
8.0
44
Not enough data
8.3
45
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.4
27
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Deployment
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
Deployment
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
Management
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
Operations
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
Management
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
Model Development
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
7.6
9
Not enough data
7.0
9
Performance Metrics
Not enough data
6.5
9
Not enough data
7.0
9
Visualizations
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Scenario Analysis
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
7.7
19
Not enough data
7.7
18
Business Logic
Not enough data
7.9
19
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.4
19
Management
Not enough data
6.9
19
Not enough data
8.1
19
Analytics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
18
Deployment
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
19
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.1
12
Not enough data
6.4
12
Agentic AI - Decision Management Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.7
35
Not enough data
6.8
35
Process Management
Not enough data
8.7
67
Not enough data
8.4
66
Not enough data
8.4
62
Not enough data
7.0
52
Not enough data
8.4
64
Not enough data
7.5
58
Not enough data
7.4
56
Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
71
Not enough data
8.2
62
Not enough data
6.8
48
Not enough data
7.4
51
Collaboration
Not enough data
7.1
55
Not enough data
7.4
58
Not enough data
7.7
59
Not enough data
8.5
64
Agentic AI - Business Process Management
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Process Development
Not enough data
8.3
63
Functionality - Process Orchestration
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
6.9
8
Integration & Adaptability - Process Orchestration
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.3
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Workflow Design & Integration - AI Orchestration
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.2
18
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
8.7
17
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
Performance Optimization & Analytics - AI Orchestration
8.1
17
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
8.4
16
Not enough data
Governance & Compliance Controls - AI Orchestration
7.7
14
Not enough data
7.3
14
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Apache Airflow and Camunda are categorized as AI Orchestration
Unique Categories
Apache Airflow is categorized as MLOps Platforms
Camunda is categorized as Process Orchestration, Business Process Management, Workflow Management, Decision Management Platforms, and Business Process Simulation
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Apache Airflow
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Camunda
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
22.2%
Computer Software
17.1%
Financial Services
11.1%
Marketing and Advertising
4.3%
Banking
3.4%
Other
41.9%
Banking
17.1%
Financial Services
14.5%
Telecommunications
11.0%
Computer Software
10.6%
Consulting
7.1%
Other
39.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
Who is using Apache airflow?
1 Comment
FE
To send custom metadata to AtlanRead more
Is Apache airflow an ETL tool?
1 Comment
BM
Yes, we can use it to schedule and trigger ETL jobs and orchestrate them into a logical workflow Read more
What are the performance bottlenecks you've experienced or received?
1 Comment
Official Response from Camunda
There are no known performance bottlenecks in Zeebe (Camunda Platform 8's workflow engine) at this time. Visit...Read more
How do I get more tutorials on Camunda tool?
1 Comment
Official Response from Camunda
Step-by-step tutorials are available in our documentation at https://docs.camunda.io, and video tutorials are available at...Read more
How can i lean CMMN other than official document , its quite difficult in understanding
1 Comment
Official Response from Camunda
Camunda no longer supports CMMN; you can learn more at https://camunda.com/blog/2020/08/how-cmmn-never-lived-up-to-its-potential/.Read more
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