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At a Glance
Market Segments
Not enough data
Mid-Market (59.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Destination
Free
Census
Star Rating
(0)0.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Not enough data
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Destination
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(779)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (59.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Fivetran excels in ease of use, with users highlighting its quick setup process and the ability to connect to various data sources effortlessly. Many appreciate the multiple pre-built connectors that simplify data integration and maintenance.
- Users say that Census shines in its ability to sync data back to external systems reliably, making it a strong choice for those needing to consolidate data from third-party tools into CRMs and other platforms. This capability is often noted as a standout feature.
- Reviewers mention that while both tools are user-friendly, Fivetran's automated pipelines and seamless handling of schema changes make it particularly appealing for users who prioritize efficiency in data integration processes.
- According to verified reviews, Census users appreciate its error detection capabilities, which enhance the reliability of data syncing. This feature is often highlighted as a unique advantage that sets it apart from other solutions.
- G2 reviewers indicate that Fivetran's strong community support and comprehensive documentation contribute to a smoother user experience, especially for those new to data integration, making it a solid choice for teams looking for robust support.
- Users note that while both products have their strengths, Fivetran's overall higher satisfaction ratings suggest a more favorable experience for users seeking a reliable ETL tool, particularly in terms of performance and user satisfaction.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Census
Free
Free
1 Destination
No credit card required to get started. $0, free forever.
- Unlimited free destinations: Slack, Google Sheets, Airtable, and more
- Unlimited 30-day trials of additional destinations
- Up to 2 active syncs per billable destination
Fivetran
Free Plan
Free
For individuals automating ELT for small volumes of data.
- Access Standard Plan features, free up to 500,000 monthly active rows (MAR)
- Commitment free: No credit card required
Free Trial
Census
Free Trial is available
Fivetran
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
Not enough data
8.6
573
Ease of Use
Not enough data
9.0
581
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.1
362
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.8
326
Quality of Support
Not enough data
8.5
524
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.7
320
Product Direction (% positive)
Not enough data
8.3
519
Features by Category
Functionality
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8.4
151
Not enough data
8.5
145
Not enough data
8.4
129
Not enough data
7.1
116
Not enough data
8.7
138
Not enough data
6.4
111
Diverse Extraction Points
Not enough data
8.4
151
Management
Not enough data
7.7
150
Not enough data
7.4
145
Functionality
Feature Not Available
8.8
154
Not enough data
8.1
171
Not enough data
9.0
191
Not enough data
9.0
188
Not enough data
8.5
185
Data Sourcing
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Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
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Intelligence
Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
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Management
Not enough data
7.2
66
Not enough data
8.2
59
Not enough data
8.5
77
Not enough data
8.0
82
Solution Provision
Not enough data
7.3
55
Not enough data
8.3
71
Not enough data
7.6
54
Development
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Management
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Security
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Integration Options
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Deployment
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Data Management
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Agentic AI - DataOps Platforms
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Analytics
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Feature Not Available
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Monitoring and Management
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Cloud Deployment
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Generative AI
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Data Management
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Functionality
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Generative AI
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Management
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Reporting
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Security
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Census and Fivetran are categorized as ETL Tools
Unique Categories
Census is categorized as Reverse ETL, DataOps Platforms, Customer Data Platform (CDP), Big Data Integration Platforms, and iPaaS
Fivetran is categorized as Data Replication and Data Extraction
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Census
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Fivetran
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
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Other
0%
Computer Software
22.3%
Information Technology and Services
17.3%
Financial Services
8.7%
Retail
4.9%
Marketing and Advertising
3.7%
Other
43.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
Census has no discussions with answers
Is Fivetran an ETL tool?
2 Comments
NV
Fivetran is an ELT Tool, specifically for Extracting the data from source and Loading the data into the Destination. This tool works in conjunction with...Read more
Can Fivetran implement a feature to auto download / refresh data into a spreadsheet ? That would be great.
1 Comment
JL
Hi George,
Thanks for reaching out. All feature requests are logged via our Support Portal. Please submit your feature request here:...Read more
Do plan to partner with smaller software companies to add to your selection of available connectors?
1 Comment
MP
Did you already asked their support? They offer a also cloud functions and other solutions to connect also other sources.Read more
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