Compare IBM Cognos Analytics and TrendMiner 
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Market Segments
Enterprise (58.6% of reviews)
Enterprise (52.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $10.00 1 User Per Month
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IBM Cognos Analytics
Star Rating
(460)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (58.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $10.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(180)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (52.8% of reviews)
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Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that IBM Cognos Analytics excels in providing a comprehensive solution for data visualization and reporting. Users appreciate its ability to create complex reports and dashboards, making it a favorite among novice data users who find the interface intuitive and engaging for presentations.
- Users say that TrendMiner stands out for its exceptional support team and community engagement. Reviewers highlight the simplicity of the administrator setup and the minimal need for troubleshooting, which contributes to a smoother user experience and quicker onboarding.
- According to verified reviews, IBM Cognos Analytics has a higher overall satisfaction score, indicating that users feel more positively about its performance and reliability. Many users mention the stability and speed of the platform once set up, which is crucial for regular reporting tasks.
- Reviewers mention that TrendMiner is particularly effective for operational monitoring, helping users focus on critical areas that require attention. This capability is especially beneficial for teams managing multiple process units, as it allows for real-time data visualization and analysis.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while IBM Cognos Analytics offers robust features for data interaction and modeling, some users find it challenging to match their specific workflow needs, which can lead to configuration difficulties.
- Users report that while TrendMiner has a strong ease of use rating, its overall G2 Score is lower than that of IBM Cognos Analytics, suggesting that while it performs well in specific areas, it may not have the same breadth of features or market presence as its competitor.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Cognos Analytics
Cognos® Analytics On Demand - Standard
Starting at $10.00
1 User Per Month
Upload and model data, combine data sets, create dashboards and stories, and view report outputs.
- https://www.ibm.com/marketplace/purchase/configuration/en/us/checkout?editionID=EID2RPAX
- Dashboards, storytelling and collaboration
- Cognos mobile
TrendMiner
Custom
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TrendMiner is priced to fit your company size. You can request more details here: https://www.trendminer.com/pricing/
- Custom pricing
Free Trial
IBM Cognos Analytics
Free Trial is available
TrendMiner
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.2
317
8.6
159
Ease of Use
7.5
340
8.8
163
Ease of Setup
7.2
199
8.4
60
Ease of Admin
7.0
143
8.5
37
Quality of Support
7.5
284
9.2
155
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.8
139
9.3
44
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
300
9.5
158
Features by Category
Reports
8.1
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
194
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
144
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
189
|
Verified
Not enough data
Self Service
8.1
176
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
194
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
179
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
126
|
Verified
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics
7.9
132
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
167
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
119
|
Verified
Not enough data
Building Reports
8.2
122
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
120
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
107
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
91
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
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
Reports
8.1
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
194
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
144
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
189
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data Preparation
8.3
72
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
73
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data Modeling and Blending
8.4
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.3
37
Not enough data
7.5
37
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Analytics Platforms
7.8
10
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
Self Service
8.1
176
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
194
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
179
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
126
|
Verified
Not enough data
Deployment & Integration - Analytics Platforms
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics
7.9
132
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
167
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
119
|
Verified
Not enough data
Performance & Scalability - Analytics Platforms
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Advanced Analytics & Modeling - Analytics Platforms
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Agentic AI Capabilities - Analytics Platforms
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
Personalized Intelligence - Analytics Platforms
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
Building Reports
8.2
122
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
120
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
107
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
91
|
Verified
Not enough data
Reports
8.1
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
194
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
144
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
189
|
Verified
Not enough data
Self Service
8.1
176
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
194
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
179
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
126
|
Verified
Not enough data
Building Reports
8.2
122
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
120
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
107
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
91
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data Management
Not enough data
8.3
71
Not enough data
7.7
69
Not enough data
7.6
65
Not enough data
8.5
69
Not enough data
7.6
63
Analytics
Not enough data
8.3
65
Not enough data
8.9
70
Not enough data
8.1
73
Agentic AI - Manufacturing Intelligence
Not enough data
5.2
10
Data Sources
Not enough data
7.9
40
Not enough data
7.8
39
Not enough data
8.8
40
Analytics
Not enough data
8.1
39
Not enough data
8.1
39
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
8.5
40
Metrics
Not enough data
8.3
39
Not enough data
8.7
40
Not enough data
8.3
40
Not enough data
8.7
40
Statistical Tool
8.2
31
7.4
66
Feature Not Available
8.6
74
Feature Not Available
7.7
70
Data Analysis
8.7
34
9.0
80
8.8
33
8.5
76
Decision Making
8.7
31
8.0
76
8.6
34
8.9
81
8.5
35
8.2
75
8.3
31
8.3
72
Generative AI
8.0
18
6.6
45
8.1
18
6.6
45
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Cognos Analytics and TrendMiner are categorized as Predictive Analytics
Unique Categories
IBM Cognos Analytics is categorized as Embedded Business Intelligence and Analytics Platforms
TrendMiner is categorized as Time Series Intelligence, Manufacturing Intelligence, and IoT Analytics Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Cognos Analytics
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
TrendMiner
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
11.1%
Insurance
8.5%
Financial Services
8.3%
Computer Software
6.5%
Banking
5.4%
Other
60.2%
Chemicals
50.6%
Oil & Energy
7.9%
Computer Software
4.5%
Manufacturing
2.8%
Food Production
2.8%
Other
31.5%
Discussions
Where can I find more answers on my questions?
2 Comments
MD
We're IBM Gold partners with a ton of experience implementing Cognos, and have lots of good free technical information on our blog at...Read more
I heard Cognos Analytics 11.11 was out - where can I find more information?
2 Comments
MD
As of October 2019, the latest version is 11.1.4. We just did a livestream earlier this week to review the latest updates. You can check that out here:...Read more
Have you used DMR ? Have you found it better than a relational or a powercube?
1 Comment
CM
Yes, I have used DMR. However, the performance here is not so great compared to a PowerCube. However, you don't have to worry about building cubes. I...Read more
What is TrendMiner used for?
1 Comment
Official Response from TrendMiner
TrendMiner is used for advanced analytics in process manufacturing industries. Its primary functions and applications include:
Real-Time Monitoring: It...Read more
TrendMiner has no more discussions with answers
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