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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (54.1% of reviews)
Mid-Market (53.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
No pricing available
IBM Planning Analytics
Star Rating
(241)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (54.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansUnit4 FP&A
Star Rating
(14)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Unit4 FP&ASummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Unit4 FP&A excels in budget creation with features like "Versioning" (9.1) and "What-If" analysis (9.2), allowing for flexible financial planning. In contrast, IBM Planning Analytics shines in "Planning" (9.1) and "Forecasting" (8.9), providing robust tools for comprehensive financial strategies.
- Reviewers mention that Unit4 FP&A's "Data Import" (9.0) is highly praised for its ease of use, making it simple to integrate various data sources. Conversely, users on G2 highlight IBM Planning Analytics' superior "Data Analysis" (8.5) capabilities, which offer more advanced analytical features for deeper insights.
- G2 users indicate that Unit4 FP&A's "Collaboration" features, particularly "Multiple users" (9.1), facilitate teamwork effectively. However, reviewers mention that IBM Planning Analytics provides better "Real-Time Data Updates" (9.0), ensuring that all users have access to the most current information during collaborative efforts.
- Users say that Unit4 FP&A's "Forecasting" capabilities, especially "Historical Data" (8.9) and "Reforecast" (9.2), are beneficial for maintaining accuracy in financial predictions. In contrast, IBM Planning Analytics is noted for its "Live Forecasting" (8.8), which allows for dynamic adjustments based on real-time data.
- Reviewers mention that Unit4 FP&A's "Quality of Support" (8.0) is consistent, providing reliable assistance when needed. However, users report that IBM Planning Analytics has a more extensive user community and resources, which can enhance the support experience through shared knowledge and best practices.
- Users on G2 highlight that Unit4 FP&A's "Analytics" features, particularly "Variance Analysis" (8.8) and "Forecasts Comparison" (8.8), are effective for tracking performance against budgets. Meanwhile, IBM Planning Analytics is recognized for its "Custom Reporting" (8.8), which allows users to tailor reports to their specific needs, enhancing the overall reporting experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Planning Analytics
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- Connected Planning
- Excel and web interface
- Scenario planning
Unit4 FP&A
No pricing availableFree Trial
IBM Planning Analytics
Free Trial is available
Unit4 FP&A
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
167
8.3
11
Ease of Use
8.1
179
8.5
11
Ease of Setup
7.4
140
6.3
9
Ease of Admin
7.9
103
7.2
9
Quality of Support
8.0
160
7.4
11
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
97
8.3
9
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
160
7.9
11
Features by Category
Analytics
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
Warehouse Management
8.9
9
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
Collaborate
8.3
28
Not enough data
8.4
28
Not enough data
Logistics
8.7
25
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.4
26
Not enough data
Budget Creation
9.0
61
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
9.0
59
Not enough data
9.1
59
Not enough data
9.0
58
Not enough data
9.1
58
Not enough data
Budget Management
9.1
56
Not enough data
9.1
58
Not enough data
8.6
58
Not enough data
Forecasting
9.0
55
Not enough data
9.0
55
Not enough data
8.9
54
Not enough data
8.8
55
Not enough data
7.1
45
Not enough data
Analytics
8.7
55
Not enough data
8.8
55
Not enough data
8.9
54
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Budgeting and Forecasting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting Structure
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Standard Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Custom Analytics
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
Agentic AI - Financial Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analytics
8.6
17
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.4
18
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.8
17
Not enough data
Planning
8.8
18
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
Reconciliation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Closing Process
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI - Financial Close
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
Financial Planning
9.1
47
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
45
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
47
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Insight
9.0
81
|
Verified
8.3
8
|
Verified
8.9
83
|
Verified
8.7
10
|
Verified
9.3
80
|
Verified
8.7
9
|
Verified
Data
8.4
67
|
Verified
7.5
10
|
Verified
8.7
82
|
Verified
8.3
9
|
Verified
8.5
69
|
Verified
7.8
10
|
Verified
8.1
79
|
Verified
6.3
9
|
Verified
Status Communication
8.2
74
|
Verified
6.4
6
|
Verified
8.2
74
|
Verified
8.3
7
|
Verified
9.1
63
|
Verified
7.9
8
|
Verified
8.3
64
|
Verified
7.8
6
|
Verified
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ReportingHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Collection
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Risk Management - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting
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
Agentic AI - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reports
8.9
15
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
8.4
15
Not enough data
Cleaning
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.0
14
Not enough data
6.0
14
Not enough data
5.7
14
Not enough data
Resource Planning - Workforce Planning
9.2
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
Human Resources - Workforce Planning
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Sales Analytics
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
Data Sourcing
8.5
19
Not enough data
8.8
19
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.5
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
Predictive Analytics
8.1
17
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
8.7
17
Not enough data
Sales Management
8.6
17
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Marketing Operations
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
Campaign Activity
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
Agentic AI - Marketing Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Planning Analytics and Unit4 FP&A are categorized as Budgeting and Forecasting and FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Unique Categories
IBM Planning Analytics is categorized as Workforce Planning, Sales & Ops Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, HR Analytics, Sales Analytics, and Marketing Analytics
Unit4 FP&A is categorized as Financial Analysis, Financial Close, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Planning Analytics
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Unit4 FP&A
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
Financial Services
11.2%
Information Technology and Services
8.8%
Accounting
6.8%
Consulting
6.3%
Banking
6.3%
Other
60.5%
Utilities
15.4%
Government Administration
15.4%
Retail
7.7%
Oil & Energy
7.7%
Hospitality
7.7%
Other
46.2%
Discussions
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Unit4 FP&A has no discussions with answers
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