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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (51.3% of reviews)
Enterprise (48.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0 Free for 30 days
IBM Watson Studio
Star Rating
(164)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (51.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about IBM Watson StudioSAP Analytics Cloud
Star Rating
(862)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (48.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 Free for 30 days
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SAP Analytics Cloud excels in Ease of Data Connectivity with a score of 9.3, making it easier to connect to various data sources compared to IBM Watson Studio, which scored 8.8. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizations needing to integrate multiple data streams seamlessly.
- Reviewers mention that IBM Watson Studio shines in Model Development, particularly with its Pre-Built Algorithms scoring 9.2, which allows users to quickly implement machine learning models without extensive coding. In contrast, SAP Analytics Cloud's score of 8.5 in this area indicates it may require more manual setup.
- G2 users highlight that SAP Analytics Cloud offers superior Data Visualization capabilities, scoring 8.8, which is essential for creating impactful reports and dashboards. Users on G2 have noted that the visualizations are intuitive and user-friendly, enhancing the overall reporting experience.
- Reviewers say that IBM Watson Studio provides robust Generative AI features, particularly in AI Text Generation with a score of 9.3, which is highly valued for automating content creation. In comparison, SAP Analytics Cloud's score of 6.9 in this area suggests it may not be as advanced in generative capabilities.
- Users report that SAP Analytics Cloud has a more favorable Reports Interface with a score of 8.4, making it easier to share and collaborate on reports. This is a significant advantage for teams that rely on collaborative reporting processes.
- Users on G2 mention that IBM Watson Studio's Data Governance features are highly rated at 9.5, which is crucial for organizations that prioritize data compliance and security. In contrast, SAP Analytics Cloud's score of 8.2 indicates it may not offer the same level of governance capabilities.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Watson Studio
No pricing availableSAP Analytics Cloud
30-DAY TRIAL
$0
Free for 30 days
- 1 user
- Business Intelligence functionality only
- Basic data source imports (excel, csv, and Google Drive)
Free Trial
IBM Watson Studio
No trial information availableSAP Analytics Cloud
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
121
8.1
546
Ease of Use
8.0
122
8.1
566
Ease of Setup
7.6
100
7.9
297
Ease of Admin
7.8
95
7.8
261
Quality of Support
8.2
113
8.0
489
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.0
94
8.3
256
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
115
8.2
522
Features by Category
Reports
Not enough data
8.4
311
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
293
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
322
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
283
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
311
|
Verified
Self Service
Not enough data
7.9
307
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
313
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
297
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
288
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
265
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
261
|
Verified
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
8.3
258
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
309
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
234
|
Verified
Building Reports
Not enough data
7.9
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
156
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
173
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
167
|
Verified
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
Not enough data
8.4
311
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
293
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
322
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
283
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
311
|
Verified
Reports
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
8.4
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
8.5
13
Visualization
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
8.8
15
Not enough data
8.7
15
Data Updates
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.1
15
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
7.4
14
Data Updates
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
9.0
31
Not enough data
8.7
15
Reports
Not enough data
8.4
311
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
293
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
322
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
283
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
311
|
Verified
Data Preparation
Not enough data
8.2
151
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
147
|
Verified
Data Modeling and Blending
Not enough data
8.2
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
171
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
158
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.7
26
Not enough data
7.5
24
Agentic AI - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Self Service
Not enough data
7.9
307
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
313
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
297
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
288
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
265
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
261
|
Verified
Deployment & Integration - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.7
19
Not enough data
7.6
19
Not enough data
7.3
18
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
8.3
258
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
309
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
234
|
Verified
Performance & Scalability - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.3
18
Not enough data
7.4
19
Advanced Analytics & Modeling - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Agentic AI Capabilities - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Personalized Intelligence - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Building Reports
Not enough data
7.9
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
156
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
173
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
167
|
Verified
Data Source Access
9.0
13
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
9.2
14
Not enough data
Data Interaction
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.4
12
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.2
13
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
Data Exporting
9.4
12
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Deployment
8.8
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
Deployment
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
Management
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
Operations
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
Management
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
System
9.0
12
Not enough data
Model Development
8.5
33
Not enough data
8.8
34
Not enough data
8.5
35
Not enough data
8.3
36
Not enough data
Model Development
9.4
13
Not enough data
Machine/Deep Learning Services
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.5
34
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
Machine/Deep Learning Services
8.9
12
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
Deployment
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
8.6
30
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Data Science and Machine Learning 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
Financial Planning
Not enough data
8.3
49
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
56
|
Verified
Agentic AI - FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Insight
Not enough data
8.7
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
56
|
Verified
Data
Not enough data
8.8
61
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
58
|
Verified
Status Communication
Not enough data
8.5
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
55
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
52
|
Verified
Setup
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
Data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
Analysis
9.7
6
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
Customization
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Statistical Tool
8.0
14
8.0
148
8.4
15
8.2
153
8.1
15
8.0
150
Data Analysis
8.7
15
8.5
166
9.0
14
8.3
163
Decision Making
8.6
14
8.3
161
8.6
15
8.5
161
8.3
13
8.4
164
8.7
14
8.4
120
Generative AI
9.3
5
8.7
9
8.3
5
8.9
9
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Watson Studio and SAP Analytics Cloud are categorized as Predictive Analytics
Unique Categories
IBM Watson Studio is categorized as Text Analysis, Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms, MLOps Platforms, and Data Preparation
SAP Analytics Cloud is categorized as Analytics Platforms, FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis), and Data Visualization
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Watson Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SAP Analytics Cloud
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
15.8%
Computer Software
13.3%
Telecommunications
8.2%
Banking
7.6%
Education Management
5.7%
Other
49.4%
Information Technology and Services
17.7%
Computer Software
6.1%
Financial Services
4.3%
Accounting
4.2%
Hospital & Health Care
3.3%
Other
64.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
IBM Watson Studio has no discussions with answers
What is the use of SAP Analytics Cloud?
2 Comments
GP
It is useful for business intelligence to better understand business and improve planning.Read more
Can I use SAC for planning with non-SAP data sources like Oracle and others ?
1 Comment
BM
YesRead more
SAC connection to BW Live connection
1 Comment
NM
Since Planning is import data and the data resides in SAC Smart discovery and sear to insights are possible. Read more
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