Compare OpenBOM and SAP Engineering Control Center 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (42.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 User
No pricing available
OpenBOM
Star Rating
(769)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 User
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSAP Engineering Control Center
Star Rating
(20)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SAP Engineering Control CenterSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that OpenBOM excels in user satisfaction, reflected in its higher overall G2 Score compared to SAP Engineering Control Center. Users appreciate the easy integration with APIs, allowing for custom in-house features that enhance their Bill of Materials management.
- Users say that OpenBOM's cloud-based BOM management significantly improves collaboration, providing real-time updates and revision control. This feature is particularly beneficial for teams needing to manage complex projects without losing track of parts.
- Reviewers mention that while SAP Engineering Control Center has a clean interface that is easy for beginners to navigate, it struggles with user satisfaction overall. Some users find it less intuitive compared to OpenBOM, which is noted for its intuitive onboarding process.
- According to verified reviews, both products offer strong support quality, but OpenBOM stands out with its high-quality support ratings, which users find responsive and helpful, especially during the initial setup phase.
- Users highlight that SAP Engineering Control Center provides seamless data transitions among its modules, which is a strong point for organizations already embedded in the SAP ecosystem. However, this integration can come at the cost of flexibility, as some users feel it is less adaptable to unique workflows.
- G2 reviewers note that OpenBOM's focus on small businesses allows it to cater specifically to their needs, while SAP Engineering Control Center is more aligned with mid-market companies. This difference in target audience can influence the overall user experience and feature set, with OpenBOM being praised for its affordability and accessibility.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OpenBOM
Free Trial
$0.00
1 User
Allows you to explore all OpenBOM features included in standard subscription plans
- It is a free services. Unlimited storage, unlimited number of users. Contact for more details.
SAP Engineering Control Center
No pricing availableFree Trial
OpenBOM
Free Trial is available
SAP Engineering Control Center
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.2
660
8.8
17
Ease of Use
8.0
666
8.3
18
Ease of Setup
7.9
352
8.3
5
Ease of Admin
8.1
157
7.7
5
Quality of Support
8.7
566
8.7
17
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
151
9.0
5
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
631
10.0
18
Features by Category
Metadata
8.1
334
8.2
11
7.6
311
8.8
10
7.9
322
8.1
12
Data Management
8.0
349
8.6
13
7.7
323
8.3
10
7.7
335
8.7
15
7.8
318
8.6
15
Generative AI
6.5
178
Not enough data
6.4
174
Not enough data
New Product Introduction
7.0
223
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.0
225
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
253
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
235
|
Verified
Not enough data
CAD
8.1
240
Not enough data
7.8
229
Not enough data
7.9
230
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.4
220
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
223
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
222
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
234
|
Verified
Not enough data
Product Data Management
7.8
238
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
241
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
246
|
Verified
Not enough data
Bill of Materials
8.6
292
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
296
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
283
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
274
|
Verified
Not enough data
Engineering Change Management
7.3
198
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
209
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.1
200
|
Verified
Not enough data
Simulation
6.5
180
Not enough data
6.6
184
Not enough data
6.7
184
Not enough data
Analytics
7.1
193
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
232
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.9
190
|
Verified
Not enough data
Quality management
7.2
188
Not enough data
7.5
193
Not enough data
7.2
184
Not enough data
Integration
7.0
189
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.8
171
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.9
179
Not enough data
7.2
183
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.2
99
Not enough data
6.2
98
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OpenBOM and SAP Engineering Control Center are categorized as Product Data Management (PDM)
Unique Categories
OpenBOM is categorized as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
SAP Engineering Control Center has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OpenBOM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SAP Engineering Control Center
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.7%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
9.9%
Automotive
7.7%
Manufacturing
6.0%
Medical Devices
4.5%
Other
55.2%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
10.5%
Information Technology and Services
10.5%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
10.5%
Design
10.5%
Automotive
10.5%
Other
47.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
Can I get free subscription plan for using OpenBOM personally at all times?
3 Comments
NP
Click the Support or Bot at bottom right of screen. They can be very helpful.Read more
What is the best way to add BOM's to fusison360 drawings?
3 Comments
NP
Click the Support or Bot at bottom right of screen. They can be very helpful.Read more
What is the best way to create information of a custom 3D printed part
2 Comments
CO
OpenBOM Output includes Volume for the part (mm3) and material. One exported to excel it can be easily added a column to find the cost of the specific...Read more
SAP Engineering Control Center has no discussions with answers
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