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At a Glance
Phalcon
Phalcon
Star Rating
(26)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Symfony
Symfony
Star Rating
(28)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Phalcon excels in performance due to its low overhead and efficient use of resources, making it a preferred choice for high-traffic applications. In contrast, Symfony, while robust, is noted for being heavier, which can impact performance in resource-constrained environments.
  • Reviewers mention that Phalcon's ease of use is a significant advantage, particularly for developers familiar with PHP, as it allows for rapid development without extensive configuration. Symfony, however, is praised for its flexibility and extensive documentation, which can be beneficial for complex projects but may require a steeper learning curve.
  • G2 users highlight that Phalcon's setup process is straightforward, with many appreciating the built-in features that streamline initial configuration. Symfony users, on the other hand, report that while setup can be more involved, the framework's modularity allows for tailored configurations that suit specific project needs.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Phalcon's support quality is adequate but not as comprehensive as Symfony's, which is often lauded for its responsive community and extensive resources, including forums and tutorials that help users troubleshoot issues effectively.
  • Reviewers say that Phalcon's product direction is perceived as less innovative compared to Symfony, which consistently receives positive feedback for its regular updates and commitment to evolving with modern development practices.
  • Users report that both frameworks cater well to small businesses, but Symfony's broader ecosystem and third-party integrations are often seen as a significant advantage for companies looking to scale and enhance their applications over time.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Phalcon
No pricing available
Symfony
No pricing available
Free Trial
Phalcon
No trial information available
Symfony
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.1
18
9.1
25
Ease of Use
8.6
19
7.7
25
Ease of Setup
7.8
10
7.8
9
Ease of Admin
8.0
11
6.2
7
Quality of Support
7.4
17
8.5
24
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
10
8.0
5
Product Direction (% positive)
5.6
21
9.0
23
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Phalcon
Phalcon
Symfony
Symfony
Phalcon and Symfony are categorized as PHP Web Frameworks
Unique Categories
Phalcon
Phalcon has no unique categories
Symfony
Symfony has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Phalcon
Phalcon
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
60.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
24.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
16.0%
Symfony
Symfony
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
50.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
46.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
3.8%
Reviewers' Industry
Phalcon
Phalcon
Computer Software
24.0%
Information Technology and Services
20.0%
Program Development
4.0%
Outsourcing/Offshoring
4.0%
Mental Health Care
4.0%
Other
44.0%
Symfony
Symfony
Internet
23.1%
Information Technology and Services
19.2%
Computer Software
19.2%
Program Development
11.5%
Marketing and Advertising
7.7%
Other
19.2%
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Discussions
Phalcon
Phalcon Discussions
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Symfony
Symfony Discussions
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