I use OutSystems for developing customer applications, and I love how fast I can prototype and create proofs of concept. It's great for building a prototype quickly and integrates seamlessly with other systems. I really like the structures and variable handling, as it allows for passing complex type data without needing to break them down first. Also, the initial setup was super easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The front end tools aren’t WYSIWYG enough. I should be able to build a screen in the IDE and see the result exactly as I build it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The best thing about OutSystems is that it’s easy to use and manage, especially when it comes to user administration and deploying applications. As an infrastructure systems administrator, I don’t need to handle server management; I just monitor the servers and databases using Performance Insights. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I dislike is the monitoring: I think we need more features to monitor the traffic between applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that OutSystems is a platform where you can pretty much do most things through it alone. I find its governance and security helpful for keeping a desired level of confidence from the business. The initial setup was brilliant—very quick, fast, and easy. I gave it a 10 for recommendation, definitely. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The deployment process in OutSystems could be improved, especially when it comes to bug fixing. I find it challenging to fix bugs in the production environment and then ship them back for merging with the staging, testing, and development environments later on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Involvement in AI, fostered through courses, certifications, programs, and community events Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

extend the idle timeout in personal environments so they aren't deleted so quickly Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

new to the tool, I like fast development use scenarios. We can create prototypes faster and share as MVP and to developers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

the tool is very specific to software development, which is good it handles front end and back end but if there were some functionalities for data science and applied science people the tool will go way beyond. you can unlock a different ecosystem with these functionalities. also agents are not data science they are functional models wrapped on top of a language model.

also I didn't like the 662 training story. the training was perfect many things to learn but the interaction between the cartoon developer and the manager was not good and some would even say it crosses lines for work place working. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like best about OutSystems is that it combines rapid application development with enterprise-grade capabilities. It allows me to leverage my integration and software architecture experience while delivering solutions much faster than traditional development. I especially enjoy working on integrations, designing scalable architectures, and helping organizations turn business requirements into working applications quickly and efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One of the challenges of OutSystems is balancing the speed of low-code development with the flexibility of traditional development. While the platform accelerates delivery significantly, some advanced use cases require workarounds due to platform limitations. I also believe that successful OutSystems projects still depend heavily on good architecture, integration design, and governance, which are sometimes underestimated because of the low-code nature of the platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The last time I've dabbled in coding was in college in early 2010's, and that was just basic C++.

With OutSystems, there's no pressure in knowing everything- they made coding simpler, easier, and more fun. With simple actions like drag and drop, you can create a web application with just about anything that you can imagine.

And they've made it easier (as if it wasn't as straightforward as before), but they've also integrated AI technology to help in development. With just a few prompts, the AI can help me create a system- point out where I got it wrong, how can I optimize it to be up to standards, and make it better.

But the best thing about OutSystems is the community. Forge components have been essential in helping further enhanced our web applications, and the community is very open and welcoming to newbies- giving insights from their experiences which is of great help to see if others have encountered the same things we have. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't think I have anything that I dislike about OutSystems so far. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The ease of use and how quickly you can get a functioning product set up.

I have software development experience, and started working with OutSystems since May 1st. So far i've been surprised at how easy it is to get something up and running. Easy to learn and I think achievable enough to master Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The fact they use their own terminology for common development features (Entities for example). This is quite a minor complaint of course.

I do find the occasional bug every now and then (In O11) but nothing major or application breaking.

Sometimes you are limited to the platform of course, so when I would want to do a certain thing I have to comply by its rules or bend/break them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like the whole environment of OutSystems. The governance and infrastructure, along with the whole development pipeline, are excellent. The integration with new gen Agentic solutions is fantastic, and having governance for agents is a big plus. The speed of development is just incredible, and importantly, I never feel like I'm losing control. It's not like dealing with a black box; it integrates with whatever we need. Also, the learning curve was really easy and fast. Our architects were fully trained in OutSystems in less than three months, which is great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Predictability of the licensing usage is one of the main topics. The licensing is simpler compared to other technologies, but it's sometimes hard to estimate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What stands out most about OutSystems is its ability to help organizations accelerate digital transformation while maintaining enterprise-grade quality and governance. From my perspective, the platform combines innovation, speed, and scalability in a way that appeals to both business and IT stakeholders. I am also impressed by the strength of the OutSystems community, partner ecosystem, and the company’s continuous investment in AI-driven development capabilities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As with many enterprise platforms, organizations need the right skills, governance, and adoption strategy to realize the full value of OutSystems. New users may face a learning curve when scaling applications across larger environments. Additionally, licensing and platform investment can be a consideration for smaller organizations, although the value proposition is often strong for companies with significant application development needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.