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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Azure Data Factory

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/AMicrosoft's Azure Data Factory is a service built for all data integration needs and skill levels. It is designed to allow the user to easily construct ETL and ELT processes code-free within the intuitive visual environment, or write one's own code. Visually integrate data sources using more than 80 natively built and maintenance-free connectors at no added cost. Focus on data—the serverless integration service does the rest.N/A

    Microsoft Power Automate

    Score8.3 out of 10
    N/AMicrosoft Power Automate is an advanced automation platform offering a range of features, including AI-powered automation, robotic process automation (RPA), business process automation (BPA), digital process automation (DPA), and process/task mining. The platform aims to empower organizations to securely automate their operations at scale by leveraging low-code and AI technologies.

    $15

    per month per user

    Pricing
    Azure Data FactoryMicrosoft Power Automate
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
    Power Automate Premium
    $15
    per month per user
    Power Automate Process
    $150
    per month per bot
    Hosted RPA add-on
    $215
    per month per bot
    Process Mining add-on
    $5,000
    per month per tenant
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Azure Data FactoryMicrosoft Power Automate
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    Azure Data FactoryMicrosoft Power Automate
    Considered Both Products
    Microsoft
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    Microsoft
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    100%
    Would buy again
    7 Answers
    92%
    Would buy again
    69 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    7 Answers
    96%
    Delivers good value for the price
    66 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    86%
    Happy with the feature set
    6 Answers
    92%
    Happy with the feature set
    69 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    86%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    6 Answers
    94%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    46 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
    7 Answers
    93%
    Implementation went as expected
    53 Answers
    Features
    Azure Data FactoryMicrosoft Power Automate
    Data Source Connection
    Comparison of Data Source Connection features of Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Power Automate
    Feature
    Azure Data Factory
    9.0
    7 Ratings
    7% above category average
    Microsoft Power Automate
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    Ratings
    Connect to traditional data sources9.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Connecto to Big Data and NoSQL9.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Transformations
    Comparison of Data Transformations features of Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Power Automate
    Feature
    Azure Data Factory
    8.5
    7 Ratings
    4% above category average
    Microsoft Power Automate
    -
    Ratings
    Simple transformations9.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Complex transformations8.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Modeling
    Comparison of Data Modeling features of Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Power Automate
    Feature
    Azure Data Factory
    7.2
    7 Ratings
    10% below category average
    Microsoft Power Automate
    -
    Ratings
    Data model creation8.05 Ratings00 Ratings
    Metadata management7.06 Ratings00 Ratings
    Business rules and workflow7.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Collaboration6.06 Ratings00 Ratings
    Testing and debugging7.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Governance
    Comparison of Data Governance features of Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Power Automate
    Feature
    Azure Data Factory
    7.5
    7 Ratings
    8% below category average
    Microsoft Power Automate
    -
    Ratings
    Integration with data quality tools7.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    Integration with MDM tools8.07 Ratings00 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Azure Data FactoryMicrosoft Power Automate
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.0
    (7 ratings)
    7.8
    (82 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.3
    (9 ratings)
    Usability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (7 ratings)
    Support Rating
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    7.9
    (12 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.9
    (2 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.5
    (36 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.5
    (2 ratings)
    Professional Services
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Azure Data FactoryMicrosoft Power Automate
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Microsoft
    Well-suited Scenarios for Azure Data Factory (ADF): When an organization has data sources spread across on-premises databases and cloud storage solutions, I think Azure Data Factory is excellent for integrating these sources. Azure Data Factory's integration with Azure Databricks allows it to handle large-scale data transformations effectively, leveraging the power of distributed processing. For regular ETL or ELT processes that need to run at specific intervals (daily, weekly, etc.), I think Azure Data Factory's scheduling capabilities are very handy. Less Appropriate Scenarios for Azure Data Factory: Real-time Data Streaming - Azure Data Factory is primarily batch-oriented. Simple Data Copy Tasks - For straightforward data copy tasks without the need for transformation or complex workflows, in my opinion, using Azure Data Factory might be overkill; simpler tools or scripts could suffice. Advanced Data Science Workflows: While Azure Data Factory can handle data prep and transformation, in my experience, it's not designed for in-depth data science tasks. I think for advanced analytics, machine learning, or statistical modeling, integration with specialized tools would be necessary.
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    Microsoft
    If you are in a team that needs to develop automated solutions but have no coding experience and no access to a developer, Power Automate is one of the best places to start. It is incredibly flexible and likely has triggers and actions that can connect with your platforms, especially if you use the Microsoft stack. Additionally, using webhooks, you can connect to many different endpoints to get systems working together.
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    Pros
    Microsoft
    • It allows copying data from various types of data sources like on-premise files, Azure Database, Excel, JSON, Azure Synapse, API, etc. to the desired destination.
    • We can use linked service in multiple pipeline/data load.
    • It also allows the running of SSIS & SSMS packages which makes it an easy-to-use ETL & ELT tool.
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    Microsoft
    • Sending confirmation email to clients and user once the flow is triggered.
    • Fetching or Dumping files from one location to another if the flow is triggered.
    • Schedule flow helps to send alerts and triggers the flow at a specific interval of time to carry out the required task.
    • Power Automate also be used to convert any file format to a specific file format and save it to the required location
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    Cons
    Microsoft
    • Limited source/sink (target) connectors depending on which area of Azure Data Factory you are using.
    • Does not yet have parity with SSIS as far as the transforms available.
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    Microsoft
    • I REALLY wish I could just drop in a block of python or PowerShell code sometimes. The visual low-code things are great for moving around data but sometimes it would be faster if I could just tap out some code.
    • The DOM (Document Object Model) is not entirely apparent and takes a lot of trial and error, and sometimes it's even different between different connectors. I would love to be able to just see the path to access some specific variables from earlier processes.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Microsoft
    The tool is very useful when used with its various native connectors, taking great advantage of the integration between the components and systems of the Office365 universe. However, its cost is still high, and automation using more advanced components containing AI resources becomes unfeasible for some companies. Due to the financial crisis that many companies are currently experiencing, investment in automation systems or tools is taking a back seat.
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    Usability
    Microsoft
    So far product has performed as expected. We were noticing some performance issues, but they were largely Synapse related. This has led to a shift from Synapse to Databricks. Overall this has delayed our analytic platform. Once databricks becomes fully operational, Azure Data Factory will be critical to our environment and future success.
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    Microsoft
    Power Automate features a clean and intuitive user interface that allows users to create, manage, and monitor workflows easily. The UI is designed to be accessible to both technical and non-technical users, with drag-and-drop functionality for building workflows. Power Automate supports integration with a wide range of Microsoft and third-party applications. This flexibility in integration allows users to automate workflows across various systems, enhancing overall productivity and efficiency.
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    Support Rating
    Microsoft
    We have not had need to engage with Microsoft much on Azure Data Factory, but they have been responsive and helpful when needed. This being said, we have not had a major emergency or outage requiring their intervention. The score of seven is a representation that they have done well for now, but have not proved out their support for a significant issue
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    Microsoft
    both Community support and Microsoft official support typically respond to (and resolve) reported issues in a VERY expedient manner, usually going above and beyond for education and bugfixing. I have been thoroughly impressed with the level of support I had been provided in the past.
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    In-Person Training
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Microsoft
    after reviewing the main features of Power Automate, the Microsoft trainer focused on some of our real life use cases implementation, from simple to more advanced.
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    Online Training
    Microsoft
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    Microsoft
    although it was productive, it is more difficult to stay focused and in a 7 hours a day online training (including screen share issues and the fact that the trainer just can't precisely show the exact location of your mistake)
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    Implementation Rating
    Microsoft
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    Microsoft
    I was part of the migration of classic SharePoint workflows and Nintex workflows. We didn't spend much time learning the new platform because of its user-friendly interface and intuitive drag-and-drop functionality. We have mostly O365 E1 and E3 licensed users, so they can participate in our Citizen Development program and utilize Power Automate to build day-to-day business processes.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Microsoft
    The easy integration with other Microsoft software as well as high processing speed, very flexible cost, and high level of security of Microsoft Azure products and services stack up against other similar products.
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    Microsoft
    I have many years of experience with Nintex applications and it stands up very well against Microsoft Power Automate. I hope Microsoft Power Automate can become the better workflow application. With the Integrated AI builder and continuous updates I expect they can become the better one in a few years.
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    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Microsoft
    I have not done any participations
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    Professional Services
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Microsoft
    Microsoft's professional services provide hands-on support throughout the implementation lifecycle of Power Automate.This includes initial setup, configuration, integration with existing systems, testing, and deployment. They ensure that workflows are correctly designed, optimized for performance, and aligned with security best practices.
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    Return on Investment
    Microsoft
    • It is very useful and make things easier
    • Debugging can improve
    • Its better suited than other products with the same objective
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    Microsoft
    • It has encouraged everyday users to get a feel for low code no code without the detailed technical programmings skills
    • This has encouraged the use of Power Automate to replace what was once an excel filled with complex macros and VBA!
    • It has significantly saved time for someone like myself from chasing people for information and now I can create an auto alert using PA
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