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Alteryx
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250 Ratings
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535 Ratings
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Based on 535 reviews and ratings
Feature Set Ratings
- SAP Crystal ranks higher in 6 feature sets: BI Standard Reporting, Ad-hoc Reporting, Report Output and Scheduling, Data Discovery and Visualization, Access Control and Security, Mobile Capabilities
BI Standard Reporting
5.3
Alteryx
53%
8.7
SAP Crystal
87%
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 3/3 features
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 3/3 features
Pixel Perfect reports
5.0
50%
2 Ratings
8.4
84%
111 Ratings
Customizable dashboards
6.0
60%
42 Ratings
8.8
88%
98 Ratings
Report Formatting Templates
5.0
50%
2 Ratings
9.0
90%
116 Ratings
Ad-hoc Reporting
8.1
Alteryx
81%
8.7
SAP Crystal
87%
Alteryx ranks higher in 2/4 features
Alteryx ranks higher in 2/4 features
Drill-down analysis
8.4
84%
56 Ratings
8.3
83%
116 Ratings
Formatting capabilities
7.5
75%
61 Ratings
8.9
89%
134 Ratings
Integration with R or other statistical packages
8.9
89%
53 Ratings
8.5
85%
64 Ratings
Report sharing and collaboration
7.5
75%
53 Ratings
9.1
91%
119 Ratings
Report Output and Scheduling
7.8
Alteryx
78%
9.1
SAP Crystal
91%
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 5/5 features
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 5/5 features
Publish to Web
8.2
82%
47 Ratings
9.1
91%
90 Ratings
Publish to PDF
9.0
90%
52 Ratings
9.3
93%
132 Ratings
Report Versioning
4.0
40%
2 Ratings
8.8
88%
94 Ratings
Report Delivery Scheduling
8.9
89%
52 Ratings
9.1
91%
96 Ratings
Delivery to Remote Servers
9.0
90%
1 Rating
9.0
90%
51 Ratings
Data Discovery and Visualization
7.4
Alteryx
74%
7.9
SAP Crystal
79%
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 2/3 features
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 2/3 features
Pre-built visualization formats (heatmaps, scatter plots etc.)
6.0
60%
2 Ratings
7.6
76%
51 Ratings
Location Analytics / Geographic Visualization
8.0
80%
54 Ratings
8.4
84%
75 Ratings
Predictive Analytics
8.3
83%
54 Ratings
7.8
78%
42 Ratings
Access Control and Security
8.0
Alteryx
80%
8.6
SAP Crystal
86%
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 4/4 features
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 4/4 features
Multi-User Support (named login)
8.0
80%
2 Ratings
8.4
84%
81 Ratings
Role-Based Security Model
8.0
80%
2 Ratings
8.3
83%
79 Ratings
Multiple Access Permission Levels (Create, Read, Delete)
8.0
80%
2 Ratings
8.6
86%
79 Ratings
Single Sign-On (SSO)
8.0
80%
1 Rating
9.1
91%
38 Ratings
Mobile Capabilities
4.0
Alteryx
40%
8.4
SAP Crystal
84%
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 3/3 features
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 3/3 features
Responsive Design for Web Access
4.0
40%
1 Rating
8.7
87%
62 Ratings
Mobile Application
N/A
0 Ratings
7.7
77%
45 Ratings
Dashboard / Report / Visualization Interactivity on Mobile
N/A
0 Ratings
8.8
88%
57 Ratings
Application Program Interfaces (APIs) / Embedding
Alteryx
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A
7.9
SAP Crystal
79%
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 6/6 features
SAP Crystal ranks higher in 6/6 features
REST API
N/A
0 Ratings
7.4
74%
8 Ratings
Javascript API
N/A
0 Ratings
8.5
85%
34 Ratings
iFrames
N/A
0 Ratings
7.1
71%
8 Ratings
Java API
N/A
0 Ratings
8.8
88%
34 Ratings
Themeable User Interface (UI)
N/A
0 Ratings
8.1
81%
37 Ratings
Customizable Platform (Open Source)
N/A
0 Ratings
7.6
76%
30 Ratings
Attribute Ratings
- Alteryx is rated higher in 6 areas: Likelihood to Recommend, Availability, Performance, Support Rating, Implementation Rating, Product Scalability
- SAP Crystal is rated higher in 2 areas: Likelihood to Renew, Usability
Likelihood to Recommend
9.4
Alteryx
94%
79 Ratings
9.0
SAP Crystal
90%
157 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew
6.5
Alteryx
65%
14 Ratings
10.0
SAP Crystal
100%
19 Ratings
Usability
9.2
Alteryx
92%
35 Ratings
9.3
SAP Crystal
93%
28 Ratings
Availability
9.1
Alteryx
91%
3 Ratings
8.0
SAP Crystal
80%
2 Ratings
Performance
9.1
Alteryx
91%
1 Rating
8.0
SAP Crystal
80%
2 Ratings
Support Rating
8.5
Alteryx
85%
36 Ratings
7.9
SAP Crystal
79%
36 Ratings
In-Person Training
Alteryx
N/A
0 Ratings
10.0
SAP Crystal
100%
1 Rating
Implementation Rating
9.1
Alteryx
91%
3 Ratings
8.8
SAP Crystal
88%
28 Ratings
Product Scalability
9.1
Alteryx
91%
1 Rating
7.0
SAP Crystal
70%
1 Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
Alteryx
Alteryx is best suited where the task is complex to the point where you feel like multiple excel spreadsheets and/or differing data sources need to be blended together to solve a problem (complex data blending). Alteryx is also best suited where you find that you are repeating the same task (automation). Alteryx may be less suited for relatively simple analysis that can be solved in a spreadsheet, although I've been using Alteryx to solve these scenarios as of late.
Global Strategic Sourcing Manager - New Product Introduction
Polaris Inc.Automotive, 10,001+ employees
SAP Crystal
Generation of templated reports is the strong suit of SAP Crystal. Allows users to change formats in templates bases on requirement with minimal effort.Automated report delivery requires the user to be aware of sql which cannot be expected from all users.Should support more document export formats and improve the UI for SAP B1 Users
Officer
TOYOTA TSUSHO INDIA PVT LTDAutomotive, 501-1000 employees
Pros
Alteryx
- Pulling data from multiple disparate data sources.
- Allows users to see the data at every step of the workflow to be able to cleanse, analyze, and optimize the data.
- Provides an analytics platform that is easy for users of all levels to thrive in whether they are just starting out in their analytics journey or they have a master's degree in Data Science.

Verified User
Employee in Information Technology
Insurance Company, 1001-5000 employeesSAP Crystal
- Crystal Reports allows us to create a consistent template for all of our reports.
- Crystal Reports and Server allows us to house a repository for all of our reports to make them easy to find and update when necessary.
- Crystal Reports can connect to a wide variety of data sources.
- Crystal Reports can be a little daunting when first implementing. There are a lot of nuances in learning how to truly master this software and it can be frustrating at times.

Verified User
Analyst in Information Technology
Construction Company, 10,001+ employeesCons
Alteryx
- A larger library of data sources being leveraged/licensed through Alteryx directly similar to the Experian and Dun & Bradstreet data that is available now would be ideal for additional data enrichment.
- The ability to take R and Python-based data insights/model outputs/forecasts/etc. and pull directly into downstream tools and reporting is a bit lacking and could use improvement.
VP of Strategic Analytics
Gregory Welteroth AdvertisingMarketing & Advertising, 51-200 employees
SAP Crystal
- The export of reports to Excel is very cumbersome and the results are difficult to format.
- The design of reports and the graphical features (e.g. charts) feel quite rigid.
- The learning curve for a non-programmer is incredibly steep, making Crystal a specialty tool.
Business Development Manager
MEDIAPAKT ASMarketing and Advertising, 11-50 employees
Pricing Details
Alteryx
General
Free Trial
Yes
Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Alteryx Editions & Modules
—
Additional Pricing Details
—SAP Crystal
General
Free Trial
Yes
Free/Freemium Version
Yes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
Optional
Starting Price
$295 per single user license
SAP Crystal Editions & Modules
Edition
SAP Crystal Reports 2020 64-Bit | $4951 |
---|---|
Upgrade Version to SAP Crystal Reports 2020 | $2951 |
SAP Crystal Reports 2016 32-Bit | $4951 |
SAP Crystal Server 2020 1 NUL | $8692 |
SAP Crystal Server 2020 5 CAL | $8,7443 |
- per single user license
- per user license + first year maintenance to be added
- 5 concurrent users + first year maintenance to be added
Additional Pricing Details
* SAP Crystal Reports 2020 Viewer allows you to view static data within a SAP Crystal Reports file. * SAP Crystal Reports 2020 - Full version allows you to create powerful, richly formatted, and dynamic reports from virtually any data source, delivered in dozens of formats, in up to 28 languages. If you already have an older version of Crystal Reports, buy a license for SAP Crystal Reports 2020 - Upgrade at a discounted, upgrade price. * SAP Crystal Server 2020, 1 NUL includes 1 license of: SAP Crystal Reports 2020 - SAP Crystal Server 2020. * As an add-on to SAP Crystal Server 2020 1 NUL, SAP Crystal Server 2020 5 CAL allows you to support a wider, intermittent audience of end users, up to five logged on at the same time.Likelihood to Renew
Alteryx
Alteryx 6.5
Based on 14 answers
We've developed a working partnership with Alteryx. As an enablement suite, we're continuing to innovate and deliver great products with use of Alteryx in our solutions. Alteryx use expands to our global product development teams and is in use in multiple parts of our organization. Alteryx also delivers Experian demographic content to other clients in their product offering. We're highly likely to renew, but that decision is way above my pay grade.
Director, Technology Services
ExperianInformation Technology and Services, 5001-10,000 employees
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 10.0
Based on 19 answers
We have been using this product for so many years and it has truly become a cornerstone to our business processes when it comes to developing and distributing information via reports. We currently have over 500 reports developed to date over about 30 systems and that will continue to grow as user needs change.

Verified User
Project Manager in Information Technology
Information Technology and Services Company, 10,001+ employeesUsability
Alteryx
Alteryx 9.2
Based on 35 answers
The sheer breadth of the functionality and how easy it is to use makes it absolutely revolutionary for any company still using Excel, SQL, etc. The interface is drag and drop and does not require any coding, but also benefits from those with coding ability as it is fully integrated with the likes of R, Python, Spark, etc. Just how quickly the impact of Alteryx is seen is really very impressive.
Founding Partner, Technical Lead
BulienComputer Software, 11-50 employees
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 9.3
Based on 28 answers
Crystal is very robust, but not always easy to use. It create wonderful looking reports, and so deserves a high rating. However, I have to take a couple of points off for the simple fact that I cannot hand it to a user and expect them to be able to do development with it.
SQL Database and Business Intelligence Manager
Ten CateTextiles, 1001-5000 employees
Reliability and Availability
Alteryx
Alteryx 9.1
Based on 3 answers
I use many programs and compared to others, Alteryx virtually never goes down, freezes up or gives an application error. Over a 4 year time period that I have used this program, any of these may have happened 3 times. It is an incredibly stable program that I feel completely confident in.
Manager, Market & Competitive Insights
Office DepotBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 10,001+ employees
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 8.0
Based on 2 answers
No answer on this topic is available.
Performance
Alteryx
Alteryx 9.1
Based on 1 answer
Alteryx processes data very fast, regardless of the volume.
Director
Decision ScienceInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 8.0
Based on 2 answers
No answer on this topic is available.
Support Rating
Alteryx
Alteryx 8.5
Based on 36 answers
The online community support is great. 90% of my questions about how to do even esoteric stuff in Alteryx is a search away.When I have had difficult technical problems, Alteryx support has been prompt and helpful. At conferences the support lab and tips and tricks presentations have helped me work through difficult and thorny long term problems.

Verified User
Professional in Marketing
Insurance Company, 1001-5000 employeesSAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 7.9
Based on 36 answers
The support community can be difficult to navigate. I've also run into issues with my login. The SAP system has a bizarre mechanism for validating users that requires users to have what is called an S-ID. A basic ID may not give you access to all the features in the portal. The limitation may include not being able to perform a simple task like downloading patches and updates. This isn't a big deal for single user license but for teams it can be a pain.
Clinical Informatics Consultant
Symphony Post-Acute NetworkHospital & Health Care, 1001-5000 employees
In-Person Training
Alteryx
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 10.0
Based on 1 answer
Trainer was patient and thorough in going through the basics and willing to answer questions by email after the initial training

Verified User
Administrator in Finance and Accounting
Retail Company, 11-50 employeesImplementation Rating
Alteryx
Alteryx 9.1
Based on 3 answers
There is really not much to it (the installation, that is). Once you get it installed, along with any of the add-ons (demographics, R, etc.), you are up and running almost immediately. There is really no additional setup. You can immediately begin blending data, running demographics, performing spatial queries, running predictive analysis, etc. And for many of these functions, the learning curve is quite easy.
Manager, Market & Competitive Insights
Office DepotBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 10,001+ employees
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 8.8
Based on 28 answers
Just like any other implementation: When designing the differing reports, get end users' input, make sure to design the reports so that they display the information that the company requires, in the best and clearest way possible.
Test, test, test, revise when needed, and, particularly, do sufficient training so users are comfortable using Crystal Reports!
System Administrator
North South Supply IncWholesale, 11-50 employees
Alternatives Considered
Alteryx
Alteryx is way better than Microsoft Excel. It visually lets you do things to the data, one tool at a time. And, you can just delete the tool if it did not do what you were wanting it to do. Excel is a nice app, but Alteryx expands the capability so much more, especially when combining different data sources.

Verified User
Employee in Human Resources
Airlines/Aviation Company, 10,001+ employeesSAP Crystal
Crystal reports is useful in case we want to import data from data base . We can write queries in it but Google Charts require to be implemented in our application using code so crystal reports is better than Google Charts.

Verified User
Employee in Corporate
Telecommunications Company, 10,001+ employeesScalability
Alteryx
Alteryx 9.1
Based on 1 answer
Alteryx can scale horizontally or vertically (or both) if you need
Director
Decision ScienceInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
SAP Crystal
SAP Crystal 7.0
Based on 1 answer
No answer on this topic is available.
Return on Investment
Alteryx
- Alteryx does an excellent job of integrating consumer and spatial data to calculate and visualize things like locations within a certain drive-time radius.
- For visualization purposes I had to move the data to excel for some decent graphs.
- It can become very expensive.

Verified User
Engineer in Research & Development
Education Management Company, 11-50 employeesSAP Crystal
- It is a decent buy for specific departments in terms of reporting capabilities but updates and cost (frequent) demands are higher with the benefits offered.
- So long as the requirements are not ever changing, with scheduling functionality, it's a handsome tool.
Assistant Vice President
HSBC Commercial BankingFinancial Services, 10,001+ employees