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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/AMicrosoft R Open and Revolution R Enterprise are big data R distribution for servers, Hadoop clusters, and data warehouses. Microsoft acquired original developer Revolution Analytics in 2016. Microsoft R is available in two editions: Microsoft R Open (formerly Revolution R Open) and Revolution R Enterprise.N/A

    Yellowfin

    Score8.6 out of 10
    Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
    Yellowfin is a cloud-based business intelligence and dashboarding platform.

    $250

    per month

    Pricing
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R EnterpriseYellowfin
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R EnterpriseYellowfin
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
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    Community Pulse
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R EnterpriseYellowfin
    Considered Both Products
    Microsoft
    No answer on this topic
    Idera, Inc.
    No answer on this topic
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    No answers on this topic
    67%
    Would buy again
    6 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    No answers on this topic
    63%
    Delivers good value for the price
    5 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    No answers on this topic
    67%
    Happy with the feature set
    6 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    No answers on this topic
    67%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    4 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    No answers on this topic
    71%
    Implementation went as expected
    5 Answers
    Features
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R EnterpriseYellowfin
    Platform Connectivity
    Comparison of Platform Connectivity features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    5.3
    3 Ratings
    45% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Connect to Multiple Data Sources6.13 Ratings00 Ratings
    Extend Existing Data Sources6.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Automatic Data Format Detection6.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    MDM Integration3.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Exploration
    Comparison of Data Exploration features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    7.0
    3 Ratings
    19% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Visualization7.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Interactive Data Analysis7.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Preparation
    Comparison of Data Preparation features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    4.8
    3 Ratings
    52% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Interactive Data Cleaning and Enrichment5.13 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Transformations5.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Data Encryption3.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Built-in Processors6.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Platform Data Modeling
    Comparison of Platform Data Modeling features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    6.0
    3 Ratings
    34% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Multiple Model Development Languages and Tools5.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Automated Machine Learning5.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Single platform for multiple model development8.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Self-Service Model Delivery6.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Model Deployment
    Comparison of Model Deployment features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    6.5
    2 Ratings
    27% below category average
    Yellowfin
    -
    Ratings
    Flexible Model Publishing Options6.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Security, Governance, and Cost Controls6.92 Ratings00 Ratings
    BI Standard Reporting
    Comparison of BI Standard Reporting features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    -
    Ratings
    Yellowfin
    7.6
    15 Ratings
    6% above category average
    Pixel Perfect reports00 Ratings6.78 Ratings
    Customizable dashboards00 Ratings8.415 Ratings
    Report Formatting Templates00 Ratings7.613 Ratings
    Ad-hoc Reporting
    Comparison of Ad-hoc Reporting features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    -
    Ratings
    Yellowfin
    8.2
    15 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Drill-down analysis00 Ratings8.614 Ratings
    Formatting capabilities00 Ratings8.715 Ratings
    Report sharing and collaboration00 Ratings8.614 Ratings
    Data Discovery and Visualization
    Comparison of Data Discovery and Visualization features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    -
    Ratings
    Yellowfin
    7.1
    15 Ratings
    9% below category average
    Pre-built visualization formats (heatmaps, scatter plots etc.)00 Ratings7.115 Ratings
    Location Analytics / Geographic Visualization00 Ratings6.715 Ratings
    Predictive Analytics00 Ratings7.413 Ratings
    Access Control and Security
    Comparison of Access Control and Security features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    -
    Ratings
    Yellowfin
    7.6
    14 Ratings
    0% below category average
    Multi-User Support (named login)00 Ratings7.314 Ratings
    Role-Based Security Model00 Ratings7.012 Ratings
    Multiple Access Permission Levels (Create, Read, Delete)00 Ratings7.013 Ratings
    Single Sign-On (SSO)00 Ratings8.96 Ratings
    Application Program Interfaces (APIs) / Embedding
    Comparison of Application Program Interfaces (APIs) / Embedding features of Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise and Yellowfin
    Feature
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R Enterprise
    -
    Ratings
    Yellowfin
    6.4
    8 Ratings
    12% below category average
    REST API00 Ratings6.48 Ratings
    Javascript API00 Ratings6.18 Ratings
    iFrames00 Ratings7.37 Ratings
    Java API00 Ratings6.88 Ratings
    Customizable Platform (Open Source)00 Ratings6.06 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R EnterpriseYellowfin
    Likelihood to Recommend
    6.0
    (5 ratings)
    8.6
    (15 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Usability
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.4
    (10 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.0
    (2 ratings)
    5.6
    (7 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Data Sharing and Collaboration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.1
    (6 ratings)
    Data Sources
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.1
    (6 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Microsoft R Open / Revolution R EnterpriseYellowfin
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Microsoft
    If you are a MS shop specifically, or have more generic data requirement needs from Microsoft sourced data this will work well. If you have a lot of disparate data across a number of unique platforms/cloud systems/3rd party hosted data warehouses then this product will have issues or a lack of documentation on the net. Performance-wise this product is equal to other R platforms out there.
    Incentivized
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    Idera, Inc.
    We can recommend this software without hesitation, as it has the ability to generate reports and data analysis, as well as process the data automatically, which saves time. It is ideal for small and medium-sized companies that wish to improve their services in the business world
    Incentivized
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    Pros
    Microsoft
    • It allows distributed algorithm runs on Hadoop HDFS cluster
    • It allows using different file formats such as SAS7BAT files or complex files in tab or comma delimited making data munging easier
    • It provides scalable solutions by allowing users to re-use R scripts and distributing the computing over nodes through RHadoop
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    Idera, Inc.
    • Yellowfin’s Storyboard, Timeline and Collaborative tools make it easy to share data and insights across an organisation.
    • Strong Operational and Executive Dashboards that reflect the business KPIs and can send out prompts to people within the business based on rules.
    • Yellowfin makes it incredibly easy to create dynamic reports and dashboards which incorporate maps through locational intelligence functionality.
    • Yellowfin is a single license and all access is via a web browser making it perfect for both on-premise and cloud deployment. Mobile apps are also available.
    • User roles and source filtering allows Admin/IT to offer different functions/views by user group/role.
    • Mobile BI applications to support any device ..
    • API connectors ( YF 7.2 on the way in Mar16 ) for a range of third-party Web-based applications, data sources, Enterprises CRM/ERP apps & open data platform apps, including Salesforce, Google Analytics, Twitter, Youtube , Zoho CRM, XE.com & more coming to make endusers to integrate their applications for better benefits
    • Yellowfin Integration with Predictive analytical and Big Data processing tools like R, UDF, Spark to build rich applications for end users
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    Cons
    Microsoft
    • Very steep learning curve... for such a quick and useful tool the learning curve is unacceptable.
    • Very dangerous in the wrong hands. Because most add-ons are pre-written, you have to trust the community that malicious script is not used.
    Incentivized
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    Idera, Inc.
    • The ability to predefine a colour for a specific graph as a selection option dynamically.
    • The ability to customise the label of a chart, especially with respect to performance related reporting graphs we need an increase in dynamic charting options to meet our more specialised requirements.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Microsoft
    In general, Revolution Analytics brings a lot of value to the organization. The renewal decision would be based on return on investment in terms of quantified actionable insights that are getting generated against the cost of the product. Additionally, market brand of the tool and reputation risk in terms of possible acquisition and its impact to overall organizational analytic strategy would be considered as well.
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    Idera, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    Usability
    Microsoft
    It is good, easy to use, improvements are being made to the product and more info being shared in the community. It just needs some more time to become more integrated to other platforms and tools/data out there.
    Incentivized
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    Idera, Inc.
    As mentioned previously, if a newer company is looking for a strong, polished BI tool, Yellowfin would be a great software vendor to consider. Unfortunately, the high cost might be a barrier to these newer companies who dont have any legacy software/agreements such as an EA agreement with Microsoft.
    Incentivized
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    Reliability and Availability
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Idera, Inc.
    99.9% availability
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    Support Rating
    Microsoft
    Generally support comes through the forums and user generated channels which are helpful, easy to access, quickly turned around and provided by knowledgeable users. However the support channels are not employees and the channels are often used as a way to learn quick difficult elements of R. Better design, users interface and tutorial options would alleviate the need for this sort of interaction.
    Incentivized
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    Idera, Inc.
    They have good support in what they provide. But what they provide is not what is promised. I would stay with them if I can. Be very careful before signing up with them. They are not what they seem in the sales pitches. Be very careful and make sure you test and test before you sign up.
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    In-Person Training
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Idera, Inc.
    Yellowfin provides 3 levels of training to support consumers, business analytics, developers and Administrations :
    1. Yellowfin BI Training - Level 1 (Exploration)
    2. Yellowfin BI Training - Level 2 (Advanced)
    3. Yellowfin BI Training - Level 3(Expert)
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    Online Training
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Idera, Inc.
    Web-based training for large audiences for Level 1 and Level 2 I would suggest
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    Implementation Rating
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Idera, Inc.
    Design the data model and views for each dashboard is very important and it is the success factor Configuration of cluster for large implementation
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    Alternatives Considered
    Microsoft
    The two are different products for different purposes. But for someone who has little or no experience in R programming, Power BI would be better for starting with. Having said that, Microsoft R is built on R, thus allowing for customization of complex calculations not typically available otherwise.
    Incentivized
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    Idera, Inc.
    Yellow Fin platform is browser agnostic and is accessible from desktops as well as mobile devices. It is very simple and fast, it is integrated with Big Data, clients do not require a great training. It just works. But it’s easier to have things on the cloud, especially if you need to use different computers. Yellow Fin lacks the cloud feature.
    Incentivized
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    Scalability
    Microsoft
    No answers on this topic
    Idera, Inc.
    - Tested 500 con-current users in Linux platform with 4 cores systems - Tested with cloud based VM - Tested with 1000 reads per minutes
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    Return on Investment
    Microsoft
    • Helped save company money versus buying other stat software
    Incentivized
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    Idera, Inc.
    • made our org more data centric
    • Decisions are made based on data vs opinion
    • has created a single source of truth for the bulk of the organization
    Incentivized
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