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Microsoft Azure Data Factory

Composite Score
8.7 /10
CX Score
9.0 /10
Category
Microsoft Azure Data Factory
8.7 /10

What is Microsoft Azure Data Factory?

Azure Data Factory is Azure's cloud ETL service for scale-out serverless data integration and data transformation. It offers a code-free UI for intuitive authoring and single-pane-of-glass monitoring and management. Data Factory provides a data integration and transformation layer that works across your digital transformation initiatives.

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Awards & Recognition

Microsoft Azure Data Factory won the following awards in the Data Integration category

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Microsoft Azure Data Factory Ratings

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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

87 Likeliness to Recommend

Down 1
Since last award

100 Plan to Renew

79 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

Up 1
Since last award


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Product Experience:
95%
Negotiation and Contract:
91%
Conflict Resolution:
92%
Strategy & Innovation:
89%
Service Experience:
94%

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+92 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Microsoft Azure Data Factory?

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5% Negative
4% Neutral
91% Positive

Pros

  • Performance Enhancing
  • Reliable
  • Security Protects
  • Helps Innovate

Feature Ratings

Average 81

Data Security

85

Administrative Features

82

Batch Integration

82

iPaaS

82

Real Time Integration

82

Exception Handling and Notifications

81

Synchronization and Replication

81

Data Virtualization

80

Metadata Management

79

Multi Channel Support

78

API Management and Orchestration

78

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 80

Quality of Features

84

Business Value Created

82

Ease of Data Integration

81

Ease of Implementation

81

Breadth of Features

81

Availability and Quality of Training

80

Usability and Intuitiveness

80

Ease of IT Administration

79

Vendor Support

78

Ease of Customization

78

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

77

Microsoft Azure Data Factory Reviews

Karthik S.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Banking
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted May 2025

Scalable, Azure-integrated, and no-code ETL

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Data Factory from other similar products?

Hybrid data movements capabilities. It’s scalable, no code, built in ci/cd support platforms.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

It’s seamless integration with data lake and key vault.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Limited error handling and debugging. Dataflows are slightly expensive when compared to other ETL tools.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

It’s features and scalability are top notch.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity

Dhruv G.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2025

Azure is everywhere.

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Data Factory from other similar products?

Microsoft Azure Data Factory stands out with its seamless integration across the Azure ecosystem, enabling end-to-end data workflows with tools like Azure Synapse and Azure Machine Learning. Its hybrid data integration capabilities support on-premises and cloud data sources, offering unmatched versatility. Additionally, ADF's built-in monitoring, low-code interface, and scalable data movement make it ideal for enterprises of all sizes.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite aspect of Azure Data Factory is its hybrid data integration, allowing seamless connectivity between on-premises and cloud sources. Combined with its low-code interface, it simplifies building complex workflows while remaining highly scalable.

What do you dislike most about this product?

One common drawback of Azure Data Factory is its limited debugging capabilities, making it challenging to troubleshoot complex pipelines effectively. Additionally, the interface can feel less intuitive for beginners compared to some competitors.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you're considering Azure Data Factory, I recommend starting with a clear understanding of your data integration needs, especially if you work across on-premises and cloud environments. Take advantage of its hybrid capabilities, low-code design, and seamless Azure ecosystem integration, but be prepared to invest time in learning its interface and debugging tools. Utilize the extensive documentation and community support to maximize its potential.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

Anil K.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jan 2025

Nice product which fits our use case pretty well

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Azure Data Factory from other similar products?

Awesome UI & UX enabling effective data flow with low-code, no-code model Native integration (Azure Synapse Analytics) supports advanced analytics and large volume processing pipelines Dynamic scaling & parallel processing enable better performance Ability to integrate with wide range of platform with OOB connector support

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

UI Scalability Ease of Use Performance [though not consistent with large data volumes] Hybrid data integrations

What do you dislike most about this product?

Performance with large data volumes configuring advanced features is not easy

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Understand your use case and problem Microsoft Azure Data Factory can solve Ensure all data source are supported Plan your budget

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

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