About the Services
Integrate.io
Integrate.io is a data integration platform that runs on the cloud. It launched in 2021. As a company, it started in 2012. And the tool merged with other data platforms. These platforms are FlyData, DreamFactory, Xplenty, and Intermix.io. It claims hundreds of customers from various sectors.
The platform enables low-code or no-code data pipelines. It covers ETL, ELT, reverse ETL, and API management scenarios. It connects hundreds of data sources and destinations with ready-made connectors. And it also provides a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface.
The way Integrate.io deals with customer data is secure and dependable. It generates self-hosted, secure REST APIs for data products. Custom automated alerts and data observability also guarantees data quality. It helps customers to unify their data for a single source of reporting insights.
SSIS
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) is a data integration tool from Microsoft. You have SSIS when you buy Microsoft SQL Server. Launched in 2005, SSIS works with a variety of sources and delivers it to the desired destination. It’s a mature product that is flexible, scalable, and reliable. It is ideal for small-scale data migrations to large-scale enterprise data warehouses.
You can design SSIS packages using Visual Studio with drag-and-drop functionality and then perform a variety of data integration scenarios. And this includes ETL, ELT, reverse ETL, data ingestion, replication, and more. SSIS provides a range of data connectors for SQL Server, Oracle, Excel, and other data sources. It can also work with structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data. There are also third-party providers of free and commercial SSIS components. This adds more connectors and transformations to SSIS.
SSIS comes together with SQL Server installer. And it needs installation and configuration by a skilled IT professional. Data resides on customers’ on-premise or cloud servers. So, they are in control of its security. But you can also deploy it in the cloud. So, the security and privacy certifications of that cloud provider are in effect.
Skyvia
Skyvia is a no-code cloud data integration platform for many data integration scenarios. It’s an all-rounder tool for ETL, ELT, Reverse ETL, data migration, one-way and bi-directional data sync, workflow automation, and more. Devart launched this fantastic product in 2014 for cloud data integration and backup.
Skyvia offers more than 180 ready-made data connectors. These are available for thousands of free users, including 2000+ paid customers. Big names like Hyundai and General Electric trust Skyvia to process their data. Its easy-to-use, drag-and-drop interface suits both IT professionals and business users. And don’t take our word for it. Listen to G2 reviewers about how easy it is to start and work with it. Data integration experts who used other tools can adapt with little to no help from support.
Skyvia has flexible pricing plans perfect for small startups and large enterprises. So, it makes it applicable to businesses of all sizes. Also, Skyvia’s freemium model allows users to start using it now and then decide if they need to upgrade later.
The safety of your data is also our prime concern. So, we hosted it in Microsoft Azure cloud, providing the best data security and privacy. It complies with a wide set of security standards, including SOC 2, ISO 27001, and many others.
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| Focus | ETL, ELT, and Reverse ETL. | ETL, ELT, and Reverse ETL. | Data ingestion, ELT, ETL, reverse ETL, data sync, workflow automation. |
| Skill level | Low-code, no-code solutions. | Low-code, no-code solution. Or, coding in .Net languages like C#. | No-code wizard. Top-rated as one of the easiest ETL tools by G2. |
| Sources | 150+ | ODBC, ADO, .Net, OLEDB compatible data sources. | 180+ |
| Destinations | Supported data sources. | Supported data sources. | Supported data sources, including databases, data warehouses, cloud apps and flat files. |
| Database replication | Full and incremental loading using CDC. CDC is a separate pricing to ETL. | Full and incremental load. | Full table and incremental via change data capture. |
| Ability for customers to add new data sources | Yes, by request. | Yes, by coding custom data source components. | Yes, by request or using REST API connector. |
| G2 customer satisfaction | 4.3 out of 5 180 reviews | 4.6 out of 5 11 reviews | 4.8 out of 5 217 Reviews |
| Peer Insights satisfaction | 4.5 6 Ratings | 4.4 291 Ratings | 4.8 103 Ratings |
| Developer tools | API programmatic accessibility for Enterprise plan only. | Visual Studio, SQL Server Management Studio. | REST connector for data sources that have REST API. |
| Advanced ETL capabilities | Advanced database API features for Enterprise plans. | Running external processes. Running within Azure Data Factory. | Visual ETL data pipeline designer with data orchestration capabilities. |
| Compliance and security certifications | ISO 27001, Sarbanes-Oxley, PCI Level 1, SOC 1 / 2, SSAE 16/ISAE 3402, GDPR, HIPAA Advanced security available for Professional and Enterprise plans only. | In the cloud: ISO/IEC 27001:2013, SOC 1/2, HIPAA, GDPR. On premise: IT departments are in control of security. | HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS. ISO 27001 and SOC 2 (by Azure). |
| Purchase process | free trial and talk to sales. | Bundled when you buy Microsoft SQL Server. | Self-service or sales. |
| Vendor lock-in | Annual contracts. | Based on SQL Server subscription. | Monthly or annual contracts. |
| Pricing | ETL/Reverse ETL: Starts at $15,000/year. ELT/CDC: Starts at $199/month. 14-day free trial. | Pricing is based on SQL Server Edition licenses. Developer Edition is free. | Volume-based and feature-based pricing. Freemium model allows to start with a free plan. |
Connectors
Integrate.io
Integrate.io is a no-code data pipeline platform. It offers 150+ data connectors to unify your data from various sources. This includes databases, cloud services, analytics, advertising, and more. Some of the popular ones are Snowflake, Salesforce, and Netsuite.
With its API generation feature, you can create REST APIs for your data sources. Customers can do this in minutes, without writing any code. So, they can power their data products and applications in a secure and scalable platform.
For a non-existent data connector, you can request it to Integrate.io so they can make one for you.
Note that you can only have 2 connectors whatever ETL pricing plan you have. And pay extra if you need more. But for Professional plan, you can also use an unspecified number of on-premise connectors. And you can have unlimited REST API connections in the Enterprise plan.
But for ELT, you can use unlimited connectors.
SSIS
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) comes with various data connectors. These data sources are compatible with ADO, .Net, ODBC, and OLEDB providers. Some of the popular ones include connectors for SQL Server, Oracle, and Excel.
You can also create your own custom connectors to connect to unknown data sources. You can do this by creating a custom data source component. This allows customers to extend its functionality. And connect to any data source they need.
Skyvia
Skyvia offers more than 180 connectors, and more to come very soon. It supports connectors for CRMs, accounting, email marketing, e-commerce, human resources, marketing automation, payment processing, product management, all major databases and DWH, flat files, and more. It’s also not a problem whether your data is on-premise or in the cloud.
You can access your on-premise data with peace of mind using the Skyvia Agent. It allows you to connect to databases like SQL Server, MySQL, and more using an encrypted connection. You need to download the Skyvia Agent and install it. Then, download a secured key file and place it in the same folder as the Agent. The Agent is like an unbreakable metal door, and you use the key file to open that door to your on-premise data. You can also set it up so that Skyvia can access only the resources you specify and nothing else.
Customers can also leave a request for a new data connector. And Skyvia will prioritize building it without additional payment.
Transformation
Integrate.io
Integrate.io is a platform that handles data transformations in various ways. It depends on the needs and preferences of the customers. And these transformations are available whether it’s ETL, ELT, or reverse ETL. It also lets you preview data transformations in real time. So, you can see the impact of your changes and check the results.
Integrate.io makes it easy to transform your data. It offers a no-code drag-and-drop interface. It also provides over 220 data transformations, covering different scenarios and use cases. Additionally, you can track and receive alerts on data quality. This ensures you have reliable and accurate data.
SSIS
SSIS can handle data transformations in ETL, ELT, and reverse ETL scenarios. You can do transformation tasks like data cleansing, conversion, merging, and more. There are 30+ built-in transformations available in SSIS. And if you need something outside of that, code using C# or VB.Net to make your custom transformation.
Additionally, AI in Visual Studio can help you code faster. This is possible by using extensions like GitHub Copilot.
Skyvia
Skyvia is a full-featured ETL service that allows powerful data transformations. It is a no-code solution allowing data splitting, conversion, lookups, and many more.
You can use the Skyvia Data Flow and Control Flow for advanced data pipelines. Transformations for these advanced pipelines are flexible. It supports extending your data with new columns, conditional flows, and summarized values. And all these you can do with parameters, variables, and more for flexibility without code.
Moreover, Skyvia has an Expression Builder to build formulas with many functions. With this, you can convert or extract parts of the data or form new values to suit your needs. And if you love coding in SQL, Skyvia can further extend your transformation needs. It supports multiple joins, groupings, CASE expressions, and more in SELECT queries. And you can also use DML commands like INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE.
Support
Integrate.io
You can reach Integrate.io through email, chat, phone, and Zoom support. They also offer product documentation, webinars, whitepapers, and blogs for free. And they offer a tailored approach to supporting customers.
Integrate.io has different levels of support. The Starter plan includes 24/7 support using email, chat, Zoom, and phone support. You can also have a dedicated Solutions Engineer. Then, the professional plan includes Starter features plus a 99.5% uptime SLA. And finally, the enterprise plan offers premium support. This includes priority response and a dedicated Slack channel.
Customers who want to avail themselves of premium support can upgrade to the enterprise plan. Or, contact Integrate.io for a custom quote.
And note that you can have 30 days of tailored onboarding in the Starter plan. And the number of days increases as you upgrade to higher plans.
SSIS
SSIS customers can receive support from Microsoft through a variety of channels. This includes online documentation, community forums, and direct support from Microsoft.
Different levels include free online resources, paid support plans, and premium support plans.
Customers can access support through the Microsoft Support Center. From here they can create a support ticket or chat with a support representative.
Microsoft also offers a Service Level Agreement (SLA) for its premium support plans. It guarantees a response time and resolution time for support requests. To use this option, contact a Microsoft sales representative or visit the Microsoft Support website.
Skyvia
Skyvia offers free email, chat (on the website or in-app), and forum support for all customers. It also provides extensive documentation with lots of tutorials and user guides.
For paid customers, Skyvia offers a prioritized support including additional support options for Enterprise customers.
Pricing
Integrate.io
Integrate.io offers three pricing plans For ETL and Reverse ETL. These are Starter, Professional, and Enterprise.
The Starter plan costs $15,000 per year. This plan includes 2 connectors, daily scheduling, and 24/7 support among others. The 2 connectors mean that in your data pipeline, you have 1 data source and 1 target at the most.
The Professional plan costs $25,000 per year. Everything in the Starter plan is here. Plus an hourly scheduling, on-premise connectors, and 99.5% SLA among others.
Customers can add more connectors for $2,000 per year per connector. This applies to both Start and Professional.
The Enterprise plan is a custom plan. It includes everything in the Professional plan. Plus 5-minute scheduling, unlimited REST API, and custom SLA among others. Customers can contact Integrate.io for a custom quote for this plan.
For ELT, the price starts at $199/month for 5 million rows and unlimited connectors.
They also offer a 14-day free trial to try out the product. No freemium plans for Integrate.io.
SSIS
SSIS is part of the SQL Server suite of products. And the pricing model is per-core. You can choose to buy a SQL Server license with SSIS included, or they can buy an SSIS license separately. Prices vary depending on the SQL Server edition and the number of cores required.
Microsoft also offers cloud-based options for SSIS through its Azure services. Customers can choose to run SSIS packages on virtual machines. Or use Azure Data Factory, a cloud-based ETL service that includes SSIS functionality. Azure Data Factory pricing model is another thing to consider. But you will only pay based on usage.
Developers can use SSIS for free if they have a SQL Server Developer Edition. This version includes all features of SQL Server Enterprise. But the license is for development and testing only.
Skyvia
Skyvia Data Integration is a freemium tool with an option to request a 14-day trial. So, price is not a barrier to entry.
And when you’re ready, paid plans start from $19 per month. Pricing tiers depend on a few factors. It includes the number of loaded records, scheduling frequency, and advanced ETL features. There are no sale commitments. And customers can upgrade or downgrade at any time. Check out a detailed comparison here.
If you doubt the price is worth it, check out review sites like G2. Aside from ease of use, reasonable pricing is one of the things Skyvia customers like. So, you can be sure the features you get are worth every penny.