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(401)4.6 out of 5
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(222)4.4 out of 5
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- Users report that Anaplan excels in budget creation with features like versioning and what-if analysis, both rated at 9.1, allowing for flexible and dynamic financial planning. In contrast, IBM Planning Analytics shines in data import with a score of 9.0, making it easier for users to bring in data from various sources.
- Reviewers mention that Anaplan's collaboration features are robust, particularly in multiple user access rated at 9.1, which facilitates teamwork. However, IBM Planning Analytics is noted for its superior real-time data updates with a score of 9.0, ensuring that users always have the most current information at their fingertips.
- G2 users highlight Anaplan's strong performance in forecasting, particularly with forward-looking forecasts rated at 9.0, which helps businesses plan for the future effectively. Conversely, IBM Planning Analytics is praised for its variance analysis capabilities, scoring 8.8, which allows users to understand discrepancies in their financial data.
- Users on G2 report that Anaplan's ease of use is a significant advantage, with a score of 8.6, making it accessible for teams without extensive training. In comparison, IBM Planning Analytics has a lower ease of use score at 8.1, indicating that some users may face a steeper learning curve.
- Reviewers say that Anaplan's customization options are highly rated at 9.1, allowing organizations to tailor the software to their specific needs. On the other hand, IBM Planning Analytics offers strong integration capabilities with a score of 9.3, making it easier to connect with other tools and systems.
- Users report that Anaplan's quality of support is commendable, with a score of 8.2, indicating that users feel well-supported. However, IBM Planning Analytics also provides solid support, scoring 8.0, but some users feel that Anaplan's support is slightly more responsive and helpful.
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Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
281
8.6
152
Ease of Use
8.6
285
8.1
161
Ease of Setup
8.1
258
7.4
122
Ease of Admin
8.3
256
7.9
95
Quality of Support
8.2
277
8.0
145
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
249
8.3
89
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
259
8.7
146
Features by Category
Analytics
8.5
79
9.2
6
8.0
76
9.7
5
8.3
77
8.7
5
8.2
77
9.3
5
Warehouse Management
8.4
77
8.8
7
8.3
79
8.7
5
8.3
76
8.6
6
7.9
75
9.0
5
Collaborate
8.3
109
8.7
22
8.6
98
8.8
22
Logistics
7.8
88
8.9
19
8.6
91
8.8
20
8.4
90
8.7
20
Budget Creation
8.5
132
9.0
58
8.9
131
8.9
57
8.8
132
9.1
56
9.1
132
9.1
56
8.7
130
9.1
55
9.0
128
9.1
55
Budget Management
8.2
127
9.2
53
8.8
127
9.1
55
7.3
125
8.6
55
Forecasting
8.4
128
9.0
52
8.9
126
9.0
53
8.7
125
8.9
52
8.9
127
8.8
52
5.6
99
7.1
43
Analytics
8.6
126
8.8
52
8.7
127
8.8
52
9.0
122
8.9
52
Agentic AI - Budgeting and Forecasting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
8.1
63
Not enough data
7.4
60
Not enough data
6.6
65
Not enough data
8.0
70
Not enough data
7.1
59
Not enough data
7.8
64
Not enough data
7.5
63
Not enough data
7.8
72
Not enough data
8.3
67
Not enough data
7.3
65
Not enough data
Benchmarking and Equity - Compensation Management
7.3
42
Not enough data
6.7
42
Not enough data
7.9
41
Not enough data
Platform
9.1
159
Not enough data
7.7
152
Not enough data
7.6
141
Not enough data
8.7
160
Not enough data
8.7
161
Not enough data
7.6
144
Not enough data
7.9
157
Not enough data
8.2
159
Not enough data
Analytics
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
9.0
17
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.8
17
Planning
Not enough data
8.8
18
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
8.4
18
Reconciliation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Closing Process
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Financial Close
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Planning
9.0
94
|
Verified
9.2
43
|
Verified
8.1
98
|
Verified
8.9
41
|
Verified
8.0
99
|
Verified
8.6
43
|
Verified
Agentic AI - FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Insight
9.2
101
|
Verified
9.0
76
|
Verified
9.3
104
|
Verified
9.0
78
|
Verified
9.4
103
|
Verified
9.3
75
|
Verified
Data
7.5
101
|
Verified
8.5
62
|
Verified
8.1
100
|
Verified
8.7
77
|
Verified
7.7
90
8.5
64
|
Verified
6.4
96
|
Verified
8.2
74
|
Verified
Status Communication
8.0
95
|
Verified
8.2
69
|
Verified
8.6
101
|
Verified
8.1
69
|
Verified
8.7
101
|
Verified
9.1
58
|
Verified
7.9
90
|
Verified
8.3
60
|
Verified
Reports
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
8.5
14
Cleaning
Not enough data
8.3
14
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
8.3
14
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.2
13
Not enough data
6.3
13
Not enough data
6.0
13
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Resource Planning - Workforce Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Human Resources - Workforce Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sales Performance Features - Sales Planning
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
8.1
25
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
Territory Management - Sales Planning
8.8
24
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
Quota & Capacity Management - Sales Planning
9.0
23
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Sales Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Sales Performance Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Incentives
7.3
78
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
76
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
81
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
72
Not enough data
Personalization
7.0
72
Not enough data
8.2
94
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
96
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
85
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administrative
8.1
91
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
90
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.4
71
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Sales Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Sourcing
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
8.6
17
Predictive Analytics
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Sales Management
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
8.4
17
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Marketing Operations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Campaign Activity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Marketing Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
9.1
159
Not enough data
7.7
152
Not enough data
7.6
141
Not enough data
8.7
160
Not enough data
8.7
161
Not enough data
7.6
144
Not enough data
7.9
157
Not enough data
8.2
159
Not enough data
Workforce Management Platform Features
8.5
114
Not enough data
7.2
97
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
96
Not enough data
7.7
96
Not enough data
7.6
91
Not enough data
8.5
109
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.4
86
Not enough data
7.2
95
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Anaplan and IBM Planning Analytics are categorized as Budgeting and Forecasting, Sales & Ops Planning, Supply Chain Planning, and FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Unique Categories
Anaplan is categorized as Sales Planning, Compensation Management, Sales Performance Management, Workforce Management, and Financial Close
IBM Planning Analytics is categorized as Workforce Planning, HR Analytics, Sales Analytics, Demand Planning, and Marketing Analytics
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Anaplan
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
IBM Planning Analytics
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Financial Services
13.7%
Information Technology and Services
12.5%
Consulting
11.9%
Management Consulting
9.0%
Computer Software
5.4%
Other
47.5%
Financial Services
10.7%
Information Technology and Services
8.6%
Consulting
7.0%
Banking
7.0%
Accounting
5.9%
Other
61.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Anaplan
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Paul P.
Verified User in Consulting
Excel is great when you are working by yourself, but as you start to collaborate with colleagues and add enterprise-level amounts of data the cracks start to show. Anaplan gives you the same flexibility to build whatever you need, but with enterprise-level...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Internet
It's not intuituive. If you have plenty of products, when adding information on the table, you do not see the name of that row (because you went down, but the name of the row is not frozen). The user interface needs to improve.
IBM Planning Analytics
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Joshua M.
Verified User in Biotechnology
The product is incredibly flexible. You can find a way to do almost any requirement in it. I also like how it integrates with other IBM products like BI (Cognos Analytics). The excel functionality is also a must have for most finance users. We are...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Christopher P.
Verified User in Retail
Use can be cumbersome unless trained properly.
Paul P.
Verified User in Consulting
Excel is great when you are working by yourself, but as you start to collaborate with colleagues and add enterprise-level amounts of data the cracks start to show. Anaplan gives you the same flexibility to build whatever you need, but with enterprise-level...
Joshua M.
Verified User in Biotechnology
The product is incredibly flexible. You can find a way to do almost any requirement in it. I also like how it integrates with other IBM products like BI (Cognos Analytics). The excel functionality is also a must have for most finance users. We are...
Verified User in Internet
It's not intuituive. If you have plenty of products, when adding information on the table, you do not see the name of that row (because you went down, but the name of the row is not frozen). The user interface needs to improve.
Christopher P.
Verified User in Retail
Use can be cumbersome unless trained properly.
Alternatives
Discussions
How is anaplan different?
5 comments
RM
Anaplan is a blank model when you start with but you can implement anything using Anaplan tool. Implementation duration can be very less in implementing in...Read more
What is anaplan software?
4 comments
KL
Anaplan is a cloud-based planning tool designed to help organizations with integrated business planning. It allows organizations to build detailed, real-time...Read more
Anaplan uses a proprietary in-memory database called Hyperblock.
2 comments
SK
Anaplan users Hyperblock technology for in-memory database calculations.
Some additional information is available here:...Read more
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