Compare the top data modeling tools
IDERA is focused on delivering the industry’s most complete solution for data modeling. ER/Studio offers enterprise-class capabilities with features superior to or not available in other products.
Compare, side by side, the features and functionalities of the best data modeling tools the market has to offer. Download a free trial today!
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ER/Studio Data Architect Professional |
erwin Data Modeler Workgroup Ed. |
PowerDesigner DataArchitect/RE |
| Database modeling – logical and physical |
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| Unlimited nested sub-model capability |
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| Dimensional modeling with properties |
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| Enterprise data dictionary |
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| Universal mappings (linking of instances across models) |
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| Business Data Objects |
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| Full macro programming language |
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| Entity-level checkout and edit granularity |
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| Model branch, compare, and bi-directional merge |
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| Model repository – version control and collaboration |
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| Model change management with referenced tasks/requirements |
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| All major relational DBMS platforms |
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| Data warehouse platforms |
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| Big data platforms |
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| Extended relational notation for embedded objects and arrays (MongoDB) |
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| User-defined metadata extensions |
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| User-defined security and governance properties |
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Several industry reviews have recognized the strengths of ER/Studio, and have called out specific capabilities such as:
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Description |
| Extensibility |
Flexible attachments and data dictionary |
| Compare / Merge |
Easiest and most automated |
| Macro Language |
Standard language; more capabilities and options |
| Mapping & Linking |
Flexible mapping and linking for traceability |
| Ease of Use |
Consistent behavior across product |
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