StreamSets (Software AG)
The unified platform for smart data pipelines.
Overview
StreamSets, now part of Software AG, is a DataOps platform that helps enterprises build and operate smart data pipelines. It provides a single pane of glass for all data in motion, with a focus on data drift handling and pipeline observability. It supports CDC from various databases to enable real-time data ingestion.
✨ Key Features
- Graphical pipeline designer
- Change Data Capture (CDC) sources
- Handles data drift (schema and semantic changes) automatically
- Real-time monitoring and data observability
- Supports batch, streaming, and CDC workloads
- Runs on-premise, in the cloud, or hybrid
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Smart pipelines that are resilient to data drift
- Deep operational visibility and monitoring
- Unified platform for all data-in-motion patterns (batch, streaming, CDC)
Unique Value: StreamSets provides unprecedented visibility and control over data in motion, enabling data engineers to build resilient pipelines that don't break when data changes.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating data pipelines that are resilient to frequent schema changes from source systems.
- Ingesting streaming and CDC data into a data lake for processing.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users looking for a simple, fully managed ELT service.
- Small-scale data replication without the need for advanced monitoring.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike traditional ETL tools, StreamSets is built for the continuous data world and excels at handling data drift. Compared to simple ELT tools, it offers much deeper operational capabilities and is designed for data engineers to manage, rather than just use, pipelines.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Free to start on StreamSets Cloud.
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