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In the competitive world of low-code development platforms, choosing the right platform can significantly impact your organization's digital transformation journey. Mendix and OutSystems are two of the top contenders in this space, each offering a unique set of features for building applications quickly and efficiently. This page will walk you through the key differences to help you decide which platform best fits your needs.
Both platforms are quite similar but have a different vision. Mendix wants to enable people with a business background to become a professional developer to ease the collaboration between business and IT. Mendix consultants are curious about your business process and how the business app can contribute to your process. OutSystems has a focus to speed up IT and to be the best technical platform. Although Mendix has always enabled us to develop the technical solution for our customers.
Below is a breakdown of the primary differences between Mendix and OutSystems
Pricing
Predictable (based on the number of users)
Unpredictable (sudden increases for customers)
Differentiator
Business & IT collaboration
IT enablement
Ease of Use
Intuitive for any motivated individual
Comprehensive for the technical developers
Cloud
Native
Some versions of OS are Cloud native
Scalability
Highly scalable for complex, enterprise-grade applications
Scalable but more suited for midsize projects
Integration Options
Strong API support, integrates easily with enterprise systems
Solid integration capabilities but can require more customization
UI / UX Design
Focus on user-friendly, modern design for apps
Advanced UI features with customizable component library
Performance Optimization
Offers advanced optimization and analytics tools
Optimized deployment but limited by customization costs
At its core both platforms are similar. Mendix stands out for its intuitive design, making it ideal for business consultants / developers who need a user-friendly platform without deep technical expertise. If your goal is to speed up development in the IT department without organizational changes, OutSystems is a great choice. Mendix has a different focus. Mendix enables seamless communication between IT teams and business users, addressing one of the biggest challenges in custom software development. Speed has never been the issue while developing with low-code, communication and minimizing the assumptions made on a project is one of the main challenges. That's why we love working with Mendix.
Pricing
For over 10 years, we’ve delivered Mendix projects to numerous clients. Mendix’s user-based pricing model offers clear transparency: you pay for the platform and the number of users, so you always know your licensing costs without risk of unexpected increases. OutSystems uses a pricing strategy based on application objects, users and additional features, which can push developers to make cost-driven choices rather than decisions based on project needs.
Practical considerations
Since Mendix was founded in the Netherlands, most of its developer community is based there. Likewise, the OutSystems community is primarily based in Portugal, where the company was established.
Migration to Mendix
If you’re currently using OutSystems and considering switching to Mendix, Squad Apps can support your migration. With expertise in both platforms, we’ll create a tailored plan to ensure a smooth, seamless transition to Mendix.
If you’re considering using low-code for developing your business applications or thinking about switching to Mendix, we’d be happy to discuss the various options with you. Leave your details below, and we’ll contact you as soon as possible.
