My main use case for Mendix is to create smart applications in a fast way, applications that have integrations, use of AI, custom widgets, and so on. A quick, specific example of an application I've built with Mendix is an application with video calls, which stands out for me, and it's an application that I am really proud about. In this application, we have like two people talking in a video call and then the agent on the other side can take pictures from the user's phone, because the user's used his or her phone to join the call via a Mendix application, and then they talk to each other with a video call, pictures, drawing pictures, that kind of stuff.

The best features Mendix offers are easy deployment, fast application creation, easy to build logic, and lots of marketplace modules and components to use in your applications, so you don't have to reinvent the wheel. If you need to eventually customize code, you can do it by using JavaScript and Java, which just make things faster.

Mendix has positively impacted my organization, especially for clients, who are getting lots of benefits, particularly speeding up changes, because they eventually need to change business rules, or they need to change how their business works. Mendix makes sure that happens fast, and about the video call application I created, they now speed up their customer service by having that video call feature, meaning they don't really need to send engineers physically to the client's location to see what's going on. All they need to do is do a video call, take a few pictures remotely, and that's it. No need to drive, no need to spend fuel, money with the engineers' location relocation; saving money is the most valuable thing.

After implementing Mendix, they reduced by 98% the engineers' relocation, as 98% of the cases are now being done by video calls instead of in-person appointments, which says a lot, even though the company didn't provide any numbers on how much is saved.

It would be great for AI in Mendix to read my whole project and understand the whole business, so all I need to do is ask, hey, what does this button do, and why is that button there? AI could answer me why we have that button, and what that button does. I know that this is something in progress by Mendix; eventually, we will get that feature, but this is something that we definitely need because new developers that join a project might struggle to understand the whole business, especially in complex applications. I chose eight instead of a higher or lower number because Mendix would be a 10 if we have the feature that I just mentioned, like asking why that button is there and getting a clear answer about its business purpose. It would also be a 10 if we have a faster Studio Pro, like not taking too much time to process things, especially when projects are too large; those two aspects would make it a 10 for me.

I have been using Mendix for the last eight years.

Mendix is stable.

You can scale Mendix using a private cloud, but if you want to scale it to a bigger instance, you have to contact a Mendix partner or the same Mendix partner that sold you the license.

Customer support for Mendix is very good; we open a ticket, and they answer, of course depending on your plan, but it's very useful. I would rate customer support a nine.

Positive

Before Mendix, I used to be a high-code developer, so I didn't really use a platform or solution; I coded with React, Node.js, MongoDB, which aren't actually platforms but open-source solutions.

In the project that I'm working with, we are using the Mendix Cloud and with just a few clicks, we can deploy the application acceptance or production, which has made my work easier and more efficient because I don't really need to understand how DevOps works. I don't need to understand Kubernetes or Docker. All I need to do is to build my app and deploy it by just doing a few clicks. About the speed of development of app creation, I think it's just a matter of open Studio Pro, create the app, do all the pages logic we need, and then push to the point. So that's pretty much it.

My company has a business relationship with Mendix as a partner, specifically an official partner.

Not much about pricing, as it's something that you have to reach a Mendix vendor to see what the possibilities are. From the pricing shown on the Mendix webpage, we have a basic package where you pay 60 Euros a month for five users and 10 Euros per additional user. This is all I know about pricing, but for a different size of Mendix Cloud, you have to consult an official Mendix vendor or partner.

I evaluated OutSystems before choosing Mendix.

Right now, I'm working with AI, which is pretty new to me, but I'm learning a lot and Mendix makes sure we can use AI in a very smart and fast way by using the platform. My advice for others looking into using Mendix is to start with the basics; don't get rushed. Things will come up eventually and always ask for help. There are forums and lots of communities; you're not alone. It's a great platform to learn a lot and make a lot of money with it, so keep it going. The review rating for Mendix is 8.

Public Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

I use Mendix for business purposes only, similar to other low-code and no-code platforms like Unqork. It is not suitable for applications like Netflix, and it is specifically used in industries such as insurance, banking, and manufacturing.

I highly regard Mendix because of its proper support, troubleshooting options, extensive learning path, and the availability of different types of exams. The solution is beneficial for integration with existing systems due to features like AI integration, SOAP integration, REST API integration, and various other options. Mendix offers validation, workflow and nanoflow minimization, user components, and follows best practices, making applications easily manageable and scalable. It saves time and cost while providing options for maintainability and scalability.

Currently, I do not see any improvements needed in Mendix. However, I have not used Mendix for the last few months, so I lack insight into any new features that might have been added.

I have been working with Mendix since 2021.

The setup is straightforward, similar to other solutions. Using the cloud-based version of Mendix, setup can be completed with a few clicks.

Occasionally, there is downtime if an upgrade is happening in the application.

Mendix provides options for handling scalability and maintainability through features like validation, workflow and nanoflow minimization, and user components, enabling projects to be easily managed and scaled.

Mendix provides proper support, troubleshooting options, and a helping community. The support resources are highly rated.

Positive

I did not work with other low-code solutions but remember names like OutSystems, Pega, and Appian. However, I chose Mendix due to its large market presence and availability of resources.

The initial setup is straightforward and similar to other solutions.

I have some idea about the licensing part, and it depends on the person and the number of applications.

I have not worked with other solutions, but I remember names like OutSystems, Pega, and Appian.

I would surely recommend Mendix because its market is large with many opportunities available. There are stability issues during upgrades, but overall, I rate Mendix nine out of ten.

Public Cloud

Other

I am applying the application to digitalize the Orbiq process and have created a customer-focused program to keep customers close. Additionally, I have an application that enables me to create quotations for my customers and their clients. I maintain and continue to develop these applications.

Mendix gives me the opportunity to build a solution that is more attractive to my end users, allowing me to create my own specific software. I use an ERP program called EnterpriseOne from Oracle, but ERP software options can be rigid and not practical for end users. Mendix fills the gaps where other software falls short.

Mendix provides the ability to create solutions that fill gaps that I would otherwise be unable to address with standard software. It integrates seamlessly with my existing ERP systems, enabling me to build attractive and user-specific solutions. Its cloud-based platform supports agile methods and enhances my development speed. These features enable me to better meet my organizational needs.

All software applications have their hiccups, including the Mendix Studio Pro developers program. Though still improving, there is no specific example of what really needs to be improved. Some learning paths need improvement, but most are satisfactory. It is not one hundred percent stable.

I have been using Mendix since June last year, so that's about one year and a half.

The product is generally stable, however, is not 100% stable.

Mendix supports scaling well with its comprehensive online documentation and learning paths. Consultancies can assist with scaling from small teams to enterprise levels.

I find support accessible. I haven't often needed to seek direct support from Mendix teams as their online resources and knowledge database are comprehensive. I rate their technical support between eight or nine out of ten.

Positive

I previously worked with IBM Notes. However, since IBM Notes is no longer on IBM and will likely disappear, I have found Mendix to be better for the long term.

You definitely need professional people to do the development in Mendix, especially if you're a small company.

I would recommend Mendix to others, particularly medium to large-sized companies. For a small company, it might be better to hire consultancy companies.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

Other

We built a SaaS product for our own customers and are developing internal applications for most of the MDM using Mendix. Additionally, we handle small to medium-complexity workflow management systems, whether process-related or complete system automation, using Mendix Workflow.

Some customers prefer building their products rather than buying them. For instance, they wanted a simplified version instead of purchasing a product management system, so we developed it. We built a couple of external-facing, consumer-facing applications, although the consumer base for these is small.

When I often want to pitch Mendix, if there is something out of the box that is not available, I can always extend Mendix. Whether it's the front end or the back end, It can be extended with Java. I've also built many widgets using Mendix.

We are all moving away from a monolithic product model to microservices. We are building an F2DUI application to decouple the front and back end. Mendix provides an integrated approach for both. Ideally, we should have a way to separate the front end and back end to scale them independently. 

While Mendix does offer different ways to achieve this, I sometimes prefer having the front end separate. I don't want the back end to be tightly coupled with the front end all the time.

 I have been using Mendix for five years.

Mendix is quite stable. However, some customers do not always use the stable versions provided by Mendix, which include both LTS and MTS versions. If a customer chooses a version other than these two options, it may lead to stability issues. Therefore, we always recommend that customers choose the appropriate development version to ensure their applications' stability. Mendix offers stable versions, but customers must be educated about using them correctly.

The scalability has an issue. When you buy a license for a private cloud, you can scale as much as you can afford in your private cloud. However, buying a public cloud with a t-shirt sizing model has limitations. You are limited to the one instance you can get whenever you want to upgrade. There is always a limit to whether they provide 30 gigabytes or 128 gigabytes of RAM. For the public cloud, its scalability is limited, so I'm rating it seven. The rating is nine for a private cloud or on-premise because you can scale however you want.

Most of the time, it is for enterprise customers because of the licensing and the user-based cost. 

Since we are an official partner of Mendix, we receive priority on requests. Based on my interactions, responses are generally quicker, but the quality of resolution varies. There are two levels of resolution: one is through the documentation and technical support they provide, and the other involves their expert services, which may incur charges. While technical difficulties can be resolved with their assistance, charges may apply. It's important to note that Mendix does offer expert services that can help solve any problem.

The initial setup is easy. You can get started right away.

Integrating with Mendix is generally easy. It is integrated with most modern frameworks, such as REST and Kafka. We've even integrated it with external workflow orchestration tools like JPM or Camunda. However, I have encountered some issues with Mendix regarding SDK-based integrations. While it is possible to perform these integrations, there is no direct way to do it, making the process more complex. For example, if Salesforce provides an SDK instead of a REST API, integrating with the SDK is more complicated than a straightforward REST API integration.

I would not recommend Mendix because it is very expensive for external users and can also be expensive for internal users. If your internal workforce is less than 10,000, I recommend Mendix because you can achieve a faster ROI. However, if you have an internal customer base of 30,000- 40,000, I would not recommend Mendix. 

In version 10.12, released a week ago, Mendix introduced some new features I had requested multiple times. They now have an in-app help feature within the Mendix IDE to speed development. Specifically, they have enabled a chatbot within the Mendix IDE, which helps streamline development.

Additionally, Mendix should support modularity in each functionality. For example, the workflow engine should operate separately from the main application, allowing for independent deployment. This means I should be able to deploy the workflow engine, microservices, or UI components separately. If Mendix provides this option, it will be a game changer. This way, I can scale the workflow for workflow-intensive applications, scale the backend for high-throughput scenarios, and scale the content to accommodate many visitors.

Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

Hybrid Cloud

We have clients in petrochemicals, agriculture, financial services, retail, and all sorts of other areas. It is amazing when we use it for what it is designed for. 

The development tools are excellent for building new apps, both mobile and enterprise web. 

We also use Mendix Enterprise Integration for complex business logic. It's a low-code platform, so we run Mendix in the Mendix Cloud.

The code refactoring tools could be better, especially for applications running for years. It's not bad, but it could be smoother.

Also, writing new widgets can be trickier than it should be for some people, but not if you're familiar with Mendix. 

Pricing used to be complex, but Mendix has improved that quite a bit. So, the pricing policy in general. It's not exactly straightforward.

The reporting feature also wasn't great, but Mendix has fixed that in version 10. I still need to test it fully, though. Version 9's reporting could be better.

In future releases, I would like to see more features around report writing. 

Another thing is managing and breaking down monolithic apps into modules, with version control for individual modules, which could be more robust. Sharing individual modules wasn't as strong as it should be. 

However, the biggest improvement still would be better refactoring tools, both for code and models.

I have been using it since 2011. 

I would rate the stability a ten out of ten. We've been running large applications on it, and almost never have any issues.

Mendix is easy to scale for typical business applications. It's horizontally and vertically scalable.

It used to be mainly for medium and large companies, but the new pricing makes it much more accessible. Now, it's suitable for the whole spectrum, from small to large.

The customer service and support are not bad. There is definitely room for improvement in response time. And they tend to escalate things quite a bit before acknowledging a problem. So, our experience has been a bit slow but not terrible.

Positive

Mendix competes with Outsystems, Microsoft Power Apps, Salesforce, and a few local players. 

I'd definitely rate Mendix as the number one low-code, model-driven platform. It's much better than the competition regarding ease of use, pricing, stability, IDE strength, good training materials, and easy staff onboarding and certification. It has made major improvements in those areas.

The initial setup is very simple. It was super quick. 

It supports all deployment models. You can run it in the Mendix cloud with a single button deploy, on your own cloud, or integrate it into your DevOps environment for scripted rollouts. 

It's very flexible, and Mendix has really improved the deployment aspect. So, clients have complete control over deployment.

The pricing is fairly comparable. I would rate the pricing a six out of ten, where one is high price, and ten is low price.

 

Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten. There is room for improvement.