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Pros:

The best thing about Linx is that it provides a quick,concise low-code environment to copy files and talk to APIs that is easy to deploy to the server.

Cons:

Just a few UI glitches with traversing menus/lists. Web services manager seems sluggish when presenting a number of solutions ( 10+), could be browser related however.

Linx ratings

Average score

Ease of Use
4.1
Customer Service
4.4
Features
4.4
Value for Money
4.3

Likelihood to recommend

7.4/10

Linx has an overall rating of 4.4 out 5 stars based on 27 user reviews on Capterra.

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Harold
Harold
Information Technology Consultant in Canada
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Excellent support from start to finish

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: Extremely functional piece of data connection puzzle

Pros:

Very helpful in providing access to developer partners to implement a complete solution, and provide customer access after for easy maintenance.

Cons:

There's nothing I don't like, but the only con is that it doesn't have the most user-friendly interface, relative to competitors, but since those competitors cost more than 50 times as much, there's no real competition when all is considered.

Ahmad
ITO Development Supervisor in Indonesia
Information Technology & Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Linx, ease of use and the best price for integration

5.0 last year

Comments: We choose Linx to solve our integration problems to connect our applications with many systems

Pros:

Linx Designer, and Linx Server, are easy to use and we use Linx to develop our integration platforms that are connected to many systems, all easily and effectively

Cons:

Version Control will be vital / could be improved in Linx because we need that to control any changes to applications within the software development lifecycle

Christopher
Christopher
Independent Business Owner in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Computer Software, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Is Linx for you?

3.0 6 years ago

Comments: Overall, Linx's current model is lacking in too many areas which are important to developers who need to deploy applications quickly across multiple platforms. Linx Server should not have a place in the build/deployment stage. This alone limits my available options for building/deploying where I want to for the most efficiency. I shouldn't have to change my approach to developing application to ensure that Linx fits squarely.

Pros:

My initial assessment is unbiased, the application is easy to deploy. The Linx IDE and Linx Server both maintained a very reasonable memory footprint. I didn't have any lag during build or deployment phases.

Cons:

My primary concern is dependency issues that involve deploying to Linx Server. My secondary issue is the lack of importing other projects files from other popular ide's. Not having direct Visual Studio support in regard to syncing projects is a major affair. The Linx "bundle" (ide, and server) just doesn't extend the type of functionality need for today's developer. If the deployment model is changed to include other platforms, Linx could justify itself as a potential major player. As a developer, we know beyond question that build/deployment platforms are a matter of taste or technique. That being said, this requires a great deal of flexibility when we decide to utilize a particular tool for software engineering. Linx does have a rapid build model in place that is competitive. However, do not neglect the need for sound logical principles during getting/setting datatypes. The Linx is not so "out-of-the-box" in the foregoing, very little is done by Linx behind the scenes to either generate common sql scripting from scratch or a template (which are non-existent). From my experience, true rapid application development must have drag-and-drop features. A designer view is required to implement this feature. Unfortunately, Linx fails here also.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Financial Services Software, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Rapid, Easy Backend Development... Linx

5.0 2 years ago

Comments: I have loved using Linx and look forward to exploring more with it and its various plugins.

Pros:

I started working out of university at the beginning of the year. I got a job at a great company that used Linx software for backend development and I am extremely impressed. In comparison to the complexities of other coding languages... syntax and spelling errors and that is before you have even started to contemplate deployment; Linx makes coding a breeze to implement and deploy your logic. Being my first low code software tool, I was worried that it may be restrictive in what you can do, however, I have since developed multiple processes and API being used in the financial services industry and have never felt Linx to limit my imagination in terms of what can be achieved. Furthermore, when it comes to debugging, Linx allows for simple step-throughs as it should be with software programs, and deployment is then as easy as uploading a file (actually easier with the new update). The low-code, drag-and-drop nature of the application accommodates making minimal mistakes and allows for rapid development. Linx is thus a tool I would recommend to anyone needing backend software solutions.

Cons:

I am extremely impressed with Linx and how it works. For the last just under a year I have not found to be limited in any way and am continuously impressed with what can be achieved with the program. I look forward to using it more and finding a con (if possible).

Paul
Director in Jersey
Financial Services Software, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Flexible systems integration toolkit

4.0 7 years ago

Comments: Automated systems integration

Pros:

As a consulting firm helping our clients solve complex systems integration challenges we have found Linx to be an excellent toolkit that includes an environment that supports the development of the collecting of data from multiple source types, transforming that data as required using multiple techniques, then delivering the results to multiple target systems. It also thereafter supports the continuous automated processing of the results of the development work as an unattended server service. As a result we have solved many different systems integration challenges including as our clients needs have evolved.

Cons:

The Help functionality in version 4 is limited, making the toolkit less of a self sufficient solution that it might otherwise be. However the level of support means this is not a practical problem, which in any case is due to be addressed in version 5.

Philip
CEO in South Africa
Information Technology & Services, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

How we use Linx for integrations to Bitrix24

5.0 last year

Comments: Great experience and I will suggest this to anyone that needs to integrate 2 systems with minimal effort

Pros:

Once I got to grips with the interface it was easy and quick to develop all sorts of integrations between customer's line of business systems and Bitrix24. If I ever get stuck, the support I receive is amazing.

Cons:

It did take a bit of time to understand the interface

Arland
Business Owner in US
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

LINX is just what I was looking for in my search for a simple data integration solution.

4.0 7 years ago

Pros:

LINX allows me to cut the time it takes to create a data integration solution. I can make many of the same system connections in less time than writing a custom code solution. All of my customers are in the SMB market and LINX allows me to provide them the same powerful solutions that the more massive companies have access too and at a price point that fits nicely in the SMB budgets.

Cons:

The thing that I like the least is I am not able to document my solution in LINX and then print out a copy or save to PDF. Although, I would not consider this a reason to not use this product it does make creating a solution for a client a little more cumbersome.

Mike
Mike
Principal Consultant in Australia
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

A handy tool for systems integration and data wrangling

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: I use this software to integrate my local systems and more importantly to load my expenses to Xero with minimal fuss.

Pros:

The best thing about Linx is that it provides a quick,concise low-code environment to copy files and talk to APIs that is easy to deploy to the server. The Xero plug-in is fully functional and provides comprehensive access to the Xero API

Cons:

Linx requires you to understand the APIs that you are talking to, there are limited pre-built solutions.

Ivan
BU Manager in Italy
Information Technology & Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Useful and easy to use

4.0 6 years ago

Comments: Very useful, this product helps me to build-up and manage easily many automation tasks.

Pros:

Easy of use, fast time-to-market solution implementation, excellent customer support, designer free of charges.

Cons:

Pricing policy per solution, it's uncommon in a on-premise solution.

Julius
IT tech in US
Management Consulting, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Easy to use

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: It’s a good software to start automating simple tasks

Pros:

It’s easy to use and fits in our existing system

Cons:

The interaction becomes sluggish when doing a testing of the script steps

Adrian
CDO & Head of IT in Switzerland
Construction, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

The best tool to start overall automation

5.0 5 years ago

Comments: Mostly, we use Linx to create interfaces and use it as middleware. We can see all tasks on a beautiful dashboard on our Linx server and are informed about any problems before our stakeholders recognize them. Furthermore, it is great that our company depends less on a few superusers and programmers they use their own style of code - because nothing is easier as to get into Linx and work with it.
Additionally, we also use Linx to inform customers about delivery status etc. it is easy to connect it to other tools like mandrill and we do also internal checks of data quality by queries in our databases.

Pros:

We compared a lot of complex solutions such as Talend, KNIME etc. No one of these were as easy to use as Linx. Linx brings everything you need in the daily business to automate your processes and take the next step in digitalizing your business... it's just awesome!

Cons:

I couldn't find any negative aspects. :)

Brendon
Technical Director in South Africa
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

fairly extensive experience with Linx now

5.0 7 years ago

Pros:

quicky, easy to get concept into operation. No code, but comprehensive in ability to produce solutions

Cons:

just a few UI glitches with traversing menus/lists. Web services manager seems sluggish when presenting a number of solutions ( 10+), could be browser related however

Shaik
RPA Developer in India
Information Technology & Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Easy Usage and super Customer Support

5.0 4 years ago

Comments: i have used the linx software first for the RESTAPI automation for a personal purpose and further used it for other purposes. I also found some issues in the REST API where i got perfect help from the Linx team with a sound knowledge on the subject for which they understood the issue easily and also given a fastest and best solution to it

Pros:

First of i would say that Linx is the perfect software for all the back-end process automation in any field and would make all the back-end process to done automotive easily

Cons:

To be frank Linx could provide with a even better User Interface and also have few more tutorials to explain the features

Victor
IT Manager in Lebanon
Computer Software, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Start your business automation right away

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: Design RPA process to complete our client ERP demands.

Pros:

Ease of use, install and to learn, easy deployment

Cons:

Code editor User interface is not well organized.

Carlos
Enterprise Architect in Germany
Oil & Energy, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Honst One

4.0 4 years ago

Comments: To expensive

Pros:

Easyness on all Most every Thing, Price and Business model not apealing

Cons:

To expensive, not atractive Price modell

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Wholesale, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Awesome product!

5.0 6 years ago

Pros:

Easy to use, and has streamlined our office's productivity.

Cons:

Slow loading at times, but we've been able to manage through just fine.

Vivek
Vivek
Analyst Programmer in New Zealand
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Excellent product and feature set

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: Simplify workflows and repetitive tasks

Pros:

Great features that can be used to automated routine tasks as well and run complex workflows. The support team are very quick to respond to queries and provide useful information. In my tests so far, I have been very happy with the product and support.

Cons:

None so far. From my brief testing I have not come across anything major lacking in the product. Any queries I had were answered promptly and accurately by very knowledgeable staff.

Ndumiso
Ndumiso
Auditor in South Africa
Accounting Software, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Linx software

4.0 6 years ago

Comments: Trying to come up with the audit software where will be analysing information and numbers but couldn't work.

Pros:

Pick and drop features was an easy to use in very development.

Cons:

Most of the features has no hints to give you which makes difficult to develop

Stefan
Development Engineer - Programmer in Serbia
Verified LinkedIn User
Wholesale, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Linx Review

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: Very useful and helpfully tool.

Pros:

The wide range of options and functionality, and also User friendly interface.

Cons:

The price of Linx Server is maybe a little bit high. But, however, the product like this must be paid of course.

Phillip
Director in Australia
Information Technology & Services, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

In the brief time I was able to put towards using this product, I found it to be excellent.

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: none yet. I had to reconfigure my OS and have not been able to reinstall the product.

Pros:

Click, select and implement all in just a matter of minutes. There is very little coding that you need to become familiar with in order to get your app codded. All selections are field focused with a minimum of coding required.

Cons:

It's database of allowable functions left me wanting more. To be fair, I think there are many possible applications for this product than I had time to explore. My attention was directed towards other projects fairly quickly, and I will revisit the software as soon as I am able.

Solomon
Associate Professor in US
Higher Education Software, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

I was curious about the software and wanted to know the features

4.0 6 years ago

Pros:

It appears to be well designed. The interface was fairly intuitive. I liked the fact that one could create workflows easily.

Cons:

I didn't find any serious issue with the software. Overall, there is not much not to like the software.

Joshua
Founder in UK
Entertainment, Self Employed
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Great Application

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: I mainly wanted to check out the software to see what capabilities it can do to create a web SaaS api like what Blockspring does. I wanted to see how flexible the plugins and extensions makes it much more useful

Pros:

I like the simplicity of adding plugins and features extending the api capabilities, it greatly increases the flexibility of this amazing software

Cons:

I think it would be a bit better if there were more up to date tutorials on a dedicated learning page of their site and also publishing it to YouTube, also making the videos a bit longer and more informative

frank
business analyst in Australia
Education Management, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Poor

1.0 4 years ago

Comments: negative

Pros:

I could not see any benefits in pursuing this

Cons:

Had alot of difficulty installing the free trial. Asked for assistance and got no response. in the end gave up

John
Programmer in Australia
Computer Software, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Easy to work with and simple well written functions.

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: Made it easy to interface with the Xero API for our software.

Pros:

It was easy to set up. The help documents are well written. I only used it to interface with Xero API but I was able to test other available functions that I will implement for other projects in the future.

Cons:

I could only create an executable for running on a scheduled task. I also wanted one that could allow interfacing with the API on demand.

Andrea
Andrea
ECM Expert in Italy
Verified LinkedIn User
, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

A good tool for solving a wide range of integration issues

4.0 6 years ago

Pros:

The Designer IDE is the good part of the product. Is simple to understand, to configure and very intuitive.

Cons:

More details on working processes and more controls on task outcome could help to have more control to the solution.