Platform Comparison
Purpose-built IIoT visualisation. Transparent pricing. UK-based support.
Context
Cumulocity IoT, now part of Software AG (acquired by IBM), is a comprehensive IoT PaaS that targets large enterprise deployments. It is a capable platform — but for many organisations, it introduces significant overhead: complex pricing structures, a steep learning curve, dependence on a global consulting partner ecosystem and minimal white-label flexibility. SIMBIOSYS was designed for teams that need reliable IIoT data ingestion and visualisation without the enterprise bloat.
Side-by-Side
An honest comparison across the criteria that matter to operational IIoT deployments.
Criteria
SIMBIOSYS
Cumulocity
White-label branding for partners
Cumulocity offers partner branding but requires significant customisation effort and contractual approval
Transparent, predictable pricing
Cumulocity pricing is quote-based and varies significantly by tenant volume, message rate and features
Setup in days, not months
Cumulocity onboarding typically requires professional services engagement and significant integration work
Multi-tenancy out of the box
Both platforms support multi-tenancy; SIMBIOSYS makes it accessible without platform engineering
GDPR-compliant data management
Both are GDPR compliant; SIMBIOSYS data residency is UK/EU by default
UK-based support team
Cumulocity support is global and tiered; direct UK access requires enterprise contracts
No per-device pricing model
Cumulocity charges by device count and message volume, which escalates costs at scale
Drag-and-drop dashboard builder
Cumulocity has dashboards but customisation requires developer involvement for complex layouts
Industry-specific onboarding
SIMBIOSYS solutions architects configure the platform for your specific sensor and use case requirements
Self-service platform management
Cumulocity platform management requires familiarity with the Cumulocity tenant model and APIs
The Real Difference
These are the three reasons organisations most frequently cite when moving from Cumulocity to SIMBIOSYS.
SIMBIOSYS is built from the ground up as a white-label solution. Your clients see your logo, your domain and your colour scheme — not ours. This is not an add-on feature; it is the core delivery model.
SIMBIOSYS onboarding is measured in days, not quarters. Our team configures your sensor integrations, builds your initial dashboards and handles the platform setup so your engineers are not blocked by a months-long implementation project.
No per-device fees that balloon as your deployment scales. SIMBIOSYS pricing is structured around your operational needs, not penalising you for adding sensors. You know your costs upfront.
If you are evaluating alternatives to Cumulocity because of cost unpredictability, implementation complexity or a need for genuine white-label flexibility, SIMBIOSYS is worth a direct comparison. Book a demo and we will walk you through a side-by-side configuration for your environment.
Ready to Switch?
Book a 30-minute demo with our solutions team. We will show you the platform configured for your industry, answer your questions and give you a clear picture of what switching would involve.