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We performed a comparison between Oracle Eloqua and Pardot based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Marketing Automation solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Oracle Eloqua vs. Pardot Report (Updated: May 2024).
770,292 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The solution is good for B2B email marketing.""The initial setup was straightforward.""The solution is stable.""​Lead scoring is very useful for both measuring the effectiveness of campaigns as well as deciding which leads to send sales’ way.""I've used other marketing automation tools, like Marketo, that require more technical knowledge. Eloqua is straightforward and user-friendly.""The ease of maintenance is the most valuable feature.""It provides good support for really large databases.""Lead scoring has helped with the process of qualifying leads."

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"For me, the best thing is the Custom Redirect. That's one key thing I like because using that particular Custom Redirect, I can track a link wherever I'm sharing it. I can track how and when people are accessing it.""The product is stable.""It has made email marketing quicker and easier.""Campaign tracking is a valuable feature.""The tracking and automation of outbound messaging is the solution's most valuable aspect.""It's easy to create email templates and landing pages.""The solution can be easily integrated with Salesforce.""I have not had any issues with the product's stability. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

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Cons
"Eloqua doesn't have built-in features for WhatsApp marketing or SMS functionality.""​Reporting is very clunky and not user friendly.​""This product hasn't kept up to date on features.""There are some things where improvement is needed. For me, it would be great if they integrated a tool like AI configuration capabilities within Eloqua itself.""The solution does not have a good database architecture.""The product's initial setup process could be better.""The reporting features should be improved.""The cost of the solution has room for improvement."

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"When it comes to integration with third-party tools, Pardot's APIs are not that robust.""​Technical support has been quick and helpful every time.""Needs to improve list building.""Pardot must be synced with Salesforce.""Lacks sufficient free custom fields.""The solution is quite expensive, at least, for smaller teams.""The solution lacks integration with Instagram, which is our top problem with the product.""For new people, the installation of the tool can be difficult."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Our licensing costs are yearly."
  • "The solution is expensive."
  • "The tool is pricey compared to products like Marketo."
  • "Oracle Eloqua's pricing is medium."
  • "Oracle Eloqua is quite an affordable solution."
  • "Oracle Eloqua can be expensive compared to alternatives."
  • "It's quite expensive."
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  • "​Make sure you do not pay for features that you may not need​."
  • "We pay about $4000 a month."
  • "The price of this solution is expensive. However, you are going to receive good value for money. They could improve by reducing the price."
  • "It is a competitively priced product, considering what it provides."
  • "In terms of pricing, Pardot is cheaper than Marketing Cloud."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The solution should consider adding functionality related to event listening, such as webhooks. The solution should provide an omnichannel approach rather than just email and a message, neither of… more »
    Top Answer:We use the solution for digital marketing, especially for email marketing. We have B2B as well as B2C customers.
    Top Answer:The solution's engine framework is quite simple, giving you the agility you need in the business.
    Top Answer:The solution can be easily integrated with Salesforce.
    Top Answer:If it's not used, it becomes expensive software at the end of the day. From a price point, it is in the mid-price range. It's not the most expensive. It's not the cheapest.
    Top Answer:I do not like the solution. The product must enable users to make a smart list and embed it into each program instead of building it independently. The tool should provide tag fields to filter the… more »
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    Also Known As
    Eloqua, Oracle Marketing Cloud
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    Overview

    Eloqua is the Oracle marketing automation and revenue performance management solution used by sales and marketing teams all over the world. With Eloqua, organizations can easily execute marketing campaigns, build and manage their databases, convert leads to sales, and measure the impact of marketing activities on the organization.

    Pardot, a salesforce.com Company, is an easy-to-use B2B Marketing Automation suite that helps sales and marketing teams maximize efficiency and increase revenue. Pardot's lead management software features CRM integration, email marketing, lead nurturing, lead scoring, and ROI reporting to help marketing and sales teams work together to generate and qualify sales leads, shorten sales cycles, and demonstrate marketing accountability.
    Sample Customers
    Thomson Reuters, The Dow Chemical Company, Avid, LifeSize, and Avalara.
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    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company33%
    Computer Software Company17%
    Media Company17%
    Financial Services Firm17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization71%
    Computer Software Company6%
    Financial Services Firm4%
    Manufacturing Company3%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization64%
    Computer Software Company8%
    Financial Services Firm5%
    Manufacturing Company3%
    Company Size
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    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise49%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business6%
    Midsize Enterprise74%
    Large Enterprise21%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise31%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business10%
    Midsize Enterprise67%
    Large Enterprise23%
    Buyer's Guide
    Oracle Eloqua vs. Pardot
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Oracle Eloqua vs. Pardot and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Oracle Eloqua is ranked 3rd in Marketing Automation with 34 reviews while Pardot is ranked 6th in Marketing Automation with 10 reviews. Oracle Eloqua is rated 8.8, while Pardot is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Oracle Eloqua writes "A well-known and flexible solution that provides a lot of features for B2B email marketing". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Pardot writes "Offers an easy initial setup phase and good ROI". Oracle Eloqua is most compared with Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Marketo, HubSpot Marketing Hub, Oracle CRM and Zift Solutions, whereas Pardot is most compared with Marketo, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Iterable and HubSpot Marketing Hub. See our Oracle Eloqua vs. Pardot report.

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