Name: WebSphere Application Server (WAS)
Rating: 4.4 (119 reviews)

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Updated 13th October 2025

What is WebSphere Application Server (WAS)?

WebSphere Application Server is a software developed to provide a platform for hosting and managing Java-based applications. It offers features such as support for Java EE, application deployment, scalability, transaction management, and security. The software enables organizations to build, run, and integrate enterprise applications and services within a flexible and modular runtime environment. By facilitating connectivity and interoperability between disparate systems, the software helps address business challenges related to application performance, reliability, and integration. WebSphere Application Server is designed to streamline the management of applications, aiming to enhance operational efficiency through centralized control and automation features.

Overall experience with WebSphere Application Server (WAS)

Manager

250M - 500M USD, IT Services

FAVORABLE

“Detailed Logging Benefits Noted on WebSphere Server Despite Deployment Limitations”

5.0

Feb 27, 2026

It was a really good experience while using the WebSphere server for hosting a full product

Manager of IT Services

1B - 3B USD, IT Services

CRITICAL

“good product it get a very good result to acomplish apps projects”

3.0

Sep 12, 2023

We use the product but we need more technical experience to get better apps

About Company

Company Description

IBM is a well-established entity focused on technology and development. The primary mission revolves around fostering technological growth and enhancing infrastructure, achieved through focused developments and consulting services. By encouraging inventiveness and innovation, it is geared towards facilitating the transition of theoretical ideas into practical realities, thus improving global functionalities. IBM brings about transformation by creating advanced solutions that reshape and redefine the world.

Company Details

Company type

Public

Year Founded

1911

Head office location

Armonk, New York, United States

Number of employees

10001+

Annual Revenue

30B+ USD

Website

http://www.ibm.com

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WebSphere Application Server (WAS) Likes & Dislikes

Admin part of the product, it generates good logging in terms of detailed troubleshooting.

all the information arround in many ways

It is highly customizable and the vendor is always willing to resolve issues.

Sometimes it takes time to deploy a .war file, it should be improved

performance issues

It demands a heavy learning curve and has complex configurations and adjustmentes. Very heavy server compared to others on the market. It is highly customizable, but you have to pay a high price for it.

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WebSphere Application Server (WAS) Reviews and Ratings

4.4

(119 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star: 37%
4 Star: 53%
3 Star: 8%
2 Star: 3%
1 Star: 0%

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.2

Integration & Deployment

4.3

Service & Support

4.3

Product Capabilities

4.6

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Manager
50M-1B USD
IT Services
Review Source
Detailed Logging Benefits Noted on WebSphere Server Despite Deployment Limitations
5.0
Feb 27, 2026
It was a really good experience while using the WebSphere server for hosting a full product
IT Assessor
1B-10B USD
Banking
Review Source
A good product with a high learning curve
4.0
Feb 4, 2025
The product has a very steep learning curve, which made it difficult to implement the product immediately. Each installation and patch application was difficult and time-consuming.
IT Senior Analyst
50M-1B USD
Banking
Review Source
Exploring Efficient Customer Support and New Feature Updates
4.0
Feb 4, 2025
They have a good time response when we open a ticket, requesting support.
IT Security & Risk Management Associate
50M-1B USD
Insurance (except health)
Review Source
Balancing High Performance and Complex Interface: A Deep Dive
5.0
Aug 22, 2024
Good performance and support but complex interface and setup
IT Specialist
<50M USD
Banking
Review Source
Scalability and reliability guaranteed
5.0
Mar 25, 2024
It is a solid platform for our business applications. Its scalability and reliability are impressive, with advanced security features. Although it has a learning curve and can be expensive, its solid support backing makes it worth it.

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