Why InstallShield vs. WiX?
The Leaders in the Software Installation
Revenera InstallShield is globally recognised as a leader in Software Installation. With a comprehensive feature set and industry recognition, it is the preferred choice for many enterprise-level software deployments. InstallShield supports even the most complex installations, including extensive customization options and integration with various deployment environments. Our customers can rely on a seamless installation experience, every time.
InstallShield is known for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive toolset, making it more accessible to both beginners and experienced developers. With continuous updates and enhancements, InstallShield stays current with industry trends, providing developers with a modern tool that evolves with their needs. If you’re a developer or organization looking for a proven, versatile solution that caters to both simple and complex installation scenarios, InstallShield is the solution for you.
Highlights
- We set the bar for reliable installations on 500+ million PCs and servers.
- Superior maintenance and support including unlimited telephone and email support, eService, Knowledge Base and Web Communities.
- More developers choose us to build MSI and EXE installers, and create UWP and WSA app packages. For desktop, server, cloud and virtual environments.
- Licensing is flexible based on team size, number of machines and locations.
- Quick and easy installations, even for complex software.
What are our customers saying?
NetApp are able to build software installations 70% faster since they made the switch to InstallShield. InstallShield technical support staff also gives NetApp the peace of mind they couldn’t get with WiX.
Key Features
- The standard for Windows Installer (MSI) and InstallScript Installations
- Effortless Creation of native MSIX Packages or Build MSIX from Existing Projects
- Provides a Fresh, Modern Designer Interface
- Build installation suites to install multiple products for Windows, MSIX and more
- Converts MSIs to Microsoft® App-V™ 5.1
- Installs Web Applications to Microsoft® Azure™ and Microsoft IIS using Microsoft Web Deploy
- Automatically Provisions Virtual Machines for Simple Installation Testing
- Microsoft Team Foundation Server Integration
Build Installers in your DevOps Pipelines
Eliminate the time and effort required to set up and manage local License Servers. Easily configure your builds from the DevOps build pipeline with InstallShield’s Cloud License Server.
Easy Transition to Cloud
CLS makes the transition seamless to build your existing InstallShield projects
Cloud Agnostic
CLS is hosted in Revenera’s data centers and practically any internet connected computer can check out licenses making this a cloud agnostic solution
Azure DevOps Extension
No complicated steps in the pipelines to build projects. The native Azure DevOps Extension integrates with your build processes well resulting in best utilization of hosted agents
Zero Maintenance
Since there is no server hosted by users, there is practically zero maintenance. No security patches, no EOL OS issues, no returns or reactivations
Accenture is dedicated to developing differentiated software-based solutions to help organizations meet their business goals. The dynamic installation experience that we create ensures smooth adoption in enterprise environments. This is just as important as the functionality of the software products as a whole. We chose the versatile and robust InstallShield because of Revenera's domain expertise in innovative and flexible software suite products.
INDUSTRY LEADING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
InstallShield
Consistent and reliable Windows installers. Every time. With InstallShield, you’ll adapt to industry changes quickly, get to market faster and deliver an engaging customer experience.
The result? Productivity: up. Extra scripting/coding/rework: way down with simpler and cleaner installs, upgrades and uninstalls.
Revenera InstallShield the fastest easiest way to build Windows installers and MSIX packages and create installations directly within Microsoft Visual Studio.
InstallAnywhere
InstallAnywhere makes it easy for developers to create professional installation software that performs the same – no matter what the platform. You’ll be able to create reliable installations for on-premises platforms like Windows, Linux, Apple, Solaris, AIX, HP-UX, and IBM, and then deploy them physically, virtually or to the cloud (you can even package it up into a Docker container) all from a single project file.
Whether for standalone instances or integrated into your current systems, with InstallAnywhere, you’ll be able to adapt to industry changes quickly, get to market faster and deliver an engaging customer experience.
Resources
Best Practices
Legacy Software Installers’ Hidden Risks and How to Migrate Them
Learn about the hidden risks of legacy software installers and how they can impact your product’s security, performance, and compliance. This guide reveals common misconceptions and outlines best practices for modernizing your installation strategy.
Webinar
Flexibility Meets Scalability: Why Dev Teams Are Moving to InstallShield CLS
Register for the upcoming webinar to learn how InstallShield Cloud License Server (CLS) streamlines cloud integration while supporting on-premise setups..
Data Sheet
InstallAnywhere 2024
Erstellen Sie Multiplattforminstallationen für physische, virtuelle und cloudbasierte Umgebungen.
Webinar
Migrating from heritage installer technologies
Register for the upcoming webinar to learn about best practices for reviewing and updating your installation and deployment strategies, and the risks of maintaining outdated systems.
Webinar
Enabling Successful Software Installs with New Digital Signing Standards
Register for the upcoming webinar and be better equipped you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate changes to digital signing standards effectively for a seamless installation experience.
Data Sheet
InstallShield 2024
Nahtlose Builds in der Cloud mit InstallShield-Lizenzfunktionen
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