Runbeam vs Boomi
Comparing Boomi's low-code iPaaS approach with Runbeam's distributed proxy architecture for secure data exchange
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Runbeam | Boomi |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Healthcare interoperability | Enterprise iPaaS workflows |
| Healthcare Protocols | ✓ FHIR, DICOM (HL7 v2 coming soon) | Generic connectors + custom logic |
| Protocol transforms | ✓ Native (e.g. FHIR ↔ DICOM) | Supported (connector-based) |
| Development Approach | Engineering-led, code-based | Low-code visual designer |
| Architecture | Distributed proxies + centralised orchestration | Centralised iPaaS runtime |
| Connector Library | Healthcare-focused | 300+ business systems |
| Data Sovereignty | ✓ Built-in local processing | Requires custom design |
| Open Source | ✓ Built on Harmony proxy | ✗ Proprietary platform |
| Target Users | Engineering teams | Citizen integrators |
| Deployment | Container-native | Cloud-managed runtime |
| HTTP/3 (QUIC) Support | ✓ Supported (HTTP/3 + TLS 1.3) | Not provided as an iPaaS transport feature |
| Cross-site connectivity | ✓ JWT-based Data Mesh authentication | Typically handled outside the platform (network/VPN) |
| Federated data meshes | ✓ Supported | Not supported |
Choose Runbeam For
Healthcare Protocol Integration
Healthcare-first protocol support for FHIR and DICOM with configuration-driven transformations
- FHIR and DICOM handled as first-class protocols
- Transformation rules are configuration-first and version control friendly
- Designed for regulated environments that need traceability and policy enforcement
Distributed Proxy Architecture
Deploy local proxies behind the firewall and connect environments using explicit, authenticated ingress/egress policies
- Keep integration traffic close to the systems it serves
- JWT-based mutual authentication for cross-site connectivity (Data Mesh)
- Federated Data Mesh support for partner and cross-team topologies
- Optional HTTP/3 (QUIC) endpoints for modern transport
- Avoid central chokepoints for multi-site integrations
Engineering-Led Teams
Transparent open-source foundation with transformations as code for DevOps workflows
- Open-source Harmony proxy foundation
- JSON configuration version control
- Container-native deployment
- GitOps-friendly workflows
Choose Boomi For
SaaS Application Integration
Extensive connector library for connecting commercial business systems
- 300+ pre-built connectors
- CRM, ERP, marketing automation integration
- Built-in scheduling and monitoring
- Cloud-hosted control plane
Low-Code Integration
Visual flow designer for integration specialists and business analysts
- Drag-and-drop integration design
- Pre-built patterns and templates
- Non-developer friendly
- Rapid integration delivery
Enterprise Workflow Automation
Data synchronization across business systems with managed runtime
- HR, finance, procurement automation
- Vendor-managed infrastructure
- Built-in error handling and retries
- Business process orchestration
Use Case Comparison
Healthcare FHIR Integration
Multi-facility network needing EMR integration with FHIR-based data sharing and PHI compliance
Deploy Harmony proxies with FHIR support, configure transforms as code, and connect sites using Data Mesh authentication
Build custom FHIR connectors in Boomi flow designer, implement PHI handling logic, configure cloud-based runtime
Business System Integration
Enterprise needing to sync data between Salesforce, NetSuite, Workday, and marketing automation
Limited pre-built connectors, would require custom API integration development
Use pre-built connectors, visual flow designer for data mapping, managed deployment with monitoring
Hybrid Healthcare-Business Integration
Healthcare organization needing both clinical data integration and business system connectivity
Runbeam handles clinical side (EMR, PACS, FHIR), exports normalized data that Boomi consumes for business workflows
This hybrid approach leverages both platforms' strengths - clinical protocols in Runbeam, business automation in Boomi
Pricing Comparison
Runbeam
- Harmony proxy core: Open-source (free)
- Commercial orchestration for healthcare
- Container deployment on existing infrastructure
- Predictable per-site pricing
Boomi
- Connection-based pricing model
- Runtime and connector fees
- Cloud-managed infrastructure
- Professional services for complex integrations
Boomi charges for connections and runtime. Runbeam provides open-source core with healthcare-focused commercial features.
Need Healthcare-Native Integration?
If healthcare protocols and distributed data sovereignty are your requirements, Runbeam provides purpose-built capabilities