The benefits of upgrading to Claris FileMaker 2025 Platform – comparison with previous versions
Claris FileMaker 2025 has launched with a range of new features that will undoubtedly make developing new custom apps both quicker and more powerful, but what are the benefits of upgrading if you are currently using an older version of the FileMaker platform?
Using a version older than of FileMaker 19? In that case there are even more good reasons to upgrade - contact our team to find out more about the benefits from upgrading that you have been missing out on!
Highlighted below are some of the key differences in features were introduced between FileMaker v19, 2023 (v20), 2024 (v21) and now 2025 (v22) releases:
Features | FileMaker 18 & earlier | FileMaker 19 | FileMaker 2023 | FileMaker 2024 | FileMaker 2025 |
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JavaScript Support | |||||
Embed JavaScript in apps | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
AI & Machine Learning | |||||
Enhanced LLM integration using native scripting functions | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Support for Apple's Core ML | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Native AI Script steps | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Support for public & local AI models | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Security | |||||
FileMaker Server hardened against DoS attacks | No | No | No | No | Yes |
AES-256, SSL & Claris ID Support | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Oauth for Email | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
HTTPS Tunnelling support | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Server Administration | |||||
Consolidated Scheduler | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
AI Model Server Administration | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Integration | |||||
Basic Claris Studio Integration | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Odata Support | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Enhanced Claris Studio Integration | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Claris Connect and Claris Studio included as standard | No | No | No | No | Yes |
General Upgrade Considerations: Let's Get Practical
No matter your current version, our team can assist you through the upgrade process, even if your app involves complex dependencies, such as integrations with legacy software or plugins. Note that most plugins will require updates (sometimes paid) to ensure compatibility with Claris FileMaker 2025.
We encourage you to consider the future-proofing benefits of a 'cloud-first' and 'AI-first' mindset. Older systems may not have been built with this in mind, but the modern FileMaker platform has been designed to seamlessly integrate with other cloud solutions and now leading public and private LLMs.
Ultimately, we believe that your software should work for you, not the other way around. That's why we're committed to ensuring your upgrade is more than a simple technical exercise—it's a strategic move that aligns with your business' evolution. If you're ready to harness the power of the modern, interconnected, and dynamic Claris FileMaker 2025, get in touch with us today. We're here to help you achieve your business goals.

