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At a Glance
Market Segments
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Azure SQL Database
Star Rating
(227)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (39.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(678)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (66.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 License
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- Users report that IBM Db2 excels in data integration with a score of 8.6, while Azure SQL Database also performs well but slightly better in query language with a score of 9.2, indicating that Azure may offer a more intuitive querying experience.
- Reviewers mention that Azure SQL Database shines in ease of use, scoring 8.9 compared to IBM Db2's 8.0, suggesting that users find Azure's interface and functionality more user-friendly.
- G2 users highlight that IBM Db2 has strong data quality features with a score of 8.7, while Azure SQL Database also performs well in this area, but users report a more robust built-in data analytics capability in Azure, scoring 8.7 compared to Db2's 8.2.
- Users on G2 note that Azure SQL Database offers superior security features, particularly in encryption and authentication, both scoring 9.0, while IBM Db2 scores slightly lower at 8.3, indicating a potential advantage for Azure in protecting sensitive data.
- Reviewers say that IBM Db2 has a solid performance in data replication with a score of 8.7, but Azure SQL Database matches this score, suggesting both products are equally capable in this critical area for data management.
- Users report that Azure SQL Database has a better overall product direction with a score of 9.7, compared to IBM Db2's 6.7, indicating that Azure may be more aligned with future trends and user needs in database technology.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure SQL Database
No pricing availableIBM Db2
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Azure SQL Database
No trial information availableIBM Db2
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
185
8.5
484
Ease of Use
8.8
184
8.0
493
Ease of Setup
8.6
99
7.7
259
Ease of Admin
8.5
81
7.7
241
Quality of Support
8.8
178
8.1
457
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
77
8.3
234
Product Direction (% positive)
9.6
170
6.8
452
Features by Category
Data Management
Not enough data
8.6
52
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
48
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
49
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
48
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
34
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
34
|
Verified
Integration
Not enough data
7.8
43
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
45
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
42
|
Verified
Deployment
Not enough data
8.4
50
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
41
|
Verified
Performance
Not enough data
8.6
51
|
Verified
Security
Not enough data
8.7
46
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
35
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Management
8.9
73
8.6
59
9.2
72
8.4
61
8.7
67
8.2
51
8.5
71
8.5
54
Support
8.8
73
8.0
56
8.8
74
8.4
59
8.7
72
7.9
59
8.6
72
8.3
60
Security
8.6
71
8.5
59
8.9
75
8.8
59
9.0
73
8.4
57
9.0
73
8.4
55
Performance
8.9
71
8.6
59
8.7
70
8.6
57
8.7
71
8.5
55
8.8
66
8.4
56
8.7
70
8.4
56
Database Features
9.3
95
8.7
304
9.4
96
8.8
306
9.2
96
8.8
306
9.2
96
8.4
302
9.2
95
8.8
301
8.6
92
8.4
302
8.8
93
8.4
307
Automation
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.5
9
Functionality
Not enough data
7.4
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Administration
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Agentic AI - Data Warehouse Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Configuration
8.9
78
8.5
65
8.5
75
8.1
60
8.8
78
8.5
65
8.1
72
8.3
61
9.0
77
8.6
62
Database Administration
8.7
76
8.6
60
8.8
76
8.8
60
8.7
75
8.8
59
Availability
9.1
78
8.9
62
9.2
77
9.1
62
8.6
77
8.8
63
9.0
76
8.9
63
Security
8.8
66
8.4
41
9.1
68
8.8
42
8.6
65
8.8
40
Data Management
8.7
70
8.7
45
8.6
65
8.6
44
Database Features
9.3
95
8.7
304
9.4
96
8.8
306
9.2
96
8.8
306
9.2
96
8.4
302
9.2
95
8.8
301
8.6
92
8.4
302
8.8
93
8.4
307
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure SQL Database and IBM Db2 are categorized as Database as a Service (DBaaS) and Relational Databases
Unique Categories
Azure SQL Database has no unique categories
IBM Db2 is categorized as Data Warehouse, Object-Oriented Databases, XML Databases, and Data Warehouse Automation
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure SQL Database
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
IBM Db2
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
25.0%
Computer Software
20.4%
Financial Services
4.6%
Hospital & Health Care
4.2%
Telecommunications
2.8%
Other
43.1%
Information Technology and Services
21.6%
Banking
11.6%
Computer Software
10.1%
Financial Services
7.3%
Insurance
5.9%
Other
43.5%
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Discussions
What is Azure SQL Database used for?
3 Comments
PU
Azure SQL Database is used for storing, managing, and analyzing data in the cloud. It’s great for running applications, generating reports, and handling...Read more
Is Azure SQL Database free?
2 Comments
AD
There is a free tier, but for production workload you have to pay.Read more
Azure SQL Database has no more discussions with answers
Where can I find answers to other questions I may have?
2 Comments
Official Response from IBM Db2
Please visit: https://developer.ibm.com/answers/questions/436870/common-questions-about-the-db2-on-cloud-free-plan/Read more
I want to replace KDB+ with DB2 BLU, before doing this in my project, i want to know following answers.
1. Is DB2 BLU , capable for this type of achievement which KDB+ do?
2. can you please give me a list comparison between DB2 BLU with KDB+?
1 Comment
NO
Please check:
https://db-engines.com/en/system/IBM+Db2%3BKdb%2B
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Which tool do you use for deep monitoring of IBM DB2 databases (instances) ?
1 Comment
MF
Maxim, we have a dedicated management console that comes free with Db2. It was called Data Server Manager in the past, now we call it the Unified Management...Read more
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