Compare Google Cloud SQL and MySQL 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (40.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (36.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Pay As You Go Per Month
$5,000
Google Cloud SQL
Star Rating
(365)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (40.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Pay As You Go Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plansMySQL
Star Rating
(1,670)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$5,000
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Google Cloud SQL excels in ease of management, with users highlighting its straightforward setup, scaling, and backup processes. This allows teams to focus on their projects without worrying about ongoing maintenance.
- Users say MySQL stands out for its reliability and performance, with many praising its ability to integrate smoothly with various tools. This versatility makes it a popular choice for both small projects and larger production systems.
- According to verified reviews, Google Cloud SQL offers a pay-as-you-go pricing model, which appeals to businesses looking for flexibility in their database expenses. This contrasts with MySQL's more traditional entry-level pricing, which may be less attractive for startups.
- Reviewers mention that MySQL benefits from a robust community support, providing extensive documentation that is particularly helpful for inexperienced developers. This community backing can be a significant advantage for teams needing quick solutions to issues.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Google Cloud SQL's scalability is a key feature, with users noting that it scales reliably without much operational overhead. This is particularly beneficial for businesses anticipating growth and needing a database solution that can keep pace.
- Users report that while MySQL is known for its high performance, it sometimes faces challenges in meeting specific workflow needs, with some reviewers mentioning configuration difficulties. This can be a consideration for teams with unique requirements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Cloud SQL
Committed Use Discounts
Pay As You Go
Per Month
You can lower the cost by purchasing 1-year or 3-year commitment plans. Visit cloud.google.com/sql/pricing to check pricing for your region.
- CPU and memory
- Other features are available only through on-demand model
Free Trial
Google Cloud SQL
Free Trial is available
MySQL
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
254
8.9
1,399
Ease of Use
9.2
262
8.7
1,403
Ease of Setup
9.1
115
8.6
666
Ease of Admin
9.0
98
8.4
634
Quality of Support
8.8
246
8.0
1,180
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
96
8.5
519
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
251
8.0
1,366
Features by Category
Management
8.8
94
Not enough data
8.8
96
Not enough data
9.2
100
Not enough data
8.9
98
Not enough data
9.1
98
Not enough data
Maintenance
9.0
99
Not enough data
9.1
104
Not enough data
8.7
99
Not enough data
Security
9.2
98
Not enough data
9.2
99
Not enough data
Management
9.1
106
9.0
146
9.3
106
9.2
146
9.2
101
8.9
131
9.3
101
8.8
127
Support
8.9
106
8.4
136
9.1
107
8.7
143
8.9
102
8.8
136
8.9
103
9.1
134
Security
9.1
101
8.8
135
9.1
104
8.9
135
9.2
104
8.6
129
9.2
108
8.6
134
Performance
9.1
110
8.4
126
9.0
103
8.6
129
9.0
104
8.5
129
8.8
101
8.5
131
9.0
101
8.7
129
Database Features
9.2
130
8.8
1150
9.2
132
8.9
1155
9.1
130
8.7
1158
9.0
130
8.1
1126
9.3
124
8.4
1116
8.9
124
8.7
1130
9.2
125
8.9
1151
Configuration
9.2
92
Not enough data
8.7
85
Not enough data
9.0
91
Not enough data
8.9
80
Not enough data
9.4
87
Not enough data
Database Administration
8.9
87
Not enough data
8.8
83
Not enough data
8.8
82
Not enough data
Availability
9.2
93
Not enough data
9.2
91
Not enough data
8.9
86
Not enough data
8.9
84
Not enough data
Security
8.7
74
Not enough data
9.1
80
Not enough data
8.9
75
Not enough data
Data Management
9.2
82
Not enough data
8.8
76
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Cloud SQL and MySQL are categorized as Relational Databases
Unique Categories
Google Cloud SQL is categorized as Database Management Systems (DBMS) and Database as a Service (DBaaS)
MySQL has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Cloud SQL
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
MySQL
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
23.6%
Computer Software
17.8%
Staffing and Recruiting
6.4%
Banking
5.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.1%
Other
42.3%
Information Technology and Services
25.1%
Computer Software
20.5%
Internet
4.5%
Higher Education
4.1%
Education Management
3.3%
Other
42.4%
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Discussions
What is Cloud SQL?
3 Comments
UZ
Google Cloud SQL is a fully-managed database service that makes it easy to set up, maintain, manage, and administer your relational databases on Google Cloud...Read more
How much is Google Cloud SQL?
2 Comments
PS
It depends on different type of instances and configuration you use. It starts from 0.01 USD per hour.Read more
What is Google Cloud SQL used for?
2 Comments
HC
Cloud SQL automates tasks such as: Backups, Replication, Patches, Encryption, Storage capacity increases.Read more
Does MySQL new version has strong security?
10 Comments
JH
here is list of some overlooked security holes in MySql:
update the password plugin;
password for the root account
root accounts that are...Read more
Can I use MySQL for free?
3 Comments
SR
Yes you can because it's a open source software and offers MySQL Schema, workbench, etc.
You can easily download MySQL Software from the Internet and start...Read more
What is MySQL used for?
3 Comments
SR
MySQL is a relational database management system, and as its name suggests you can easily import, export, and manipulate data file upto 10 TBSs. It also lets...Read more
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