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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (66.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (44.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 License
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IBM Db2
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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Star Rating
(110)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (44.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that IBM Db2 excels in Disaster Recovery with a score of 9.7, highlighting its robust features for ensuring data safety and quick recovery, while IBM Informix, although strong, scores slightly lower at 9.2.
- Reviewers mention that IBM Informix shines in Data Replication, achieving a high score of 9.8, which users appreciate for its efficiency in maintaining data consistency across multiple locations, compared to IBM Db2's score of 8.5.
- G2 users note that IBM Informix offers superior Ease of Use with a score of 9.1, making it more accessible for new users, while IBM Db2 scores 8.0, indicating a steeper learning curve.
- Users on G2 highlight that IBM Informix's Query Language is more intuitive, scoring 9.4, which reviewers say enhances productivity, whereas IBM Db2's score of 8.3 suggests it may require more effort to master.
- Reviewers mention that IBM Db2 provides better Infrastructure Compatibility with a score of 8.7, allowing for seamless integration with various systems, while IBM Informix's compatibility is rated lower, which can be a concern for users with diverse environments.
- Users say that IBM Informix's Data Security features, scoring 9.3, are highly regarded for their comprehensive approach, including strong Access Control and Authentication measures, compared to IBM Db2's scores of 8.7 and 8.3 respectively, which may not meet the same level of user expectations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Db2
Db2 On Cloud - Lite
Free Trial
1 License
A completely free edition of DB2 on Cloud.
- Enjoy high performance and elastic scaling with Db2’s fully managed database and warehouse solutions in the cloud. Try for free.
IBM Informix
Informix Enterprise Edition / Informix Advanced Enterprise Edition
See IBM website or contact IBM
PVU, VPC,User licensing
Various flexible licensing options available, including user, processor/virtual core.
Try Informix for free:
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Free Trial
IBM Db2
Free Trial is available
IBM Informix
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
484
9.2
78
Ease of Use
8.0
493
9.1
78
Ease of Setup
7.7
259
8.9
56
Ease of Admin
7.7
241
9.3
56
Quality of Support
8.1
457
8.5
75
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
234
7.8
56
Product Direction (% positive)
6.8
452
5.9
77
Features by Category
Management
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Solution Provision
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Management
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
Not enough data
Integration
7.8
43
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
45
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
42
|
Verified
Not enough data
Deployment
8.4
50
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
41
|
Verified
Not enough data
Performance
8.6
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
Security
8.7
46
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
35
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
Management
8.6
59
9.0
10
8.4
61
9.0
10
8.2
51
8.9
9
8.5
54
9.3
10
Support
8.0
56
8.0
9
8.4
59
8.7
10
7.9
59
8.7
10
8.3
60
8.7
10
Security
8.5
59
8.5
10
8.8
59
9.0
10
8.4
57
8.3
10
8.4
55
8.7
10
Performance
8.6
59
8.7
9
8.6
57
8.5
9
8.5
55
8.3
10
8.4
56
9.1
9
8.4
56
9.3
9
Database Features
8.7
304
9.1
65
8.8
306
9.5
66
8.8
306
9.3
65
8.4
302
9.2
64
8.8
301
8.9
61
8.4
302
9.1
64
8.4
307
9.0
65
Automation
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
Functionality
7.4
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
Administration
8.3
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Data Warehouse Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Configuration
8.5
65
Not enough data
8.1
60
Not enough data
8.5
65
Not enough data
8.3
61
Not enough data
8.6
62
Not enough data
Database Administration
8.6
60
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
8.8
59
Not enough data
Availability
8.9
62
Not enough data
9.1
62
Not enough data
8.8
63
Not enough data
8.9
63
Not enough data
Security
8.4
41
Not enough data
8.8
42
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
Data Management
8.7
45
Not enough data
8.6
44
Not enough data
Database Features
8.7
304
9.1
65
8.8
306
9.5
66
8.8
306
9.3
65
8.4
302
9.2
64
8.8
301
8.9
61
8.4
302
9.1
64
8.4
307
9.0
65
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Db2 and IBM Informix are categorized as Relational Databases
Unique Categories
IBM Db2 is categorized as Data Warehouse, Object-Oriented Databases, XML Databases, Database as a Service (DBaaS), and Data Warehouse Automation
IBM Informix is categorized as Data Replication
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Db2
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
IBM Informix
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
21.6%
Banking
11.6%
Computer Software
10.1%
Financial Services
7.3%
Insurance
5.9%
Other
43.5%
Information Technology and Services
16.5%
Computer Software
13.2%
Government Administration
9.9%
Retail
5.5%
Telecommunications
4.4%
Other
50.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
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
Read more
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
Version 11.70 - Where should look if I am having problems with triggers via a stored procedure?
2 Comments
EV
Hi Rhonda,
First of all you should clearly and at least look at upgrading to version 14.10 xC2, because 11.70 maintenance will stop by March 30th...Read more
Standard 4GL is still a great product, Why don't add new features?
1 Comment
AK
IBM made a decision long ago to stop adding features to 4GL. You can get modern versions of 4GL from 4Js (Genero) and Querix (Lycia). Both are proper...Read more
How do I program 4GL and Create Mobile Apps.
1 Comment
EV
Hi Hwee,
Form the feedback I received from several people, the best tools to develop mobile apps are the tools initially designed for that: they need to...Read more
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