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Compare IBM Db2 and Oracle Database 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (66.1% of reviews)
Enterprise (60.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 License
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IBM Db2
Star Rating
(680)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (66.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 License
Browse all 6 pricing plansOracle Database
Star Rating
(998)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (60.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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- G2 reviewers report that Oracle Database excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a higher G2 Score compared to IBM Db2. Users appreciate its speed and efficiency, with one reviewer noting, "It seems to be really quick and integrated previous employee information really quick as well."
- Users say that Oracle Database offers a more intuitive experience, particularly in query handling. Reviewers highlight its capability for "best storage to save the data in a tablet format and easy to use queries," making it a preferred choice for those who prioritize usability.
- According to verified reviews, IBM Db2 is recognized for its reliability and scalability, especially in critical workloads. Users mention its strong data integrity and efficient SQL optimization, making it a solid option for industries like finance and healthcare.
- Reviewers mention that while Oracle Database has a slight edge in user experience, IBM Db2 shines in integration capabilities, particularly with legacy systems. One user noted its "AS400 and Windows Server 2012 Integration," which is crucial for enterprises relying on older technology.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Oracle Database's implementation process is generally smoother, with many users praising its quick setup. In contrast, some IBM Db2 users have reported challenges during configuration, which can impact the initial user experience.
- Users report that both databases offer strong support, but Oracle Database has a slight advantage in quality of support ratings. Reviewers appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Oracle's support team, while IBM Db2 users have noted that support is reliable but can sometimes be slower to respond.
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.
Oracle Database
No pricing availableFree Trial
IBM Db2
Free Trial is available
Oracle Database
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
487
9.0
719
Ease of Use
8.0
496
8.3
725
Ease of Setup
7.7
262
7.6
381
Ease of Admin
7.7
242
7.8
331
Quality of Support
8.1
460
8.3
689
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
234
8.1
333
Product Direction (% positive)
6.8
455
8.2
688
Features by Category
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
60
9.0
145
8.4
62
8.9
147
8.2
52
8.8
130
8.5
55
8.8
140
Support
8.0
57
8.4
142
8.4
60
8.9
145
7.9
60
8.7
143
8.4
61
8.8
141
Security
8.5
60
8.8
143
8.8
60
8.8
148
8.4
58
8.7
138
8.4
56
8.8
144
Performance
8.6
62
8.6
144
8.6
58
8.8
139
8.5
56
8.5
140
8.4
57
8.8
142
8.4
57
8.8
146
Database Features
8.7
306
9.0
499
8.8
309
9.0
502
8.8
309
8.9
508
8.4
304
8.7
499
8.8
302
9.0
498
8.4
303
8.7
489
8.4
308
8.9
497
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
Configuration
8.5
65
8.8
92
8.1
60
8.3
87
8.5
65
8.6
89
8.3
61
8.4
84
8.6
62
8.9
88
Database Administration
8.6
60
8.4
86
8.8
60
8.8
83
8.8
59
8.9
85
Availability
8.9
62
8.9
87
9.1
62
9.0
89
8.8
63
8.8
83
8.9
63
8.7
84
Security
8.4
41
8.8
86
8.8
42
8.6
83
8.8
40
8.7
80
Data Management
8.7
45
8.9
81
8.6
44
8.7
80
Database Features
8.7
306
9.0
499
8.8
309
9.0
502
8.8
309
8.9
508
8.4
304
8.7
499
8.8
302
9.0
498
8.4
303
8.7
489
8.4
308
8.9
497
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Db2 and Oracle Database are categorized as Relational Databases and Database as a Service (DBaaS)
Unique Categories
IBM Db2 is categorized as Data Warehouse, Object-Oriented Databases, XML Databases, and Data Warehouse Automation
Oracle Database has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Db2
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Oracle Database
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
21.5%
Banking
11.7%
Computer Software
10.1%
Financial Services
7.2%
Insurance
5.9%
Other
43.6%
Information Technology and Services
20.4%
Computer Software
11.4%
Financial Services
5.6%
Banking
5.0%
Hospital & Health Care
4.4%
Other
53.3%
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
What is Oracle Database used for?
2 Comments
AA
Oracle Database is a relational database management system (RDBMS) that is widely used in the industry for managing and storing large volumes of data. It...Read more
What actually made the developers reduce the cost for 12c version?
1 Comment
WG
it's a question for a product managerRead more
How do I configure/unlock a single user on Oracle 12?
1 Comment
WG
ALTER USER <user> ACCOUNT LOCK/UNLOCKRead more
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