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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (66.0% of reviews)
Mid-Market (35.5% 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
Browse all 6 pricing plansSQL Server 2019
Star Rating
(82)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (35.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SQL Server 2019Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SQL Server 2019 excels in Data Integration with a score of 9.1, while IBM Db2 follows with 8.6. Reviewers mention that SQL Server's seamless integration with Microsoft tools enhances productivity and streamlines workflows.
- Reviewers say that SQL Server 2019 shines in Ease of Use with a score of 8.9 compared to IBM Db2's 8.0. Users appreciate the intuitive interface and user-friendly features that make it easier for teams to adopt and utilize the software effectively.
- G2 users highlight SQL Server 2019's superior Data Compression capabilities, scoring 8.8, which allows for efficient storage management. In contrast, IBM Db2's score of 8.1 indicates room for improvement in this area, as users seek more effective data storage solutions.
- Users on G2 mention that SQL Server 2019's Built-In Data Analytics feature, scoring 8.4, provides robust analytical tools that are easy to use. IBM Db2, with a score of 8.2, offers analytics but lacks some of the advanced functionalities that SQL Server provides.
- Reviewers mention that SQL Server 2019's Quality of Support is rated at 8.8, indicating a strong customer service experience. In contrast, IBM Db2's support rating of 8.0 suggests that users have encountered challenges in receiving timely assistance.
- Users report that SQL Server 2019's Product Direction is highly rated at 9.3, reflecting a positive outlook for future updates and features. Conversely, IBM Db2's score of 6.7 indicates concerns among users regarding the product's roadmap and innovation trajectory.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Db2
Db2 On Cloud - Lite
Free Trial
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A completely free edition of DB2 on Cloud.
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SQL Server 2019
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IBM Db2
Free Trial is available
SQL Server 2019
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
484
9.0
53
Ease of Use
8.0
493
8.9
53
Ease of Setup
7.7
259
8.3
21
Ease of Admin
7.7
241
8.3
18
Quality of Support
8.1
457
8.8
47
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
234
8.3
17
Product Direction (% positive)
6.8
452
9.3
48
Features by Category
Data Management
8.6
52
|
Verified
9.1
33
|
Verified
8.1
48
|
Verified
8.8
30
|
Verified
8.6
49
|
Verified
8.9
31
|
Verified
8.2
48
|
Verified
8.4
27
|
Verified
7.5
34
|
Verified
7.8
19
|
Verified
7.6
34
|
Verified
8.4
19
|
Verified
Integration
7.8
43
|
Verified
7.9
20
|
Verified
8.1
45
|
Verified
8.2
25
|
Verified
8.1
42
|
Verified
8.2
21
|
Verified
Deployment
8.4
50
|
Verified
8.8
26
|
Verified
7.8
41
|
Verified
8.2
29
|
Verified
Performance
8.6
51
|
Verified
8.8
31
|
Verified
Security
8.7
46
|
Verified
8.5
31
|
Verified
9.0
35
|
Verified
9.0
27
|
Verified
Generative AI
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
Management
8.6
59
Not enough data
8.4
61
Not enough data
8.2
51
Not enough data
8.5
54
Not enough data
Support
8.0
56
Not enough data
8.4
59
Not enough data
7.9
59
Not enough data
8.3
60
Not enough data
Security
8.5
59
Not enough data
8.8
59
Not enough data
8.4
57
Not enough data
8.4
55
Not enough data
Performance
8.6
59
Not enough data
8.6
57
Not enough data
8.5
55
Not enough data
8.4
56
Not enough data
8.4
56
Not enough data
Database Features
8.7
304
Not enough data
8.8
306
Not enough data
8.8
306
Not enough data
8.4
302
Not enough data
8.8
301
Not enough data
8.4
302
Not enough data
8.4
307
Not enough data
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
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
Not enough data
8.8
306
Not enough data
8.8
306
Not enough data
8.4
302
Not enough data
8.8
301
Not enough data
8.4
302
Not enough data
8.4
307
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Db2 and SQL Server 2019 are categorized as Data Warehouse
Unique Categories
IBM Db2 is categorized as Relational Databases, Object-Oriented Databases, XML Databases, Database as a Service (DBaaS), and Data Warehouse Automation
SQL Server 2019 has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Db2
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SQL Server 2019
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%
Computer Software
28.6%
Information Technology and Services
18.2%
Banking
6.5%
Financial Services
5.2%
Insurance
3.9%
Other
37.7%
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 SQL Server 2019 used for?
1 Comment
AA
SQL Server 2019 is a popular relational database management system (RDBMS) developed by Microsoft. It is primarily used for managing and storing data in a...Read more
SQL Server 2019 has no more discussions with answers
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