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At a Glance
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Star Rating
(2,252)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.6% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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MongoDB
MongoDB
Star Rating
(17)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MongoDB
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Microsoft SQL Server excels in its Query Language with a score of 9.2, making it a preferred choice for complex queries, while MongoDB's query capabilities, rated at 8.7, are seen as less robust for traditional SQL operations.
  • Reviewers mention that Microsoft SQL Server's Data Migration process is highly rated at 9.0, indicating a smoother transition for users moving from other systems, whereas MongoDB's score of 8.2 suggests some challenges in this area.
  • G2 users highlight that MongoDB shines in Ease of Setup with a score of 9.3, making it more accessible for small businesses, while Microsoft SQL Server's score of 8.1 indicates a steeper learning curve for new users.
  • Users on G2 report that Microsoft SQL Server provides strong Backup and Recovery options, scoring 9.0, which is crucial for enterprise environments, while MongoDB's score of 8.6 suggests it may not be as reliable in critical recovery scenarios.
  • Reviewers mention that MongoDB's Data Replication features are rated at 9.0, which is particularly beneficial for distributed systems, while Microsoft SQL Server's score of 8.8 indicates it may not be as flexible in this regard.
  • Users say that Microsoft SQL Server's Quality of Support is rated at 8.3, which some find lacking compared to MongoDB's higher score of 8.9, suggesting that MongoDB may offer better customer service and support resources.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft SQL Server
No pricing available
MongoDB
No pricing available
Free Trial
Microsoft SQL Server
No trial information available
MongoDB
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,847
8.9
16
Ease of Use
8.6
1,863
9.1
16
Ease of Setup
8.1
984
9.2
8
Ease of Admin
8.3
945
9.2
6
Quality of Support
8.3
1,641
8.9
15
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
895
9.2
6
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
1,818
9.3
16
Features by Category
Database Management Systems (DBMS)Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
9.0
163
8.7
14
Management
8.9
150
8.9
14
8.9
150
8.8
14
9.2
155
8.7
14
8.9
150
8.6
14
8.9
152
8.7
13
Maintenance
8.9
150
8.2
13
9.0
155
8.6
13
9.0
151
8.8
12
Security
8.9
149
8.6
13
9.1
151
8.8
13
8.9
1,434
Not enough data
Management
9.1
147
Not enough data
9.2
148
Not enough data
8.8
134
Not enough data
8.9
140
Not enough data
Support
8.6
143
Not enough data
9.1
147
Not enough data
8.7
142
Not enough data
8.5
146
Not enough data
Security
8.9
146
Not enough data
9.1
146
Not enough data
8.9
143
Not enough data
9.0
146
Not enough data
Performance
8.8
142
Not enough data
8.9
139
Not enough data
8.8
145
Not enough data
8.7
143
Not enough data
8.9
144
Not enough data
Database Features
8.9
1282
Not enough data
9.0
1287
Not enough data
8.9
1294
Not enough data
8.7
1261
Not enough data
8.8
1263
Not enough data
8.8
1269
Not enough data
9.1
1289
Not enough data
Big Data Processing and DistributionHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.4
57
Not enough data
Database
8.6
55
Not enough data
8.8
56
Not enough data
8.4
53
Not enough data
Integrations
7.8
44
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
Platform
8.3
49
Not enough data
8.6
52
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
Processing
8.6
51
Not enough data
8.5
54
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
MongoDB
MongoDB
Microsoft SQL Server and MongoDB are categorized as Database Management Systems (DBMS)
Unique Categories
MongoDB
MongoDB has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
18.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
36.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
45.6%
MongoDB
MongoDB
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
58.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
23.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.6%
Reviewers' Industry
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Information Technology and Services
24.2%
Computer Software
13.7%
Hospital & Health Care
5.4%
Financial Services
4.3%
Higher Education
2.9%
Other
49.6%
MongoDB
MongoDB
Information Technology and Services
35.3%
Computer Software
35.3%
Telecommunications
5.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
5.9%
Financial Services
5.9%
Other
11.8%
Alternatives
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server Alternatives
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SAP HANA Cloud
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Cloud SQL
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Snowflake
Snowflake
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MongoDB
MongoDB Alternatives
Google Cloud SQL
Cloud SQL
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Snowflake
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SAS Viya
SAS Viya
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SAP HANA Cloud
SAP HANA Cloud
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Discussions
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server Discussions
What is the best way to save your queries?
4 Comments
CA
I recommend that you use the saved querys in plain text or .sql or txt format you can use the same sql server query creator or a notepad +++ tool, they are...Read more
How could I make much easier the experience with the order of my database?
4 Comments
Afolabi F.
AF
You can create different tables with your employee information eg employee table, employee roles etc. Then you can create a single view that will pull data...Read more
How can I work on the same query if the connection is lost (timeout) and then I reconnect?
4 Comments
JE
When this happens to me in SQL Server Management Studio, I just have to type USE {your database name here} and then select only that statement and execute...Read more
MongoDB
MongoDB Discussions
What is Compose Hosted MongoDB used for?
1 Comment
Mohit G.
MG
It is used for distributed database managementRead more
Monty the Mongoose crying
MongoDB has no more discussions with answers