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Compare MySQL and Progress OpenEdge 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.7% of reviews)
Enterprise (48.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$5,000
No pricing available
MySQL
Star Rating
(1,668)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$5,000
Browse all 3 pricing plansProgress OpenEdge
Star Rating
(49)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (48.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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- G2 reviewers report that MySQL excels in performance and reliability, with users highlighting its speed and the extensive documentation available for developers. This makes it a versatile choice for various projects, from small applications to larger production systems.
- Users say that Progress OpenEdge offers a user-friendly experience, particularly for everyday programming tasks. Reviewers appreciate its integration capabilities and the ease of use once familiar with its language and tools, making it a solid option for those focused on straightforward database management.
- According to verified reviews, MySQL stands out for its community support and ease of setup. Users have noted how simple it is to integrate MySQL into different stacks, whether through Docker containers or managed services, which enhances its appeal for DevOps engineers.
- Reviewers mention that while Progress OpenEdge is praised for its performance and good database management, it has fewer recent reviews compared to MySQL, which may indicate a smaller user base or less frequent updates. This could affect the availability of community-driven support and resources.
- G2 reviewers highlight that MySQL's scalability is a significant advantage, allowing it to grow with user needs. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for businesses that anticipate expanding their database requirements over time.
- Users report that while Progress OpenEdge has a solid 4GL database that is easy to understand, it may not match the extensive feature set and flexibility that MySQL provides, especially for users looking for a more comprehensive solution across various environments.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Progress OpenEdge
No pricing availableFree Trial
MySQL
No trial information availableProgress OpenEdge
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
1,398
8.0
26
Ease of Use
8.7
1,401
8.5
26
Ease of Setup
8.6
664
7.9
17
Ease of Admin
8.4
634
7.8
15
Quality of Support
8.0
1,179
7.1
25
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
519
8.7
15
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
1,365
7.5
19
Features by Category
Functionality
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
6.7
6
Agentic AI - Database Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
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Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
7.0
5
Management
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Agentic AI - Continuous Delivery
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
Management
9.0
144
8.5
9
9.1
144
9.1
9
8.9
130
8.9
6
8.8
126
9.0
8
Support
8.4
135
9.2
6
8.7
141
8.3
9
8.9
135
7.6
7
9.1
133
8.9
6
Security
8.8
134
9.0
8
8.9
134
7.5
8
8.6
128
8.6
7
8.6
133
8.8
7
Performance
8.4
125
8.6
7
8.6
128
9.0
5
8.5
128
8.6
6
8.6
129
8.6
6
8.6
128
Not enough data
Database Features
8.8
1148
9.2
10
8.9
1154
9.2
10
8.7
1156
9.0
10
8.1
1124
8.5
10
8.4
1115
8.7
10
8.7
1128
9.4
8
8.9
1149
9.7
10
Functionality
Not enough data
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Management
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Continuous Integration
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Functionality
Not enough data
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Data Management
Not enough data
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User Features
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Modernization
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
AI Performance Improvement - Application Server
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Application Server
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Enterprise Architecture Tools
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
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Application Design
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Control
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.7
5
Publishing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Low-Code Development Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
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Communication
Not enough data
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Procedural
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
MySQL and Progress OpenEdge are categorized as Relational Databases
Unique Categories
MySQL has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
MySQL
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Progress OpenEdge
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
25.0%
Computer Software
20.5%
Internet
4.5%
Higher Education
4.2%
Education Management
3.3%
Other
42.4%
Computer Software
18.9%
Information Technology and Services
13.5%
Insurance
10.8%
Retail
8.1%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
2.7%
Other
45.9%
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3 Comments
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3 Comments
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