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Time to Implement

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Return on Investment

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NK
cybersecurity engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL database"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

It is one of the most practcal and usfull database service i have ever used so far with no gimicy features to load up the system.

Its implmentation in my envronment is very easy and user frendly features made it easy to use for my team to work on.

Its server being on cloud increased the frequency and productivty of my team to use it anywhere whithout the need to be conected to my official network.

Its customer support it good enough to support me with the issues i faced which is satisactory enough Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

I faced some issues during its integration with my security and other in house products which might be because of my firewall but yes i faced a number of issues during its integration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shreyansi H.
SH
Associate Software Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Azuriefied Solution"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database's notable advantages is its scalability, allowing users to easily scale resources up or down based on demand without downtime. Also, its built-in high availability and automated backups ensure data reliability and minimize the risk of data loss. The integration with other Azure services and the flexibility to use various development tools make it convenient for developers and businesses to work within the Azure ecosystem. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

When it comes to Customer Support than some users find Azure SQL Database pricing to be complex and potentially challenging to estimate accurately, especially with varying service tiers and additional costs for certain features. But, Azure provides robust security measures, users may still need to actively manage and configure security settings to ensure comprehensive protection for their data and applications, which could be seen as a downside for some due to lack in ease of Implementation and its frequency of usage is low. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Aakash D.
AD
Laravel React Developer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Optimal SQL database management is achieved with Azure SQL."
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Three key features for robust systems: failover groups, high availability, and ease of use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Improve the reliability of security and network infrastructure.

Strengthen the overall security posture and network performance.

Take security and networking to the next level of effectiveness. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Timothy S.
TS
Information Success Coordinator
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Cloud data made easy (and relatively inexpensive)"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

The thing I like best about using Azure SQL Database is that our company has a best-in-class database without any of the upkeep. Not having to tune or update the database (because Microsoft handles all that) saves me a lot of time and effort. Working as the lone IT employee at my company, I appreciate how much of a force-multiplier automation and the cloud can be.

Also, it is just a small part of what Azure has to offer and plays nice with Microsoft and non-Microsoft tech alike. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

The only downside in my mind (which would apply to any cloud product) is that there is the possibility that the service can go down. In the years that we have been using Azure, I think it has happened once, for about 2 hours. The time I have saved and the ease of use and development that the company I work for has gained was well worth those couple hours lost. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services
UI
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL Database : A great tech-stack"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Being able to access SQL Database on cloud platform like Azure is a big plus for data engineers. It saves us from a lot of hustle. The important aspects of data like scalability and data security are very well handled. Its easy to configure with very less to think of at our part as most of the config set up is taken care by Azure in the backend. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Nothing as such! Being able to use and integrate all the functionalities of Azure in SQL is definately a blessing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jaime M.
JM
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Excellent option from top company"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

That it is a system developed by Microsoft, a company with power and credibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

It started as an extremely expensive option from what I remember. Renting servers with Windows and SQL Server installad to manage the whole computer, is still too expensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rajath S.
RS
Associate Software Developer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"very satisfactory experience with Azure SQL"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

I liked it its scalability, seamless easy integrations, very good performance and secured Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Allthough has flexible pricing but still the cost is bit too much the cost can escalate as you scale up resources and very expensive for large scale deployments

Complex-if you are new to this,then its gonna be very complex to understand and require advanced configurations and optimizations Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Chris G.
CG
SME - Data Business Analyst
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL Database Review by a Daily user"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Very powerful and useful database Integration. Gives solutions to variuos analysis options due to that. Also it's helpful and daily use with right support too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

At first we had a bit of tough time while moving to Azure cloud from On-Prem and personally I felt those customization could have been bit better Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Hosam K.
HK
BI Developer
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Reliable Cloud-Based SQL Database."
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database is a fully managed service, highly available, scalable, and has automatic backup and restore features that make it easy to restore data in disasters. The service is well-documented and supported by sufficient tutorials and support forums. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database can be more expensive than other cloud database services. Also, the service doesn’t allow for more control over the underlying infrastructure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PIYUSH K.
PK
Trainer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Seamless Performance and Scalability: Exploring the Power of Azure SQL Database"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database offers an exceptional blend of performance, scalability, and ease of management. Its seamless integration with the Azure ecosystem allows effortless resource scaling, ensuring optimal performance even during peak loads. The intelligent query optimization and built-in AI-driven features enhance efficiency, while automated backups and high availability features provide robust data protection. The platform's managed services alleviate the complexities of database administration, letting users focus on innovation rather than maintenance. Whether for small-scale projects or enterprise-level applications, Azure SQL Database's versatility and cloud-native advantages make it a top choice, enabling hassle-free database management and growth. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

While Azure SQL Database offers numerous benefits, there are a few areas that some users might find challenging. One potential drawback is the cost, as the pricing structure can become complex, especially when considering additional features and resources. Additionally, advanced customization options might be limited compared to an on-premises database solution, potentially causing restrictions for businesses with highly specific needs. Users who are accustomed to certain traditional database management tools may need some time to adapt to Azure's unique interface. Despite these limitations, Microsoft continually improves Azure SQL Database, and the trade-offs are often outweighed by the convenience, scalability, and managed services it provides. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pricing Insights

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

15 months

Average Discount

9%

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