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Time to Implement

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Return on Investment

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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.

Verified User in Banking
UB
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL Database Review"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

The best thing about Azure SQl Database is it offers serverless capabilities and also provides multi zone availability.

It also offers scalability features so that the database can scale based on the demand.

Are SQL DB can easily be integrated with other Azure services. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

The cost model associated with azure SQL db is more complex to understand other that this it is best cloud database. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Automotive
UA
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"One of the best database services available in the market!"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Use and pay as per your services demand is one of the best aspects of using this database. Don't need to make any upfront commitment, and we can deprecate or reduce the instances of work demands less. Easy to scale up, and scale down- flexibility is the key to its success. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Hope we could be shown reminders for rate limit for our usage at periodic intervals of that has not been put and then also periodic reminders to revise them otherwise if one forgets that, the costs could be very astronomical. Why depend on the firm, put in these reminders and allow small businesses to also explore your platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gaurav G.
GG
Project Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Very good database which can handle redundancy easily"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Its very good database, it can be auto scalable and it can handle redudency very easily. its support high failover rate which is very great. I would really recommand this Azure SQL Cloud database for any user who want to have scalibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

I like most of the things with Azure SQL Database, only things i do not like is pricing, its bit more expensive that other competiator prvoider like AWS. I would recommand Azure team to look into the pricing model. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rishabh S.
RS
Cloud Computing
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Store data? Try Azure SQL"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL is very easy to use and user friendly. The integration is very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Data retrieval tume is a bit delayed i guess. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

14 months

Average Discount

9%

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