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Users consistently praise Azure SQL Database for its scalability and ease of use, allowing teams to focus on application development without worrying about infrastructure management. The platform's robust security features and seamless integration with other Azure services enhance its appeal. However, some users note that the pricing structure can be complex and potentially high, especially for larger deployments.

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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.

SP
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL database review"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

I like most of the things about azure sql db as it is quite different but similar to other sql db.

most positive points are

performance, security, easy to use and implement, support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Sometimes it get costly compare to traditional db, vendor lockin can be a cons to migrate data back to old database, full -text search not available. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sahil k.
SK
Sr. DevOps Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Seamless Azure Database Experience with Exceptional DevOps Support"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Microsoft Azure database provides excellent scalability and flexibility for DevOps engineers. With the ability to scale resources based on application needs, easily handle increased workloads, and adjust resources as required, Azure ensures optimal performance and cost efficiency. Leverage features like horizontal partitioning, auto scaling, and elastic pools to accommodate growing data volumes and dynamically adjust resources.

Azure's serverless database option further enables cost-effective scalability for applications with unpredictable workloads. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Complexity: Sometimes, Azure's wide range of database services and configuration options can be overwhelming, especially for newcomers. It takes time and expertise to navigate and manage databases effectively within the Azure ecosystem.

Cost: The pricing of Azure databases can be a concern, as it varies depending on the service and resource requirements. It's important to carefully monitor resource usage and plan wisely to optimize costs.

Support Response Time: Occasionally, the response time for support and issue resolution may be slower than expected. This delay can be frustrating when you need prompt assistance to keep operations running smoothly.

Service Limitations: While Azure databases cover many use cases, there may be specific requirements or niche functionalities that are not fully supported or available. It's essential to review the documentation to understand any limitations that may affect your database needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shubham J.
SJ
Senior Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Easiest cloud databases platform"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Everything is shifting towards cloud platform and one of the easiest and reliable cloud database is '"Azure cloud database". It is easy to handle for me, I can integrate with external systems, and helps to execute queries. It saving lots of time as it is cloud plaform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

99.99% it helps me a lot but where other database wouldn't. Thinking using it for longer time and currently I dont have any issue with this. If I will face any issue I will give my reiew here. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Roushan K.
RK
Assistant Manager - Robotics Process Automation
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Most reliable SQL database"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Very effective and powerful for database integration. As a result, it gives us many analysis options.Also, it's practical and easy to use every day with the correct assistance. We use it daily as primary database aslo the customer support is great. It is very easy to deploy and extend. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

When compared to other cloud database services, Azure SQL Database may be more costly. I don't find any other thing to dislike apart from cost. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ivan Z.
IZ
Chief Technology Officer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great cloud native SQL database"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

It`s a great well-known SQL database but cloud-native. This means that you don`t need to manually install, setup and manage database. You will have fantastic scalability out of the box. If you need to increase throughput of your database for a short time (black Friday, for example) - no problem, just switch it at the Azure console and wait several minutes. Then you can decrease throughput back to save money. Also it has an excellent SQL performance analyzer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

The throughput of this database is expensive. For the fast one you will pay significant money. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

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