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Return on Investment

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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.

SP
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"So solid!"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL is based on the SQL Server framework, so all my SQL works well in the Azure SQL environment (even though I develop on a local SQL Server). Frankly SQL Server Management Studio (and the ecosystem around it) is what makes Azure SQL so special for me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

As of spring of 2023, you can't bulk-buy (via reservations) Azure SQL capacity on Azure. If we had this option, it'd close the gap via cheaper options. I still chose Azure SQL over Postgres though. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Haziq S.
HS
SENIOR EXECUTIVE DATA MANAGEMENT & DATA SCIENCE
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Insights into Azure SQL Database: Benefits and Considerations"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

what I like about Azure is its scalability, flexible pricing, somewhat good security, a lot of options to go with, and advance analytical capabilities. Not that easy to Use for the starters Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

It is dificult for the begginers and have faced issues with the latency. and I belive it is somewhat costly but that is what my company has to bear. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Chaitanya v.
CV
Clinical Analyst
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Azure SQL Databases are a cloud-based solution"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Performance and Scalability: Azure SQL Databases are designed to handle high-performance workloads. They provide excellent scalability options, allowing you to easily scale up or down based on your requirements. With features like automatic tuning and intelligent performance monitoring, Azure SQL Databases optimize query performance and provide a smooth user experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Cost: Depending on your workload and usage patterns, the cost of Azure SQL Databases can be a significant factor. While Azure provides pricing options and tools for cost optimization, the expenses associated with database storage, compute resources, and additional features can add up, especially for large-scale deployments or high-demand applications. It's important to carefully plan and monitor your usage to control costs effectively Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
UC
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL DATABASE"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Since it hosted over Azure cloud, it possess all the qualities of cloud like high availability, automatic backups, scalability etc.

There is no headache of managing the hardware or infrastructure as it's a PAAS service. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Pricing can be reduced as compared to AWS and GCP.

There can be a abrupt downtime which causes potential data loss. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kanishk B.
KB
Software Engineer Specialist
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL review"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

1.Helps in building the app faster and optimized.

2.infrastructue cost is very low

3.Not to worry about mainting the server as it is hosted by Microsoft.

4.Works more like SQL, so easy to learn and understand. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

1.Windows authentication is not supported so there can be a security issues.

2.It doesn't support more no. of table creation and addition of new columns.

3.Database size and storage could be increased. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

14 months

Average Discount

10%

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