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Value at a Glance

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

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2,262 reviews

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Users consistently praise Microsoft SQL Server for its reliability and ease of use, making it a preferred choice for managing large datasets and integrating with other Microsoft tools. The intuitive interface and robust performance help streamline data management tasks, although some users note that licensing costs can be high, particularly for smaller organizations.

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Noel H.
NH
Information Technology Specialist
Information Technology and Services
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Microsoft shop using Microsoft SQL for variety of reporting needs. "
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Reference to SQL queries is available almost anywhere. Most of our major needs are met with SQL. Microsoft System Center stores all site-wide data on SQL, our implementation of MDOP MBAM bitlocker management stores all of the data in the same server instance. We have custom applications similar to Ecampus learning environment which allow us to store data in the same server instance under predetermined tables. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

No significant features that I dislike at this time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Chirag P.
CP
Application Developer
Environmental Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Best relational db"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Querying, trigger, stored procedures, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Migration of data from local to other server. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Desire L.
DL
Software QA Tester
Computer Software
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Microsoft SQL Server is very stable."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It has the best feature in creating database. It can manage, backup, restore and move databases. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There are no problem in Microsoft SQL Server that makes me dislike the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
AH
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"SQL is Tried and True"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Its been around a long time, so its easy to operate and administer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There isn't really anything to dislike about this product, it has been around a long time and if you are familiar with MS products, the interface is easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Stefania S.
SS
IT Specialist
Automotive
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Good program for data manipulation"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I extremely like the simplicity with which you can roll out table improvements, take a gander at the information put away inside table, and utilize SQL to do everything. Likewise, SQL profiler has been so useful in explaining many issues. I am working a lot with SQL and I can't stop utilizing it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

A few choices have a substantial expectation to absorb information, and sporadically it will bolt up for no clear reason. Else, I have no issues with SQL Server. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services
CI
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Feasible, reliable and worth of cost SQL solution"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

- Most of required function is included in express and standard license.

* Express has a database size limitation.

- More flexible SQL and data analytical language than other solutions except Oracle and getting closer to Oracle.

- Easier to upgrade and transfer SQL server.

- Easy cluster or Azure connection. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

- Less cache nor less buffer function like Oracle.

- Needs more flexible and easier BI function.

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Zeeshan B.
ZB
Sr Business systems analyst
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Seamless experience "
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The best thing is it can be connected to various third party APIs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Its functionality tends to be heavily depended on addons Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

IB
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Always reliable"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I like the reliability, the robustness and the quality of the support. Also the solution allows for easy data replication and integration with other sources. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Could be a bit faster sometimes. Also not very keen of the new licensing model (per physical CPU core). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Services
UI
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Most Tools"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

So many 3rd party tools available and easiest to integrate to VS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Reporting tools not so easy to use when implementing SSRS reports. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Pharmaceuticals
CP
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"SQL Server"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to use and maintainable relational database. It is used in most of the multi national companies. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There is nothing much which I dislike about this product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pricing Insights

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

Average Discount

14%

Perceived Cost

$$$$$

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