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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

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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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Varsha S.
VS
Senior Software Engineer
Information Technology and Services
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Very Good Database management system"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I am big fan of Profiler in sql server.. I never saw such a nice tool in other RDBMS. There are many other features like Query Optimizars, Configuration levels and Integration with third party tools. Centralised control through windows services like Sql server agent and local ssms etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I still feel need of improvement in help(F1) module. Sql server 2016 coming with more awesome features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Brian C.
BC
Software Developer / President
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Straightforward database for small applications or enterprise deployments."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

There are a wealth of quality bundled tools right out of the box or as separate free downloads. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Licensing is expensive and per core for larger databases. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Derek C.
DC
President
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great enterprise database"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

As a developer, I prefer the T-SQL language over other database languages I have used as I feel it is more robust than other languages. SQL Server scales well, and unlike other enterprise databases, you don't need a staff of DB admins to keep it up to date. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I actually can't think of anything I dislike in the current version. I had issues in previous versions, but that was awhile ago. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Oil & Energy
AO
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Microsoft SQL Server is great for enterprise systems"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The software and support of microsoft makes it easy to install, manage, and use the SQL Server database. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The price is obviously much higher than free alternatives. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
UH
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Work horse"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL is everywhere. It's everywhere for a reason. It works, it entire solution works around or database solution and we trust Microsoft to back it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

My SQL experience is all Microsoft so I don't have anything to compare it to. But I have found a solution for every issue I've come across so far. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
UC
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Robust tool but has a bit of a learning curve"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The SQL Management Studio has a wide range of capabilities and brings a familiar Microsoft interface. Queries are easy to write and run, and is quick. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The tool is not entirely intuitive and does require a bit of a learning curve, especially if the user is unfamiliar with SQL queries. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Research
UR
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Great for large data analytics "
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

SQL is easy to learn and there is a lot of online support. The software makes it easy to debug any errors in you code giving a brief description of the error and on which line the error is located Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

You need to use another software such as Excel to create a final report Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Andrew S.
AS
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Powerful DB software"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I enjoy how versatile it can be and all of the options you have at your disposal Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Fixing failed installs should one occur. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Scott Z.
SZ
President of the Friends of the Clinton Public Library
Government Administration
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"SQL"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL works great with all of our applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

We need to make sure all of the updates are installed Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Phil K.
PK
Data/Computer Technician
Education Management
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"My SQL review"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It's relatively easy to use. Good user interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The update that happened about a 8 months ago. I have to resubmitted a new query by removing the previous one. It won't simply overwrite the old one. But that is all. 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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