Microsoft SQL Server Reviews & Product Details

SQL Server 2017 brings the power of SQL Server to Windows, Linux and Docker containers for the first time ever, enabling developers to build intelligent applications using their preferred language and environment. Experience industry-leading performance, rest assured with innovative security features, transform your business with AI built-in, and deliver insights wherever your users are with mobile BI.

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German, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified)

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Value at a Glance

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

17 months

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Verified User in Hospitality

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/2/2018

"Microsoft SQL "

4/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

How universal it feels to use this program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The convertion to other programs and its timeframe. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/14/2017

Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.

"Reliable and functional"

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I like that SQL is widely accepted as a database standard and a billion things integrate with it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I dislike some of the classic microsoft software decisions, but that's pervasive to everything MSFT does, not just SQL. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

12/28/2017

"Great for DBAs, large team, and modern apps. "

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Great documentations and plenty of functionality. Simple to use T-SQL language Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

SQL server needs better utility functions built in. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

1/13/2018

Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.

"SQL works well"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Intuitive GUI that allows organization and task management Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

sometimes database reverts to single user which is problematic Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Government Administration

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/8/2017

"SQL Server Reporting"

4/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to use, reduces my workload significantly, allowing for efficient cross-references and comparisons of datasets. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I have been using SQL for 3 month and do not have any dislikes at this point. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Investment Management

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/14/2018

"Great product"

3.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Data mining capability and making reports using it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I would like more advanced features added Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/2/2018

"This phrase is already in English and does not require translation. It means that something is straightforward yet beneficial or practical."

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Simplicity. Ensure support is available. Check compatibility with other software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The time it takes to execute the code. It is necessary to create several joins. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Microsoft SQL Server:

It's difficult to survive without knowing this. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

The text provided is not in an unknown language, but rather a phrase in English. It refers to the process of retrieving data from various sources and examining it to draw conclusions or insights. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Matthew C.

Manager of Database Operations

Information Services

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/18/2017

"Microsoft SQL"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It is a widely used relational database system fast is fast and comprehensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

It does everything that I need to compete my tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Internet

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

12/26/2017

"SSMS - It Works"

4/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The BI tools that come with it prove to be beneficial. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

It doesn’t update as many times as other similar programs. Maybe every 18-24 months. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

10/26/2017

"MS SQL gets the job done. "

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I've never had issues with SQL server or studio manager. This relational database software just works. For windows applications, nothing is better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

It's a bit resource intensive, especially when being used for small projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.