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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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

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Verified User in Computer Software

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

12/28/2017

"SQL Server is great"

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to use, management studio makes everything accessible from one location Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Sometimes can have small issues when running queries Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/30/2017

"Stable and Reliable"

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

MS SQL has improved over the years - still a great product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

High cost is a factor - but for large business solutions and enterprise solutions this is a must. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Hospital & Health Care

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/4/2018

"SQL Handles a lot of data well"

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to query and very fast. It works well for large data sets Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

unexpected things can slow down queries sometimes Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Financial Services

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

12/19/2017

"Trusted database software for a reason"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It’s way of storing and managing data especially for small to medium businesses Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The maitainance required to keep ms sql dubs running Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/3/2018

"MS SQL works very good"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Helps to maintain data and produce reports Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Sometimes the logic is difficult to get results Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Logistics and Supply Chain

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/10/2018

"BizTalk Store Procedures"

3.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Ease of use. Fast. great inline support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I was pretty happy with it and disliked nothing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Accounting

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

11/14/2017

"Easy to use, standard Microsoft Execution"

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I like the fact that the management of the product is similar across all the MS products. It is easy to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) implemented into SCCM is not up to par. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Human Resources

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

9/28/2017

"Business Level Data Management"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Business level, data management solution that is easy to configure for basic applications and has a mature support base to utilize for more complex needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Can easily run into scalability issues as your application grows if you don't know what you're doing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.