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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

17 months

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2,266 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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Verified User in Higher Education
UH
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"it runs very well."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

easy to use. processes run smooth and good resources online. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

records locked

hard to monitor

messages are not very specific Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
AC
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"SQL"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

sql queries are very useful for while programming with c#.net Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I dont need to write queries anymore after ms has given linq Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services
II
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"great product and scalable"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Ease of use and easy to set great for entry into DB market Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Cost and the advance configuration can be a challenge Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services
UI
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Nice DB for Cloud"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Cloud compatabilty and good for azure....................................................... Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Bulk load restriction.......................................................................... Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

It is a great system that is intregrated between computer software and internet information Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Sometimes not enough storage for project use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Consumer Goods
UC
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"great DB"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

MS SQL is a great DB to put up quick appliucations Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

needs a good DB admin to maintain it and pathc it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Consumer Goods
CC
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"User friendly"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

IT is easy to use and training newbies doesnt take too long Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

nothing to dislike. I always liked SQL server as backend database Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Legal Services
AL
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"SQL Database Provides Solid Platform"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to design new tables; create queries, scripts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

A lot of customization options make configuration difficult. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nick K.
NK
Principal Business Insight Analyst
Information Technology and Services
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Microsoft SSMS is great at managing your data."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I really like that I can get to all of my data in one spot. The ability to have admin level control in a point and click environment is very useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Sometimes I catch myself wanting to write queries in SSMS, but it is not as clean as other query tools. It would be nicer with some right click query table options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Ease of use, easy to pull in and create tables Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The large knowledgebase required to use effectively Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

17 months

Average Discount

14%

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