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Tiempo de Implementación

3 meses

Retorno de la Inversión

18 meses

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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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Mauricio A.
MA
Operations Project Manager
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"One of the best solutions for database management system. "
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

-His compatibility with enterprise software that needs DB integration, this environment allows us to integrate (locally or cloud) all our solutions on the main server with cluster functionality.

-As a Microsoft product, it’s easier to upgrade on Windows Server versions, even security patch is compatible with OS environment.

-SQL Server Management Studio it’s a great solution to DBA or IT departments, his GUI allow less known users to do tasks like backup, restore, change passwords or change security settings.

-If you want to run some test, there is a free version with some limitations like database size (10GB for SQL Server 2016, SQL Server 2014 & SQL Server 2012).

-As a massive product, it’s easy to implement security solutions compatible with any version of SQL and any version of Windows Server. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

-As other Microsoft products, SQL Server price it’s huge compared against other similar products. They have two options for licensing (Core or CAL).

-In my company the customer support it’s not the best of all the Microsoft products, sometimes they solve the problem only with a patch and do not help with a temporary solution.

-If you have more than 10 instances on the same server running at the same with a high rate of transactions per second it’s important to work with a Microsoft Partner. There is a high RAM consumption that needs to be customized and adapted. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Microsoft SQL is the best that is available for developers to get data easily from data base. This is easy to understand to get a querying the data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I would like and suggest to make it more understand for the users and make it more comfortable to developers Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tim S.
TS
Manager, Corporate Services and Information Systems
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Robust SQL Server "
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

MS SQL Server is a robust solution that works well. It integrates well with a variety of BU solutions. And requires minimal ongoing support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

It can be pricey when you factor in the CALs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

sukhvir s.
SS
Group Lead
Computer Software
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Using SQL server for scalable DB management"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Sql server is very good DBMS. It is very much user friendly. The SQL services like SSIS and SSRS etc enhance SQL server functionality. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The license of SQL server is a little bit costly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
AC
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Sql server good for integration with different technologies"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Sql server good for integration with different technologies. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

syntax error are different to get connected Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
UC
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"best in market managed Database from Microsoft"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

the Sql server is the best tool i have found yet and this secure tool with the brand name you trust Microsoft

i have used SQL server with ll the product and project that are developed or under development Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

the price is bit higher than other database in market. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Microsoft SQL server is one of the finest DBMS in the industry .I loved it's simplicity,interface,UI,ease of use,cost and efficiency. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Recent upgradation to SQL SERVER 2018 made it's engine too slow.it required atleast 5 mins to start the server and some time it crashed in the mid. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Afolabi F.
AF
Software QA Tester
Banking
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Easy to use"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It is very easy to use and allows easy switch between databases and servers. It allows the edit for the top 200 rows which can help when using tables with few records. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There is no rollback button. Users cannot rollback an action if a table is updated in error Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
IC
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Easy and Effective"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It's easy to work with. If you run into any issues, it is easy to find the answers to. Google or their excellent customer service. Easy to manage data. It is extremely easy to install. With information stored in the database, it keeps the mind at ease knowing the business has a backup system in place. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

There is not too much I dislike about Microsoft SQL. It is all saved into one single file. And Multiple Windows operating systems can corrupt your database. The price is a little expensive in my opinion, but it is a good deal/value overall and for what is currently out on the market now. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Bridget B.
BB
Senior Programmer
Outsourcing/Offshoring
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Microsoft SQL Server Review"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

MS Sql Server provides a complete package for all database tasks. Nice Sql editor with large in built library. Creating Sql job agent is very easy. Provides many options to configure and schedule a automated sql job. Command based control for automated tasks. Restoring and replicating database back up is also seamless. Provides query optimiser for selecting best possible query plan and write efficient query. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

handling update and insert on Large data is a little bit challenging. Sql server becomes unresponsive sometime and you have to kill the process. 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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