I am using Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) as a cloud database, allowing me to choose PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc., based on my needs. Since I am already using AWS services like S3, EC2, AWS Lambda, and IAM users, I find it good that RDS integrates within this ecosystem. I can access RDS outside of AWS with credentials, use it locally with a Node.js backend, and update the database on the cloud. I appreciate that I can connect it with MySQL Workbench and add security layers as per our requirements. Being able to use MySQL Workbench to connect with RDS and update the whole database without logging into AWS again is convenient, as it eliminates the need to export and import data each time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the initial setup difficult because MySQL Workbench is external and requires a public setup, which isn't easy for beginners. AWS should update their UI and UX for permissions and network management. Also, its costing is too high. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.