Compare Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (36.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$5,000
Microsoft SQL Server
Star Rating
(2,212)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft SQL ServerMySQL
Star Rating
(1,635)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$5,000
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- Users report that Microsoft SQL Server excels in its Query Language with a score of 9.2, which reviewers mention makes complex queries easier to manage compared to MySQL's score of 9.2, indicating both products are strong but SQL Server is often preferred for intricate data operations.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft SQL Server's Backup and Recovery features score a perfect 9.0, providing robust options for data protection, while MySQL's score of 8.3 indicates it may not offer the same level of reliability in disaster recovery scenarios.
- G2 users highlight that Microsoft SQL Server's Data Encryption capabilities score 8.8, ensuring high security for sensitive data, whereas MySQL's score of 8.6 suggests it may not be as comprehensive in this area, leading to potential vulnerabilities.
- Users on G2 report that Microsoft SQL Server's Performance Analysis features score 8.9, allowing for better optimization of database performance, while MySQL's score of 8.6 indicates it may lack some advanced performance tuning tools.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft SQL Server provides superior User Access Control with a score of 9.1, which is crucial for enterprise environments, compared to MySQL's score of 9.0, suggesting that SQL Server offers more granular control over user permissions.
- Users say that Microsoft SQL Server's Data Migration capabilities score 9.0, making it easier to transition data from other systems, while MySQL's performance in this area is not as strong, which could complicate migrations for users.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft SQL Server
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Microsoft SQL Server
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No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,811
8.9
1,369
Ease of Use
8.6
1,825
8.7
1,372
Ease of Setup
8.1
946
8.5
636
Ease of Admin
8.3
925
8.4
624
Quality of Support
8.3
1,606
8.0
1,157
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
876
8.5
512
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
1,781
8.0
1,336
Features by Category
Management
8.9
128
Not enough data
8.8
127
Not enough data
9.2
133
Not enough data
8.9
128
Not enough data
8.9
130
Not enough data
Maintenance
9.0
128
Not enough data
9.0
133
Not enough data
9.0
129
Not enough data
Security
8.9
127
Not enough data
9.1
129
Not enough data
Management
9.1
114
9.0
126
9.2
115
9.1
127
8.8
101
8.9
113
8.8
107
8.8
110
Support
8.6
109
8.4
120
9.1
113
8.8
124
8.7
108
8.9
119
8.6
112
9.2
117
Security
8.9
112
8.8
117
9.1
112
8.9
118
8.8
109
8.6
112
9.0
112
8.6
117
Performance
8.7
109
8.3
108
8.8
107
8.5
112
8.7
112
8.5
113
8.6
110
8.5
113
8.8
111
8.7
112
Database Features
8.9
1247
8.8
1125
9.0
1252
8.9
1135
8.9
1260
8.7
1137
8.7
1226
8.1
1103
8.8
1228
8.4
1098
8.8
1235
8.7
1109
9.1
1255
8.9
1129
Database
8.7
49
Not enough data
8.9
50
Not enough data
8.4
47
Not enough data
Integrations
7.9
38
Not enough data
8.3
38
Not enough data
Platform
8.3
43
Not enough data
8.6
46
Not enough data
8.3
38
Not enough data
Processing
8.5
45
Not enough data
8.4
48
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL are categorized as Relational Databases
Unique Categories
Microsoft SQL Server is categorized as Database Management Systems (DBMS), Big Data Processing and Distribution, and On-Premise Data Integration
MySQL has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft SQL Server
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
MySQL
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
24.0%
Computer Software
13.8%
Hospital & Health Care
5.5%
Financial Services
4.1%
Higher Education
2.9%
Other
49.7%
Information Technology and Services
24.8%
Computer Software
20.5%
Internet
4.6%
Higher Education
4.2%
Education Management
3.3%
Other
42.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Microsoft SQL Server
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Elizabeth G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
For my use cases, microsoft sql has been pretty cooperative.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Britnee O.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
See above. The only thing I can say is that sometimes this software is a bit slow
MySQL
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Ross F.
Verified User in Computer Software
MySql simply works and works well. It is exactly as described: a robust, relational DB which scales nicely to 100s of millions of rows. Plus, many web developers are familiar with using it so there is no shortage of expertise available. If you are doing...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Higher Education
Bad for timestamps. Not ACID compliant.
Elizabeth G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
For my use cases, microsoft sql has been pretty cooperative.
Ross F.
Verified User in Computer Software
MySql simply works and works well. It is exactly as described: a robust, relational DB which scales nicely to 100s of millions of rows. Plus, many web developers are familiar with using it so there is no shortage of expertise available. If you are doing...
Britnee O.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
See above. The only thing I can say is that sometimes this software is a bit slow
Verified User in Higher Education
Bad for timestamps. Not ACID compliant.
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Discussions
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4 comments
CA
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4 comments
AF
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4 comments
JE
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Does MySQL new version has strong security?
10 comments
JH
here is list of some overlooked security holes in MySql:
update the password plugin;
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Is there any possibilities than mysql database can be online?
2 comments
CH
Of course! Most hosts provide it automatically. Only the dedicated servers or virtual servers might not. You can install it on any Linux or Windows or Mac...Read more
What version of MySQL do I have?
2 comments
HD
You can use MySQL Workbench to check the version number. After connected to a server using MySQL Workbench, click on server from main menu. Then "Server...Read more
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