Compare Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (61.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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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
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Star Rating
(955)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (61.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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- Users report that Microsoft SQL Server excels in its Query Language with a score of 9.2, making it easier for developers to write complex queries efficiently. In contrast, Oracle Database received a score of 8.9, which some users feel can be less intuitive.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft SQL Server's Ease of Setup is rated at 8.1, which is higher than Oracle Database's 7.5. Users appreciate the straightforward installation process of SQL Server, while some find Oracle's setup more cumbersome.
- G2 users highlight the superior Data Migration capabilities of Microsoft SQL Server, scoring 9.0, which reviewers say simplifies the transition from other databases. Oracle Database, while still competent, scored slightly lower at 8.8, leading some users to express concerns about its migration tools.
- Users on G2 report that Microsoft SQL Server's Backup and Recovery features are robust, also scoring 9.0, which reviewers say provides peace of mind with reliable data protection. Oracle Database, with a score of 8.5, has been noted by some users as having less user-friendly recovery options.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft SQL Server shines in User Access Control with a score of 9.1, which users say allows for more granular permissions management. Oracle Database, while still strong at 8.6, has been critiqued for its complexity in managing user roles.
- Users say that Microsoft SQL Server's Performance and Reliability is rated at 9.2, with many reviewers praising its stability under heavy workloads. Oracle Database, with a score of 8.8, has received feedback indicating that it can struggle with performance during peak usage times.
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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
9.0
679
Ease of Use
8.6
1,825
8.3
683
Ease of Setup
8.1
946
7.5
338
Ease of Admin
8.3
925
7.8
317
Quality of Support
8.3
1,606
8.3
652
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
876
8.1
318
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
1,781
8.2
648
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
8.9
122
9.2
115
8.9
122
8.8
101
8.7
106
8.8
107
8.7
116
Support
8.6
109
8.4
118
9.1
113
8.8
120
8.7
108
8.6
119
8.6
112
8.7
116
Security
8.9
112
8.7
118
9.1
112
8.6
120
8.8
109
8.6
115
9.0
112
8.7
120
Performance
8.7
109
8.5
115
8.8
107
8.7
115
8.7
112
8.4
116
8.6
110
8.7
117
8.8
111
8.7
121
Database Features
8.9
1247
8.9
471
9.0
1252
9.0
474
8.9
1260
8.8
478
8.7
1226
8.7
470
8.8
1228
9.0
470
8.8
1235
8.7
463
9.1
1255
8.9
472
Configuration
Not enough data
8.7
83
Not enough data
8.2
79
Not enough data
8.6
81
Not enough data
8.4
76
Not enough data
8.8
80
Database Administration
Not enough data
8.4
77
Not enough data
8.7
75
Not enough data
8.8
77
Availability
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
8.9
81
Not enough data
8.7
75
Not enough data
8.6
76
Security
Not enough data
8.7
78
Not enough data
8.5
75
Not enough data
8.7
72
Data Management
Not enough data
8.8
73
Not enough data
8.6
72
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 Oracle Database 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
Oracle Database is categorized as Database as a Service (DBaaS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft SQL Server
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Oracle Database
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
21.2%
Computer Software
11.6%
Financial Services
5.5%
Banking
4.8%
Hospital & Health Care
4.5%
Other
52.4%
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
Oracle Database
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Tapan J.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Oracle latest versions are memory efficient with advance compression on the fly built in so that a huge investment in terms of disk space is saved.Oracle allows data to be controlled from a central repository. A DBA is responsible to create users, assign...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Matthew S.
Verified User in Computer Software
The standard command line tool is terrible. The cost is very high making it a feasible option for enterprise and full scale applications only.
Elizabeth G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
For my use cases, microsoft sql has been pretty cooperative.
Tapan J.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Oracle latest versions are memory efficient with advance compression on the fly built in so that a huge investment in terms of disk space is saved.Oracle allows data to be controlled from a central repository. A DBA is responsible to create users, assign...
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
Matthew S.
Verified User in Computer Software
The standard command line tool is terrible. The cost is very high making it a feasible option for enterprise and full scale applications only.
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