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# Page 15 - Reviews of MySQL

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Arun P.  
Senior Web Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best Relational Database Management System."

May 8, 2019

5.0

Mysql is the Relational database i have ever used in my entire carrier. it a part of my life. You can also try this

Pros

MySql is the best relational database available now a days. its very simple to use and understand even for beginners its far easy to study and use. it shave many functionlity such as back up and recovery. it has nice combination with php language. mysqql is commonly used with php language. its fast loading. and exceution time is less compared to any other dbms.

Cons

sometimes while coding its version may conflict some errors since change in the coding format may casue errors. except this i dont find any dislikes yet.

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LM

Lister M.  
Software  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "MySql, The best database manager"

March 30, 2022

5.0

I started using it, since I studied at the University, thanks to this tool I have been able to perform multiple tasks and database design work

Pros

It is a great work tool for those of us who are in charge of managing databases, it allows us to have all the power of sql and it is easy to use, configure and optimize in every way.

Cons

From the time that I have used this tool, I can say that I have not had any bad experience, everything is perfect. I like.

Reason for choosing MySQL

It seemed better to me Sql Server or PostgreSql

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Software Engineer  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Feature rich Database "

July 31, 2018

5.0

Pros

It is available on multiple platforms like windows, mac, linux etc. It can be used for middle level bussinesses. Mysql is the good option for any general purpose cloud software. We can call it low cost DBMS. Both paid and free versions provides use many features and flexibility.

Cons

It provides many features and options to customize the User interface and in this way it becomes difficult to use for new user. The simple task like backup also takes more time and not that easy like other database options. It takes more time to adjust with MySQL Specially when you are moving from any other database to MySQL.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Robotic Process Automation and Machine Learning Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A stable and FREE database for everyone"

October 12, 2019

5.0

MySQL is a free database management tool, which means it is very cost effective if you are a small organisation looking to save some money. My experience with MySQL goes way back. I've been using this DBMS for over a decade now and it has served me really well.

Pros

One of the most secure and reliable database management system, which is easy to use and build. MySQL is supported by a large number of frameworks, which means it can be used and integrated within almost any type of platform. Also with its vast amount of users, it is very easy to find help through its community. With this product, you can easily create and customise databases, tables, procedures and routines with minimum effort and high maintainability.

Cons

It is a bit tricky to learn at first but once you get the hang of it, it won't be much of an issue. Error syntax's are a bit unclear, which can make error handling a headache. Also MySQL is a relational database, which means you have to create an Entity Relationship Diagram before you create it.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Information security Intern  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Superior in Database Management Systems"

October 24, 2018

5.0

When I started my undergraduate degree I had to find a good database management system. My first and last choice was MySQL. MySQL never disappointed me.

Pros

MySQL is a full-featured database management systems that anyone can install and set up for free. I started using this product in 2015 and most of my undergraduate course related work are done using MySQL. For me, MySQL was easy to understand and even setting up did not require much time. It responses to queries in a microsecond. Creation of users, databases, tables and everything is one click away.

Cons

I have been using MySQL since 2015 and since then I have not faced any major issue.

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Sachin K.  
Group Lead  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "MySQL - Easy, fast and awesome tool"

November 22, 2018

4.0

Some of my projects use MySQL. Customer data and information is stored and processed with it. I recommend this to others as well as its very cheap and reliable tool.

Pros

The most good thing in MySQL is that this is very easy and reliable tool. One can use it for small or big industry. Commands are easy to learn and implement. User can find multiple solution over internet if he/she face any problem. Customer support is very good.

Cons

Every software has its own limitations. The only thing I dislike is its performance. Limited scope and limited performance in case of export/import. Rest all other things are awesome. One can enjoy working with it.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Graphic Designer  
Design  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best database management tool out there. "

July 8, 2021

5.0

I have been making websites since 1996, and mysql being free was always my database engine since I started programming dynamic websites.

Pros

It has evolved from a very specialized tool, to one accesible and usable by regular people. Still requires knowing what you are doing, but know it makes it easier and prettier.

Cons

Still requires a lot of programming knowledge to get the full of it, some visual tools for the non coding guys could be awesome.

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Sarath S.  
Android Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Powerful and structured Relational Database Service"

March 30, 2019

5.0

My experience with MySQL was great it still is , i have been using MySQL for years as my primary database system for website and mobile apps that i developed. and they all are working perfectly without any problems. so overall i really love to work with MySQL

Pros

MySQL is Open source all of its features are free to use, It is a powerful database because it can handle large structured complex data in tables and we can write powerful queries as we needed. And we can write stored procedures ,functions ,triggers and more.

Cons

MySQL doesn't have lot of features like PostgreSQL, and when it compare to other no SQL database like firebase MySQL is not a realtime database.

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Gavin D.  
Software Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best software to get started with Data Base"

September 20, 2019

4.0

Have been using it since the Batchelor's days to integrate the database into my web/app projects. Learned SQL using MySQL. Used it for my Android Application, Php applications and have used it with many other systems.

Pros

A lot of functionality. Can be integrated with a lot of development stacks. Easy to learn, understand and configure.

Cons

The User Experience is out-dated. Searching for the data is not easy.

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft SQL Server](https://www.capterra.com/p/1417/SQL-Server/)

Reason for choosing MySQL

Had great support. Easily accessible. And Free

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Customer Support Specialist  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Good for the needs of mid sized company"

December 30, 2021

4.0

Pros

I enjoy working with MySQL, as I can use the tool even without any specific coding knowledge without any issues. The tool is easy to use and I can always find my way arund in order to complete my tasks. I could use slightly more non-dev interface, however, I believe this might be a bit of a subjective request.

Cons

I am generally happy with the tool, could use some verification before the new input is added in order to avoid the possible mistakes.

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Jimmy I.  
data scientist  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Manager of databases"

February 8, 2022

4.0

it's a good experience, i. Learned very quickly to use the software, also let do a lot of different things with the databases and connect with other apps

Pros

MySQL is really good manager of databases, its very easy to use, and you can connect with different apps like azure data studio and visual studio code, in addition, the software have a good line of learning and have a lot tutorial and support in internet

Cons

in the begging can be a little hard for the people without experience

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SHAN S.  
Founder  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Incredible Database Tool For Developers"

November 20, 2021

5.0

Pros

I have used MySQL for some time now and it has helped me out a lot in terms of data management (For e-commerce, data warehousing, and in many cases). This tool is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows me to run my database without too much effort. They have several different cloud MYSQL managed services. Highly Recommended

Cons

Overall my experience with this tool went great, but as a suggestion, they need to improve UI especially for the MYSQL program for Windows Desktop.

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Juan Manuel C.  
Web Developer  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Excellent database administrator"

December 13, 2021

4.0

My experience is very good, I use it daily and with its manager it is all much easier, I recommend it for small projects

Pros

One of the most used, with a very complete program (Mysql Workbrench). Meets expectations and is very easy to configure, beyond the fact that there are thousands of manuals on the internet

Cons

Scalability drops when you have many records (More than 1 million). Problem that I don't have with other engines like postgres

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Programador Full-stack PHP  
Internet  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keep your data safe and organized"

April 7, 2019

5.0

MySQL is one of the first languages ​​I learned, it is essential for any programmer. I have made dozens of websites using MySQL as a database engine.

Pros

MySQL is easy to use and is the software that is currently used in most web pages and applications. Despite being a simple language, you can drill down and save millions of data from an optimal target to access them with speed and ease. With each version they take, they add new features that adapt to the modern world.

Cons

It is not useful to save volatile data, currently there are many more modern and fast tools. When the database is really big, the migration becomes complicated.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Analista de Desarrollo  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A great database engine that allows you to have all the power of the sql for free"

May 24, 2018

4.0

Pros

1.) Easy, fast and high performance This database is easy to use and works very fast. How is basically a modified version of SQL, a general knowledge of SQL is enough to work efficiently with MySQL. 2.)MySql, is a multiplatform database manager, is one of the most important advantages since not many managers are multiplatform.

Cons

1.) A large percentage of MySQL utilities are not documented. of the rest I have no other negative opinion about this software, it is an excellent database manager, which I highly recommend, excites many documents and tutors that facilitate their understanding

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JM

Juan M.  
injgeniero  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Mysql"

June 14, 2022

5.0

usually it is still a very intuitive database to use, consult, modify, import data, and especially in bakend languages ​​and cmr or cms structures they are very appropriate

Pros

the way to save data and be able to search for it and how it is added from any application, making this database very secure

Cons

Suddenly, with the advancement of technology and the non-relational database, it cannot be used in some queries, since these other databases are revolutionizing the speed of queries in very large applications...

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Alfonso C.  
Software Engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A great database option"

February 14, 2020

5.0

Great choice and it's free!

Pros

It has all the basic features you would expect from a RDBMS. You can write sql queries, you can create tables, etc. The queries are performant and you only hit problems when your tables reach billions of rows.

Cons

Complex queries are difficult to write, and SQL is not the most intuitive language.

Alternatives considered

[MongoDB](https://www.capterra.com/p/127374/MongoDB/)[PostgreSQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/48791/PostgreSQL/)

Reason for choosing MySQL

had good sql support, lots of 3p libs for integrating with rails, node, etc.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Technical Lead  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good tool to manage data"

September 22, 2020

4.0

Overall i would rate experience as satisfying. We have used Microsoft sql across multiple projects.

Pros

Features like auto listing of functions, tables and columns is very useful. Security features are good. Migration of data is easy. It can be plugged into application using apis easily. Documentation available is very helpful.

Cons

Export data options can be improved. While executing command from sql tool, if we can have a short cut from keyboard, it will be easier.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Software Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Robust, Structured and Durable Database"

April 14, 2021

4.0

My overall experience with MySQL has been satisfactory. It works the purpose of storing the data. The high end features like High Availability, Security, Replication, etc is not that efficient. But it works well in small scale.

Pros

There are a lot of great features available like: - Cursors - Triggers - Functions - Locking - Views - Indexing The community support is also pretty good for MySQL. Its very easy to install and manage.

Cons

I have not faced much issues in it apart from when working on large databases. There are some issues when we upload or download large data at once. Scaling it would be another problem if you want high availability.

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SG

Stephan G.  
Web Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Perfect Data Storage "

July 24, 2023

5.0

I have used it for many years and never had any issues. As long as you structure the data properly and write good queries it will perform amazingly

Pros

Free, simple, powerful, amazing tools available

Cons

Not really sure there is anything I don't like

Reason for choosing MySQL

Free. Better integration with PHP

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hP

harikishanrao P.  
Cloud engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "MySQL is the go to DB for mid size applications"

April 21, 2021

5.0

we were having a very complex application whose data needs to be preserved in db and for that we used this db

Pros

ease of use and support from community and features available as part of the product. Used in different domains like product development, application development , financial sectors.

Cons

MySQL clients are sometimes kind of struck when doing heavy processing of large data sets. Also at times its hard to find why certain users are not granted access by default

Switched from

[Oracle E-Business Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/214932/Oracle-E-Business-Suite/)

Ease of use and based on the business requirement

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Sushil S.  
Web Application Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The Most Used DATABASE"

September 15, 2020

5.0

Overall MySQL is feature full DB system best suitable for beginner programmers and for small scalled oraganizations. It is very easy to use and fully supported by most backend technologies.

Pros

MySQL is the most used, highly popular relational database management system for beginner as well as for advanced programmers. It is most secure database used in web applications like WordPress, Laravel.

Cons

MYSQL is so popular DB System but it has less feature. Organizations that need large size databases thet are not going to use MySQL because it has poor performance. MySQL operations like: merge join, etc that degrades the performance.

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Mohamed M.  
Undergraduate  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The open source database management system"

January 4, 2019

5.0

We use MySQL to create basic databases as well as to advanced databases with access control mechanisms. MySQL helps a lot for our systems as the DBMS and it is easier and flexible to use. MySQL is the ideal DBMS if we use PHP or Java as the programming language and it requires a relational DB.

Pros

MySQL is the simplest DBMS with advanced features. It has all the features which are available in other DBMS systems such as PostgreSQL, MSSQL, etc. MySQL can be accessed using web interfaces such as PHPMyAdmin or even we can use the CLI. It supports almost all the languages but majorly supports for PHP and Java. It is a relational database management system provides plenty of features with higher efficiency considering the processing power and the speed.

Cons

It does not ensure the foreign key constraint where even though the foreign key is there, it allows the value to be inserted which is not available in the primary key field. Other DBMSs such as MSSQL and PostgreSQL do not allow it as expected.

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RD

Rahul D.  
CRM & Digital Campaign manager  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Quality review of MYSQL"

September 5, 2023

5.0

Pros

\- great security features plus many other wide compatibility- it has great community support

Cons

\- certain functions are quite limited & complex- not highly cost effective

Review Source

Ummar H.  
Hosting Manager  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Lightweight Database"

November 20, 2019

5.0

Fast and easy to integrate and maintain. My SQL community help is available everywhere.

Pros

My SQL is a very lightweight database and uses similar schema as most of DB. Queries are executed efficiently without issues of starvation. We have used MySQL in many of our web apps.

Cons

Replication and backup of My SQL is difficult for beginners. It can be used for realtime applications.

Alternatives considered

[Oracle Database](https://www.capterra.com/p/5938/Oracle-Database/)[MariaDB](https://www.capterra.com/p/132005/MariaDB/)

Reason for choosing MySQL

Free and Vast community support.

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