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# Page 69 - Reviews of MySQL

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
QA Engineer  
Information Services  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Easiest DB = MySQL"

October 28, 2022

4.0

Pros

Upside of MySQL is reliability and security.

Cons

Some functions are not upgraded in all versions.

Review Source

Darko D.  
UI  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Review for MySQL"

December 29, 2020

5.0

By now I am very satisfied with this software. Is very professional and very powerful. Overall experience with MySQL is very good. Keep it that way.

Pros

With this software, you can easily create a fully functional database with all attributes and data necessary.

Cons

By now, I don't have many cons about this software. Maybe the only one con will be it's a little bit slow when I'm making updates on data.

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AS

Aman S.  
Technical Recruiter  
Human Resources  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "The best open source database to manage your project's data."

April 16, 2019

4.0

1\. MySQL is one of the best open source database i have ever used which helps freelancer developers to manage their project's data in no cost.

Pros

1\. The installation of MySQL database is easy and it is easy to use and supported by all the operating system. 2. The versions which introduce after MySQL 5.0 is so good with the new functions which helps us and developers to manage their project's data. 3. MySQL helps developers to meet client requirement in less time and to speed up the performance of your website.

Cons

1 Some times i found a problem to manage big amount of data above 5 GB.

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FL

Federico L.  
Teacher and Backend Engineer  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Powerful and simple"

May 29, 2023

5.0

It's been positive and it has always served my needs correctly.

Pros

Th performance of MySQL is very good and it's very stable, as well as very common and compatibility. The syntax is very standard so it's not difficult to learn.

Cons

It's not very good with jsons, if you need to do a lot of json logic you may be better off with something else.

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RK

Rejin K.  
UI/Web Developer  
Internet  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "A great open source relational Database"

April 15, 2019

4.0

Pros

I've used MySQL for multiple of my projects in PHP and also as a database for CMSs like WordPress. The first and foremost feature I would like to point out is its ease of use. It becomes easier to manage multiple databases with multiple schemas and also perform database operations either from a UI or straight from the command line. It integrates really well with PHP and other programming languages like Java and C# with the help of MySQL connectors.

Cons

Personally I felt it becomes a bit sluggish when used with larger amount of data. Personally I also felt there was a lack of proper documentation for certain functions. I also feel the database being open-source and all there aren't much contributions as there should be from the community.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Associate software engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Open-source database, but not in practice all the time"

August 8, 2019

3.0

Easy to understand

Pros

Easy to familiar with RDMS. Enable user to create, update, delete and manipulate the data easily.

Cons

Only suitable for relational database. Not matured as other open source for relational DB.

Review Source

AB

Alex B.  
Director  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Works poorly on Mac"

November 28, 2019

5.0

Pros

I like that MySQL has a convenient system for developing and administering a database. This system supports a graphical interface, which allows me to quickly create a database structure and navigate without problems.

Cons

I noticed that MySQL works worse on a Mac. On computers running Windows, everything works fine, but on macbooks it starts to slow down. It’s hard to say what could be the problem.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
QA Engineer  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Easy to use database sotware"

August 7, 2018

5.0

Pros

Allows me to easily maintain and control my database

Cons

That its syntax doesn't match up with all other SQL services (though this is really a quibble about SQL overall)

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PW

Priyantha W.  
Senior Software Engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best SQL database system for beginners and for production purposes as well"

July 13, 2019

5.0

If you start learning SQL MySQL is the best option for you. MySQL is supported by almost all hosting services as well.

Pros

The basic syntaxes are very easy to remember even after not using for a long period.

Cons

Nothing like that. I have been using MySQL since my university ages and everything looks good to me.

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Mathew M.  
MySQL Review  
Writing and Editing  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "MySQL is an awesome software for Tech Persons"

July 20, 2019

4.0

My experience was good with MySQL.

Pros

MySQL is very effective tool for Software Tester and Database Administrators.

Cons

It's not easy to use and takes time to learn the commands.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Blogger  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "If it ain't broke..."

July 15, 2019

4.0

First experienced this years ago in school and that's what made me choose it, it being so widely used.

Pros

It's secure and pretty stable. The cost cannot be beat.

Cons

My database is small, so I haven't experienced any issues using it.

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DR

Dagmaris R.  
  
Facilities Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great open source sql"

February 3, 2019

5.0

I like it. I use it on all the websites I design. Works flawlessly with PHPMyAdmin.

Pros

I love it! It works great. Never had any big issues. Easy to navigate and doesn't take long to figure out.

Cons

Sometimes certain updates can 'break' things but what update doesn't.

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PL

Peter L.  
Web editor  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Not all SQL features are implemented"

May 21, 2019

4.0

Pros

I like working in MySQL. It has a handy GUI application that simplifies entering information into a database. Even when working with large amounts of data there are no problems.

Cons

The platform does not have all the features of SQL. This imposes restrictions on the operation of some applications. If you are looking for a fully standards-compliant platform, then MySQL is not the best solution.

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DK

Daniel K.  
IT Director  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "MySQL Review"

October 6, 2022

4.0

Pros

It's a nice, fully functioning relational database. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles a commercial product like Microsoft's SQL Server does - but it comes pretty close for projects and websites on a budget.

Cons

It's a little harder to implement - especially if you use Visual Studio to develop with, but for the cost vs. a full blown installation of SQL Server it can be worth it.

Reason for choosing MySQL

It integrates well with WordPress and other small website operations.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Administrative Principal  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Good"

April 16, 2019

5.0

No problems

Pros

Simple to use, up to date with modern technology and functionality

Cons

Still prefer some other softwares but mySQL is also a necessity in the industry.

Review Source

EW

Eric W.  
Analyst  
Publishing  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "The best SQL"

December 28, 2018

5.0

Pros

I like MYSQL more than other forms of SQL, the commands and functions just work, and it is easy for new employees to pick up with some direction

Cons

Some of the older versions of MYSQL have missing functions that make life a lot easier

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Assistant Specialist  
Banking  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Its updates and security are well, however documentation can be better."

June 10, 2019

5.0

I used MySQL for my web project before and it waas very useful.

Pros

It is free and fast, so it can run large queries in seconds.

Cons

MySQL does not support everything in MsSQL.

Review Source

jH

jake H.  
wordpress developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "we use MySQL database to save data and fetch it."

February 22, 2019

4.0

Pros

In most of our websites we use MySQL database, there are a lot of occasions when we have to take input from the user and save it in the database with using AJAX, It works smooth.

Cons

It's structure is a little complicated, not as efficient as mongodb, when we reserve a place for something in the database it will keep that place allocated for that particular data only and uses more storage, things are different in mongodb.

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Alexander C.  
IT Consultant  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "If you're using Oracle, use MySQL, simple as"

August 20, 2019

4.0

Pros

MySQL is an excellent choice for large databases, especially Oracle based or those that integrate with Oracle products.

Cons

It's not as scale-able as No-SQL and can be very frustrating at times.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Research Assistant  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "a freely open-source awesome app to work with database"

December 14, 2019

4.0

I have enjoyed using it so far. MySQL is an awesome tool for writing SQL tasks or database projects.

Pros

If you work with database or relational data, you must know it. Everything is free. MySQL helps me a lot with my SQL or database projects. It also handles with big relational tables and connects with many platforms.

Cons

It requires to install many modules or plug-ins to work with different platforms. So totally it consumes much of your memory.

Review Source

SF

Sandy F.  
Sys eng  
Railroad Manufacture  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "MySQL "

March 31, 2022

5.0

Pros

Free and works well on simple Linux setups, reasonably easy to set up phpmyadmin to work with MySQL

Cons

Steep learning curve for command line interface, user management and remote access can be complicated

Reason for choosing MySQL

Cost and compatibility with existing systems

Review Source

JPO

John Paul O.  
Software Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Open Source Database Solution"

June 13, 2019

5.0

Pros

MySQL has a GUI which allows you to create Databases, tables, insert, edit and delete data without writing SQL statements

Cons

It is completely relations which makes retrieval of related data from different tabled complicated

Review Source

YT

Yusuf T.  
Game Developer  
Program Development  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Mysql, easy to use database!"

May 6, 2022

4.0

Pros

It's easy,fast and safe. I use mysql in my low budget and trial projects. I am very satisfied.

Cons

It is not that good for big projects. Very less database size than others.

Review Source

GC

Gaurav C.  
Co-Founder  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The undisputed king of relational databases"

February 24, 2019

5.0

Pros

Predictable and fairly easy to setup. Perfect for even large applications if used in tandem with other services.

Cons

Not much to write here actually. Works as advertised. If you're not happy there are alternatives available.

Review Source

TR

Tzlil R.  
Technical Project Manager  
Management Consulting  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Clean interface for SQL users"

May 20, 2019

5.0

Querying and updating databases for analysis and reporting needs.

Pros

This is a basic but essential tool for querying and manipulating data in SQL. The interface is clean and useful for knowledgeable developers.

Cons

Finding tools and help guides through the navigation is difficult.

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