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# Page 34 - Reviews of Microsoft SQL Server

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Nathan S.  
Clinic Director  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Necessary but expensive"

April 23, 2019

5.0

Overall, can't live without it--just wish it was cheaper

Pros

SQL Server is essential for our patient records database; pretty easy to use

Cons

Very expensive for the upper tiers required for large databases

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Elwin W.  
Strategic Sales Analyst  
Consumer Goods  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great way to store large amounts of data"

September 30, 2019

4.0

Works great from the outside and great with some training.

Pros

We use SQL Server through vendors that hold out data. Thus far I have not seen any issues with our data as it comes in accurate.

Cons

Obviously you need a certain amount of training to fully utilize the program. A way for a basic user would be great, but its understandable that it does not exist.

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Rohit T.  
Senior Software Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQL Server"

October 16, 2018

5.0

Pros

Its is good interface to work on SQL queries and track for the performance of queries. Easy to you and good interface for practice.

Cons

It takes time to load it for consume the services.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Senior Engineer Software  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "SQL server is a very useful tool for manage the data so this is the very awesome software"

June 26, 2018

5.0

Pros

Microsoft SQL server is very easy to install and it has very lite to use it is the only compatible with Microsoft product like a Visual studio so security is very good with this.it has all feature like security, debugging, intelligence while creating the query for data its intelligence show all possible outcomes so this is very easy to use and understandable.it has beautiful GUI.it has SQL profiler so that we measure the CPU cost of the Query and procedures.

Cons

it is only compatible with Microsoft product so this is the cons of that we can embed the Microsoft SQL server with other language code. sometimes it gives an error and automatically shut down or close the application,

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VR

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

### "Easy to use"

August 29, 2018

4.0

All is good but SQL agent is very heavy

Pros

English like language Good interface Multiple features Supports SSIS and SSRS reports

Cons

Heavy, some time slow down the system. Some times hang the system

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Demetre B.  
Network Specialist  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "A solid multi-purpose database system"

August 5, 2019

5.0

It's an excellent software and using it is a delight. It offers a lot withou having to spend a bunch of money.

Pros

MS SQL is a very popular software and rightly so. It offers a whole pack of features and it's built-in functions save a lot of time. It's also very stable and easy to set up.

Cons

It isn't very optimized and can hog CPU and memory a bit too much at times.

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Anamary A.  
programmer  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQLserver is a database management system of the relational model, very powerful."

June 28, 2018

4.0

I have used SQL Server for many years in my work for both the management of large and small databases with good results.

Pros

SQL Server is a complete package that generally connects well with other Microsoft products. Fast and efficient backup / restore and has a large community of users. Excellent speed.

Cons

The main disadvantages would be that it uses a large amount of RAM for the installation and use of the software. It is tied to the platform of the operating system on which it is installed and has a poor implementation of the data types and variables.

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Tim F.  
Systems Engineer  
  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "It isn't Oracle but it gets the job done"

June 2, 2018

3.0

Pros

We implemented SQL Server as part of a software rollout and have migrated much of our in-house development to it as well. For Windows-based development, it works well.

Cons

The provided management and development tools leave a lot to be desired and cross-platform development is not as friendly as it should be for an enterprise database.

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GP

George P.  
IT Project Team Leader  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQL Server - Best value for the money"

March 15, 2019

5.0

I've been using this product since SQL Server version 7 and I've not found anything that causes me to dislike the software.

Pros

Ease of use when setting up both the server and desktop version. I love the way it's integrated with Visual Studio so a developer can manage the database from inside the application. As a user with rights that are not DBA level, setting up objects in SQL Server is a breeze.

Cons

The lack of an SQL statement formatter as found in third party RDBMS management studios. This causes me to waste time formatting to analyze a statement and some are very long select statements.

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MUAK

Mohammad Usman Ali K.  
HR Associate  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Best Database software"

July 17, 2021

5.0

If you need to facilitate application advancement on the cloud, So it is highly recommended to use Microsoft SQL Server. It is much better software than other applications in the market. I personality used it since I started web development.

Pros

It is one of the Best SQL servers I used. They have a great databases management configuration which makes it easier for data analysis and enabler us to filter out data to extract. We have a great development experience while integration into queries and data structure which saves development time.

Cons

The error message is the most irritating thing in the software. If you make some mistakes, it shows a different error rather than a to show where the problem is there. Other than that there is not so much problem with the software.

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SK

Srijan K.  
Manager -Projects  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "One of the next cloud RDBMS"

September 20, 2021

4.0

Pros

Easy to install and easy to migrate data from other platform

Cons

Sometime data types are confusing, managing cloud instance is complex compared to on-prem

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Desarrollador Front End  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "One of the best database managers"

October 20, 2018

5.0

Pros

SQL Server is one of the best relational database management system for use in the business environment. With it you can perform transaction control, exception and error handling, row processing, as well as declared variables

Cons

One of the problems that we commonly face is that it uses a lot of RAM for installations and software use

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Brad T.  
ERP Analyst  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great Database Platform!"

January 14, 2020

5.0

Pros

I really enjoy using SQL as it is very widely used and there is a large user community.

Cons

I wish that Microsoft would make a clearer roadmap on the furture of SSRS verse Power BI.

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Manish D.  
Functional Consultant  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Awesome Product!"

February 11, 2023

5.0

Pros

It supports a wide variety of transaction processing

Cons

There are no cons that I can think of currently

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RG

Rich G.  
Web Development Manager  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "DRL's SQL Server Review"

March 21, 2022

4.0

Pros

Primarily I am very comfortable with it because I have been using SQL Server for more than 20 years now. I do find it relatively easy to use and many of the tools such as the Tuning Advisor and Profiler can be quite useful in helping you optimize some of your less than ideal queries.

Cons

Nothing specifically comes to mind although Microsoft has been notorious for not producing the highest caliber products...

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Hadeel A.  
Programmer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Very good data management software"

October 5, 2021

4.0

built in functions and triggers help a lot in data management and control

Pros

Easy to use in programming, clear data structure, many functions to help in reporting

Cons

cost is high comparing to free alternatives

Reason for choosing Microsoft SQL Server

stable and easy to use

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Senior IT Applications Analyst  
Pharmaceuticals  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best Database Platform"

March 19, 2019

5.0

Pros

Easy to use, well known. The always on feature was a great addition to the product.

Cons

The cloud version get pricy. I do not like how Microsoft has changed the pricing model.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Server Administrator  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Use for Database for most of my environments"

May 4, 2018

4.0

Well most of my products require the use of Microsoft SQL so no much choice in using it so it is what i know

Pros

able to limit the ram usage the Database uses without having to do very much. Able to reduce log file sizes with ease. Able to search database for information and export it to a file for review.

Cons

You have to limit ram usage otherwise it will use it all on the server. By default settings store all log data you have to go and change settings on databases to be able to clear the log data so it is not larger than the actual databases

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
IT Professor  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best and top-notch database management system by Microsoft and a great value for money"

April 13, 2019

5.0

Best of the lot! Must try and use! Value for money...

Pros

A simple and great interface by Microsoft where one can write SQL scripts(queries) easily for database management purposes. It is really easy to execute and run such queries and debug them in case of any errors with it's instant exception handling mechanisms. This platform can easily be integrated with many other tools. Apart from writing normal queries, we can also write advanced SQL with cursors, procedures, triggers and much more.

Cons

Large file size and requires decent PC requirements being a heavy application.

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nikhil D.  
consultant  
Information Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "review of sql server"

July 16, 2019

4.0

Pros

The syntax is easier and more comprehensible as compared to oracle or postgres

Cons

Using microsoft sql server it is harder to do complex queries and many data engineering tasks

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Marimay A.  
TML/Debit Memo/Fraud Analyst  
Outsourcing/Offshoring  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Highly Recommended"

December 21, 2018

5.0

I of course highly recommend this to users specially if they need to restore and retrieve data, this software is the best to use.

Pros

I've been using this software for more than 6 months already and it helps me a lot in restoring data's for me to retrieve and review after a certain time. It's functionality includes restoring large databases which is so useful for me.

Cons

So far didn't encounter such hassle in using the software. Merely because of the Standard Edition capabilities and Business Intelligence tools.

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Martin J.  
Freelance Consultant  
Internet  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Effortlessly house large data sets."

July 5, 2018

5.0

Data manipulation, data base management, reporting

Pros

SQL server is a DB admin's best friend. We use it daily to brows large data sets and easily feed to external reports through SSIS/SSRS. SQL Server is responsive and stable enough to run huge data sets. It is easy enough to create new DB's and we especially like the online support available to us for SQL Server.

Cons

In the downside it is a little outdated in the UI and somewhat complicated to get used to at first. Further than that there is no downside as it does the job so well.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Solutions Architect  
Aviation & Aerospace  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Industry Standard"

April 3, 2019

5.0

Pros

It just works and does what you need. If you work around the MS stack, no need to look anywhere else.

Cons

Licensing is a bear to figure out at times, but it is getting better.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Associate lead & Sr. software developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good tool to access and store valuable data"

October 1, 2018

4.0

Overall, if we don't consider the price factor them this is best tool in market.

Pros

It is one of the best software tool to store the data. It's easy to setup local clones. Easy to backup all the valuable information. We can export the data in any format(wide range of files). It's a good ETL tool with warehousing feature SSIS and SSAS. Well documented.

Cons

This is a bit costlier tool for smaller businesses. Installation always took long time which can be improved. Intellisense can be improved further. Query tuning is difficult for those who don't have specialised knowledge.

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JF

Jorge F.  
IT Manager  
Plastics  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Business as Usual"

August 8, 2019

5.0

We keep multiple mission-critical databases running on different SQL servers and have not yet run into any SQL errors that are not operator error related.

Pros

Above all else, this software is reliable. We can count on this service being on and supporting our mission critical ERP, quality, and data entry applications. On the newer versions of SQL 2016 and up, I like the interface feel better. Not much changed, but a simple color scheme made the entire interface look more comfortable.

Cons

Importing files via csv import was a arduous process if your data has any entried that already have commas.

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