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Microsoft SQL Server

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Last updated March 25th, 2026

# Page 74 - Reviews of Microsoft SQL Server

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Jean A.  
Full Stack Web Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Very good database manager system"

November 5, 2018

5.0

Pros

It is quite stable, provides tools for monitoring systems and allows the use of multiple tools for the development of stored procedures and functions.

Cons

The licenses are a bit expensive, but it's worth it given the price product ratio

Review Source

US

Udbhav S.  
Analyst  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Mostly Used SQL Server"

November 4, 2020

4.0

Good

Pros

Easy to integrate and deployment, Most commonly used around the world

Cons

Few new features added to it, sometimes hold problems which take more time to solve, I guess

Reason for choosing Microsoft SQL Server

Most commonly used - usually people know how to handle it

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DC

David C.  
Analyst of Monitoring IT  
Banking  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Essential tool for any company"

June 9, 2020

4.0

It has been good, the tool allows some many features that you can use whatever you want depending on the version you have installed. I work with the standard, developer and enterprise edition.

Pros

The beautiful and intuitive of the GUI, you can manage the SQL Server without any problems of SQL Server expertise. You can create a basic Database with few steps.

Cons

The requirements are high for the SQL Server, if you works with a lot of data you must have a high end server.

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PC

Paloma C.  
Accounting Associate  
Accounting  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Increasing data security"

February 12, 2023

5.0

Pros

The increased data security is the number one characteristic. Additionally, getting extra features without an extra cost and accessing a broad range of databases in a very organized way.

Cons

The price is not the most affordable in the market and the software may arise some compatibility issues with servers.

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JL

John L.  
Systems Architect  
Facilities Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQL server"

October 7, 2016

4.0

used for small to medium base databases works well on both physical and VMware servers. Would not recommend for large databases over 10TB

Pros

Ease of use

Cons

must be matched with OS version

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Justin D.  
Salesperson  
Renewables & Environment  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "SQL is used a time many schools for training"

December 28, 2018

4.0

Used it in a college course. Fun for me to learn. Would not want to pay for it.

Pros

With an instructor it is easy to learn. Tough o learn by yourself.

Cons

Tough to learn quickly. Not the most simple thing to grasp.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Studente  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Ottimo prodotto per la gestione dei database."

February 9, 2023

5.0

Pros

Facilità di utilizzo e flessibilità sono le caratteristiche migliori. Inoltre, è possibile lavorare con una grande mole di dati.

Cons

Tra gli svantaggi vi è probabilmente il fatto che non si ha il pieno controllo del database (rilevante soprattutto per gli sviluppatori).

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Business Development Executive  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Store and retrieve data "

September 20, 2018

5.0

Pros

It has more features than Mysql and can be integrated with .NET framework. Data can be restored easily in case of power loss or improper shutdown.

Cons

It only runs on Windows based servers. It is also a little too pricey.

Review Source

RR

Ricardo R.  
Manager  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Amazing work Microsoft "

July 4, 2022

5.0

Very pleased with it overall

Pros

Simplicity and the clean interface straights foward

Cons

i have no complaints at this current time of writing.

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SP

Steve P.  
IT Manager  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The industry-standard database for Microsoft products"

April 10, 2018

5.0

Pros

Extremely robust and very stable, there's a reason why most Windows software uses this as a back-end.

Cons

You have to be a pro to do anything advanced, and unfortunately most software comes with SQL Express, which is much more difficult to backup.

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DD

Danielle D.  
Grants and contracts manager  
  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Easy to use "

January 9, 2018

5.0

Pros

The software is easy to use and universal. It is easy to begin and easily transfer data from one SQL server to the next.

Cons

It is a bit expensive, which would be the only real con. I can't think of anything else that could be considered a con.

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jessica S.  
analyst  
Legal Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "excellent product"

April 25, 2019

5.0

Pros

used in conjunction with microsoft dynamics 365, i love the built it in functions. I can quickly query and turn results around faster

Cons

sometimes it can be a little slow, but not terrible performance speed

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VB

Victor B.  
CTO  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "A very robust SQL solution. Offers great flexibility with little fuss."

September 18, 2017

4.0

Pros

It is perfect for SMEs. The support is great and the fact that is backed by Microsoft is a very big plus. Also, one of the biggest plus is the multi-CPU query support which is great for CPU intensive work.

Cons

The documentation is very unwieldy and hard to get. The procedural language is a lot of other open-source competitors such as PostgreSQL due it's speed and features that it offers.

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DP

Dustin P.  
Compliance Analyst  
Automotive  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great product.. Highly recommended"

December 5, 2016

4.0

With the volume and complexity of our business, we simply could not do business without this product. SQL Server organizes all of our data and is easy to query.

Pros

Simple and Powerful Database Interface

Cons

The version I use does not allow for drag and drop queries.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Cofounder and CTO  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Powerful support in the Microsoft ecosystem"

August 30, 2018

5.0

Pros

It's one of the strongest implementations of SQL available.

Cons

It works great in the Microsoft stack, but it's hard to port it to other platforms.

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RH

Rose H.  
  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Expensive but functional"

February 8, 2017

4.0

I am glad the ability to automatically load balancing, increased fault tolerance. Thanks to the creators for a good tool!

Cons

Expensive

Review Source

Brendan G.  
Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Hard to justify over mySQL, but still a solid database option."

November 1, 2018

4.0

Pros

Uses the tried and true SQL syntax to make querying and writing data easy.

Cons

I haven't had a reason to use this proprietary offering over the similar but open-source mySQL.

Review Source

SR

SURENDIRAN R.  
Application Engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Exclusively Used for SOLIDWORKS PDM "

October 6, 2020

5.0

Defnitely best tool for supporting SOLIDWORKS PDM.

Pros

Data Management Capabilities & Storage Provision to support SOLIDWORKS PDM.

Cons

Everything is good. There are no issues working with this environment.

Review Source

NR

Neyza R.  
systems analyst  
  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "It is a simple database manager very useful"

July 12, 2018

4.0

Pros

1\. It is a database manager, it is easy to install, manage and confing. 2. It allows us to work as a client-server. 3. It allows to make daily backups of the databases. 4. Different databases can be configured in the same system for different programs.

Cons

1\. Use a lot of Ram memory. 2. It has some restrictions which prevents it from being used for small program practices. 3. The licenses that are purchased come in English. 4. is tied to the platform of the operating system over which it installs.

Review Source

HA

Harun A.  
Engineer  
Civil Engineering  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Database"

September 29, 2023

5.0

Pros

Some programs we use require a database and SQL Express is installed with it. backup function successful

Cons

The 10 GB limit for the express version is insufficient.

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PN

Paul N.  
Program Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Fast, Reliable and Efficient"

February 6, 2019

4.0

Pros

It is easy to set up, administer and there is a lot of support from the Microsoft community

Cons

It is hardly affordable for startups because the license seem to be targeting large established companies

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
SoftwareAnalyst  
Animation  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Quick Data Base codes your business"

December 14, 2018

4.0

Pros

Which provides best data base service for test applications.

Cons

Which provides simple way to use so I like very much.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Commercial worker  
Construction  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Solid data manager"

September 29, 2019

4.0

Pros

The way I can acces all of my client related info neatly in one place.

Cons

A lack of visual aids and graphs to really help me see what's going on in a wink.

Review Source

ZJ

Zachary J.  
Finance Consultant  
Management Consulting  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great Functionality, Difficult to identify functions"

September 23, 2018

5.0

Pros

The capability and speed of this program has made a number of complex projects very simple. It has high computing power and can process an amazing amount of information.

Cons

While first learning the program, it can be difficult to identify which functions may be helpful/available for use. A centralized dictionary of available functions would be helpful to know what SQL is capable of.

Review Source

PS

Priyansh S.  
Database Manager  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Enterprise Database Solution By Microsoft"

September 12, 2018

5.0

Pros

SQL Server is the best database tool if you are developing a Windows or Microsoft Windows application. It's support with these technology is just awesome. Very efficient and Powerful tool, can handle even very large application effectively.

Cons

Being a Microsoft Tool, You will need to get a licence from Microsoft before using it in your application whose pricing is moderately high.

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