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Microsoft SQL Server

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Last updated March 25th, 2026

# Page 75 - Reviews of Microsoft SQL Server

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VR

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

### "Great database option "

February 26, 2021

5.0

I've been working with sql server for about 2 years now with my company. I really enjoy working with it and would recommend to a reliable and database solution.

Pros

Its built by microsoft and has great support. It's fairly simple to set up and get going on a new project.

Cons

The biggest con is the cost of it. for a small company it might be better to go with another low cost option.

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HS

Haley S.  
Marketing Manager  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great for Database Prototyping, but little expensive"

May 31, 2019

5.0

It has been a great experience using SQL Server for the past 15 years.

Pros

SQL Server is my go-to database platform, as it has great connectivity with the Microsoft ecosystem and makes it easy for me to manage customer records on the go. I have a lot of familiarity with Microsoft products, and this is super intuitive.

Cons

It can get pretty expensive, especially with the different versions, editions, and complicated pricing structure. However, it is completely worth it and we can make with our ASP.NET software.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
System Analyst  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "sql"

January 8, 2019

4.0

Pros

it is easy and efficient to use and it is reliable

Cons

its environment is very beautiful not complex

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DKB

Dinesh Kumar B.  
Data Analytics Intern  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Microsoft SQL Server"

July 12, 2017

5.0

Pros

Performance of SQL Server's database engine is a huge plus. Performance gets better and better with new versions of SQL Server. Keep upgrading to newer versions

Cons

Compatibility with other versions of SQL Server is tough. Not all companies use the same version. Administrative tasks changes with every version of SQL Server

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Software Intern  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Good Relational Database"

November 29, 2019

4.0

Pros

The SQL commands are easy to learn and remember

Cons

Doesn't support key-value store features

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alicia P.  
Microsoft sql  
Apparel & Fashion  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Microsoft sql review"

March 1, 2023

4.0

Great tool, would recommend it to other companies. It's not perfect, but what is . Overall , i would use it again in my business.

Pros

I only used the free trial to test it out , its a great database tool along with a lot of great features and capabilities.

Cons

Nothing to say on this matter , it was a nice tool to use.

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CK

Chirag K.  
Student  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "A good server service."

April 20, 2018

4.0

Pros

The ability to connect with workbench helps in better visualizing tables and data, and managing is easier.

Cons

The problem is that is if you have explicitly installed server on your device then you can not use the server which comes inbuilt in some apps due to port issue so it takes time to solve the issue.

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DA

Daniel A.  
Director de I+D+i  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "SQL Server Review "

April 16, 2019

5.0

Pros

it is a very powerful database engine. it is easy to use

Cons

is an engine that requires a lot of machine resources

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MA

Mohaned A.  
Student  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "good but not for beginners"

December 18, 2018

3.0

Pros

it has a lot of features that letterly helps you in every thing with database

Cons

a little bit harder to install and start using than the other options

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JH

Jasmine H.  
Engineering Assistant  
  
Used the software for:

### "Great if you have the right training"

April 4, 2018

4.0

Great to create custom reports.

Pros

I watched a more advanced user teach a group of us how to use this and it seemed simple enough. Great to create custom forms for your company, ie: invoices, order entry forms, etc. A big difference from using standard crystal reports.

Cons

Not the easiest to use if you haven't had the best training. Huge learning curve if you have never created custom reports and don't have the knowledge. Takes some testing to get used to it and have it do what you need it to correctly.

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ZA

Zinonas A.  
Lecturer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Easy to use database"

June 7, 2021

5.0

The overall experience is great and it works perfectly with our front desk user interface!

Pros

Easy to use database with workbench that help me to run my sql queries. It's stable and can handle large number of records.

Cons

We are using the free version since our system is not commercial, thus there is nothing that we like least.

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SM

Sean M.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### "Great for Databases"

December 11, 2016

5.0

SQL Server is great for power users that rely on large databases. Excel is still my go-to software for smaller databases, but SQL Server is great if you know what you're doing. If you have Excel databases that take forever to open, my advice is to switch to SQL Server, watch a few how-to videos, and it should be pretty familiar when you learn some basic queries.

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JD

Jeff D.  
Junior Data Scientist  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "SQL for Business Use"

February 1, 2018

5.0

I have had a few issues in the past when the intellisense feature did not work correctly but this was usually resolved with a simple restart of the program.

Pros

The functionality of this product and ability to analyze large sets of data to discover important trends helps dramatically in a business setting.

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AN

Avinash N.  
Data Analyst  
  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "This tool is a legend in its category for data management "

July 1, 2018

5.0

Pros

Ability to Integrate perfectly within a MS shop. Legendary legacy tool for database management and ideal to host ETL jobs

Cons

Nowadays data management is going cloud and to other platforms I.e Cassandra, Mongo DB . Paid licensing is getting out beat by open source

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SC

Soo C.  
Managing Partner  
  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "MySQL and Oracle meets its match"

May 1, 2018

5.0

Pros

It is used by a lot of DBAs. Think Access on steriods. It is easy to configure and maintain. Good starter database for enterprise.

Cons

Not as robust and scalable as oracle and not free like MySQL. It has documentation, but again, it can be wordy from Microsoft.

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JT

Jasper T.  
Organisator  
Philanthropy  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Microsoft SQL Server - BI Edition"

May 7, 2018

4.0

Pros

This is a great program, and deep down, it has all the functions and features you'd ever want from a program like this

Cons

A lot of features and functionality is hidden below loads and loads of dropdown menus and subfolders, which makes it hard to find sometimes

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EA

Erika A.  
Beyond the Diag  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great programming software"

August 10, 2020

4.0

Overall, the Microsoft SQL server is great, especially for new programmers.

Pros

I love SQL and the ability to write and edit code easily within the Microsoft domain, especially since I use Microsoft suite for many other tasks.

Cons

I wish there was an easier way to integrate Microsoft SQL with other platforms (i.e. if a coworker does not have Microsoft SQL and you're trying to work on a program).

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JD

Jaime D.  
Document Controller  
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Database tool"

May 10, 2018

3.0

General database tool

Pros

This is a handy tool when a database is required - it is useful for asset management taking a step up from Access due to more functions

Cons

It can be slow at times but in general it is an adequate tool for the creation and use of a database

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LR

Larry R.  
Developer  
Oil & Energy  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Safe and robust application, easy to use for data control"

January 11, 2018

4.0

Pros

1\. It available on Linux as well as Windows-based platforms. 2. It is very fast and stable. 3. It works very well with other Microsoft products.

Cons

1\. Many individuals have issues using the SQL Server Integration Services to import files.

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KF

Khang F.  
Digital Marketing Officer  
  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "No complain no compliment"

January 10, 2018

3.0

Pros

\- Using SQL standard - Great security - Easy to configure and setup

Cons

\- Only able to install on a Windows Operating System machine - Making relationships is a painful action

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KB

Kevin B.  
Manager  
Civic & Social Organization  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "analytical tools like Microsoft SQL are the future of enterprise computing"

May 9, 2018

5.0

Pros

Microsoft SQL is a versatile tool that can support organizational analytics and business intelligence

Cons

this product is rather complex and requires SQL experience in order to use. Some robust usability testing may reveal opportunities to enhance the queries to be more user-friendly.

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SD

Shashank D.  
Application support Analyst  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "SQL Server review"

February 9, 2019

4.0

Pros

Intuitive Interface and great catalog support

Cons

It is not very compatible with Power BI

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NP

Nilansh P.  
Assistant Manager (IT)  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "A good DBMS by Microsoft"

July 23, 2020

5.0

Overall it is great for windows platform but a but expensive as compared to MySQL

Pros

It is a good RDBMS by microsoft it provide a good stability and has all the required features which are required for todays world

Cons

The least thing is if we go for a shared windows hosting plan of many different hosting provider they only gives 200MB of database storage which is very low as compared to MySQL which they give 1GB.

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IR

Ishant R.  
Student  
  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Made it very simple to handle my database needs for my application."

March 12, 2018

4.0

Pros

SQL server is the best software to creat best end to end softwares. Also very easy to do the database administration work.

Cons

It has a very boring commandline interface so i would like them to introduce a proper GUI interface to work with

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NZ

Nestor Z.  
Integration Engineer  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Fast and efficient is how information is stored and retrieved."

June 11, 2018

4.0

Pros

Sql Server funciona perfectamente con otros productos de Microsoft como SCM (Service Control Manager) y Office 365.

Cons

Transact-SQL is difficult to learn and the help is not very good. Overcome this learning curve TSQL is more friendly.

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