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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 26th, 2026 # Reviews of Universal Data Access Components Ease of use 4.9 Customer Service 4.8 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Marian S Software DeveloperComputer Software, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “UniDAC gives me the freedom to develop Delphi applications that can connect to a wide variety of databases—and for some DB systems, this can even be done without installing additional database drivers.“ March 25, 2026 MD Marek D developerMedical Practice, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Fetch records management is hard to use with MsSQL.“ October 23, 2025 NI Niklas I EDV Support - Datenmanagement - IT SystembetreuungBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The regular updates and responsive support team make it a dependable solution for developers looking to build scalable and maintainable database applications.“ June 24, 2026 AG Artur G Application developerBroadcast Media, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I't hard for me to admit, that I still do not understand native methods for SQL databases connectivity in Delphi.“ October 5, 2023 NI Niklas I EDV Support - Datenmanagement - IT SystembetreuungBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The product provides a comprehensive and reliable set of tools for database connectivity and data management across different platforms.“ June 24, 2026 Thierry M CEOHospital & Health Care, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Parameters and options on ServerConnection and providers are difficult to understand.“ October 9, 2023 Marian S Software DeveloperComputer Software, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Yes, there are free solutions, but UniDAC still offers me added value, so — provided I’m not completely broke — I’ve decided to treat myself to a UniDAC license even as a hobbyist developer, rather than struggling with alternatives. And if, as a hobbyist developer, I already consider the advantages of UniDAC over other solutions is worth the money, then in a commercial software development context, I wouldn't even have to think twice about it.“ March 25, 2026 NG Nihat G developComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I had Interbase database connection problems on iOS version“ July 27, 2022 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 61 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Marian S. Software Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The fast, the reliable and the universal database access components for Delphi/Lazarus" March 25, 2026 5.0 I have used UniDAC components in several applications and have gained experience accessing Firebird, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server databases. And what can I say: I’m a big fan of UniDAC. These days, one might well wonder whether you have to pay to establish a connection to a database system. In the Java environment, however, hardly anyone would do this or even need to. In the Delphi or Lazarus development environments, however, the situation is different. Yes, there are free solutions, but UniDAC still offers me added value, so — provided I’m not completely broke — I’ve decided to treat myself to a UniDAC license even as a hobbyist developer, rather than struggling with alternatives. And if, as a hobbyist developer, I already consider the advantages of UniDAC over other solutions is worth the money, then in a commercial software development context, I wouldn't even have to think twice about it. Pros UniDAC gives me the freedom to develop Delphi applications that can connect to a wide variety of databases—and for some DB systems, this can even be done without installing additional database drivers. UniDAC offers excellent compatibility (from legacy versions like Delphi 7 to the latest release) and performance. Whenever a new major version of Delphi is released, a corresponding updated version of UniDAC is released shortly thereafter. The most compelling advantages for me compared to other solutions were the ease of setup, the broad support for IDEs and databases, the ability to access the database systems I use directly (without additional drivers)—and the speed of database access. Cons I can’t really think of a direct downside. Of course, there’s the price... For someone who distributes software for free—whether out of enjoyment, for personal use, or simply to share their creations—the price is certainly a hurdle. Especially since there are free alternatives like ZeosLib. Review Source DS David S. Consultant Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I highly recommend Universal Data Access Components" August 4, 2025 5.0 Love it! I wish I would have started using it years earlier. Was very hesitant moving to a big boy database. Was used to dBase and the Absolute Database. Both worked but I needed to move to multi-million record tables. This does the job hands down. Pros Was able to get started and do basic functionality very quickly. With on-line searching I've been able to accomplish everything I've needed to do. Cons I wish there was more documentation. I see properties and procedures that I don't yet know what they do. I don't know if I even need them. Everything works as I think they should. Switched from [dBASE Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/80138/dBASE-Plus/)[Absolute](https://www.capterra.com/p/115949/Absolute-Manage-MDM/) Needed a big boy database that could handle more users and bigger datasets Review Source Response from Devart October 15, 2025 Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Your feedback helps us to improve the product for everyone. TH Thomas H. CEO Food & Beverages Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easy and fast to use" July 27, 2022 5.0 Pros one of the few software solutions on the market that has done what it was designed to do without any problems and without errors right from the start. Microsft should take a look here ;-) Cons TPgDump component does not provide functionality to backup only some columns/datafields of a table (postgres) and then to only restore these values without restoring all the other existing and possible newer and essential content. Review Source Response from Devart July 10, 2023 Thank you so much for your feedback! We do really appreciate it. NI Niklas I. EDV Support - Datenmanagement - IT Systembetreuung Business Supplies and Equipment Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Reliable and Versatile Database Connectivity Solution :)" June 24, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Universal Data Access Components has been very positive. The product provides a comprehensive and reliable set of tools for database connectivity and data management across different platforms. It helped streamline development by offering a consistent API and strong performance, reducing the complexity of working with multiple database systems. The documentation is helpful, the components are stable, and the regular updates demonstrate a commitment to maintaining quality. Overall, it is a valuable solution that improves productivity and simplifies database application development. Pros What I liked most about Universal Data Access Components is its ability to provide seamless connectivity across multiple database platforms through a single, consistent framework. The components are reliable, well-documented, and easy to integrate into existing applications, which significantly reduces development time. I also appreciate the high performance, broad database support, and flexibility it offers for both simple and complex data access scenarios. The regular updates and responsive support team make it a dependable solution for developers looking to build scalable and maintainable database applications. Cons What I liked least about Universal Data Access Components is that the initial setup and configuration can take some time, especially for developers who are new to the product or working with multiple database types. Some advanced features may also require a bit of learning before they can be used effectively. That said, once everything is configured properly, the tool works reliably and provides strong long-term value. Review Source RS Rainer S. CEO Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Unbeatably good components" March 26, 2025 5.0 The components are easy to deploy, allowing our software to be used with Firebird, Oracle, or MS-SQL without any programming changes. The components have functioned reliably even across multiple versions. Pros I've been using the components for many years. They're very stable and performant. New Delphi versions are also supported immediately. Customer service responds quickly and competently to any questions. Cons I didn't notice anything that wasn't good. Alternatives considered [Firebird](https://www.capterra.com/p/165772/Firebird/) Reason for choosing Universal Data Access Components The components work with the simple Delphi version and save a lot of money with each release. Review Source Response from Devart April 15, 2025 Thank you so much for your feedback! We do really appreciate it. Charles S. Development Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Connectivity....A Lifesaver!" April 28, 2026 5.0 I purchased UniDac for a personal project I am developing with TMS Web Core and XData. Migrating from FireDac to UniDac was problem free. But, I had a vexxing problem for work where we use Microsoft SQL Server. Unfortunately, Microsoft does not make a version compatible with Windows 11 ARM (let alone Management Studio) and made it difficult for me to perform Delphi dev even in a Parallels VM on my M4 Max MBP. I ended up having to install SQL Server in a Docker container. That could be accessed using FireDac. But, there was no easy way to perform backups or to switch databases. So, I wrote a utility using Delphi 12.3 and UniDac to perform database backups and restore. I am a user of dbForge for Postgres. At some point, I expect to purchase a license for MS SQL. Until then, I use BeeKeeper. But, in the end, UniDac has been a lifesaver for me. Pros Its ease of connecting to a variety of databases. I work with Microsoft SQL server by day and Postgres by night. Getting connected to the various instances is a piece of cake. Staying current with the updates - always easy to install. Cons Honestly, the cost for a subscription is a bit of hinderence for the individual developer. FireDac is free and comes with Delphi and the recurring cost for UniDac (like Delphi) can be a drag. Review Source RL Roberto L. CEO Development and Inovations Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Life saver ." June 23, 2026 5.0 It's a lifesaver. As we deal with thousands of connections and queries per minute, UniDAC was a game changer for us. Super easy, the installation and updates are super easy, the customer support is great and the performance and stability is top notch . Pros Great stability, performance and ease to use. Doing thousands of connections and dealing with different databases is almost transpent. The best for sure is the stability of it. It's a great prduct. Cons Honestly, the subscryption price is a bit harsh. Like Rad Studio's anual subscription is a thing to consider but, as a company the benefits surpass by far the price. Review Source JS Jaesam S. Director Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Software Engineer" June 24, 2026 5.0 Pros Universal Data Access Components work very well with Delphi FMX. They are easy to integrate, provide stable and reliable database connectivity across different platforms Cons So far, I have not encountered any significant issues or drawbacks. The components have been stable, reliable, and have met our requirements well throughout development. Review Source MD Marek D. developer Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "UniDAC is feasible upgrade option from older DB components" October 23, 2025 5.0 We use UniDAC for large business app with MsSQL and Firebird databases. UniDAC is highly advanced database component set for Delphi. Pros UniDAC provides native driver for MsSQL - no need for Microsoft OLE DB drivers, wide variety of useful properties and events and good recovery after connection breakdown and reconnect. Cons Fetch records management is hard to use with MsSQL. Opening query with unfetched records leads to "New transaction is not allowed because there are other threads running in the session" when another transaction tries to access same records. We programmed own requery management when user needs more records than initial load (similar to MaxRecords in ADO and client side cursor). Review Source Response from Devart December 17, 2025 Thanks a lot. Your feedback is valuable to us. SZ Solon Z. Software developer Accounting Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Reliable Database Connection with UniDAC and Delphi" September 24, 2025 5.0 We use UniDAC in our company’s EMDI business management software. It has been reliable, fast, and makes it simple to connect with both Firebird and MySQL. I also really like the included dbMonitor tool, which makes it much easier to debug and trace database activity during development. Pros Works great with Firebird, which is our main database, and also with MySQL for our web apps. Easy to use and very stable. Cons Error handling could be improved. In some cases the feedback is not detailed enough, which makes debugging harder and less efficient. Review Source Response from Devart October 15, 2025 Thank you for your feedback. We are always looking for ways to improve. LN Leonardt N. Softwareentwickler Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Zeitersparnis und Stabilität top!" March 27, 2026 5.0 Pros Besonders beeindruckend ist die enorme Zeitersparnis durch die konsistente API: Einmal geschriebener Code funktioniert ohne große Anpassungen für unterschiedlichste Datenbanksysteme. Die Stabilität der Komponenten ist auch bei hohen Datenlasten hervorragend, und die Integration in die IDE (Delphi/C++Builder) fühlt sich sehr nativ und flüssig an. Man merkt einfach, dass hier jahrelange Erfahrung in der Datenbankentwicklung steckt, was das Vertrauen in die eigenen Anwendungen stärkt. Cons Gelegentlich wirken die Fehlermeldungen etwas generisch, was die Ursachenforschung bei Verbindungsproblemen manchmal zeitintensiver macht als nötig. Zudem wäre es wünschenswert, wenn neue Features oder Provider-Updates noch schneller in die Basis-Dokumentation einfließen würden. Review Source IM Ivan M. MD Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Solid data access components with good support" April 27, 2022 5.0 Using UniDac makes writing multi-user database applications , across a range of databases, quick and easy without sacrificing performance or usability. Pros It is straightforward to use, reliable, and gives me access to every feature I need when writing database connected applications, large and small. It plays nice with the other 3rd party components we use such as DevExpress and Fast report etc, and it well documented. Cons Some of the dialogues can be a little clunky but the developer is very responsive. Review Source Response from Devart January 19, 2023 Thanks a lot. Your feedback is valuable to us. LPH Le Peuvedic H. developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The VCL for several database access" July 27, 2022 5.0 Pros Easy to use, look like the BDE ... Several database engine supported. Cons No things wrong in this suite. All is ok... In the future May be a remote database tools for Json could be nice... Review Source Response from Devart January 19, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it! PF Paulo F. TI Building Materials Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Super good component" August 5, 2024 5.0 Until this moment great. Pros What I like most about this component is the simplicity and speed it has with the database. Cons At first I can't complain about this component, I'm just starting to use it, so I don't have all the knowledge about it Review Source Response from Devart August 20, 2024 We are so grateful for your review. ML Martin L. Manager ICT Judiciary Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Universal Data Access" October 5, 2023 5.0 Pros Pretty easy application development, reliability, excellent functionality. Cons I can't think of anything at the moment. Review Source Response from Devart January 11, 2024 Thank you so much for your feedback! AG Artur G. Application developer Broadcast Media Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I do not understand, what is this field for." October 5, 2023 5.0 I't hard for me to admit, that I still do not understand native methods for SQL databases connectivity in Delphi. I'm useing DAC components from very beginning. Pros Very easy to install, easy to use, reliable. Cons Problem with datetime2 field type in MSSQL, it should have automatic conversion to TDateTime. Problem with setting NULL values in INSERT or UPDATE query with params. Review Source Response from Devart January 11, 2024 We are so grateful for your review. aP alexandre P. Dev Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Unidac Review" October 6, 2023 5.0 Pros Direct Acess to databases. Not needing drivers and concentrating all connection demands on the executable is what makes UNIDAC different for me. As far as I've seen, the native options for Delphi and C++ need drivers or libraries to work correctly Cons UNIDAC fully supports me and I would only consider a progressive, more aggressive discount percentage during renewal. Review Source Response from Devart January 11, 2024 Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it! NG Nihat G. develop Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Universal Data Access" July 27, 2022 5.0 Pros It's nice that it allows direct connection to the database. I found that they work faster in databases that connect, I don't know how much it can sell directly to the connection. Cons I had Interbase database connection problems on iOS version Review Source Response from Devart January 19, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We are always looking for ways to improve. PB Peter B. DBA Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Database access everywhere" July 28, 2022 5.0 I've been using it for years and it lnever let me down. Pros I need access to different types of databases from the same program. The transparency lets me do this without having to write a program for each database type. I love it. Cons No Cons for me. Everything I need is available, and the setup is easy Review Source Response from Devart January 19, 2023 We are so grateful for your review. MH Marko H. Developer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great product" May 10, 2022 4.0 Mostly positive. Have some reare random Access violation issues. Pros Multi database support and direct conenct without client. Cons Some bugs I reported to support. For example: - Some versions of MS Sql Server had some serious bugs (fixed already) - Locate for TDateTime doesn work correctly - Some Access violations on random occasions. Review Source Response from Devart January 19, 2023 Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone. GG Gavin G. Director Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Speed, reliability and ease of use." August 30, 2026 5.0 As mentioned above, when we migrated from Delphi's BDE, I was feeling it was going to be a really long, difficult process, but it was not. We use the Devart UniDac components to connect to SQL Server or Sybase databases, within the one app. Using the components now is just second nature. I would never change. Pros The ease of use, speed and reliability of the components. We migrated from Delphi's BDE several years ago and the whole process was very straightforward. It is so much better and so easy to use. The reliability and speed have been excellent and the frequent updates to add new features or to fix small bugs is very much appreciated. They stay on top of user feedback and of new Delphi versions. The whole logic of the components is vastly superior to the old BDE offering which was clumsy and had so much bloat. The last Pro is there is nothing to worry about when distributing an application. There are no dlls or configuring required when installing an app. Cons The only Con is I would wish they could keep the price down a bit. I know there is a lot of work maintaining the product, but with International currency exchanges from the US Dollar to AUD, the final check out price is significantly higher. Perhaps some loyalty discount to long term customers. Review Source RD RONALDO D. programador Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Universal Data Access Components Top demais" June 23, 2026 5.0 Em todos os meus projeto utilizo o componente, por não necessitar de usar dll de bancos de dados com disse antes a facilidade e a praticidade de utilização. Pros O que eu mais gosto é a facilidade de uso e a simplicidade de instalação não ter a necessidade de apontar dlls dentro do meu projeto. Cons Ainda não parei para penar porque sobre o que eu não gostou, uma vez que utilizo em tudo tudo o que e utilizo não tenho nada para reclamar, então não saberia responder o que não gosto. Review Source AH Attila H. Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A useful component package" September 24, 2025 5.0 We are a small company and we mainly work with Firebird and MSSQL databases. We recently started using PostgreSQL and the conversion was surprisingly easy with UniDac. Pros \- easy install and use - excellent performance (Firebird, MSSQL) - easy to learn, simple development Cons \- nothing - Updates arrive relatively often, and we always wonder if they are necessary. We usually wait for less busy days and install them then, so far we have not had any compatibility issues. Review Source Response from Devart October 15, 2025 Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it! CB Chris B. Technical Director and Lead Developer Restaurants Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best Database Compoonents for Delphi" June 24, 2025 5.0 We've been using it for more than 10 years. Awesome product, and will probably keep on using it for the foreseeable future. Pros Ease of use and the myriad of databases to connect to instantly. Easy to install and almost no learning curve coming from a Delphi background using their components. Cons Nothing. Everything is just fantastic! Like I said, if you are a Delphi programmer coming from the Borland BDE days and working with the standard database components, you'll find these extremely easy to integrate with. Review Source Response from Devart October 15, 2025 We are so grateful for your review. YR Yeoh R. Programmer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great set of data access components" June 26, 2025 5.0 We have been using this library for almost 20 years now, and found it reliable, easy-to-use, and frequently updated to support new database versions. Pros Wide range of databases supported. Supports database-specific features. Good variety of components to support many use cases. Easy to use. Fantastic support. Cons Have not encountered any major issues in our almost 20 years using this set of data access components. Review Source Response from Devart October 15, 2025 Thanks a lot. Your feedback is valuable to us. Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.