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MySQL has a free version and offers a free trial. MySQL paid version starts at US$2,000.00/year.
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- Industry: Translation & Localization
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Quick and easy database management solution
We set up a MySQL database to store and query data from our application, which writes daily to the DB. We never had any issue with it, which is just great.
Pros
MySQL consistently delivers exceptional performance, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, from small-scale projects to large enterprise systems. Its optimized query execution, indexing mechanisms, and caching strategies contribute to efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
Cons
Fine-tuning settings for optimal performance can require in-depth knowledge, and improper configurations may impact system stability.
- Industry: E-Learning
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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My Experience With MySQL
I have been using MySQL since 2005. At the beginning of using it, I didn't create a backup and lost one of my websites. Until I purchased a back-up service, I did back-ups myself and it was very time consuming because of my website size. Now, with a back-up service my database is always safe. MySQL is a very sturdy platform as it has always been a great foundation for my websites over the years.
Pros
The MySQL interactive program makes it easy for anyone to create a simple database that connects with it. I have created many such databases over the years without problems. It usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
Cons
If a MySQL database is hacked or there is a bug, it cannot be repaired or replaced in most cases without a backup. Backups must be done on a regular basis. There is usually a cost for back-ups.
- Industry: Accounting
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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Value benefit product
Pros
ease of use, user friendly, good interface
Cons
not updated with latest requirements of my field
- Industry: Sports
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Fantabulous Database Management Program
Pros
Databases management in one place is what I like most about MySQL.
Cons
It was quite daunting to deploy MySQL, but we acquired third-party system integrators.
- Industry: Program Development
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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A thinking about MySQL
Pros
MySQL is an extremely sophisticated and adaptable open-source relational database management system. It is simple to set up and operate, and it is extremely flexible, allowing customers to personalize the system to their individual requirements. MySQL is an excellent solution for businesses of all sizes due to its extensive range of features and capabilities.
Cons
It can be troublesome to import big MySQL databases from one host to another. Remember that there may be website issues, process breakdowns during uploading or importing that require you to restart, or the import that does not fully transfer everything. I've figured out a way around this multiple times with only a massive dump. Other than that, it has gotten better with time, and as of the most recent version, I have to say that it is performing flawlessly.
- Industry: Accounting
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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MySQL since university
started using MySQL at university and in every project that I create nowadays I use it because it's simple to integrate and I feel like on every language that I have worked it is easy to use it
Pros
The SQL service of MySQL it's Great beside that was the first SQL management language that I learned at university.
Cons
Some university instructors didn't not want us to use it in our projects where telling us to use SQL Server.
- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Love MySQL's query style but too slow when compare with MongoDB
I have about 5 years experience with mysql.
Pros
I like normalization on MySQL and also love query style.
Cons
I don't like slow. If I compare with MySQL and MongoDB, MongoDB is so fast.
- Industry: Business Supplies & Equipment
- Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Easy to learn and use - effective tool
Overall wonderful experience and great learning tool
Pros
Very user friendly and easy to learn and connect
Cons
Large datasets are not easily supported and may not be compatible

- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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Starting My Database Journey with MySQL: Challenges and Comforts
I began my university projects with this software, and at first, I had difficulty adapting to its tools, which were not very user-friendly. However, on the other hand, I feel comfortable knowing that my information is secure with the software. It is of good quality and security, and it has also been useful to me in data migration. I started my professional journey with this software, and it helped me learn the fundamentals of databases for my future projects.
Pros
I have been using it for a year, and I like its compatibility with various applications and its secure, reliable software for storing requested information. The best part is that it is scalable to use in small personal projects and can be scaled up for use in large organizations.
Cons
What I liked the least is that it can get confusing in many tools and can be challenging for new users who start using this software; it can be complicated.
- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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SIMPLICITY AND ECONOMICAL
Pros
Coming from a country where life is at its hardest I have to spend less and get the most out of the little, MySQL has made this possible because it is free.
The other thing I love about MySQL is its simplicity, installing and setting it up is just so easy.
Cons
When large applications, backing up of all the data is necessary at all given time because there might be instances of data loss.
- Industry: Management Consulting
- Company size: 10,000+ Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Simple yet powerful
Pros
Very simple to get started with and take advantage of a broad set of features. Low learning curve to master it. In depth documentation with a large community support. Plethora of robust tools to support it, like the MySQL Workbench.
Cons
There are some not so intuitive functionalities that you have to look up the documentation to understand and work around. One of them is killing a query in process. Also, the profiler tool is not as powerful as some of the competitor DBMS.
- Industry: Industrial Automation
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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Review about mysql
We run our pos software database with mysql databases
Pros
Easy to use and very scalable for our organization
Cons
For now we see everything we need for our operation is present
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PostgreSQLReasons for Switching to MySQL
Easy to use- Industry: Banking
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for Free Trial
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MySQL: A Widely Supported Solution with Some Feature Limitations
I have over 3 years experience with MySQL.
Pros
MySQL is one of the most widely used databases, meaning there’s extensive documentation, community support, and established best practices that can assist in troubleshooting and optimization.
Cons
Compared to other databases like PostgreSQL or Oracle, MySQL lacks some advanced features such as full-text search and partial indexes, which may be a limitation for certain use cases.
- Industry: Banking
- Company size: 10,000+ Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Our go to tool for all things Data
Pros
We have being using MySQL for a number of years now and are very happy wih it. We found the training courses extremely useful and the support options are very helpful also
Cons
We have had nothing but positive experiences to date with MySQL
- Industry: Education Management
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Review Of MySQL
Other relational database management solutions are simply too complex for me, thus this really helps. Thus, I choose MySQL because I knew it was simple to learn but didn't anticipate it to be this simple to understand. As a result, it saved me a lot of time and is ideal for me.
Pros
MySQL is the most economical and accessible database management system. Furthermore, it is the most widespread DBMS. I need to use the host and port number to connect to the database, and I can instantly build simple queries for data retrieval and insertion. Also, because read queries appear to be written in ordinary English, they are considerably simpler to interpret.
Cons
My knowledge indicates that MySQL is not the best choice for handling complicated or large volumes of data. MySQL is not the best choice for applications that require to manage data in real-time.
- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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MySQL for Machine learning and webs!!!!!
Pros
MySQL is easy to use and operate. It is one of the widest and well known SQL databases with a very huge community support. It can be used for Machine learning and NLP based analysis and even for big data analytics. Helping get insights over recommendation systems and social networks from the within the SQL database architecture.
Cons
MySQL has somedocument gaps related to use of it although this is the rare case but when this error somewhat occurs it gets problematic.
- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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Mysql Review
MySQL has been integral in adressing our data management needs, ensuring data integrity within budget. Its reliability and scalability have streamlined development and helped us efficiently solve business problems related to data storage and retrieval.
Pros
It's a reliable database system that can scale well, both vertically and horizontally, allowing business to grow their application without major disruptions. Has a large and active user community where you can find a wealth of resources and third-party tools to help. The fact that is open-source is a big factor.
Cons
Complex configuration and lack of some advance features and functionality, especially in areas like analytics and reporting. Enterprise-level support can be costly.
- Industry: Education Management
- Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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My first love in SQL management system
Pros
Best to work on in terminal, it's cool to use it. Also comes with a workbench that makes it easy to operate in many conditions.
Cons
There are many alternatives available in the market, there is no innovation in recent future.
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for Free Trial
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An unlimited world in the database
MySQL can serve almost all users thanks to the multi-platform it supports. It has an easy and simple interface design. It provides an easy and efficient working environment thanks to its relational database feature. resource consumption is close to minimum considering the results it provides. free versions are also at a level that can meet almost all demands.
Pros
Compared to its competitors on the market, its free versions, multi-platform support and a powerful engine make it one step ahead of many software. It is ideal for integrating with other software in a much wider framework and communicating with data much faster, especially outside of patterns. Although it has minimum resource consumption, it offers maximum performance. A limited number of rows can process data without locking and deliver results quickly. In the paid versions, you can make transactions at the corporate level or commercially.
Cons
You should plan your preferences and needs well. If you cannot communicate well the session software and database software you will use, this may cause you problems. You should read the release notes well and activate the latest software.
- Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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Great database software
Pros
Great tool for querying database and sql.
Cons
not as great/ better as oracle sql and pl/sql.
- Industry: Food Production
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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Definitely worth it
Am majorly using SQL for back up and recovery since SQL can handle large volumes of data.
Pros
It is easy to create new tables and easily allows to drop previously defined tables. Plus no long lines of codes are required, just use of basic key words like;SELECT and UPDATE
Cons
SQL databases can be complex to set up and manage, requiring one to be highly skilled to be able to manage/create databases.
- Industry: Research
- Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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Build your reliable big data database
We used MySQL to implement databases holding biological data in huge quantities, then exposed through a web application.
Pros
The ability of MySQL to hold huge databases without issues, and a particularly fine-grained control on the database settings, access permission and optimization.
Cons
Performances were not always impeccable, though I doubt that competitors can do much better with that amount of data.
Alternatives Considered
PostgreSQL- Industry: E-Learning
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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Best DBRM system
Pros
easy to use, readable documentation, big community
Cons
i dont know about like least this product.
- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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MySQL - An easy database connector
Pros
It's easy to use interface and beginner friendly dashboard. Database connectivity is also very fast.
Cons
It's data storage function can be made more simple and user friendly.
- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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great free choice
Pros
Comparing it with mssql, this database wins in its free version for the simplest installation and configuration.remains the first choice for developing web applications while still losing some points for desktop solutions
Cons
its native workbench is excellent, and the online community is excellent for solving problems and finding ready-made solutions ready to be used or incorporatedI find the incompatibility of the countless versions of the ODBC drivers penalizing and the lack of a tool in the installation set which is completed by the use of third-party tools such as HeideSql