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At a Glance
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Star Rating
(2,217)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.9% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
Star Rating
(37)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.9% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Microsoft SQL Server excels in Query Language with a score of 9.2, while SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) follows with a score of 8.6. Reviewers mention that SQL Server's T-SQL is particularly powerful for complex queries.
  • Reviewers say that Microsoft SQL Server's Data Migration capabilities are rated at 9.0, indicating a smoother transition process compared to SAP ASE, which lacks the same level of user-friendly migration tools.
  • G2 users highlight that Microsoft SQL Server offers superior Backup and Recovery options, scoring 9.0, while SAP ASE scores slightly lower at 8.4. Users appreciate SQL Server's automated backup features that enhance data safety.
  • Users on G2 mention that Microsoft SQL Server's Performance Analysis tools, rated at 8.9, provide more comprehensive insights compared to SAP ASE's 8.3, making it easier to optimize database performance.
  • Reviewers mention that Microsoft SQL Server's User Access Control features, scoring 9.1, are more robust than those of SAP ASE, which scored 8.1. Users appreciate the granularity of permissions available in SQL Server.
  • Users say that Microsoft SQL Server's Data Types support, rated at 9.0, is more extensive than SAP ASE's 8.2, allowing for greater flexibility in handling various data formats.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft SQL Server
No pricing available
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
No pricing available
Free Trial
Microsoft SQL Server
No trial information available
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,817
8.7
28
Ease of Use
8.6
1,831
7.7
29
Ease of Setup
8.1
952
8.6
13
Ease of Admin
8.3
929
8.8
13
Quality of Support
8.3
1,611
8.0
27
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
879
7.9
13
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
1,787
7.4
27
Features by Category
Database Management Systems (DBMS)Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
9.0
142
Not enough data
Management
8.9
133
Not enough data
8.9
132
Not enough data
9.3
138
Not enough data
8.9
133
Not enough data
8.9
135
Not enough data
Maintenance
8.9
133
Not enough data
9.0
138
Not enough data
9.0
134
Not enough data
Security
8.9
132
Not enough data
9.1
134
Not enough data
8.9
1,400
8.4
24
Management
9.1
119
8.2
18
9.2
120
8.6
18
8.7
106
8.3
18
8.8
112
8.3
18
Support
8.7
114
8.0
18
9.1
118
8.2
17
8.7
113
8.6
17
8.6
117
8.4
18
Security
8.9
117
8.1
17
9.1
117
8.1
17
8.8
114
8.1
18
9.0
117
9.3
18
Performance
8.7
114
8.4
18
8.8
112
8.2
18
8.7
117
8.7
18
8.6
115
8.7
17
8.8
116
8.5
16
Database Features
8.9
1252
8.3
24
9.0
1257
8.8
24
8.9
1265
8.5
24
8.7
1231
8.6
22
8.8
1233
8.8
24
8.8
1240
7.9
24
9.1
1260
8.2
21
Big Data Processing and DistributionHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.5
50
Not enough data
Database
8.7
49
Not enough data
8.9
50
Not enough data
8.4
47
Not enough data
Integrations
7.9
38
Not enough data
8.3
38
Not enough data
Platform
8.3
43
Not enough data
8.6
46
Not enough data
8.3
38
Not enough data
Processing
8.5
45
Not enough data
8.4
48
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
Microsoft SQL Server and SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) are categorized as Relational Databases
Unique Categories
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
18.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
36.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
45.9%
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
27.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Information Technology and Services
24.1%
Computer Software
13.8%
Hospital & Health Care
5.5%
Financial Services
4.1%
Higher Education
2.9%
Other
49.6%
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
Information Technology and Services
16.7%
Computer Software
11.1%
Insurance
5.6%
Banking
5.6%
Manufacturing
2.8%
Other
58.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Elizabeth G.
EG
Elizabeth G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

For my use cases, microsoft sql has been pretty cooperative.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Biotechnology
GB
Verified User in Biotechnology

Nothing. Its a great program and each and every feature of it likeable.

SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Vyankatesh M.
VM
Vyankatesh M.
Verified User in Professional Training & Coaching

SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) is a robust relational database management system (RDBMS) that offers high performance, scalability, and reliability for enterprise-level applications. As a seasoned solution in the market, ASE has garnered a reputation...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
GI
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Having a limit as to how many you can have open at once

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Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server Alternatives
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SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) Alternatives
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Discussions
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SQL Server Discussions
What is the best way to save your queries?
4 comments
CA
I recommend that you use the saved querys in plain text or .sql or txt format you can use the same sql server query creator or a notepad +++ tool, they are...Read more
How could I make much easier the experience with the order of my database?
4 comments
Afolabi F.
AF
You can create different tables with your employee information eg employee table, employee roles etc. Then you can create a single view that will pull data...Read more
How can I work on the same query if the connection is lost (timeout) and then I reconnect?
4 comments
JE
When this happens to me in SQL Server Management Studio, I just have to type USE {your database name here} and then select only that statement and execute...Read more
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE)
SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) Discussions
Is SAP ASE same as Sybase?
1 comment
Satyan M.
SM
Yes, SAP ASE (Adaptive Server Enterprise) is the same as Sybase. SAP ASE is a relational database management system (RDBMS) developed and marketed by Sybase,...Read more
What is SAP ASE Backup Server?
1 comment
Yasir L.
YL
SAP ASE (Adaptive Server Enterprise) Backup Server is a component of SAP ASE, which is a relational database management system (RDBMS) developed by SAP. The...Read more
What is Sybase Adaptive Server Enterprise?
1 comment
Yasir L.
YL
Relational Database Management System (RDBMS): ASE is built on a relational database model, organizing data into tables with rows and columns. It supports...Read more