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PB
Senior Technical Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Microsoft Azure is ultimately the most valueble cloud platform it todays market."
What do you like best about Microsoft Azure?

Microsoft Azure has the best user interface among all it's competetors. It is very easy to use and the understang. You can spin up a Virtual Machine in just 5 mins. Everything is UI based and you can what all is happening clearly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft Azure?

I like everything about Microsoft Azure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Financial Services
UF
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Best CSP-Microsoft Azure"
What do you like best about Microsoft Azure?

It is more beneficial for our organization to migrate from on-premise to cloud due to the pay-as-you-go model, scalability, and elasticity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft Azure?

The dislike about Microsoft Azure is GUI,there can improve the user interface more user friendly Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jaime M.
JM
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Excellent option from top company"
What do you like best about Microsoft Azure?

That it is a system developed by Microsoft, a company with power and credibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft Azure?

It started as an extremely expensive option from what I remember. Renting servers with Windows and SQL Server installad to manage the whole computer, is still too expensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rajath S.
RS
Associate Software Developer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"very satisfactory experience with Azure SQL"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

I liked it its scalability, seamless easy integrations, very good performance and secured Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Allthough has flexible pricing but still the cost is bit too much the cost can escalate as you scale up resources and very expensive for large scale deployments

Complex-if you are new to this,then its gonna be very complex to understand and require advanced configurations and optimizations Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Chris G.
CG
SME - Data Business Analyst
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL Database Review by a Daily user"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Very powerful and useful database Integration. Gives solutions to variuos analysis options due to that. Also it's helpful and daily use with right support too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

At first we had a bit of tough time while moving to Azure cloud from On-Prem and personally I felt those customization could have been bit better Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Hosam K.
HK
BI Developer
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Reliable Cloud-Based SQL Database."
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database is a fully managed service, highly available, scalable, and has automatic backup and restore features that make it easy to restore data in disasters. The service is well-documented and supported by sufficient tutorials and support forums. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database can be more expensive than other cloud database services. Also, the service doesn’t allow for more control over the underlying infrastructure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JV
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Best Cloud Platform to work with"
What do you like best about Microsoft Azure?

I have been working with Azure for past 2 years. It is easy to use. The solutions in Azure are easier to implement when compared to other clouds. It has a lot of features. Also the Azure Customer support is so good. They respond to incidents instantly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft Azure?

There can be bugs in services in preview mode. Azure cloud is changing instantly. A lot of changes are happening every day making it not easy to track. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SA
Application Developer
Information Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Azure: Simplifying Cloud Deployment and Management"
What do you like best about Microsoft Azure?

What I like best about Microsoft Azure is its robust scalability, extensive range of services, and strong security measures. The ability to quickly scale resources and the comprehensive suite of cloud services allows my organization to meet our evolving business needs efficiently. The advanced security features provide peace of mind in safeguarding our data and applications. Overall, Azure's flexibility, and certain advanced features within Azure require a higher level of technical expertise to configure and manage effectively. As someone with limited knowledge in those areas, I have faced difficulties utilizing these features to their full potential. the wide array of services and commitment to security make it an exceptional choice for our cloud computing requirements Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft Azure?

certain advanced features within Azure require a higher level of technical expertise to configure and manage effectively. As someone with limited knowledge in those areas, I have faced difficulties utilizing these features to their full potential. I have encountered occasional performance issues and service disruptions, which have caused minor disruptions to our operations. However, it's worth noting that Microsoft actively addresses these concerns and improves Azure's overall reliability. Despite these challenges, Azure still provides a robust and feature-rich cloud platform that meets many of our organization's needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PIYUSH K.
PK
Trainer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Seamless Performance and Scalability: Exploring the Power of Azure SQL Database"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

Azure SQL Database offers an exceptional blend of performance, scalability, and ease of management. Its seamless integration with the Azure ecosystem allows effortless resource scaling, ensuring optimal performance even during peak loads. The intelligent query optimization and built-in AI-driven features enhance efficiency, while automated backups and high availability features provide robust data protection. The platform's managed services alleviate the complexities of database administration, letting users focus on innovation rather than maintenance. Whether for small-scale projects or enterprise-level applications, Azure SQL Database's versatility and cloud-native advantages make it a top choice, enabling hassle-free database management and growth. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

While Azure SQL Database offers numerous benefits, there are a few areas that some users might find challenging. One potential drawback is the cost, as the pricing structure can become complex, especially when considering additional features and resources. Additionally, advanced customization options might be limited compared to an on-premises database solution, potentially causing restrictions for businesses with highly specific needs. Users who are accustomed to certain traditional database management tools may need some time to adapt to Azure's unique interface. Despite these limitations, Microsoft continually improves Azure SQL Database, and the trade-offs are often outweighed by the convenience, scalability, and managed services it provides. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Banking
UB
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Azure SQL Database Review"
What do you like best about Azure SQL Database?

The best thing about Azure SQl Database is it offers serverless capabilities and also provides multi zone availability.

It also offers scalability features so that the database can scale based on the demand.

Are SQL DB can easily be integrated with other Azure services. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Azure SQL Database?

The cost model associated with azure SQL db is more complex to understand other that this it is best cloud database. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

17 months

Average Discount

11%

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