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We performed a comparison between MariaDB and Oracle Java DB based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Relational Databases Tools solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed MariaDB vs. Oracle Java DB Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Pros
"Great monitoring and performance stability.""This solution is user-friendly.""The solution has PL/SQL compatibility.""What I like best about MariaDB is that it is open-source and reliable.""I like the global transaction IDs (GTIDs) feature. It's quite reliable for replication between a master and a replica server, and it's a feature that MySQL also has but implemented differently.""The solution is very easy to implement.""It is very simple to install, and the commands are exactly the same as MySQL.""The speed and functionality are the most valuable features."

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"Able to write queries more efficiently and the management of data has become better and easier.""The most valuable feature is automation.""It has a programming language so anything that we require for Selenium is all available there.""The solution is stable.""There have been no issues in relation to stability. We've never really had do to any recoveries. It is very stable.""It's very clever.""The additional value of having Java inside the Oracle database is all the security that is applied to an Oracle database will be enforced on Java's stored procedures as well."

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Cons
"I am editing.""It's not very stable. It needs improvement.""The solution is not scalable.""In future releases, mainly the addition of security features would be beneficial for MariaDB.""Lacks time series data and additional driving support would be helpful.""MariaDB doesn't handle long or complex SQL queries quite as well as Oracle Database.""There is not much support available.""The configuration could be improved. It should be easier."

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"The solution should continue to keep updating and improving the Java language.""Needs improvement in consistency issues with respect to timeframes.""In terms of improvement, I'd like an automation tool that is lower priced. The core prices are very high.""The biggest lesson that I have learned from using Oracle products is vendor lock-in.""It'll be better if Oracle Java supports open source technologies, like Node.js.""The solution could be more user-friendly."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The price of this solution represents a very good compromise between the cost and what it offers."
  • "It's an open-source solution."
  • "The licensing cost is approximately $4000.00 per year and the licensing is based on the software and the number of posts that you make."
  • "I used the open-source version, which is available free of charge."
  • "This is an open-source product, which can be used free of charge."
  • "This is an open source solution with no licensing fees."
  • "MariaDB is open-source and self-hosted."
  • "When it comes to MariaDB, it should have a more cost-effective license."
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  • "The product's pricing is very friendly, with no extra costs after the licensing fees."
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    Overview

    MariaDB is an open source relational database created by the original founders of MySQL. It is considered one of the most popular and trusted database servers throughout the world. MariaDB is a valued component found in most cloud offerings and is the default in many Linux tools. It is also widely used by Wikipedia, WordPress, and Google, among other well-known sites. Maria DB easily melds data into concise information from a vast array of applications, such as banking, online shopping, websites, and more.

    MariaDB was originally created to improve MySQL performance. It is the most widely chosen database server due to the solution being super fast, robust, user-friendly, and easily scalable. MariaDB also offers a substantial ecosystem of plugins, storage engines, and numerous other valuable tools that make it very attractive for a significant offering of use cases.

    The solution’s newest functionalities include compatibility with Oracle Database and Temporal Data Tables, and advanced clustering with Galera Cluster 4, which make it easier for users to research data history from any point in the past. Additionally, the most recent versions include JSON and GIS features. MariaDB is committed to staying an open source solution.

    MariaDB Features

    • More storage: MariaDB works with more storage engines than MySQL and most other database servers available. Some storage options include, but are not limited to ARCHIVE, MERGE, CSV, MEMORY, BLACKHOLE, MyISAM, ColumnStore, MyRocks, and Cassandra.

    • Super fast: MariaDB offers faster authentication checks. The FlushSSL permits SSL certificates to be reloaded without a server restart, resulting in huge time savings.

    • Improved testing: MariaDB offers an extending testing suite that runs faster and can test more than ever before. Bugs can be easily fixed and invalid tests removed.

    • Genuinely open source: Every code in MariaDB is GPL, LGPL, or BSD. Client libraries [for Windows (ODBC), Java (JDBC), or C] allow linking to closed source software. All fixed bug cases and development plans are completely public. MariaDB is a community-developed solution representing the true spirit of open source products.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Faustine C., Engineering Supervisor- Corporate Data Solutions and Services at TZ Telecoms Corporation, shares, “The software provides a lot of information on what is happening inside the database. For most performance parameters it is easy to know if something is not right in the configuration or optimization which helps engineers take remedial fine-tuning measures. For example, if the database is underperforming it is easy to know which performance parameter can be adjusted to handle the workload. It is difficult to troubleshoot database issues if many performance parameters can not be monitored or debugged which is the case with some database management systems. It provides great monitoring of data storage, processing, and performance stability which is really important for real-time data storage and processing. It's a user-friendly product.”

    A PeerSpot user who is a Senior Engineer at a tech services company relates, “ The solution's high availability is its most valuable aspect. We have found the product to be stable and the initial setup is pretty simple. I'd rate the solution at a ten out of ten. I'm very happy with it overall. I would recommend the solution to others. It's easy to find details about the product online and to learn about it.”

    Java DB is a relational database management system (RDBMS). Data is stored and queried via SQL or JDBC. Like other RDBMSs, Java DB can also be accessed through a persistence layer such as JPA, Hibernate, or JDO. Java objects can be stored in the columns of Java DB tables.

    Sample Customers
    Google, Wikipedia, Tencent, Verizon, DBS Bank, Deutsche Bank, Telefónica, Huatai Securities
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    Computer Software Company19%
    Manufacturing Company16%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Educational Organization8%
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    Financial Services Firm20%
    Computer Software Company11%
    Educational Organization11%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise40%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise57%
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    Small Business40%
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    Buyer's Guide
    MariaDB vs. Oracle Java DB
    May 2024
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    MariaDB is ranked 5th in Relational Databases Tools with 52 reviews while Oracle Java DB is ranked 23rd in Relational Databases Tools with 7 reviews. MariaDB is rated 8.2, while Oracle Java DB is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of MariaDB writes "Simultaneously use active server capabilities but lacks the maturity ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Oracle Java DB writes "Ability to handle large volumes and data sets but could be more user-friendly". MariaDB is most compared with SQL Server, Oracle Database, Firebird SQL, PostgreSQL and MySQL, whereas Oracle Java DB is most compared with MySQL, Oracle Database, SQL Server, SAP HANA and SingleStore. See our MariaDB vs. Oracle Java DB report.

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