Microsoft Azure SQL Database vs Redis comparison

The compared Microsoft and RedisLabs solutions aren't in the same category. Microsoft is ranked #1 in DS , with an average rating of 8.7, and holds a 15.9% mindshare in the category. RedisLabs is ranked #1 in IMDS , with an average rating of 8.8, and holds a 16.8% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of RedisLabs users who would recommend it.

Microsoft Azure SQL Database

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96% willing to recommend

Redis

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100% willing to recommend

Microsoft Azure SQL Database

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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Azure SQL Database and Redis based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Database as a Service (DBaaS) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Azure SQL Database

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

117

Ranking in other categories

Database as a Service (DBaaS) (1st)

Redis

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

NoSQL Databases (7th), In-Memory Data Store Services (1st), Vector Databases (4th)

Mindshare comparison

Microsoft Azure SQL Database and Redis aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Microsoft Azure SQL Database is designed for Database as a Service (DBaaS) and holds a mindshare of 15.9%, down 18.3% compared to last year.
Redis, on the other hand, focuses on In-Memory Data Store Services, holds 16.8% mindshare, down 17.4% since last year.

Database as a Service (DBaaS)

In-Memory Data Store Services

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Charley Hanania

Data Platform Specialist at QS2 AG - Quality Software Solutions

It is very easy to implement, manage, and offers great insights into what is happening inside the engine

Microsoft Azure SQL Database is integrated into other Azure capabilities and has a great foundation being on SQL Server with a long history of security, performance, and usability from a DBA perspective. Once you've set up a server, adding databases is easy. There's a minor challenge with having data in separate databases that you want to connect like we do on premises. I'm looking forward to using some of these new AI-driven functions that have come out around vectorization. Having the data closer to my transactional databases or data makes it easy to augment and enhance the Database and applications I currently use. It's great that Azure SQL now seamlessly integrates with Microsoft Fabric. It's a first-tier service in the cloud that connects to web applications and other databases. The data transformation orchestration capabilities within Database Factory and similar capabilities make it effortless to move that stuff forward.

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Yaseer Arafat

.Net Developer at Freelance

Unmatched Performance and Scalability for Modern Applications

Redis has room for improvement in a few areas. Enhanced tools for managing and monitoring clusters would be beneficial, as would built-in security mechanisms like advanced encryption and granular access controls. Simplifying setup and configuration could make Redis more accessible to new users. Introducing more enterprise-grade features, such as better multi-tenancy support and improved backup and restore capabilities, would also be advantageous. For the next release, it would be great to see enhanced cluster management tools, native multi-region supports for better data redundancy, integrated analytics for deeper insights, AI and ML integration features, and improved developer experience through enhanced SDKs and tools.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The initial setup is very easy. It's extremely straightforward."

"The initial setup was straightforward. Deployment takes about one hour."

"The initial setup is straightforward."

"The backup features are the most valuable."

"The ease of provisioning and administration is most valuable."

"The stability is good."

"Microsoft Azure SQL Database has significantly improved our operations by allowing us to extract data and generate comprehensive reports in Power BI."

"In terms of stability, because Microsoft is the underlying technology, they are much more stable than say Oracle. Since 2014 they did a great job in offering stability, performance and high visibility on the solution, especially in comparison to the other competitors."

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"Redis acts as an in-memory search tool that improves the speed of operations."

"Redis is a simple service that does what it promises."

"The ability to fetch and save data quickly is valuable."

"It is particularly efficient for cloud-based storage and operations."

"The most valuable features of Redis are its ease of use and speed. It does not have access to the disc and it is fast."

"The solution is fast, provides good performance, and is not too expensive."

"I use Redis mostly to cache repeated data that is required."

"The performance of Redis is very fast."

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Cons

"There needs to be a hybrid model for situations where not all customers want a cloud-based SQL solution."

"I want the pricing to be improved."

"If the product could support applications requiring an SQL server for installation, by using SQL Azure as a backend, that would be useful."

"There is a need for dynamic scaling support without losing current transactions. That should be part of the standard offering to SKUs. It doesn't have Auto SQL. We have HyperSQL, but there are limitations on the Elastic Pool. It only allows 25 databases. It would help if we could automatically analyze and optimize long-running queries instead of handling these tasks manually."

"Support isn't that great. They need to work on this aspect of their service. It can be challenging to reach them."

"The document storage is primarily relational, which is not ideally suited for SQL. If there were better integration with SharePoint for document handling in SQL, it would greatly benefit the organization. Moreover, the current on-premise limitations prevent direct file pulling, limiting certain capabilities."

"The product could be more competitive in terms of features, security, and scalability."

"We have a very small database running on SQL Azure. We have not been able to load bigger systems on it. It is still not something that is feasible. All our heavy-duty systems are on SAP, and it should have more compatibility with other vendors such as SAP. Its price can definitely be lower. It is pretty pricey."

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"The development of clusters could improve. Additionally, it would be helpful if it was integrated with Amazon AWS or Google Cloud."

"It's actually quite expensive."

"There is room for AWS to provide more options for server types or a way to configure more or less memory for them."

"The tool should improve by increasing its size limits and handling dynamic data better. We use the client ID or associate it with a key for static content. The solution will not be easy for a beginner. Unless you understand SQL data, it will be difficult to understand and use Redis. It also needs to be user-friendly."

"In future releases, I would like Redis to provide its users with an option like schema validation. Currently, the solution lacks to offer such functionality."

"The initial setup took some time as our technical team needed to familiarize themselves with Redis."

"Redis should have an option to operate without Docker on a local PC."

"Redis could be improved by introducing a GUI to display key-value pair database information, as it is currently a CLI tool with no visual representation."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We have the licensing fee, and we are also paying a third party to maintain it with an SLA. There is no infrastructure cost, but its running costs are higher than expected. There is the cost of the Azure cloud, which is pricier than expected, but it is not specific to SQL Azure. It is specific to the cloud. You expect it to be cheaper, but it is more expensive to run it."

"We have had some issues with the licensing of the solution."

"The solution is moderately expensive."

"The solution is expensive."

"It is expensive. Snowflake and PostgreSQL are cheaper than this. Google is also cheaper than Azure. Its licensing is on a pay-as-you-go basis. It is based on usage and storage."

"I would like it to be cheaper, but comparatively, it is reasonably priced."

"I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"There is no licensing cost for the solution."

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"Redis is not an overpriced solution."

"Redis is an open-source solution. There are not any hidden fees."

"Redis is an open-source product."

"We saw an ROI. It made the processing of our transactions faster."

"The tool is open-source. There are no additional costs."

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Educational Organization

72%

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Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

22%

Computer Software Company

15%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SQL Azure?

The automated scalability feature of SQL Azure has proven to be highly beneficial, particularly when deployed in the cloud.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SQL Azure?

The pricing of Microsoft Azure SQL Database is not cheap, affecting user uptake. A gradual reduction in price could improve accessibility and user numbers, making it easier for users to adopt the s...

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What needs improvement with SQL Azure?

Pricing could be improved to make Microsoft Azure SQL Database ( /products/microsoft-azure-sql-database-reviews ) more accessible. A reduction in price might encourage more users and bring more pro...

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What do you like most about Redis?

Redis is better tested and is used by large companies. I haven't found a direct alternative to what Redis offers. Plus, there are a lot of support and learning resources available, which help you u...

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What needs improvement with Redis?

There are a few areas where Redis could improve. The pub-sub capabilities could be optimized to handle network sessions better, as there are challenges with maintaining sessions between clients and...

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What is your primary use case for Redis?

We use Redis ( /products/redis-reviews ) for several purposes, including ranking, counting, saving, sharing, caching, and setting time-to-live notifications. These functionalities are employed acro...

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Overview

Microsoft Azure SQL Database is a relational database-as-a-service that delivers predictable performance, scalability, business continuity, data protection, and near-zero administration to cloud developers and solution architects. This is the deep technical library for Azure SQL Database.

Microsoft

Redis is a high-performance, scalable, and easy-to-use caching solution that improves application performance. It is also used for session management, real-time analytics, and as a message broker.

Redis's valuable features include its ability to handle large amounts of data quickly, its simplicity and straightforward setup process, and its support for various data structures, providing flexibility for different use cases.

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Sample Customers

adnymics GmbH, LG CNS, Centrebet, netfabb GmbH, MedPlast, Accelera Solutions, Sochi Organizing Committee, realzeit GmbH

1. Twitter 2. GitHub 3. StackOverflow 4. Pinterest 5. Snapchat 6. Craigslist 7. Digg 8. Weibo 9. Airbnb 10. Uber 11. Slack 12. Trello 13. Shopify 14. Coursera 15. Medium 16. Twitch 17. Foursquare 18. Meetup 19. Kickstarter 20. Docker 21. Heroku 22. Bitbucket 23. Groupon 24. Flipboard 25. SoundCloud 26. BuzzFeed 27. Disqus 28. The New York Times 29. Walmart 30. Nike 31. Sony 32. Philips

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