--- description: Get detailed information about Microsoft SQL Server and how it can help you meet your business needs. Learn more about Microsoft SQL Server price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in Singapore. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Microsoft SQL Server Pricing, Cost & Reviews - Capterra Singapore 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Database Software](/directory/18/database-management/software) > [Microsoft SQL Server](/software/1417/sql-server) # Microsoft SQL Server Canonical: https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/1417/sql-server Page: 1 / 81\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/1417/sql-server?page=2) > Database and analysis offering for rapidly delivering the next generation of scalable e-commerce \& line-of-business solutions. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 1981 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Microsoft SQL Server? Companies of all sizes, looking for database management software ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 1981 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$13,748.00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: SQL Server offers a 180-day free trial for new users, after which the software is available across various pricing tiers Enterprise - $13748 Standard (per core) - $3586 Standard (server) - $899 Standard (CAL) - $209 Developer – Available to users for free Express – Available to users for free Additional cost for subscriptions and add-ons include - SQL Server Enterprise - $5434/year SQL Server Standard - $1418/year Big data node cores - $400/year - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English, French - **Available Countries**: France, Italy, United States ## Features - Ad hoc Reporting - Backup and Recovery - Collaboration Tools - Dashboard - Data Connectors - Data Import/Export - Data Replication - Data Synchronization - Data Visualization - Multiple Data Sources - Performance Metrics - Predictive Analytics - Reporting & Statistics - Search/Filter - Visual Analytics ## Integrations (5 total) - Microsoft Azure - Microsoft Excel - Microsoft Power BI - Microsoft Visual Studio - MySQL ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Database Software](https://www.capterra.com.sg/directory/18/database-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Database Software](https://www.capterra.com.sg/directory/18/database-management/software) - [Business Intelligence Tools](https://www.capterra.com.sg/directory/23/business-intelligence/software) ## Alternatives 1. [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/11482/mysql) — 4.6/5 (2098 reviews) 2. [Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/170983/google-cloud-platform) — 4.7/5 (2322 reviews) 3. [MongoDB](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/127374/mongodb) — 4.7/5 (473 reviews) 4. [Airtable](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/146652/airtable) — 4.6/5 (2243 reviews) 5. [Microsoft Access](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/1015743/microsoft-access) — 4.4/5 (210 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Best database tool in the market" — 5.0/5 > **Suraj** | *29 January 2026* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Microsoft SQl server is widely used too and it makes the support and maintenance better. Also handling queries and maintaining data is easier in the Microsoft SQL server. > > **Cons**: It is a bit slow to handle billions of rows. Also it is not evolved into the vector databases. The UI could be improved. > > Very positive. Given little bit of changes it is the best tool I used for the databases. It is a very reliable system. ----- ### "Microsoft SQL Server is the databse of choice for no-nonsense, fast, and easy to use SQL enviroments." — 5.0/5 > **Ben** | *28 April 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Microsoft SQL Server “MSSQL” has been the most stable and capable database I have ever user. In over 30 years I have never had, seen, or even heard of a MSSQL database corruption. The application is easy to use, fast, consistent, and integrates into everything with no problems. > > **Cons**: The costs for Microsoft SQL Server “MSSQL” can get extreme, but especially when working within K-12 the discounts make it basically free to use. > > I could not say enough good things about Microsoft SQL Server “MSSQL”. It does everything we need and more. ----- ### "Powerful Database Platform for Business-Critical Applications" — 5.0/5 > **Dave** | *14 July 2026* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Microsoft SQL Server provides a stable, secure, and high-performance database platform for business-critical applications. It offers excellent reliability, strong security features, robust backup and recovery capabilities, and integrates well with other Microsoft products. From an IT perspective, it provides dependable performance while simplifying database administration and long-term maintenance. > > **Cons**: Licensing costs can become significant as environments grow, and some advanced administration, performance tuning, and high-availability features require specialized database expertise. Smaller organizations may also find the licensing and edition options somewhat complex. > > Our experience with Microsoft SQL Server has been very positive. It serves as a dependable database platform supporting business applications, integrations, and operational data across our environment. The platform has consistently delivered strong performance, reliability, and security while providing the scalability needed to support future growth. From an IT administration perspective, SQL Server has been an important part of maintaining stable business operations and supporting critical enterprise systems. ----- ### "Ease of using Microsoft Sql Server" — 3.0/5 > **SREEREKHA** | *3 May 2025* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Convenient to develop a database using sql server > > **Cons**: Integrates with mostly microsoft softwares and tools only > > Good to use to develop databases, triggers, database plans, schenas ----- ### "Reliable and Powerful Database Management System" — 5.0/5 > **Piyusha** | *4 August 2026* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Microsoft SQL Server is reliable, secure, and easy to manage for both small and enterprise-level databases. It offers powerful data management features, excellent performance, and strong integration with Microsoft tools like Power BI and Azure. The backup, restore, export, and reporting capabilities are robust, and SQL Server Management Studio makes database administration straightforward. > > **Cons**: Licensing costs can be expensive, especially for enterprise editions. Some advanced features have a learning curve, and performance tuning for large databases may require experienced database administrators. Occasional updates can also require maintenance downtime. > > My overall experience with Microsoft SQL Server has been very positive. It provides excellent performance, reliable data management, and a comprehensive set of features for developing and maintaining databases. The platform is stable, easy to use for day-to-day tasks, and offers strong security and backup options. While the licensing costs may be a consideration, the overall functionality, scalability, and reliability make it a great choice for businesses of all sizes. ----- Page: 1 / 81\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/1417/sql-server?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/1417/sql-server) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data