Best database in open-source
May 23, 2025

Best database in open-source

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Score 8 out of 10
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Overall Satisfaction with MySQL

We use the MySQL database for applications like Confluence, Jira, and a few other Java-based applications. As it is Open source, we have also been using it for application development and testing purposes.
MySQL is a very lightweight database, which makes it faster and easier to manage and our applications run smoothly on the MySQL database.

Pros

  • As its open source, we can modify the code as per our need.
  • For developing and testing purposes, we can extensively use it without thinking about cost as its free to download
  • As it's lightweight, we don't have to worry much about resources like CPU, memory, etc.

Cons

  • As it's open source, there is a lack of support when it's required.
  • Its good for small scale applications, but for large scale operation, there still needs some improvements in feature and performance.
  • MySQL is not very suitable for OLTP and analytics-based applications.
  • MySQL database is open source and freeware, so it saves a lot in IT revenue.
  • It's compatible with most Operating systems and applications, so we haven't encountered any compatibility issues so far.
  • With limited resources, MySQL has given high performance to our applications saving a lot on resource cost.
The MySQL database serves all purposes well in our organisation, and that too without any licensing cost. Because of its scalability, we are able to add additional nodes during peak load activities, like year-end. Because of its performance and low maintenance, we could redirect our resources and solely focus in the application development only.
Rest all the big brand databases incure high licensing cost giving almost the same value that MySQL is giving being an open source database. Other databases like Oracle, MS SQL servers need extensive resource along with a huge team to manage those databases. However, thats not the case with MySQL as it provides almost same functionality without any license.

Do you think MySQL delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with MySQL's feature set?

Yes

Did MySQL live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of MySQL go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy MySQL again?

Yes

In my experience, the MySQL database is well-suited for the development and testing of small-scale applications. The database is easy to configure and doesn't require much maintenance, so it can be handled by a few DBA resources.
However, I think MySQL is not suitable for large datasets and OLTP because of scalability challenges.

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