SAP SQL Anywhere Reviews

SAP SQL Anywhere pricing is considered affordable by users, with one reporting an acquisition cost of approximately $400. Many are satisfied with the cost compared to alternative solutions. Licensing was handled by different teams, and some purchased licenses several years ago, suggesting stable pricing. Enterprise buyers see value in SQL Anywhere's cost-effectiveness and suitability for various use cases without substantial budget concerns.

• "SAP SQL Anywhere is affordable."
• "SQL Anywhere cost us about $400."

Customer service receives mixed feedback. Some users find it satisfactory while others report challenges, such as server crashes and difficult backup recovery. Experience with technical assistance varies, with some never interacting directly with support. Users often rely on web searches for solutions, occasionally facing delays in resolving issues. Availability of in-house database expertise plays a role in addressing technical matters and answers are sometimes easily accessible through search engines.

Sysadmins found SAP SQL Anywhere's initial setup challenging for clustered environments, though easier than Microsoft's past complex setups. Many described the process as straightforward, just involving downloading, running, and basic configuration steps. Despite the ease some experienced, others spent longer, with up to four people involved in deployment and maintenance. Some rated the deployment effort lower, indicating a month-long timeline with teams dedicated to setup and ongoing maintenance.

SAP SQL Anywhere exhibits impressive scalability, consistently handling operations efficiently across varying user bases. Its capacity suits environments with user numbers ranging from single digits to over a hundred. Users highlight its ability to manage SQBI tasks effectively within SAP, demonstrating robust scaling capabilities. This scalability is rated extremely high by companies, with many relying on it daily and expressing satisfaction with its performance. Its stability contributes positively to its scalable nature.

SAP SQL Anywhere is praised for user-friendly stability and flexibility with SQL queries and report generation. Users find it comfortable, though some mention security concerns like easily found passwords. Few experience occasional stability issues, usually when handling large data volumes, but these instances are rare. Many consider it reliable and rate it highly.