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Oracle Enterprise Manager vs Redgate SQL Toolbelt Essentials comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Oracle Enterprise Manager
Ranking in Database Development and Management
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
129
Ranking in other categories
Server Monitoring (3rd)
Redgate SQL Toolbelt Essent...
Ranking in Database Development and Management
12th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Database Development and Management category, the mindshare of Oracle Enterprise Manager is 4.0%, down from 4.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Redgate SQL Toolbelt Essentials is 3.8%, down from 6.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Database Development and Management Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Oracle Enterprise Manager4.0%
Redgate SQL Toolbelt Essentials3.8%
Other92.2%
Database Development and Management
 

Featured Reviews

Amr Mourad - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Oracle Database Administrator at ISFP
Performance issues have been identified and monitored effectively during peak hours
The weaknesses I would like to address in Oracle Enterprise Manager involve the dealing of Grid Infrastructure. Oracle Enterprise Manager's handling of Grid Infrastructure needs some improvement. I want to see additional features in the future that deal with security in relation to Oracle Grid Infrastructure. I want to improve these two components.
CS
Director, Enterprise Data Management at Glatfelter Insurance Group
SQL Search and change automation functionality help us manage our code repository and databases
The biggest problem with the Redgate SQL Toolbelt is just how heavy it is; it seems to take a lot of resources. It takes a lot of memory and a lot of processing power to run, and that tends to slow things down a bit. Making it a little more lightweight while still doing the same thing, as much as possible, is what we would like to see in the future. I've noticed that Microsoft SSMS runs much quicker without RedGate installed than it does with it installed. From bootup of the app to opening query windows and connections, SSMS is quicker without Redgate than with, by a significant margin. The other area for improvement is regarding licensing. Every month or two my SSMS loses it's redgate license key and I need to re-enter the key to continue using Red Gate, even though the license is annual.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Some of the most valuable features are its real-time performance view/dashboard, metric history, real-time monitoring and alerts, as well as quick access to Oracle's tuning and diagnostic options."
"The best part is the efficient database performance monitoring and the ability to take actions directly from there."
"The most valuable features are security and speed."
"If your database scalability is more or if your infrastructure is as big as the product we have, Oracle is the only solution out there."
"My advice to others is Oracle Enterprise Manager is a stable and scalable enterprise compared to the other similar solutions."
"As a troubleshooter, I was able to quickly resolve memory issues."
"It is one of the best, state-of-the-art products from Oracle; truly a single pane of glass to manage IT infrastructure."
"The single-pane and single interface in the centralized system is the most valuable feature."
"It is easy to track the reports, this is what is most valuable for me."
"The most valuable feature is SQL Search."
"I've had really good luck with this product and I've been happy with it."
 

Cons

"Oracle Enterprise Manager's scalability is an area with certain shortcomings where improvements are required."
"It would be helpful if OEM is integrated with OBIEE reports and free report viewer without a license."
"There are a lot of options; it takes time. I don't see anything like a dashboard or something similar."
"The SQLrun sometimes does not work, and it crashes most of the time."
"UI is the part that I like to see improved in the future."
"It's expensive. We are paying on a yearly basis, but we are currently negotiating for a new license."
"The weaknesses I would like to address in Oracle Enterprise Manager involve the dealing of Grid Infrastructure."
"The one area was the process of setting up targets and hosts as it seems rather lengthy and repetitive."
"I would like to see the bandwidth increase allowing me to easily analyze more data."
"The biggest problem with the Redgate SQL Toolbelt is just how heavy it is; it seems to take a lot of resources."
"Redgate SQL Toolbelt is a reliable solution, but it occasionally hangs when I generate a report with more than two gigabytes of data."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is free."
"The license is good but can be improved."
"Evaluate your requirements carefully. Elaborate DR and HA setup of OEM can become expensive."
"The product is highly-priced."
"Oracle Enterprise Manager is a free tool from Oracle."
"There is only the standard licensing fee. There are no other costs."
"It's expensive."
"The product is very expensive."
"The cost is about $3,500 USD per individual to buy, and then it's about 20% per year for renewal."
"Our fees are paid on an annual basis."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
15%
Outsourcing Company
11%
Construction Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
15%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Insurance Company
9%
Computer Software Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business37
Midsize Enterprise25
Large Enterprise82
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle Enterprise Manager?
I would rate the pricing of Oracle Enterprise Manager as very expensive, definitely deserving a 10 out of 10.
What needs improvement with Oracle Enterprise Manager?
The weaknesses I would like to address in Oracle Enterprise Manager involve the dealing of Grid Infrastructure. Oracle Enterprise Manager's handling of Grid Infrastructure needs some improvement. I...
What is your primary use case for Oracle Enterprise Manager?
I am still working with Oracle products. I would like to leave my opinion on some other Oracle products that I have been working with lately. I am working on many Oracle products for database admin...
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