dbForge Studio for SQL Server

“Liked reliable IntelliSense, shareable T-SQL templates, visible query performance history, and copying data between servers. Found the lack of SQL Server Agent integration still requires SSMS for that task.”

“Liked that it is more intuitive than SSMS, with useful debugging and sync tools, solid support, and value worth the cost. Noted no major drawbacks.”

“Liked the support for multiple connections and the schema and data compare tools. Found it frustrating that each SQL flavor requires a separately priced product.”

“Liked the strong query tuning tools. Found the connection screens and wizards clunky, and wanted better source control and migration integrations.”

“Liked how the table comparison and data sync features helped uncover data errors between databases that would otherwise be missed. Noted no major drawbacks.”

“Liked the tabbed interface and autocomplete, which make moving between queries and database objects quick during daily development work. Noted no major drawbacks.”

“Liked having an all-in-one environment that covers most SQL Server tasks in a single tool. Found room for more SQL integrations to cover additional tasks.”

“Liked how fast it handles recurring database tasks in daily development work, saving time compared with doing them by hand. Noted no major drawbacks.”

“Liked the clear interface that makes database work easy to follow, even for complex tasks. Found the licensing cost on the expensive side.”

“Liked how easy it makes creating and managing database objects such as tables and views. Found changing foreign keys more awkward than expected.”

“Liked the schema compare and SQL completion features. Found that a query history feature was missing and wanted it added.”

“Liked the broad range of features offered for the cost of the license. Found only a few minor negatives worth mentioning about the tool.”

“Liked the speed and good user experience. Found the price hard to justify for some compared with the free SSMS.”

“Liked the data editor, which this reviewer called best in class among SQL tools used. Found some expected features still missing from the tool.”

“Liked the integrated set of database tools available in one application for development work. Found that product updates had slowed down recently.”

“Liked the data comparison capabilities for checking differences between SQL Server databases. Found basic scripting support lacking for some automation needs.”