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We performed a comparison between LocalDB and MariaDB based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Relational Databases Tools solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed LocalDB vs. MariaDB Report (Updated: May 2024).
772,679 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The initial setup is very straightforward. The guidelines are very easy to follow. Maintenance is very easy and requires very little manpower.""The solution is fast.""The most valuable feature of LocalDBis the connection between the application and DB.""The initial setup was simple."

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"The product has been stable and reliable.""I would say that for most use cases it works fine.""From a customer perspective, MariaDB is a good choice for cluster configuration. It's also easy to operate and cheap.""The most valuable feature is that it uses multiple cores, which is better than some of the other databases.""It is an absolutely stable solution.""The most valuable feature of the solution is a relational database, which is fairly reliable...It is a stable solution.""MariaDB is a fast and flexible tool.""We like the easy way that we can collect data from other databases."

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Cons
"The initial setup is complex and requires a skilled person.""The solution needs to create a management tool. Right now, the solution has tools for creating a local installation, but it's too simplistic. We need something that's a bit more complex so that we can extend the tools with our scripts.""The internal connection features of LocalDB could improve.""The ALM features can be improved, but the database by itself is reliable."

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"I would like to see a better user interface which would make the tool less complex.""The configuration could be improved. It should be easier.""It does not have tools for debugging procedures and functions.""There is not much support available.""It would be good if they can maybe improve the mass import in the database. Currently, for importing a large number of data, we create a CSV file and upload all the things in the system. The system does not activate them by default. We have to do this manually. This may be due to the version we are using, but this is something we would like to see improved.""There is room for improvement in terms of security.""Data continuity could be improved.""The difficult part related to the product stems not from the tool itself but is related to learning how to implement the product in the right way without creating any wrong configuration that could cause security issues or performance issues."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The licensing cost is too high for LocalDB."
  • "The fees are fair."
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  • "The price of this solution represents a very good compromise between the cost and what it offers."
  • "It's an open-source solution."
  • "The licensing cost is approximately $4000.00 per year and the licensing is based on the software and the number of posts that you make."
  • "I used the open-source version, which is available free of charge."
  • "This is an open-source product, which can be used free of charge."
  • "This is an open source solution with no licensing fees."
  • "MariaDB is open-source and self-hosted."
  • "When it comes to MariaDB, it should have a more cost-effective license."
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    Top Answer:We pay an annual fee for the license. The fees are fair.
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    Top Answer:The integration with other products is seamless.
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    Overview
    LocalDB is a lightweight version of the SQL Server Express Database Engine that is targeted for program development. LocalDB starts on demand and runs in user mode, so there is no complex configuration.

    MariaDB is an open source relational database created by the original founders of MySQL. It is considered one of the most popular and trusted database servers throughout the world. MariaDB is a valued component found in most cloud offerings and is the default in many Linux tools. It is also widely used by Wikipedia, WordPress, and Google, among other well-known sites. Maria DB easily melds data into concise information from a vast array of applications, such as banking, online shopping, websites, and more.

    MariaDB was originally created to improve MySQL performance. It is the most widely chosen database server due to the solution being super fast, robust, user-friendly, and easily scalable. MariaDB also offers a substantial ecosystem of plugins, storage engines, and numerous other valuable tools that make it very attractive for a significant offering of use cases.

    The solution’s newest functionalities include compatibility with Oracle Database and Temporal Data Tables, and advanced clustering with Galera Cluster 4, which make it easier for users to research data history from any point in the past. Additionally, the most recent versions include JSON and GIS features. MariaDB is committed to staying an open source solution.

    MariaDB Features

    • More storage: MariaDB works with more storage engines than MySQL and most other database servers available. Some storage options include, but are not limited to ARCHIVE, MERGE, CSV, MEMORY, BLACKHOLE, MyISAM, ColumnStore, MyRocks, and Cassandra.

    • Super fast: MariaDB offers faster authentication checks. The FlushSSL permits SSL certificates to be reloaded without a server restart, resulting in huge time savings.

    • Improved testing: MariaDB offers an extending testing suite that runs faster and can test more than ever before. Bugs can be easily fixed and invalid tests removed.

    • Genuinely open source: Every code in MariaDB is GPL, LGPL, or BSD. Client libraries [for Windows (ODBC), Java (JDBC), or C] allow linking to closed source software. All fixed bug cases and development plans are completely public. MariaDB is a community-developed solution representing the true spirit of open source products.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Faustine C., Engineering Supervisor- Corporate Data Solutions and Services at TZ Telecoms Corporation, shares, “The software provides a lot of information on what is happening inside the database. For most performance parameters it is easy to know if something is not right in the configuration or optimization which helps engineers take remedial fine-tuning measures. For example, if the database is underperforming it is easy to know which performance parameter can be adjusted to handle the workload. It is difficult to troubleshoot database issues if many performance parameters can not be monitored or debugged which is the case with some database management systems. It provides great monitoring of data storage, processing, and performance stability which is really important for real-time data storage and processing. It's a user-friendly product.”

    A PeerSpot user who is a Senior Engineer at a tech services company relates, “ The solution's high availability is its most valuable aspect. We have found the product to be stable and the initial setup is pretty simple. I'd rate the solution at a ten out of ten. I'm very happy with it overall. I would recommend the solution to others. It's easy to find details about the product online and to learn about it.”

    Sample Customers
    AstraZeneca, Kienzle Automotive GmbH, Kodak Alaris, Unilever, Floatel International and Kongsberg Maritime, MyHero
    Google, Wikipedia, Tencent, Verizon, DBS Bank, Deutsche Bank, Telefónica, Huatai Securities
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company12%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Government9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
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    Computer Software Company21%
    Manufacturing Company15%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Comms Service Provider12%
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    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Educational Organization8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise60%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business39%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise40%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise57%
    Buyer's Guide
    LocalDB vs. MariaDB
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about LocalDB vs. MariaDB and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    772,679 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    LocalDB is ranked 17th in Relational Databases Tools with 5 reviews while MariaDB is ranked 5th in Relational Databases Tools with 52 reviews. LocalDB is rated 9.0, while MariaDB is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of LocalDB writes "Good for the development process, generally stable, and easy to set up". On the other hand, the top reviewer of MariaDB writes "Easy to deploy, cost-effective, and integrates seamlessly with other products". LocalDB is most compared with SQL Server, MySQL, Infobright DB, Oracle Database In-Memory and Tibero, whereas MariaDB is most compared with SQL Server, Oracle Database, Firebird SQL, PostgreSQL and MySQL. See our LocalDB vs. MariaDB report.

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