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We performed a comparison between LocalDB and SAP SQL Anywhere 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. SAP SQL Anywhere Report (Updated: March 2024).
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"The initial setup was simple.""The solution is fast.""The most valuable feature of LocalDBis the connection between the application and DB.""The initial setup is very straightforward. The guidelines are very easy to follow. Maintenance is very easy and requires very little manpower."

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"The auto-backup replication is a perfect feature. That is the feature I liked the most.""It works well in general.""We've found the solution very reliable overall. It's very fast.""The most valuable features of SAP SQL Anywhere are the ease of use and the user interface is intuitive.""SAP SQL Anywhere is very helpful."

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Cons
"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 initial setup is complex and requires a skilled person.""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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"A problem we are experiencing now is when doing a backup in SQL 2012 and 14.""It is not as secure as it could be.""The interface is not easy in comparison to the SQL Server. It could be more user-friendly.""SAP SQL Anywhere needs to incorporate functionalities like SAP S/4HANA.""We have had some stability issues with SAP SQL Anywhere, but I am not sure if it is an application or network issue. We sometimes have a large amount of data being queried and it cannot handle it."

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  • "The licensing cost is too high for LocalDB."
  • "The fees are fair."
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  • "SQL Anywhere cost us about $400."
  • "SAP SQL Anywhere is affordable."
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    Top Answer:We pay an annual fee for the license. The fees are fair.
    Top Answer:I would like to have more integration.
    Top Answer:SAP SQL Anywhere needs to incorporate functionalities like SAP S/4HANA.
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    Also Known As
    Sybase SQL Anywhere
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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.

    SAP SQL Anywhere enables companies to develop custom mobile and IoT application and rapidly design and deploy embedded database applications. The RDBMS solutions can provide secure, reliable data management and synchronization for thousands of mobile devices, Internet of Things (IoT) systems, and remote environments. They let business users work uninterrupted, even without a network connection.

    Sample Customers
    AstraZeneca, Kienzle Automotive GmbH, Kodak Alaris, Unilever, Floatel International and Kongsberg Maritime, MyHero
    AOK Bundesverband, Surgutneftegas Open Joint Stock Company, Molson Coors Brewing Company, City of Buenos Aires, ASR Group, Citrix, EarlySense, Usha International Limited, Automotive Resources International, Wªrth Group, Takisada-Osaka Co. Ltd., Coelba, RZD Russian Railways, National Basketball Association, TALLY WEiJL
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Government9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Construction Company9%
    Healthcare Company8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise60%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business34%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise52%
    Buyer's Guide
    LocalDB vs. SAP SQL Anywhere
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about LocalDB vs. SAP SQL Anywhere and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    768,415 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    LocalDB is ranked 15th in Relational Databases Tools with 5 reviews while SAP SQL Anywhere is ranked 20th in Relational Databases Tools with 6 reviews. LocalDB is rated 9.0, while SAP SQL Anywhere is rated 7.6. 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 SAP SQL Anywhere writes "Reliable and able to expand but needs to be more secure". LocalDB is most compared with SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle Database In-Memory, Oracle Database and Infobright DB, whereas SAP SQL Anywhere is most compared with SQL Server, SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise, MySQL, Oracle Database and MariaDB. See our LocalDB vs. SAP SQL Anywhere report.

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