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Amazon RDS on Outposts vs Oracle Java DB comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 4, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Amazon RDS on Outposts
Ranking in Relational Databases Tools
21st
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Oracle Java DB
Ranking in Relational Databases Tools
19th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Relational Databases Tools category, the mindshare of Amazon RDS on Outposts is 0.2%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle Java DB is 0.7%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Henry Rivera - PeerSpot reviewer
Used to support websites and reduces the configuration and maintenance of the database
The solution's initial setup is complex. You have to understand networking when filling out a form to create your RDS. You have to understand a few things. They've made some steps to make it easier, but the person who creates the RDS has to make some irrevocable decisions. They can't be configured afterward. The person who utilizes it has to understand a few things, like networking security and database engines. The solution's deployment has a learning curve, and you have to do it a couple of times to understand exactly what it is and what you want. The deployment is pretty fast and straightforward once you understand the parameters of what you're trying to deploy. Understanding what you're doing probably takes the longest part. If you make any mistakes, you might have to redo it or configure it differently. It's great for those who can afford it. In my business practice, I make sure I can afford a test sandbox so that my mistakes don't impact production. I vet it all out in a different environment before I touch production.
Anil-Sinha - PeerSpot reviewer
Able to process all the reporting and processing in the database itself
We have been upgrading and moving to new environments. I was involved in the solution's initial setup. Some things in the setup are very smooth sailing. However, some setups become complicated because what they set up doesn't meet your needs. So, some tweaking is necessary in certain instances. Having a good understanding of the tool really helps. Oracle Java DB is easy to deploy if it's a new setup. Migrating from an old environment to a new environment takes time because you need the old functionality. A first-time deployment of the application is easy. We just did a default setup and started using it. When we have to migrate, there is too much baggage behind that application, especially from the security point of view.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The scalability and cost-effectiveness of AWS were beneficial during spikes in database usage, as it allowed our platform to adjust and remain operational."
"The solution is easy to manage."
"The product's initial setup phase is simple and straightforward."
"The solution reduces the configuration and maintenance of the database."
"It's very clever."
"It has a programming language so anything that we require for Selenium is all available there."
"The valuable features include connecting to the database and retrieving data."
"The database is quite robust in terms of performance from the SQL side."
"The most valuable feature is automation."
"The additional value of having Java inside the Oracle database is all the security that is applied to an Oracle database will be enforced on Java's stored procedures as well."
"The solution is stable."
"There have been no issues in relation to stability. We've never really had do to any recoveries. It is very stable."
 

Cons

"If our database is too big, we sometimes face glitches in it."
"I find the pricing to be expensive."
"I would like to see some improvements in its version upgrades because its upgrade from MySQL 5.7 to MySQL 8 was not straightforward."
"The tool should include features to clone the RDS instances and have more central management for a lot of RDSs, not just every instance."
"The biggest lesson that I have learned from using Oracle products is vendor lock-in."
"In terms of improvement, I'd like an automation tool that is lower priced. The core prices are very high."
"Oracle can improve by providing more connection string variations and relay servers on the path to the database."
"The solution should continue to keep updating and improving the Java language."
"It'll be better if Oracle Java supports open source technologies, like Node.js."
"The tool might be integrated, but we see performance issues because of overhead."
"The solution could be more user-friendly."
"Needs improvement in consistency issues with respect to timeframes."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Amazon RDS on Outposts is expensive compared to other solutions."
"The solution can get expensive fast."
"The licenses are included with the subscription my company purchases from Amazon."
"Oracle Java DB is a pricey solution."
"The product's pricing is very friendly, with no extra costs after the licensing fees."
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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm
19%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Educational Organization
12%
 

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Amazon RDS on Outposts?
The pricing is high compared to other solutions. AWS support is beneficial yet hard to reach. I rate the pricing as eight out of ten.
What needs improvement with Amazon RDS on Outposts?
I find the pricing to be expensive. I have had issues with support from AWS, as I am often directed to documentation instead of speaking directly to someone, which can be time-consuming. Better sup...
What needs improvement with Oracle Java DB?
Oracle can improve by providing more connection string variations and relay servers on the path to the database. Various ways of connecting would enhance functionality.
What is your primary use case for Oracle Java DB?
I have experience connecting to a database with Java by using Java code and interrogating the database.
What advice do you have for others considering Oracle Java DB?
It's important to consider several settings and connection strings, as well as firewall rules when connecting to the database. I would rate the overall solution nine out of ten.
 

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