Infobright DB vs MySQL comparison

Ignite Technologies and Oracle are both solutions in the Relational Databases Tools category. Ignite Technologies is ranked #34, while Oracle is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.5. Ignite Technologies holds a 0.2% mindshare in SQL, compared to Oracle’s 8.4% mindshare. Additionally, 80% of Ignite Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 91% of Oracle users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between Infobright DB and MySQL based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Infobright DB

Ranking in Relational Databases Tools

34th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Warehouse (28th)

MySQL

Ranking in Relational Databases Tools

3rd

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

148

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Open Source Databases (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Relational Databases Tools category, the mindshare of Infobright DB is 0.2%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MySQL is 8.4%, down from 9.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Steve Dodge

Senior System Architect - Resiliency Engineering at AT&T

If you need a real big data solution, look for a distributed solution that actually has a proven track record.

This version of Infobright has zero support for distributed scalability. The internal smart grid employed for each table has a major flaw in that the data size cannot be expunged until 2GB of data is reached at the column-level. This is a major flaw, making usage in a big-data scenario impossible. This means that you can delete as many records from a database table as you want. However, unless the 2GB aggregate size threshold was reached for some of the columns in the table, no reduction in disk space usage will occur. Only the data from the columns that reached 2GB will actually decrease. Other columns below 2GB in size do not leave the disk. I spent countless hours trying to find some workaround for this. I have nightmares of my e-mail inbox full of unsolvable questions about data size reduction from our field engineers.

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Muzzamil Hussain

Assistant Vice President at National Bank of Pakistan

Native encryption ensures secure data management with a simple deployment

The most valuable feature is the on-premises data encryption facilities. By default, we can provide encryption, and this feature in MySQL is why we prefer it over other databases. The native encryption in MySQL encourages us to use this database model more frequently compared to Oracle and other databases. With Oracle, we have to buy another solution for encryption and masking, but MySQL supports native encryption, which enhances our return on investment. It perfectly supports our ROI, and we have no issues with its functionality.

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Pros

"It has very amazing smart grid query feature for very fast aggregate queries across millions of rows"

"I like the simplistic view of MySQL to build custom queries and things like that as compared to SQL Server, which seems more cluttered. SQL Server has a query analyzer. MySQL pretty much does the same, and performance-wise, it has less overhead for connecting to our ERP system. It seems more responsive and cleaner. With MySQL, you get what you need without any overbloating, for which Microsoft is known. That's why they have so many constant security patches for everything because there is so much stuff, which degrades performance."

"The solution has been very easy to scale so far."

"However, it is easy to scale MySQL using the functions provided with the product."

"Like other databases, it has a rich set of functions, such as stored procedures and its own procedural language, which is akin to Oracle SQL. It also has trigger and cursor commands you would expect with a good database language."

"It has a remote access feature to manage the database from a remote location. This enables in-work collaboration."

"It has a community version. When I have to create a new database, I have no problems with licenses."

"MySQL is easy and convenient for me. I don't need to rely on anyone. I can write the code and extract the information. It is fast if you know how to use it. The solution is not expensive, and most of the developers know how to use it. It is easy to create tables. The solution is stable and has good performance. The connection with AWS gives regular updates, which is manual otherwise and a nightmare."

"What I really like about MySQL is the opportunity to search for information and organize it any way I like."

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Cons

"Only the data from the columns that reached 2GB will actually decrease. Other columns below 2GB in size do not leave the disk."

"Some problems with big table operations, and a struggle to keep the servers responding in peak situations."

"MySQL tutorials and guides could be improved. Often they are too complex for someone with no database experience to understand."

"I would like to see the automatic backup feature in the solution as well. Data is very important and we need to preserve it in a safe place. It would be good if MySQL can back up the data automatically."

"I would rate the stability a seven out of ten. It does break down a little at times."

"Sometimes, not because the version is not the latest version, there are some issues with it. Sometimes there's an issue with the server which creates issues with it."

"Could use some additional JSON query support in the solution."

"We want high availability and replication features, which are currently missing in this solution. It would be great if they can provide an in-built replication feature, similar to Oracle RAC, in MySQL."

"MySQL could introduce more indexing strategies."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Our pricing was based on server instances and it was actually very cheap compared to Oracle. I guess you get what you pay for."

"We are using the free version of MySQL. We prefer paying for a yearly license."

"Enterprise editions and support are definitely needed for the heavy users who need direct support. "

"MySQL Enterprise Support is not cheap, though might still be cheaper than Oracle or SQL Server. They may not have local support depending on where you’re based, but there are many smaller agencies out there that will readily provide support. You’ll need to spend some time looking around."

"There is no licensing fee."

"I use a free version at present."

"The pricing falls within the moderate range."

"My company uses MySQL's corporate licenses."

"We are using the free community edition of MySQL."

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Overview

Infobright's high performance analytic database is designed for analyzing large volumes of machine-generated data

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MySQL is a cost-efficient and scalable relational database management system widely used in web, mobile applications, and academic projects.

MySQL is utilized for backend operations, data analysis, reporting, financial transactions, and ERP databases. It supports deployment on local servers, Cloud, and Kubernetes. Its free, open-source nature along with strong community support make it popular among companies. MySQL's compatibility with multiple platforms and programming languages enhances its appeal. While it remains stable and easy to use, areas such as replication, clustering, and backup require improvement to better serve enterprise applications. Enhanced security, error messages, and monitoring tools are also desired for a better user experience.

What are the most important features of MySQL?

Free and Open-Source: No licensing costs, perfect for budget-conscious projects.
Compatibility: Works with multiple platforms and programming languages.
High Performance: Efficient performance across large datasets.
Scalability: Easily scales to meet growing business needs.
Clustering and Replication: Ensures data availability and redundancy.
Easy Installation: Quick setup process on various operating systems.
Community Support: Extensive resources and community assistance.
Cross-Platform: Operates seamlessly on different operating systems.
Data Management Interface: Simplifies data handling and manipulation.

What are the benefits of using MySQL?

Cost Efficiency: Reduce expenses with a free, open-source database.
Scalability: Adapt to increasing data demands effortlessly.
Performance: Handle large datasets with ease and speed.
Community Support: Access a vast pool of knowledge and resources.
Flexibility: Integrate with various platforms and languages for diverse use cases.
Data Reliability: Clustering and replication for high data availability.

In multiple industries, MySQL supports internal applications, billing systems, academic teaching purposes, and ERP databases. Companies leverage MySQL for Cloud and local deployments, ensuring effective data manipulation and backend operations in diverse projects. Its role in financial transactions and reporting further emphasizes its versatility.

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