Firebird SQL Reviews

We use Firebird SQL for resource planning.

I like that we don't have to pay external fees to migrate this data. So, we are looking to relocate from Postgres or EDB.

Technical support and performance could be better. We have some problems with this solution, but we don't know if the problem is with the database or the configuration. For example, sometimes, the users can't access the database.

I have been using Firebird SQL for about three years. 

Firebird SQL is a scalable product. We have more than 1,050 users at our organization. You need about five administrators to maintain this database.

Technical support wasn't what we expected. When we called about a problem, they asked us to restart the database. 

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Firebird SQL a six.

We primarily use the solution for the Stonewall organization for the Department of Instruction.

The solution is very useful for stock management.

The solution has worked perfectly; I've never run into issues or had to reach out to technical support for troubleshooting.

I've never had any issues with the solution, so I can't think of any improvements it would need.

It would be interesting if they added functionality with redundancy, reputation, and variability.

I installed the solution three to five years ago.

The solution is a good, stable product. The database is quite simple and I've had no problems with it.

I'm not sure if I can speak to the scalability of the solution, as I haven't tried to scale it. We don't plan to increase usage as we only use it for one project.

I've never had issues with the solution, so I haven't been in touch with technical support.

The solution isn't too difficult to install. We have two environments for tests and production. The solution has a medium level of difficulty because there's only one utilization with Firebird, so it's not too difficult for us.

Deployment takes one day at the most.

I handled the implementation myself.

The solution is freeware, so it doesn't cost anything to use it.

I didn't evaluate other options. I found a recommendation for this solution online and decided to implement it.

I use this solution specifically for one database.

It's a good product for little databases.

We only use this solution for one project. Mostly, we're focused on MariaDB, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.

I'd rate the solution five or six out of ten for the possibilities it has currently. I'd rate it at a nine or a ten if they added more features like availability.

I use this product as a zero-administration, embedded database.

I appreciate the fact that, once the database is embedded, it doesn't need to be administered, and removes the requirement for a specific server.

This solution isn't very user-friendly, or intuitive, which could be improved when it is developed.

I have been using this solution for six years.

It is a very stable solution.

The product is scalable, if that is required.

The initial setup of the product is slightly complicated, but once it has been completed the end-user installation is very straightforward, as the deployment is embedded into the product itself.

The solution was implemented using our in-house team.

There is no licensing cost for this solution, as it is open-source.

I would advise any organization implementing this solution, to ensure that the provided documentation is read thoroughly, as the product requires some prior knowledge in order to use it correctly.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

We use Firebird SQL as a database in our organization.

Firebird SQL is an open-source solution and can run on most operating systems, such as Linux, Unix, and Windows.

The solution could improve by providing partitioning and encryption. It is not at the higher level of database solution but it could be with some upgrades.

I have used Firebird SQL for approximately 20 years.

The solution is stable.

We have approximately 100 users using the solution.

I have not needed to use technical support. However, there is online documentation available for all of your needs.

Firebird SQL is easy to install.

I did the implementation of the solution myself. Any technician can do the implementation it is not difficult.

There is a yearly maintenance fee for the use of the solution.

I would recommend this solution to others.

I rate Firebird SQL an eight out of ten.

We are an integrator, and we work with customers to implement this solution to perform some audits. We use Firebird SQL with SonarQube for continuous integration.

We are using Firebird SQL for our quality of code application to scan the code, create reports, and detect any best practices for code development for things like duration.

It helps us in detecting all kinds of problems in the code, such as bad quality, unclear code, or any violation in the code or best practices. 

It would be good to have more automation and integration with the tools from other vendors.

I started to use Firebird SQL two or three years ago in my previous organization, which specialized in software development. We are also implementing this solution in my current organization, which is into performance applications. 

It is stable.

It is scalable. Currently, around 10% or 15% of users are using Firebird SQL.

They need to be more reactive and fast. Sometimes, they take too long to resolve some tickets.

The initial setup is straightforward and quick. There are no problems with its installation. 
It took us two to three weeks to install it for a customer.

Our team deployed it. We have two to three teams for integration and installation. These teams include system administrators and software developers.

It is okay.

We are satisfied with Firebird SQL, and we will keep on using it.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten. It is overall a good product.

The primary use case of the solution is as database for our EP systems.

I find the ease of deployment to be the most valuable aspect of this solution. 

I think the performance and features of the program can be improved. The scalability of the performance when using more than one process is not so good. I would also like more or better security.

We've had no issues so far, so the solution is stable.

I don't think the solution is very scalable because the scalability of the performance when using more than one process is not very good.

We deploy Firebird SQL for some of our customers too, so we have a lot of customers, and then we have five people for deployment at the moment. We don't have plans to increase our usage. 

We have our own technical team, so we don't have to call customer service.

We currently use Firebird as well as Microsoft SQL Server. The performance and scalability of Microsoft are much better, but it's a more expensive solution of course because it's a commercial license.

It was really easy and straightforward to set up the solution and deployment took about five minutes. Our own technical team was responsible for this.

It is more affordable than Microsoft and there are no additional costs. It is a public domain system as every customer can install it on their system without paying any license fee.

Firebird can be used in simple situations and in more at-home situations, but there are better solutions out there for bigger customers. That is my main advice to others. What's more, Firebird SQL is a bit cheaper than Microsoft. For what we are using it, I would rate it an eight out of ten. 

I like Firebird because it's very lightweight. It's very light and powerful. I can do everything that I can with MS SQL Server, and Oracle — I can do the same things with Firebird. It has some very interesting features. For example, I can update and insert with one statement. The deployment is very easy. I can deploy it on Linux, Mac OS, and Windows — it's very easy. 

Also, the integration capabilities are great.

There aren't a lot of people using this solution — it's not very popular in the marketplace. It's been around for 21 years, but not many people have heard of it.

In the next release, it should support JSON, XML, and replication with third-party tools.

Firebird SQL is very stable.

Firebird is an open-source database. There is a dedicated onsite forum to converse with other users. I have never used technical support from the developer. I find all of the answers that I need in the forum — in the community.

Deployment is very easy.

Overall, on a scale from one to ten, I would give this solution a rating of eight.