Oracle Database as a Service Reviews

We are using Oracle Database as a Service mainly for pulling out audit reports and for connecting to our application.

One area for improvement would be the ability to connect to Excel directly from the database. Currently, I am unable to do this with Oracle Database as a Service, whereas I am able to do so with SQL Server. I would like to see Oracle Database as a Service offer a similar service to what SQL Server provides in terms of connecting Excel to the database. 

In the next release, I would like to see a feature that allows for easy transfer of data from MySQL to other databases, such as SQL Server. Having this capability would provide developers with more flexibility in their coding.

We've been working with Oracle Database as a Service for 10 years now. We are currently using MySQL Database for our Oracle and it's been working well for everyone.

The solution is stable.

It is a scalable solution.

The initial setup is easy and takes only around 15-20 minutes. It's pretty fast.

The licensing cost is reasonable. 

I would rate it a seven out of ten. While it's a good product to use, there is room for improvement in terms of flexibility and additional features.

I use Oracle Database as a Service for preparing DBQ. I then check whether my output is as expected or not, and compare it with the LS that is generated. Additionally, when I check any customer data, I use this solution.

The most valuable features of Oracle Database as a Service are the ease of use. We can use a simple syntax to get data and we can easily go to procedures to see data other than using a query.

Oracle Database as a Service is very convenient to use. However, we need to know to which schema we want it to connect specifically, and what are the username and password. The solution requires some basic knowledge of SQL RP and SQL Oracle to use it.

I have been using Oracle Database as a Service for approximately four years.

I have not used the support from the vendor.

The initial setup of Oracle Database as a Service is difficult. For example, reading all the schemas and providing different users can take time.

This solution is costly because it saves a lot of data.

Oracle Database as a Service is a user-friendly option that you can be considered when evaluating solutions. You can easily view available tables and their corresponding data by executing basic queries. The left tab displays all tables and procedures, and you can expand it to view table names directly. By using a simple query, such as "select star from [table name]", you can obtain all information. You can then refine your queries by selecting specific correlated queries that involve loops, joins, and other operations. Overall, using Oracle is a straightforward process that you should consider exploring.

I rate Oracle Database as a Service a nine out of ten.

Regarding the most effective part of the tool for data security, I would say that our database is on Azure. We mostly look at Azure's security tools, such as a network security group.

I think the tool's support team generally just addresses issues, and they probably don't look at they probably don't look at the popularity of any issue. The support provides help based on the same size fits all kinds of approaches, making it an area where improvements are needed.

If you don't give us the best stuff probably we have many other options. Maybe the tool can reduce its cost or provide some other solutions.

If you are in IT, then you will need to use coding, and it is an area that can be made simpler.

I have been using Oracle Database as a Service for four years. I use the solution in my company. I am a customer of the tool.

I don't really feel it is a scalable solution. If you want to expand the tool's capacity, you have to be ready to pay money.

We contact the solution's technical support if we have any issues. I rate the technical support a seven out of ten.

Neutral

I have worked with MySQL. When I started my role in my company, I saw that we, as a business, prefer Oracle. For now, we use Oracle, but we are open to using other tools.

The product's implementation was pretty straightforward.

With SQL, if you add everything up, you get ROI. Independently, if you use it as a database code platform, I think it offers ROI.

The pricing of the tool depends on the organization. If your organization is not making that much money, then I don't think you should use the enterprise or any other expensive versions of the solution. I recommend the tool for bigger companies.

I am satisfied with the tool.

In terms of cost savings or operational efficiency, the tool serves as a database code tool while also being a database.

Oracle Database as a Service enhances our data analytics with AI capabilities, as we actually plug APIs to be able to generate responses for AI platforms that we have. So far, we have no complaints.

In terms of AI-driven data management improvements or specific analytics tasks, we do a little bit of chatbot, but it is probably not done at a full scale. However, we do have AI-driven platforms.

The product is promoted and well-known in our region.

I think it is easy for people to figure out how to use the tool.

I rate the tool an eight out of ten.

We use the platform as a relational database management system.

Improvement in Oracle DBaaS could focus on enhancing performance monitoring and reporting tools. A more streamlined utility tool would be beneficial, reducing the need for manual intervention in addressing potential slow activities on the database. It could be able to notify the management team quickly.

We have been using Oracle Database as a Service for nine years.

I rate the platform’s stability a nine out of ten.

We use the platform daily. I rate the scalability an eight out of ten.

The technical support team could work faster.

Neutral

Previously, we utilized Oracle on-premises solutions for our database needs. We switched to SQL Server for specific business requirements. However, more recently, we transitioned to Oracle Database as a Service (DBaaS), a shift influenced by a reassessment of our evolving business needs.

The initial setup takes a few hours to complete. It requires two executives to work on deployment and one executive to maintain the product. I rate the process an eight out of ten.

We implemented the service with the help of our in-house team.

It is an expensive product. I rate the pricing an eight out of ten.

We use the product for data warehousing or business analytics for software applications, including Enterprise Transactional Systems (ETT).

It has significantly enhanced our application development process by introducing substantial time savings and streamlining routine tasks. When considering an upgrade, the process is simplified, eliminating the need for meticulous checks of backups. Instead, developers can efficiently review the latest updates, choose a suitable upgrade window for their business, and with a few clicks during a designated maintenance window, initiate the process.

For data security, the most beneficial features are validation and verification processes conducted by the service provider before the release of any patches on the official page. The stringent process instills confidence in the reliability of the service, especially in preventing potential security breaches or risks. Oracle service's technical team keeps the clients informed regarding any identified threats and actions to protect the data. It reduces the manual workload for database administrators, allowing them to focus on efficiently implementing patches during designated management windows.

The scalability has made the operations easier than traditional methods. When expanding our product or adjusting resources, we no longer need to perform intricate operations at the operating system or hardware level. Instead, it automatically spins or reallocates storage within the service. The process takes about an hour and a half, ensuring optimized storage to meet the growing needs of our expanding datasets.

The feature of automatic incremental backup has been beneficial to business continuity planning. It ensures that all backup activities are seamlessly managed without requiring any major involvement from the database administrators. It eliminates the need for manual scripting or the setup of intricate backup scenarios. As a result, the maintenance time gets reduced as well. The integration with other systems has medium complexity.

I rate the product an eight out of ten.

Our main use cases include initiating the setup of a hosting application and facilitating developers in utilizing the database, as well as managing backups and data storage.

It's an outstanding database. It effortlessly hosts applications for months and exhibits exceptional reliability. The database delivers top-tier performance.

The most valuable features are performance, backup, and restore capabilities.

The installation process requires improvement as it can be quite complex. Simplifying the procedure would certainly be beneficial. There is room for enhancing the administration tools, possibly by providing better separation of functions.

I have been using it for twenty years.

It offers excellent stability capabilities. I would rate it nine out of ten.

Due to its stability, the technology allows for seamless node transitions. Data storage, porting, backup, and restoration processes function smoothly. This makes scaling up quite straightforward, with built-in features supporting scalability. If the need for more robust capabilities arises, transitioning to the enterprise edition is an option. Partitioning functions, which experienced leaders in this field can attest to, further enhance scalability. I would rate it eight out of ten.

The customer support services are good. I would rate it a seven out of ten.

Neutral

The initial setup was challenging. I would rate it three out of ten.

The implementation process varies in complexity. Setting up the basic configuration typically takes about half a day. However, when dealing with complex setups like shared data centers and clustered environments, it can extend to two weeks or more. The installation process can sometimes involve repetitive steps, mainly involving prerequisite checks. It's crucial to carefully pre-activate the necessary database components before proceeding with the installation. In some cases, the environment can become intricate, with known bugs in clustered setups. When facing such challenges, documentation from Oracle support can be a valuable resource. Once it is installed, the rest of the process goes smoothly. Still, there are many specifics to consider, especially when completing cluster deployments, particularly in newer releases, which can be unfamiliar territory.

It is notably expensive when compared to the features offered by other alternatives. However, Oracle offers specific and unique capabilities. I would rate it ten out of ten in terms of cost.

It is an excellent product and service to launch your career with. If you become proficient in it, it can set you up for a twenty-year-long career. I would rate it eight out of ten.

My expertise is to evaluate whether there are any technologies of Oracle Database to be replaced or migrated from Oracle to other tools like MongoDB or Cassandra.

I use the solution for different transactions, data guard administration, and for analytics.

There are people in my company who know a lot of Oracle technologies. My teams have huge experience in this technology. Considering a standard industry, it is a developed system. It's very easy to use in general.

Feature-wise, the most valuable ones are its support and the fact that there is s lot of knowledge or experience related to the solution for my team.

It's a very expensive product. So, the pricing needs to be improved.

Big data use cases involving analytics, especially advanced analytics like machine learning, I need to improve in Oracle.

I use Oracle Database on all my platforms and systems in my company. I have been using the solution for ten years. Currently, I am using Oracle Database 11g.

Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten. Regarding plans to use Oracle Database even more in the future, my expectation is to try to replace it with some open-source technologies.

I rate the technical support a six out of ten.

Neutral

The solution's initial setup process was easy.

The ROI has not been good. In the past, it was good, though.

It is a very expensive tool.

I recommend the solution to those planning to use it. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

Oracle Database as a Service is used to manage full-featured Oracle Database instances.

The most valuable features of Oracle Database as a Service are configuration and troubleshooting.

Oracle Database as a Service could improve the performance when monitoring.

I have been using Oracle Database as a Service for approximately 10 years.

The stability of the solution is high.

I rate the stability of Oracle Database as a Service a ten out of ten.

Most of my clients are small to medium-sized businesses.

I rate the scalability of Oracle Database as a Service a seven out of ten.

We do not use the vendor's support but we use online resources.

I rate the support from Oracle Database as a Service a seven out of ten.

Neutral

The initial setup of Oracle Database as a Service is simple. The deployment took approximately one to two years.

I rate the initial setup of Oracle Database as a Service a nine out of ten.

We have two people who deploy the solution.

The price of Oracle Database as a Service is expensive.

I rate the price of Oracle Database as a Service a nine out of ten.

We have two to three people who maintain the solution.

We are looking to switch to another solution, such as MongoDB or Postgres SQL.

I rate Oracle Database as a Service an eight out of ten.

We use the solution for different projects. One is our ERP project. One we are using for billing purposes for a billing project. However, we later migrated that. We also use it for payment systems. We've used it for two or three projects.

In terms of technicality, Oracle is very good. However, in terms of licensing, it comes at a very high cost. They should have worked on a costing basis. 

It's a very robust database product. It has more capabilities like object storage, file-level storage, and database. The activity redundancy in the database is great. There is DCDR replication. It also has a GUI interface, so we can get the dashboard capabilities and can manage and monitor some things in the database from that GUI interface.

The solution is stable.

It is scalable. 

Technical support has been great.

It doesn't have an in-built database load balancer, like a database proxy and a database firewall. It should provide this feature also, the database load balancing.

The deployment is complex. 

We used the solution for almost seven years.

It is stable and reliable. There are no bugs or glitches, and it doesn't crash or freeze. The performance is good. 

I have found that the solution is scalable. 

We have 100 or so users. For the databases, we are using them for more transactions, like 50 or 60 more for all the transactions we are getting with our system.

At this point, we do not have plans to increase usage. 

The solution has good technical support. We find them to be helpful and responsive. 

Positive

I have used a different solution prior to Oracle. I can't recall the name of the product, however. 

The initial setup is very complex. It's not exactly straightforward. 

We only need three people to handle the deployment. That includes one technician and two DB admins.

We had help from Oracle with the setup.

We have not really seen an ROI since the product is so expensive. 

The product comes with a perpetual license with the per socket license. You have the sockets in your server, and you have to pay for them. However, the licensing cost is very dynamic. It depends upon your license provider or the Oracle product manager. The cost depends upon that.

It's a very expensive product.

There may be an open-source option. However, Oracle has proprietary features. Still, it is quite costly in terms of the environment.

I'd recommend potential new users work on their licensing and requirements before procuring the Oracle licenses. They need to manage their ATS cost also in future plans if they're planning for two years or more. They should take care of this ATS part also and decide what their requirements are so they can get a good discount on that.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.