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MySQL vs SAP MaxDB

MySQL

7.9#1 in database design toolsFree plan

Free planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted

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SAP MaxDB

6.4#68 in database softwareFree plan

Free planLinuxSelf-hostedWindows

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What both publish

Fact	MySQL	SAP MaxDB
Free plan	Yes	Yes

MySQL plans

Community EditionPriced on request
Community Edition—
Standard Edition—
Standard EditionPriced on request
Enterprise EditionPriced on request
Enterprise Edition—

SAP MaxDB plans

Community LicenseFree
Commercial LicensePriced on request

Pick MySQL if…

It suits developers and organisations building relational SQL or NoSQL applications, including web, e-commerce, SaaS, and transaction-processing systems. Teams needing commercial security features or support can consider the paid editions.

Pick SAP MaxDB if…

You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.

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