Azure SQL Server Stretch Database vs. SAP HANA Cloud

Azure SQL Server Stretch Database was a feature introduced in SQL Server 2016 that allowed organizations to dynamically extend their on-premises databases to Azure, enabling seamless access to both hot and cold data without significant changes to existing applications. This capability provided virtually unlimited storage and compute capacity, facilitating efficient management of large datasets.

SAP HANA Cloud is a modern database-as-a-service (DBaaS) powering the next generation of intelligent data applications. SAP HANA Cloud offers a competitive edge by incorporating advanced machine learning and predictive tools grounded in modern data science. Its powerful in-memory performance safeguards efficient data processing. By securely storing vast amounts of data with its integrated multitier storage and handling various types on a single copy in its native multi-model database, SAP HANA Cloud simplifies data management and connects to other data sources.