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Microsoft Access vs. Redgate Data Modeler

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricMicrosoft Access

by Microsoft

Redgate Data Modeler

by Redgate Software

Overall rating4.04.5
Review count85516
Ease of use8.09.3
Ease of setup8.29.3
Quality of support8.28.3
Meets requirements8.68.7
NPS29.96389957.142857
Small Business34.2%43.8%
Mid-Market27.4%43.8%
Enterprise38.4%12.5%
Total page views524122
Total LLM citations2,779364

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Access is a database management system (DBMS) developed by Microsoft, combining the relational Access Database Engine with a graphical user interface and software development tools. As part of the Microsoft 365 suite, Access enables users to create, manage, and analyze databases efficiently. It allows for the development of application software and supports integration with various data sources, including SQL Server and Oracle, through ODBC compatibility.

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    Redgate Data Modeler

    Redgate Data Modeler (formerly Vertabelo) is a cloud-based database modeling tool that helps teams design, update, and manage database schemas quickly and collaboratively. Built for PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, and more, it combines real-time collaboration, built-in versioning, reverse engineering, and automated SQL generation in a single browser-based workspace. By keeping every stakeholder aligned on one accurate model, Redgate Data Modeler reduces rework, improves accuracy, and accelerates database delivery.

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