G2 Vendor Directory

Spark SQL vs. Microsoft SQL Server

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

MetricSpark SQL

by The Apache Software Foundation

Microsoft SQL Server

by Microsoft

Overall rating4.64.4
Review count462,289
Ease of use9.18.8
Ease of setup9.08.4
Quality of support8.68.6
Meets requirements9.09.2
NPS69.56521757.082552
Small Business26.1%18.7%
Mid-Market19.6%36.3%
Enterprise54.3%45.0%
Total page views351,482
Total LLM citations202,771

Spark SQL

Spark SQL lets you query structured data inside Spark programs, using either SQL or a familiar DataFrame API. Usable in Java, Scala, Python and R.

Pros

    Microsoft SQL Server

    SQL Server 2017 brings the power of SQL Server to Windows, Linux and Docker containers for the first time ever, enabling developers to build intelligent applications using their preferred language and environment. Experience industry-leading performance, rest assured with innovative security features, transform your business with AI built-in, and deliver insights wherever your users are with mobile BI.

    Pros

    • Ease of Use
    • Database Management
    • Performance
    • Easy Integrations
    • Features
    • Integrations