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DBmarlin vs MySQL
Both stand on database monitoring. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWeb+1
DBmarlin combines SQL performance visibility, change detection and tuning guidance, with multiple deployment options. Check how its instance-based licensing applies to your database technology; monthly pricing is unavailable.
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Visit MySQL The facts
| DBmarlin | MySQL | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 2 | 18 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | dbmarlin.com | mysql.com |
| On database monitoring | #1 of 38 | #3 of 38 |
DBmarlin: what it does well
- Captures SQL text and wait states.
- Automatically detects several kinds of database changes.
- Offers self-hosted and cloud deployment.
- Free licence includes unlimited users and no time limit.
- Supports a broad list of databases and integrations.
What to know first
- Free licence covers one database instance.
- Monthly pricing is unavailable.
- Prices exclude tax.
- SAP HANA pricing is marked beta.
MySQL: what it does well
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