MariaDB Server vs Microsoft SQL Server
| MariaDB Server | Microsoft SQL Server | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Windows | — |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Database Software, Best Relational Databases. On Freedom251, MariaDB Server scores higher on our published basis.