Compare MySQL hosting at ScaleGrid vs. Azure Database.
See how ScaleGrid MySQL stacks up against Azure Database for MySQL in database administrative features, backups, security, monitoring and management.
Overview | ScaleGrid | Azure Database | |
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Performance BenchmarkSee how ScaleGrid improves throughput across balanced workload scenarios | - | ScaleGrid performs up to 300% better. | ScaleGrid performs up to 300% better. |
Bring Your Own Cloud (AWS and Azure)Deploy deployments of all sizes in your own AWS and Azure account | Azure only | Azure only | |
MySQL Super User AccessKeep full super user administrative control over your MySQL deployments | No | No | |
SSH Access To The Underlying MachineKeep root access to the underlying machines, and install custom software agents | No | No | |
Plugin Extension Support for MySQLInstall custom plugins to accommodate your needs with no restrictions | No | No | |
Local SSD Disk Support on AWS or DigitalOceanUse local SSD disks for high disk read/write performance | No | No | |
On-Premise DBaaS SupportManage databases on-premise or in a private cloud | No | No | |
Single Console Management for Multiple DatabasesSupport for MongoDB® Database, Redis™, MySQL, and PostgreSQL | MongoDB® Database, Redis™, MySQL, PostgreSQL | Yes Redis™, MySQL, PostgreSQL | Yes Redis™, MySQL, PostgreSQL |
Fully Customizable RAM, Disk Size & Instance TypeCustomize RAM, disk size, IOPS and instance type at any size for free | No Custom Azure instance types and premium disks not supported | No Custom Azure instance types and premium disks not supported | |
Custom Read Replica Set ConfigurationsCustomize your replica set size as per your needs | Coming soon | No | No |
MySQL Replication TechnologyReplication model for MySQL | MySQL Asynchronous and Semi-synchronous | Asynchronous | Asynchronous |
Security | ScaleGrid | Azure Database | |
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Control Access With Security GroupsLock down access without having to deal with IP whitelists | No | No | |
Encryption at RestDisk encryption to protect your stored data against potential attacks | AWS & Azure | Yes | Yes |
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