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# Compare MySQL vs Adminer

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> Detailed comparison between MySQL and Adminer. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | MySQL | Adminer |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.3/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 2094 | 3 |
| **Starting Price** | US$2 000,00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop) | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | - |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | - |

## Best for

### MySQL

MySQL suits organizations of any size, in any industry, including Enterprise and SMB across Web \&amp; E-commerce, Financial Services, Healthcare, Retail, Telecom and More.

### Adminer

Administrators, database managers, PHP developers

## Key features

### MySQL

- AI/Machine Learning
- Access Management
- Asset Tracking
- Audit Planning
- Automated Discovery
- Configurable Workflow
- Customizable Reports
- Data Dictionary Management
- Data Storage Management
- Filtering
- Log Access
- Monitoring
- NOSQL Database Management
- Performance Management
- Real-Time Data
- Relational Database Management
- Risk Analysis
- Threat Response
- Tokenization
- Transaction Monitoring

### Adminer

- Data Dictionary Management
- Data Storage Management
- Relational Database Management

## Links

- [View MySQL Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/11482/mysql)
- [View Adminer Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/148407/adminer)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/11482/148407/mysql/vs/adminer)

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