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# Compare MySQL vs EMQX

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | MySQL | EMQX |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 2094 | 8 |
| **Starting Price** | US$2,000.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | 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.

### EMQX

Flex to meet the demands of various industries towards digital transformation, including Connected Vehicles, Industrial IoT, Automation, Carrier, Finance, Energy, and Smart City.

## Key features

### MySQL

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Anomaly Detection
- Application Management
- Asset Tracking
- Automated Discovery
- Capacity Management
- Dashboard
- Data Storage Management
- Event Logs
- Monitoring
- Multitenancy
- Performance Metrics
- Prioritisation
- Real-Time Analytics
- Real-Time Data
- Real-Time Reporting
- Status Tracking
- Transaction Monitoring
- Workflow Management

### EMQX

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Anomaly Detection
- Application Management
- Asset Tracking
- Automated Discovery
- Capacity Management
- Dashboard
- Data Storage Management
- Event Logs
- Monitoring
- Multitenancy
- Performance Metrics
- Prioritisation
- Real-Time Analytics
- Real-Time Data
- Real-Time Reporting
- Status Tracking
- Transaction Monitoring
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View MySQL Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/11482/mysql)
- [View EMQX Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1013476/emq)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/11482/1013476/mysql/vs/emq)

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