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# Compare MySQL vs dbFront

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | MySQL | dbFront |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 2094 | 11 |
| **Starting Price** | US$2,000.00 | CA$249.00 |
| **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) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Documentation |

## 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.

### dbFront

dbFront is best suited for organizations that manage their own infrastructure (Database) and want to give their users enhanced access to their data.

## Key features

### MySQL

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Audit Trail
- Configurable Workflow
- Customisable Reports
- Customisable Templates
- Data Capture and Transfer
- Data Connectors
- Data Dictionary Management
- Data Migration
- Data Storage Management
- Database Conversion
- Full Text Search
- Mobile Access
- Real-Time Data
- Reporting & Statistics
- Role-Based Permissions
- SSL Security
- Search/Filter
- Workflow Management

### dbFront

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Audit Trail
- Configurable Workflow
- Customisable Reports
- Customisable Templates
- Data Capture and Transfer
- Data Connectors
- Data Dictionary Management
- Data Migration
- Data Storage Management
- Database Conversion
- Full Text Search
- Mobile Access
- Real-Time Data
- Reporting & Statistics
- Role-Based Permissions
- SSL Security
- Search/Filter
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View MySQL Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/11482/mysql)
- [View dbFront Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/143165/dbfront)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/11482/143165/mysql/vs/dbfront)

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