Advantage Database or SQL Server

Question

I have a client that currently uses a local Advantage Database on their PC along with an application. They are thinking of upscaling their setup to have multiple applications running communicating with a database server i.e/a client-server environment.

They are now considering the best database for this approach. They are looking at the Advantage Database Server product in comparison to SQL Server Express(the application does not warrant a full SQL Server at this stage).

Obviously SQL Server is a more well known product probably with more support but I was hoping you could give me some opinions and thoughts on what you think the best product would be in terms of performance, stability and support.

One thing to note although not directly relevant is that the application is currently written in Delphi and there could be a move to C# to bring it up to date.

Answer 1

The migration from a local Advantage Database to a client/server Advantage database is a very simple process. It simply involves changing the connection properties within the program. There are no other coding changes that need to be done.

Advantage has a great support team and has been in development for over 15 years. The stability and support are at least equal to SQL Server.

Advantage also provides a .NET Data Provider which would allow for C# development.