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Drizzle vs SQL Server

Drizzle and SQL Server are free.

Drizzle logo: A TypeScript query builder that maps tables to typed functions.
Drizzle logo: A TypeScript query builder that maps tables to typed functions.

Drizzle

Free

A TypeScript query builder that maps tables to typed functions.

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Pros of Drizzle

  • Queries stay readable if you already know SQL

  • The same schema can target Postgres or SQLite

  • Type errors catch renamed columns

Cons of Drizzle

  • You still design the tables yourself

  • It is a library in the app, not a hosted database

SQL Server logo: Microsoft’s relational database. The usual pair with C# and Azure.
SQL Server logo: Microsoft’s relational database. The usual pair with C# and Azure.

SQL Server

Free

Microsoft’s relational database. The usual pair with C# and Azure.

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Pros of SQL Server

  • Natural pair with C#

  • Strong Azure tooling

  • Express is free to start

Cons of SQL Server

  • Paid editions get expensive

  • Less common outside Microsoft shops