DBArtisan
Database management systems (DBMS)
Database security software
Data security software
Database software
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What is DBArtisan
DBArtisan is a database administration and development tool used to manage and troubleshoot relational database platforms from a single desktop interface. It targets database administrators and SQL developers who need cross-database support for tasks such as schema management, SQL editing, performance troubleshooting, and job automation. The product is positioned as a multi-database client with administrative features, rather than a database engine, and it is commonly deployed in environments that operate more than one RDBMS.
Broad multi-database administration
DBArtisan supports working across multiple relational database platforms from one tool, which helps teams standardize workflows in mixed-database environments. It centralizes common DBA tasks such as object management, user/session monitoring, and maintenance operations. This reduces the need to switch between vendor-specific tools for routine administration.
SQL development and tuning tools
The product includes SQL editing and execution features alongside utilities aimed at diagnosing and improving query performance. It is designed for workflows where developers and DBAs collaborate on troubleshooting slow SQL and validating changes. Having development and administration capabilities in one interface can streamline handoffs during incident response and optimization work.
Operational utilities and automation
DBArtisan provides utilities for tasks like job execution, scripting, and repeatable administrative actions. These features support operational consistency for maintenance activities across environments (development, test, production). It can be useful where teams need a GUI-driven tool to complement command-line scripts and database-native schedulers.
Not a DBMS platform
Despite fitting into “database software,” DBArtisan does not provide a database engine, storage layer, or native cloud data platform capabilities. Organizations still need separate DBMS products for hosting data and executing workloads. As a result, it primarily complements—rather than replaces—core database platforms.
Limited security governance depth
While it can assist with administrative tasks that touch security (for example, managing users/roles on supported databases), it is not a dedicated data security or database security governance platform. Capabilities such as enterprise-wide policy enforcement, continuous compliance monitoring, and advanced data discovery/classification typically require separate tooling. Security outcomes also depend heavily on the underlying DBMS features and configuration.
Desktop tooling and licensing overhead
As a client tool, it introduces endpoint installation, version management, and license administration that can be harder to standardize than browser-based alternatives. Some organizations prefer lightweight SQL clients or cloud-native consoles for distributed teams. This can increase operational overhead, especially in large enterprises with many developers and DBAs.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| DBArtisan - Single Platform - Workstation License | $4,459.00 per license | Pricing includes 1 year of support & maintenance; pricing for new customers only (store listing). |
| DBArtisan - Single Platform - Named Network License | $4,459.00 per license | Named network licensing option; includes 1 year support & maintenance. |
| DBArtisan - Single Platform - Concurrent License | $8,918.00 per license | Concurrent licensing for single-platform; includes 1 year support & maintenance. |
| DBArtisan - Multi-Platform - Workstation License | $6,754.00 per license | Multi-platform edition (supports multiple DBMS); includes 1 year support & maintenance. |
| DBArtisan - Multi-Platform - Named Network License | $6,754.00 per license | Named network multi-platform license; includes 1 year support & maintenance. |
| DBArtisan - Multi-Platform - Concurrent License | $13,508.00 per license | Concurrent multi-platform license; includes 1 year support & maintenance. |
Notes:
- IDERA's online product/resource pages also display a promotional/online price of $3,567.00 per user (workstation) ("Save at least 20% on all online purchases") — see vendor site.
- Pricing statements on the official store indicate "Pricing includes 1 year of support and maintenance per license" and "Pricing for new customers only, first year maintenance included."
Seller details
IDERA, Inc.
Austin, Texas, USA
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https://www.idera.com/
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