Navicat Essentials for SQL Server

Navicat Essentials for SQL Server is a compact software solution that enables you to perform simple database maintenance actions. It provides a multitude of features and tools that aid you in server administration.

Connect to local or remote SQL servers

The application is quick to install and requires minimal attention during this process. However, things change when you try to connect to your database. You must configure connection settings, such as IP address, port number and username with its corresponding password.
You can set up an advanced connection in which you can add all the databases under your supervision. It is also possible to connect via SSH, SSL, or HTTP tunnel, provided you offer the details for each one.

Employ SQL editors, execute scripts and import or export data

The software provides all the necessary tools for you to perform data maintenance. You can edit the information stored in your database, dump / execute SQL scripts and import / export the information.
The only drawback is the application is specialized to handle a single type of database. If you require a software solution that handles MySQL, Maria DB, PostgreSQL, and SQlite, you should be looking at the Premium Essentials version from the same developer.
Navicat Essentials for SQL Server supports the latest databases features, such as triggers, functions, and views. Furthermore, you can convert data from plain text formats to TXT, CSV or XML.

A powerful tool for database administrators

In conclusion, Navicat Essentials for SQL Server is a complete solution for professionals who require a stable and reliable application. During testing, the software did not crash or display any error messages. You can take advantage of excellent value for money, as you can perform a variety of actions and you can handle multiple databases from the same application. All in all, Navicat Essentials for SQL Server can prove the right tool for the right user.