ApexSQL Plan vs SQL Server Management Studio
A side-by-side look at ApexSQL Plan and SQL Server Management Studio. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
ApexSQL Plan
Development
ApexSQL Plan is a SQL Server query plan visualization tool that helps DBAs analyze and troubleshoot query performance issues. It features an intuitive GUI for visualizing, comparing, analyzing, and reporting on execution plans.
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SQL Server Management Studio
Development
SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is a free integrated environment for managing any SQL infrastructure. It provides tools for configuring, monitoring, and administering SQL Server instances. SSMS allows database administrators and developers to create databases, write queries, design tables and indexes, and monitor server performance.
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