Azure SQL Database vs Google Cloud Spanner
| Azure SQL Database | Google Cloud Spanner | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows | api, Linux, self-hosted, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
Both are listed in Best Database Software. On The Geeks Club, Azure SQL Database scores higher on our published basis.