PlanetScale for MySQL at Scale (Managed for Enterprise)

I used the solution in my company for a website, and it helped in shortening the URLs. The tool was just for the website's use case.

The solution's most valuable feature is its simplicity. The tool is already hosted in our company's environment, so I can use it right away. I don't have to think about hosting it or any other stuff related to interacting with my database. It is very smooth and quick.

I am not sure, but I think recently, the tool removed the free version. Right now, we will have to pay to use the services. A free-tier version would help people understand what PlanetScale is all about.

I have been using PlanetScale for a couple of months. I am just a user of the tool.

I did not face any downtime when using the product. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

I cannot comment on the tool's scalability because the project we built was relatively small, and we didn't need a scalable database. I don't know how it can scale up.

Our company is pretty small. I have only about twelve to fifteen users of the tool in my company.

There was no reason to contact the support.

I have not used any tool besides PlanetScale, which I came across while browsing the internet, so I tried it, and it worked out well.

The product's initial setup phase is pretty easy. The tool guides you through setting it up and importing your application so you can start using it right away.

I don't remember if the paid version is something expensive or cheap. It has been quite a while. Last time, when I wanted to use the tool in a project, I could see it was only paid, so I didn't use the service.

I have not used any of the branching features in the tool.

If you have basic knowledge of SQL, you can use it right away. I don't think you'll need any hands-on experience.

I didn't face any challenges while integrating it with our company's existing system.

I recommend the tool to others.

I would tell others how easy it is to use and how it would reduce the burden on the application and probably let you start development immediately.

I rate the tool a nine out of ten.

I used PlanetScale for my final-year university project, where I built a social media bot. I needed to persist data, so I was looking for database providers. I found good things about PlanetScale on YouTube, which piqued my interest, so I decided to use it.

I like the solution's developer experience. When you deploy changes to the database in the portal, you can use different deployment strategies and see how things work. You can put changes into different branches, like deployment and staging. This is built into the product, allowing you to navigate changes through different branches.

It's a tool that requires some development experience. I used it with JavaScript, which has a nice hook-in. It's fairly easy if you're a well-versed developer, but it can be complicated to navigate if you're not experienced in development.

I used PlanetScale for hobby projects, so my perspective differs from someone using it commercially. Unfortunately, they've removed the free tier in recent months and pivoted to a business-to-business model. This is sad for hobby developers like me because it's a great product, but I understand they have costs to cover.

Their lowest plan now is around $40, which makes it exclusively for commercial customers. In an ideal world, they'd bring back cheaper plans. I'm not sure if they'll be able to offer a more affordable option, but it would be great if they could.

As for whether it's worth the money, that's something I'm questioning myself. Unless you have a product that will use the resources they provide in their plans, it might not be worth it. There are other solutions available. Even though PlanetScale has a great developer experience and a cheaper product, you could potentially invest that money in individuals to manage the database for you instead.

I have been using the product for five months. 

Regarding stability, I never encountered any issues or bugs with PlanetScale itself. Any problems were due to mistakes on my end. I appreciate that PlanetScale uses an industry-grade solution behind the scenes. I rate it a ten out of ten. 

PlanetScale's underlying infrastructure is one of its greatest strengths. From what I've seen in videos and explanations, PlanetScale can scale up to meet any business needs without issues.

I haven't personally tested its full scalability limits since I used it for a smaller project. However, based on what I've heard from others, it seems pretty much perfect. I'd give it a ten out of ten for scalability. 

I found integrating PlanetScale to be pretty straightforward. The initial setup steps were really clear. I used PlanetScale and Prisma to send queries to PlanetScale and get data back. It was easy to connect Prisma with PlanetScale using their documentation.

I recommend the solution to commercial customers. Others can use cheaper alternatives. I rate it a seven out of ten.  

I use PlanetScale with Prisma ORM for database support. It offers MySQL databases. It's easy to use because I define the database schema and then use code to create a database inside PlanetScale.

My main advantage is that when hosting an application, we usually need to host everything separately—the database, backend server, and front end. However, with the tool, we can host the database online from the start of the project. This means we don't need to worry about the database when we get to the hosting stage.

The solution is beginner-friendly. Like any new platform, it can be a bit confusing at first. But after spending about an hour with it, you can get a clear idea of what everything is for. It's not very confusing; I think they've improved it recently.

When I tried to integrate the solution with Firebase for authentication, I faced some interruptions. Also, when using it with Next.js and NextAuth.js for Google and social logins, I had some troubles.

I haven't faced any stability issues while using the product. 

The solution's scalability is impressive. It manages data effectively, and I haven't experienced any connection interruptions. It also works well with my frameworks.

I haven't contacted the tool's support yet. 

The solution is expensive for beginners. That's why I wasn't motivated to use it more. But they were already providing many features for free for beginners, which was great.

It met my requirements when I used it. I mostly used their free trial, which was enough for me. The functionality is there. Compared to MongoDB Atlas, which doesn't offer much in its free tier, PlanetScale is useful for someone starting in web development.

When I advise people about PlanetScale, I tell them everything I've mentioned. I explain the benefits and how it can be useful. I mentioned that it can reduce about 25% of the work we do regarding hosting costs. We can use the same access to the database without changing it. 

I rate the overall product an eight out of ten. 

My primary use case for this solution is to host the database for my portfolio project. The database is connected to my backend and hosted on this platform, while the project itself is deployed on another cloud-based platform.

The product's most valuable feature is its constant availability. The database is accessible 24/7, ensuring my project runs smoothly without interruptions.

We encountered some initial issues during the product deployment, which required me to search for solutions on forums. To minimize the need for external searches, it would be beneficial if the platform could provide more comprehensive documentation or direct solutions for common issues.

I have been using PlanetScale  for about a year.

The solution has been very stable.

We usually find information faster through a quick search than a response from a support team.

The initial setup was straightforward. The platform provides clear, step-by-step instructions, making it easy to deploy even for less experienced users.

I am currently using the product's free version, which has been sufficient for my portfolio project. The paid version ranges from $39 to $1,000, depending on the features and scale required.

I recommend the solution for developers, especially those working on portfolio projects, due to its ease of use and reliable performance. Trying out the free version first can help you decide if it meets your needs before committing to a paid plan

I rate it a nine.