DBSync

Database synchronization is a process that ensures data uniformity across two or more databases. Comparing and synching databases can be done by  running scripts, but there is another way. DBSync, for example, is a third-party tool that should help you synch and compare your DBs at a much faster pace.

DBSync supports a wide range of databases like SQL Server, Access, MySQL, DB2, etc., and various other formats like TXT, XLS, CSV, and more. Also, DBsynch should allow you to perform heterogeneous database syncs or cross-database synchronization. For example, you can compare/sync an Access DB with an SQL server one, without worrying about compatibility issues.

Why is the DB comparison relevant? Well, the first step in synching DBs is to detect if there are any differences between the source and the target database. Comparing them would bring the inconsistencies up, which are then fixed by synchronizing both instances.

Another aspect that would be of interest to database administrators is the unattended sync. In short, you should be able to set up an automatic sync interval, which would make sure that your data is synchronized properly after a system or application restart.

In conclusion, DBSync might the perfect tool for database managers who'd like to move from injecting scripts to a simple UI-based solution for comparing and syncing databases.