What is best tool to compare two SQL Server databases (schema and data)? [duplicate]

I would like to compare two SQL Server databases including schema (table structure) and data in tables too. What is best tool to do this?


I use schema and data comparison functionality built into the latest version Microsoft Visual Studio 2015 Community Edition (Free) or Professional / Premium / Ultimate edition. Works like a charm!

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Red-Gate's SQL data comparison tool is my second alternative:

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  • http://www.red-gate.com/products/sql-development/sql-compare/
  • http://www.red-gate.com/products/sql-development/sql-data-compare/

I like Open DBDiff.

While not the most complete tool, it works great, it's free, and it's very easy to use.


I am using Red-Gate's software: http://www.red-gate.com