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Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools that fit your business needs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: MySQL Data Access Components Cost & Reviews - Capterra Australia 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Database Software](/directory/18/database-management/software) > [MySQL Data Access Components](/software/1029272/mysql-data-access-components) # MySQL Data Access Components Canonical: https://www.capterra.com.au/software/1029272/mysql-data-access-components Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/1029272/mysql-data-access-components?page=2) > Library of components that provides direct access to MySQL and MariaDB databases from Delphi, C++Builder, and Lazarus. > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 35 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses MySQL Data Access Components? MySQL Data Access Components is widely used by software developers and software development companies, that build their applications using Delphi, C++ Builder and Lazarus. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 35 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Devart - **Location**: Prague, Czechia - **Founded**: 1997 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: USD 209.95 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Belize and 206 more ## Features - Data Import/Export - Data Synchronization ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Chat ## Category - [Database Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/18/database-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Components are both easy to use in code with well organised component classes that are self intuitive. ----- ### "MySQL Data Access Components - The Best Choice" — 5.0/5 > **Eduardo** | *27 March 2025* | Judiciary | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The components are fast, the documentation is rich, the support is amazing, the forum is very good > > **Cons**: I like everything, I've been using it for 21 years > > I have been using MySQL Data Access Components since 2004, it was the best choice I made, the components are incredible, the documentation is detailed, the examples are complete and Devart support is incredible, and they also have a forum where we can resolve any questions. I have been using MyDAC for 21 years, it was the best choice I made, ----- ### "Mydac whith Delphi" — 5.0/5 > **david** | *23 December 2025* | Computer & Network Security | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I m using Mydac with Delphi since more than 10 years and i m satisfy with the Mydac components , each year i update with new version ----- ### "Rock-Solid MySQL Access for Delphi – Fast and Reliable for 15+ Years" — 5.0/5 > **charles** | *8 July 2025* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: - Extremely reliable and stable across MySQL and Delphi versions - Excellent performance with both simple and complex queries - Long-term compatibility and regular updates - Easy to integrate and use in Delphi project > > **Cons**: - nothing significant. Occasionally waiting for support for newer Delphi versions, but it's usually added quickly. > > I’ve been using MyDAC for over 15 years—since the MySQL 5.0 days—and it has never let me down. It’s fast, dependable, and evolves with the tools I use. Whether for desktop or server-side Delphi apps, it consistently delivers. It's a key part of my development stack and has made working with MySQL in Delphi effortless over the years. ----- ### "Fast and Secure MySQL Access in Delphi with MyDAC After 5+ Years of Use" — 5.0/5 > **Kiril** | *23 August 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Fast, stable, easy to use, well-documented, works with SecureBridge for SSL, and saves a lot of development time. > > **Cons**: It is a paid library, but given its reliability, ease of use, and the time it saves, it is worth every penny. > > I’ve been using MyDAC in Delphi projects and it has proven to be a very reliable and efficient way to connect directly to MySQL. It’s fast, lightweight, and avoids the overhead of ODBC or ADO. The components integrate smoothly with RAD Studio, and working with datasets and transactions feels very natural. In combination with SecureBridge, I’ve also used MyDAC to connect over SSL, which was straightforward to set up and worked flawlessly. The stability in production and the performance benefits are excellent, and the documentation makes it easy to get started. Overall, MyDAC saves a lot of development time and is definitely worth the money if you’re building professional Delphi applications with MySQL. ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/1029272/mysql-data-access-components?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/1029272/mysql-data-access-components) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pl | | ----- ## Structured Data