Azure Database for MySQL pricing
MySQL · Microsoft Azure · snapshot captured June 2026
Azure Database for MySQL is a managed MySQL offering from Microsoft Azure. It uses vcore-hour + separate storage. Its representative entry tier is D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) at ~$125/mo. Storage billed separately per GB-month; reserved capacity and prepay discounts available. 12 months free of a B1ms Flexible Server (750 hours/month) plus storage for new accounts. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
Source: Microsoft Azure pricing. Data as of June 2026.
Azure Database for MySQL pricing tiers
| Tier | Specs | Hourly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burstable B1ms | 1 vCore / 2 GiB | $0.02/hr | ~$12/mo | Cheapest managed MySQL instance here; 12-month free tier eligible. |
| General Purpose D2ds_v5 | 2 vCore / 8 GiB | $0.17/hr | ~$125/mo | Compute only; storage separate. |
Source: Microsoft Azure pricing. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
At a glance
| Cost factor | Azure Database for MySQL |
|---|---|
| Engine | MySQL |
| Vendor | Microsoft Azure |
| Pricing model | vCore-hour + separate storage |
| Representative tier | D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) (~$125/mo) |
| Storage / extras | Storage billed separately per GB-month; reserved capacity and prepay discounts available. |
| Free tier | 12 months free of a B1ms Flexible Server (750 hours/month) plus storage for new accounts. |
| Region note | East US, Flexible Server, on-demand. |
Source: Microsoft Azure pricing page. Data as of June 2026.
Cost pros & cons
Where Azure MySQL saves money
- Cheapest entry instance (B1ms ~$12/month) of the hyperscalers
- 12-month free B1ms tier for new accounts
- Reserved pricing and Azure ecosystem integration
Watch-outs
- Storage billed separately on top of compute
- Burstable tier is dev/test grade only
- Per-vCore pricing similar to AWS at the General Purpose tier
Accuracy note: D2ds_v5 is the current-gen equivalent of the older D2ds_v4; verify the exact SKU on the Azure pricing page.
Azure Database for MySQL vs similar offerings
How Azure Database for MySQL compares with other managed MySQL and adjacent offerings:
| Offering | Engine | Representative tier | Est. monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Database for MySQL (this offering) | MySQL | D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) | ~$125/mo |
| Amazon RDS for MySQL | MySQL | db.t3.medium (2 vCPU / 4 GiB) | ~$52/mo |
| Google Cloud SQL for MySQL | MySQL | 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) | ~$101/mo |
| PlanetScale | MySQL | PS-10 (smallest realistic production cluster) | ~$39/mo |
| Aiven for MySQL | MySQL | Startup-4 (2 CPU / 4 GB / 80 GB storage) | ~$75/mo |
| Amazon ElastiCache | Redis / Valkey | cache.t4g.micro (0.5 GiB) | ~$12/mo |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Azure Database for MySQL cost?
Azure Database for MySQL uses vcore-hour + separate storage. Its representative entry is D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) at ~$125/mo. Storage billed separately per GB-month; reserved capacity and prepay discounts available. snapshot captured June 2026 — verify on the vendor's pricing page.
Does Azure Database for MySQL have a free tier?
Not really. 12 months free of a B1ms Flexible Server (750 hours/month) plus storage for new accounts.
What is the cheapest Azure Database for MySQL tier?
The smallest tier is Burstable B1ms (1 vCore / 2 GiB): ~$12/mo. Cheapest managed MySQL instance here; 12-month free tier eligible. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
What should I watch for in Azure Database for MySQL pricing?
Watch-outs: Storage billed separately on top of compute; Burstable tier is dev/test grade only; Per-vCore pricing similar to AWS at the General Purpose tier. D2ds_v5 is the current-gen equivalent of the older D2ds_v4; verify the exact SKU on the Azure pricing page.
Keep exploring
Source & accuracy
Figures are a dated snapshot from Microsoft Azure's pricing page (snapshot captured June 2026). Managed-database pricing is volatile and varies by region, tier, storage and discounts — verify current prices on the vendor's page before purchasing. This is an informational comparison, not a quote. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20