Microsoft Access

Founded 1992

Build and manage relational databases without writing complex code

Cost

Free Trial

Rating

★ Mixed Reviews

Time to value

Moderate Setup (1-3 hours)

You can use Microsoft Access to create and manage relational databases on Windows. It lets you build custom forms for data entry, run queries to filter and analyze records, and generate reports from your data. You can connect it to other Microsoft 365 apps like Excel and SharePoint, import data from various sources, and set up automated workflows using macros. It works well for tracking inventory, managing contacts, or organizing any structured data that outgrows a spreadsheet.

What Microsoft Access does

Create a new relational database with linked tablesDesign a data entry form for non-technical usersRun a query to filter records by date, category, or valueGenerate a formatted report from query resultsImport data from an Excel file into an Access tableSet up a macro to automate a repeated data taskLink an Access table to a SharePoint list for shared accessExport query results to Excel for further analysisBuild custom data entry forms using a drag-and-drop form designerCreate SQL queries visually without writing raw SQL codeGenerate printable reports from database records with formatting controlsImport and link data directly from Excel spreadsheets and CSV filesAutomate repetitive tasks using built-in macro and VBA scriptingConnect to SharePoint lists and SQL Server for shared data accessSet up relationships between tables to avoid duplicate data entryUse built-in templates to quickly start common database projects like contacts or inventory

Pricing breakdown

PlanPrice10 seats / yr

Microsoft 365 Business Basic$6.00 / mo$720

Microsoft 365 Business Standard$12.50 / mo$1,500

Microsoft 365 Business Premium$22.00 / mo$2,640

Annual estimates assume continuous billing at the listed list price. Volume discounts typical above 50 seats.

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