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When comparing SQL Index Manager vs ExpressProfiler, the Slant community recommends SQL Index Manager for most people. In the question“What are the best free tools for SQL Server?” SQL Index Manager is ranked 2nd while ExpressProfiler is ranked 10th.
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Pros
Pro GUI
Pro Command line
Pro Open source
See Wiki.
Pro Easy
Much easier than Microsoft's profiler, which is not included in the Express version of SQL Server.
Pro Works with most SQL Server versions
Can be used with both Express and non-Express editions of SQL Server 2005/2008/2008r2/2012/2014 (including LocalDB).
Pro No installation needed
Can be used without installation.
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