There are various advantages and disadvantages of using MySQL. Some of them are given below:
Advantages
MySQL helps in the secure management of databases. By using it, we can securely execute database transactions.
It is fast and efficient in comparison to other database management systems as it supports varieties of storage engines.
As its transaction processing is high, MySQL can execute millions of queries.
Besides, some of the features that make MySQL unique are deadlock identification, execution of multiple transactions, efficient processing, and easy management.
Disadvantages
Scalability in MySQL is a redundant task.
MySQL serves good for large databases mostly.
There are issues of the instability of software.