DataReport vs Crystal Report

[RobDog888]

I was just wondering if there were any disadvantages in using
the vb DataReport. I have Crystal Report 8.5 developer, but I
thought it may simplify things if I use the dr on a small vb project.
I have not used the dr before so I am unsure about using it.

Any thoughts?

[brucevde]

I played around with DataReports when it first came out and quickly forgot about it. Its okay for quick lists but if you need to do any Grouping its a pain. In order to Group records you need to create "Hierarchical Recordsets" (Shape commands). I am not sure if it can even handle multiple groups. The functionality it offers is minimal compared to Crystal.

My advice, use/learn Crystal. Once you learn its "ins and outs", its a breeze...

[RobDog888]

Thanks brucevde. I was debating on learning DR or not. I already
know CR at a novice level, so CR it is. Thanks.