It helps to integrate multiple SQL Server instances, which can be accessed from different machines (also mobile devices).
The UI could do with some improvements as it's not very intuitive but that shouldn't stop you using this product if your requirements are met by its features. There's no other way out now than to invest in an expensive database like Azure Database Migration Service or Redgate Data Generator Toolbox since they support all major DBMSs including MySQL/MariaDB! We use shadow base at my workplace because we have several clients who host their own MSSQL servers while our team works remotely so having access through cloud storage was key requirement for us when selecting SBS solution.