# SQL Recipes: Queries, Commands — Learn SQL on a real database

> SQL query reference and practice tool with explanations and dialect comparisons. (iPhone/iPad app by Fedor Obraztsov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-recipes-queries-commands/id1442737262 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Fedor Obraztsov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1012115119)
- Category: Developer Tools, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.86/5 from 109 App Store ratings · 57 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Hebrew, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese and 5 more
- Released: 2018-11-20
- Data updated: 2026-10-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-recipes-queries-commands/id1442737262/reviews.md

## What is SQL Recipes?

200+ SQL queries with explanations, 120+ of them free. Tap Run and see the result table right in the app.

An everyday SQL cheat sheet, from your first SELECT to window functions.

• 39 sections, including filtering, sorting, calculated fields, functions, GROUP BY, window functions, subqueries, JOIN, UNION, INSERT and UPDATE, data types, tables, views.
• Changes by standard: 7 sections from SQL-92 to SQL:2023, with before-and-after queries.
• Keyword and function reference: over 180 articles. Browse, search, or tap a word in a query to open its article.
• Dialects compared: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server, Oracle, Firebird, Access. Where they differ, the dialect-specific variants are shown.
• Practice database: the classic MySQL “world” sample (countries, cities, spoken languages); its tables are described in the app.
• Run in the app: more than half of the queries execute against the practice database, and the result table appears directly below the query. Requires an internet connection.
• Search covers the queries themselves, not just titles: type a fragment you remember and find the query.
• Edit queries and rerun the runnable ones; one tap brings the original back.
• Add your own queries; they are saved in the app.
• Everything except running queries works offline. No account needed.

Queries are curated from professional sources and checked before release: the code works and is easy to follow.

FREE VERSION
• 12 runs and 12 edits a day
• Full keyword and function reference; tap a word in a query for up to 12 articles a day
• Up to 5 queries of your own

The full version unlocks every query, removes the limits on edits and on your own queries, and raises the daily run limit to 80. One-time purchase, no subscription.

Built by a developer for developers. The CodePro project has been in active development since 2015.

WHAT'S NEW
• Improved support for foldable phones and large screens.

## Key features

- 200+ SQL queries with explanations
- Keyword and function reference
- Dialect comparison (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.)
- Practice database with runnable queries
- Edit and add custom queries
- Offline access (except query execution)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Оperations with example | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock the paid topics | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version – Unlimited | $1.99 | one-time |


## Is SQL Recipes safe?

SQL Recipes: Queries, Commands appears safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for SQL Recipes is 93 out of 100. This assessment is based on 109 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4.9 out of 5. Of 109 App Store ratings, 98.2% point to a safe experience, 0.9% suggest some concerns, and 0.9% point to a risky experience.

## Is SQL Recipes legit?

SQL Recipes: Queries, Commands appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for SQL Recipes is 95 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 57)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-recipes-queries-commands/id1442737262/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Слабо

*2026-03-01*

Многие темы не раскрываются, примеры слабые, более 90% информации за платную подписку и то, там кот наплакал по знаниям.

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Спасибо, что написали. Уточню: подписки нет вовсе - покупка разовая; бесплатно открыты 122 запроса из 201, справочник по ключевым словам (188 статей) открыт целиком. Про слабые примеры: у каждого примера в приложении есть кнопка «Обсудить» - назовите тему и предложите свой вариант, лучший поставлю в обновление.

### 5/5 — На русском!

*2025-12-17*

Большое спасибо! Все на русском, что не может не радовать 5+

### 5/5 — Вопрос

*2025-06-22*

Доброго дня!
Подскажите пожалуйста, покупала у Вас платную версию. Если буду переходить на андройд, возможно ли как-то перенести покупку? И вообще есть ли это приложение на гугл плей?

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте, это приложение на сегодня не доступно в Гугл Плей. Но оно доступно в RuStore на Андройд. Покупку, к сожалению, перенести невозможно. У меня нет сервера для синхронизации покупок между разными платформами.

### 5/5 — Must Have App

*2025-03-04*

This is my go to reference for all things SQL, it’s straight forward, breaks everything down in a simple fashion. Highly recommend!

**Developer response:** Thank you very much 🤝

### 5/5 — Подписка

*2025-01-04*

Здравствуйте 
Как купить подписку не через App Store?

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте, это не подписка. Это однократная покупка полной версии. Купить ее, к сожалению, можно только через официальный магазин.

### 5/5 — Super helpful SQL reference

*2024-11-04*

I have not yet run into the “, but…____” in this app so I will hang my 5 stars on it. 
Usual caveats apply “not a substitute for class/projects/job experience”, “More helpful if you know about SQL”, “Do NOT use on live data without backups”, yadda, yadda; Yadda.

**Developer response:** Thank you! I hope that the application will be useful for you!

### 5/5 — Отлично!

*2024-10-16*

Отличное приложение, очень выручает и экономит время.

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте, спасибо за обратную связь 🤝 Рад что приложение вам помогает экономить время!

### 5/5 — Great tool

*2024-07-29*

It’s the tool I was looking for. Clear examples for each topic.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! I am very glad that you liked the app.

### 5/5 — Best App To Revise SQL

*2024-05-10*

Thanks for providing this 🥹😍

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback 🤝👍🏻

### 1/5 — In-app purchases

*2024-04-09*

Even it was mentioned that the full version is 0.99$ 6.75 Canadian Dollars has been charged. Please refund my money.

**Developer response:** Sorry for the surprise. Apple sets the price for each country and shows the exact amount in the purchase dialog before you confirm. If a charge doesn't match what you agreed to, Apple refunds it through its Report a Problem page.

## Frequently asked questions about SQL Recipes

### What is SQL Recipes?

SQL Recipes is a mobile application designed to help users learn and reference SQL queries. It offers over 200 SQL queries with explanations, a keyword reference, and the ability to practice on a sample database.

### Does SQL Recipes have ads?

No, SQL Recipes does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with an optional one-time purchase for full access to all features.

### What SQL dialects does SQL Recipes support?

SQL Recipes compares dialects including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server, Oracle, Firebird, and Access, showing specific variants where they differ.

### Can I run SQL queries in SQL Recipes?

Yes, over half of the queries in SQL Recipes can be run directly within the app against a practice database, displaying the result table. This feature requires an internet connection.

### Is SQL Recipes suitable for beginners?

Yes, SQL Recipes is built for developers and covers everything from basic SELECT statements to advanced window functions, making it suitable for those learning SQL.

### How often is SQL Recipes updated?

The app was last updated on October 30, 2026, indicating active development. It has received updates to improve support for foldable phones and large screens.

### What are the limitations of the free version of SQL Recipes?

The free version allows 12 query runs and 12 edits per day, access to up to 12 keyword/function articles daily, and saving up to 5 custom queries.

### What does the full version of SQL Recipes unlock?

The full version, available as a one-time purchase, unlocks all queries, removes daily limits on runs and edits, and allows unlimited custom queries.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.11 — 2026-10-30

• Search inside a query: “Find in code” highlights a word in the query and steps through every match.
• Improved support for foldable phones and large screens.

### 4.07 — 2026-09-22

• Copying code is now unlocked in the free version too, with no limit.
• Supports iOS 17 and macOS 14.

### 4.05 — 2026-09-01

• Run queries right in the app - the SQL is executed and the result appears under the query.
• Query editing: adjust the SQL to your own case, the original is always one tap away.
• Your own examples: add your own SQL queries and keep them in the app.

### 3.01 — 2025-06-10

This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.00 — 2025-05-26

This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements.

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