Comparison

PostgreSQL Client vs MySQL Mobile Client

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PostgreSQL Client

Access and manage your PostgreSQL databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring, querying, and modifying data, with advanced features like AI-assisted query composition and ER diagrams. It supports secure connections and various data import/export options.

Highlights
  • Secure TLS/SSH connections
  • AI-assisted query composition
  • ER Diagram Viewer
  • Advanced data grid for editing
  • Data import/export
  • Database object exploration
  • Server status monitoring
Features
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DB Compass for PostgreSQL allows you to access your PostgreSQL database directly and without any server setup. You can manage your data with a clean and simple iOS user interface. FEATURES: • Connection over TLS encryption and/or SSH tunnel • Database authentication supported: plain, MD5, SASL (SCRAM-SHA-256 and SCRAM-SHA-256-PLUS) and OAuth (PostgreSQL 18+) • SSH authentication support Secure Enclave Key and U2F/FIDO NFC Key • Assisted table creation and alter structure • Explore, filter, sort, and quick search table data • Query script with A.I. assisted composition and plan analysis • Database objects (tables, views, procedures, etc.) • Database statistics, sessions manager, server status graphs • ER Diagram Viewer • Advanced data grid for browse, edit, conditional formatting • Blob field preview, import and export • Job Activity Monitor • User list and Privileges • Import and Export in multiple formats • iCloud Sync for SQL and JS scripts • SQL plan analysis • Execute queries with Shortcuts App • Charts & Widgets OpenAI, Gemini and Claude integration requires api key and is only available in allowed regions. Ollama and LM Studio integration requires your server to connect. Tested on PostgreSQL 9.5 to 18. -- This is a Premium app and some features may require an in-app lifetime unlock -- For feedback or suggestions contact info@dbcompass.net

About

MySQL Mobile Client

Access and manage your MySQL databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring data, creating tables, running queries with AI assistance, and monitoring server status. It supports secure connections and various data management features.

Highlights
  • Secure TLS and SSH tunnel connections
  • AI-assisted query composition
  • Table creation and structure alteration
  • Data exploration, filtering, and sorting
  • Database object management
  • Server status monitoring and statistics
  • ER Diagram Viewer
Features
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DB Compass for MySQL allows you to access your MySQL database directly without any server setup. You can manage your data with a very clean and simple iOS user interface. FEATURES: • Connection over TLS encryption and SSH tunnel • SSH authentication support Secure Enclave Key and U2F/FIDO NFC Key • Assisted table creation and alter structure • Explore, filter, sort, and quick search table data • Query script with A.I. assisted composition and plan analysis • Database objects (tables, views, procedures, etc.) • Database statistics, sessions manager, server status graphs • ER Diagram Viewer • Advanced data grid for browse, edit, conditional formatting • Blob field preview, import and export • Job Activity Monitor • User list and Privileges • Import and Export in multiple formats • iCloud Sync for SQL and JS scripts • SQL plan analysis • Execute queries with Shortcuts App • User Charts • Widgets for User Charts OpenAI, Gemini and Claude integration requires api key and is only available in allowed regions. Ollama and LM Studio integration requires your server to connect. Tested on MySQL 5.7, 8 and 9. -- This is a Premium app and some features may require an in-app lifetime unlock -- For feedback or suggestions contact info@dbcompass.net

Screenshots

PostgreSQL Client4 screens
MySQL Mobile Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

PostgreSQL Client and MySQL Mobile Client both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of PostgreSQL Client's written reviews are positive against 62% of MySQL Mobile Client's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PostgreSQL Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MySQL Mobile Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for PostgreSQL Client against 4.5 for MySQL Mobile Client. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 153 and 204 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of PostgreSQL Client's written reviews are positive against 62% of MySQL Mobile Client's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PostgreSQL Client versus MySQL Mobile Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostgreSQL ClientMySQL Mobile Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (153 ratings) — better4.5 (204 ratings)
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews — better61.9% of reviews
Number of ratings153204 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB132 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloFilippo Maguolo

Customer experience

PostgreSQL Client

All ratings153 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive74.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative22.2%

MySQL Mobile Client

All ratings204 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral1.5%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive61.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative34.0%

User reviews

PostgreSQL Client

From 153 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Visually polished and functional
  • 🚀 Responsive developer and quick bug fixes
  • 👍 Intuitive navigation and comfy table views
  • 👍 Great for mobile iOS PostgreSQL management
  • 👍 Works perfectly, worth the money

Room to improve

  • 💰 Pay for everything, not truly free
  • 💰 Locked behind payment, no trial
  • 🐛 Buggy, especially chart creation
  • 🐛 Connection issues and errors
  • 🐛 No access to tables/functions

MySQL Mobile Client

From 204 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Visually polished and functional
  • 🚀 Responsive and engaged developer
  • 💻 Desktop quality features
  • 📱 Useful for mobile database management
  • 💡 Great widgets for home screen

Room to improve

  • 💸 Useless without paying
  • 💰 Price not clear upfront
  • 🚫 Limited free functionality
  • ❌ Crippled free version
  • ❓ No clear explanation of features

Bugs and requests

PostgreSQL Client

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Chart creation resets fields
  • Connection errors after no changes
  • No access to tables/functions
  • Connection lost immediately after switching apps
  • Reconnecting process hangs up
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  • SSH tunnel doesn't work
  • Time fields incorrect (fixed, but new bug introduced)
  • Cannot add new record with date/time field
  • App crashes frequently on large tables
  • SASL authentication not working (08P01)
  • Free version unstable, crashes often
  • Cannot connect to existing database after several months
  • Face ID verification spins endlessly

Requested features

17 requests
  • Add Generate Random button for UUID
  • Allow installation on M1/M3 Mac
  • Add SSH tunnels with key authentication
  • Show HINT in error handling
  • Editor of procedure must resize to full screen
Show 12 more
  • Calling procedure in background
  • Opportunity to show Postgres log
  • Debug of procedure
  • Add column in index of materialized view
  • Change SQL of materialized view
  • Call function with SQL: Select func(params...)
  • Params of func or procedure did not save
  • Cannot edit table with primary key
  • Delete multiple records with multi-select
  • Set minimum width for grid columns
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to install on M1 Mac

MySQL Mobile Client

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Chart selection issue in CarPlay Widgets
  • Crash when trying to edit tables
  • Crash on launch
  • Queries no longer work
  • Family Release not working on iPhone
Show 6 more
  • App crashes when trying to connect to database
  • Crash since update
  • Multiline edit causes crash
  • Can't edit single row, lost connection
  • Setup issues, cannot connect
  • Purchase restoration not working

Requested features

6 requests
  • Big number graph/widget
  • Dark mode
  • Multi-row display for text columns
  • Delete button in edit view
  • Close button in left sidebar menu
Show 1 more
  • Shortcuts support

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PostgreSQL Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
1 purchases

MySQL Mobile Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99

Questions

Is PostgreSQL Client free?
PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MySQL Mobile Client free?
MySQL Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or MySQL Mobile Client?
PostgreSQL Client is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while MySQL Mobile Client averages 4.5 from 204 ratings.
Do PostgreSQL Client or MySQL Mobile Client have ads?
Neither PostgreSQL Client nor MySQL Mobile Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or MySQL Mobile Client?
PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and MySQL Mobile Client every 4 weeks. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and MySQL Mobile Client on September 21, 2026.

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