Comparison

PostgreSQL Client vs SQL Recipes

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

SQL Recipes

Access over 150 tested SQL code samples for common queries and commands. This app provides ready-to-use solutions for various SQL tasks, saving you time searching online. It's ideal for learning, exam preparation, or quick developer reference.

Highlights
  • 150+ SQL query and command examples
  • Tested code samples from books and internet
  • Offline access to all examples
  • Quick search by code or topic
  • Print and share code examples
  • Cross-platform iOS and macOS support
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An everyday SQL reference, from your first SELECT to window functions. Every query comes with an explanation, and most of them run. • 39 sections: filtering, sorting, calculated fields, functions, GROUP BY, window functions, subqueries, JOIN, UNION, INSERT and UPDATE, data types, tables, views. • Run in the app: more than half of the queries execute against a live practice database, and the result table appears below the query. Needs an internet connection. • Changes in new versions: 7 sections from SQL-92 to SQL:2023, showing what each standard added, with the old and the new query side by side. • Dialects compared: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MS SQL Server, Oracle, Firebird, Access. Where they differ, each one is shown separately. • The practice database is the classic MySQL world sample database: countries, cities, languages. The tables are described in the app. • Edit any query and run it again; one tap brings the original back. • Add your own queries; they stay in the app and are always at hand. • Search by section name or by a fragment of a query. • Everything except running works offline. No account needed. WHAT THE FREE VERSION INCLUDES 12 runs and 12 edits a day; the limit resets every morning. The keyword reference is unlocked, with no limits. Up to 5 queries of your own. The full version unlocks every section, lifts the daily limits and raises the run limit to 80 a day. One purchase, no subscription. Built by a developer for developers. In active development since 2015.

Screenshots

PostgreSQL Client4 screens
SQL Recipes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SQL Recipes at 4.9 against PostgreSQL Client's 4.6. SQL Recipes also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 74%). PostgreSQL Client's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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 SQL Recipes sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SQL Recipes holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 154 and 109 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of PostgreSQL Client's written reviews are positive against 91% of SQL Recipes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 3 weeks, SQL Recipes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PostgreSQL Client versus SQL Recipes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostgreSQL ClientSQL Recipes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (154 ratings)4.9 (109 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews91.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings154 — better109
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloFedor Obraztsov

Customer experience

PostgreSQL Client

All ratings154 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive74.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative22.2%

SQL Recipes

All ratings109 ratings
Positive98.2%
Neutral0.9%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive91.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.8%

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
Show 8 more
  • 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

SQL Recipes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PostgreSQL Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
3 purchases

SQL Recipes

One-time3
  • Оperations with example$0.99
  • Unlock the paid topics$0.99
  • Pro Version – Unlimited$1.99

Questions

Is PostgreSQL Client free?
PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQL Recipes free?
SQL Recipes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or SQL Recipes?
SQL Recipes is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 154 ratings, while SQL Recipes averages 4.9 from 109 ratings.
Do PostgreSQL Client or SQL Recipes have ads?
Neither PostgreSQL Client nor SQL Recipes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or SQL Recipes?
PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 3 weeks, and SQL Recipes every 2 months. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on October 11, 2026 and SQL Recipes on October 10, 2026.

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