# PostgreSQL Client vs TablePlus

The clearest difference is update cadence: TablePlus at weekly against PostgreSQL Client's every 4 weeks. TablePlus also leads on chart position (#206 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PostgreSQL Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PostgreSQL Client holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 153 and 77 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of PostgreSQL Client's written reviews are positive against 77% of TablePlus's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, TablePlus weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PostgreSQL Client | TablePlus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postgresql-client/id1233662353/reviews)** | [4.4 (77 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tableplus-database-client/id1465448609/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **153** | 77 |
| Positive reviews | 74.1% of reviews | **76.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#206** |
| Size | 124 MB | 167 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) | [TablePlus Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248168235) |

## What reviewers say

### PostgreSQL Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postgresql-client/id1233662353)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO FEATURES | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Chart creation resets fields
- Connection errors after no changes
- No access to tables/functions
- Connection lost immediately after switching apps
- Reconnecting process hangs up

**Requested features**

- 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


### TablePlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tableplus-database-client/id1465448609)

**Currently charting:** #206 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Manage databases efficiently on iOS with a user-friendly interface and robust features. Supports multiple drivers, secure connections, direct data editing, advanced filtering, and smart query editing.

**Highlights:** Multiple database drivers, Secure SSH tunneling and TLS, Direct data and structure editing, Advanced data filtering, Smart query editor, Export data via email/AirDrop, Multi-database support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Annually Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PostgreSQL Client free?

PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TablePlus free?

TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or TablePlus?

PostgreSQL Client is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while TablePlus averages 4.4 from 77 ratings.

### Do PostgreSQL Client or TablePlus have ads?

Neither PostgreSQL Client nor TablePlus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or TablePlus?

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and TablePlus weekly. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and TablePlus on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*