# PostgreSQL Client vs Stray Scanner

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stray Scanner at none against PostgreSQL Client's 1. Stray Scanner also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). PostgreSQL Client's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (154 vs 5). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PostgreSQL Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Stray Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stray Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PostgreSQL Client has 154 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 74% and 75% positive.

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 3 weeks, Stray Scanner every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PostgreSQL Client | Stray Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (154 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postgresql-client/id1233662353/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stray-scanner/id1557051662/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **154** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 74.1% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#64** | — |
| Size | 124 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) | [Kenneth Blomqvist](https://appshunter.io/developer/1557051664) |

## What reviewers say

### PostgreSQL Client

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

**Currently charting:** #64 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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


### Stray Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stray-scanner/id1557051662)

Capture color, depth, and IMU data using your device's LiDAR sensor. Export these datasets to your computer for machine learning and dense mapping projects. Streamline the process of collecting RGB-D data without complex calibration.

**Highlights:** Record color images, Capture depth frames, Export IMU measurements, Estimate camera position, Access camera calibration matrix, Transfer datasets to desktop

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PostgreSQL Client free?

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

### Is Stray Scanner free?

Stray Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or Stray Scanner?

Stray Scanner is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 154 ratings, while Stray Scanner averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do PostgreSQL Client or Stray Scanner have ads?

Neither PostgreSQL Client nor Stray Scanner shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or Stray Scanner?

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stray Scanner every 6 months. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on October 11, 2026 and Stray Scanner on October 13, 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.*