Comparison

PostgreSQL Client vs AppsOnAir

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

AppsOnAir

Share app builds with internal teams or clients through over-the-air distribution. Upload your IPA files and instantly notify recipients of new releases. Secure your builds with password protection or public links, and track download statistics.

Highlights
  • Over-the-air app distribution
  • IPA file uploads
  • Instant release notifications
  • Password-protected links
  • Public sharing options
  • Build version rollback
  • Download statistics tracking
Features
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AppsOnAir is your solution to invite in-house teams or clients or anyone you want to share app releases with. Upload your IPA file for iOS and simply submit. AppsOnAir comes with a mobile app to see all releases directly on your phone and instantly send notifications about a new app release or use a custom link to share your apps. Protect your build with links that are password protected or share them publicly. You can also assign permissions and set a password to generate a private link for each app. All the versions of the build uploaded and deployed are preserved and you can roll back to a previous version and restore it instantly. Additionally, keep track of all the basic stats like releases, uploads, and downloads and check how many users have downloaded your builds. With AppsOnAir you can empower your app testing and beta distribution timely and accurately.

Screenshots

PostgreSQL Client4 screens
AppsOnAir4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PostgreSQL Client at 4.6 against AppsOnAir's 3.2. PostgreSQL Client also leads on ratings volume (153 vs 6). AppsOnAir's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#129 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. AppsOnAir asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PostgreSQL Client holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PostgreSQL Client has 153 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of PostgreSQL Client's written reviews are positive against 67% of AppsOnAir's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, AppsOnAir every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
PostgreSQL Client versus AppsOnAir: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostgreSQL ClientAppsOnAir
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (153 ratings) — better3.2 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings153 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#129 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloLogicwind Technologies LLP

Customer experience

PostgreSQL Client

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

AppsOnAir

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral11.1%
Negative22.2%

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

AppsOnAir

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PostgreSQL Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
None

AppsOnAir

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PostgreSQL Client free?
PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AppsOnAir free?
AppsOnAir is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or AppsOnAir?
PostgreSQL Client is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while AppsOnAir averages 3.2 from 6 ratings.
Do PostgreSQL Client or AppsOnAir have ads?
Neither PostgreSQL Client nor AppsOnAir shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or AppsOnAir?
PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and AppsOnAir every 5 weeks. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and AppsOnAir on September 14, 2026.

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