Comparison

PostgreSQL Client vs MongoPie

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

MongoPie

A powerful and intuitive mobile client for managing MongoDB databases on Apple devices. Connect, explore, query, and visualize your data with ease, all from your iPhone or iPad. Features include secure connections, a visual query builder, and data visualization tools.

Highlights
  • Connect to MongoDB via various strings and SSH tunneling
  • Explore databases and collections with a hierarchical interface
  • Visual query builder for constructing queries without code
  • Create, edit, and delete documents with precision
  • Transform data into dynamic charts and visualizations
  • iCloud sync for cross-device database availability
Features
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MongoPie is a powerful, intuitive MongoDB client designed for Apple platforms. Whether you're a developer, database administrator, or data analyst, MongoPie provides everything you need to connect, explore, query, and visualize your MongoDB data—all from your iPhone and iPad. Connect with Ease - Support for both mongodb:// and mongodb+srv:// connection strings - Secure SSH tunneling with password or private key authentication - Connect to MongoDB Atlas, self-hosted instances, or local databases - iCloud sync keeps your databases available across all your devices Explore Your Data - Navigate databases and collections with a clean, hierarchical interface - View documents in tree or JSON code format with support for BSON data types - Browse large collections efficiently with lazy loading Query Without Code - Visual builder lets you construct queries without writing code - Combine multiple conditions and operators through an intuitive UI - Save query templates for quick reuse Manage Your Documents - Create, edit, and delete documents with field-level precision - Export collections to CSV for reporting and analysis - Read-only mode protects production data from accidental changes Visualize with Charts - Transform your data into beautiful charts - Link charts to saved queries for dynamic, real-time visualizations - Add chart widgets to your Home Screen for at-a-glance insights Download MongoPie and take control of your MongoDB data today.

Screenshots

PostgreSQL Client4 screens
MongoPie4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MongoPie at 5.0 against PostgreSQL Client's 4.6. MongoPie also leads on chart position (#195 vs unranked). PostgreSQL Client's advantage is ratings volume (153 vs 8). 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 and MongoPie sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MongoPie holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PostgreSQL Client has 153 ratings behind it against 8, 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 80% of MongoPie's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, MongoPie every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
PostgreSQL Client versus MongoPie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostgreSQL ClientMongoPie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (153 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings153 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank—#195 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloArgsment Limited

Customer experience

PostgreSQL Client

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

MongoPie

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative15.0%

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

MongoPie

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PostgreSQL Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
2 purchases

MongoPie

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is PostgreSQL Client free?
PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MongoPie free?
MongoPie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or MongoPie?
MongoPie is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while MongoPie averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do PostgreSQL Client or MongoPie have ads?
Neither PostgreSQL Client nor MongoPie shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or MongoPie?
PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and MongoPie every 3 weeks. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on September 28, 2026 and MongoPie on September 22, 2026.

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