Comparison

PostgreSQL Client vs XML Viewer & XML Editor

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

XML Viewer & XML Editor

Easily open and read XML files on your iPhone with a structured display. Convert XML to PDF, view in table format, and use syntax highlighting for clarity. Offers dark mode and an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Open XML files locally or in iCloud
  • Convert XML to PDF
  • Table view for XML data
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Breadcrumb navigation
  • Dark mode support
Features
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XML Viewer - Open .XML Files on iPhone Looking for an easy way to open XML files on your iPhone? This XML Viewer app makes it simple to open and read .XML files with a clean, structured display and rich feature set — from IRS tax forms and XBRL financial reports to RSS feeds, configuration files, and more. Perfect For: ► IRS e-File XML & XBRL tax documents ► SEC EDGAR financial filings in XML/XBRL format ► Health records (HL7, CDA), insurance EOBs ► RSS/Atom feeds, web sitemaps, API responses ► Software config files (plist, SVG, GPX, KML) Features: ► Open .XML Files on iOS – Seamlessly open XML files stored locally or in iCloud. ► PDF Conversion – Convert e-tax forms, invoices, and reports from XML to a readable PDF format. Ideal for IRS submissions and financial filings. ► Table View – Read XML files with attributes and child nodes displayed in an intuitive table format (requires upgrade). ► Syntax Highlighting – View XML files like a pro with syntax highlighting, making it easy to identify tags, attributes, and values. ► Breadcrumb – Easily navigate through complex XML structures with breadcrumbs, ensuring a smooth browsing experience for larger files. ► Dark Mode – Protect your eyes with dark and light theme options, perfect for any lighting condition(requires upgrade). ► Ad-Free Experience – Enjoy a distraction-free environment with no ads for enhanced productivity. Whether you're a developer inspecting API responses, an accountant handling XBRL reports, or just need to read an XML file someone sent you — XML Viewer has you covered. Check out our privacy policy at https://sites.google.com/view/xml-viewer-editor-app/privacy-policy and our terms of use at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Download XML app now and get confident with XML on iOS!

Screenshots

PostgreSQL Client4 screens
XML Viewer & XML Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PostgreSQL Client at 74% against XML Viewer & XML Editor's 5%. PostgreSQL Client also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (153 vs 2). XML Viewer & XML Editor's advantage is chart position (#54 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, 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 XML Viewer & XML Editor sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PostgreSQL Client holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PostgreSQL Client has 153 ratings behind it against 2, 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 5% of XML Viewer & XML Editor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, XML Viewer & XML Editor fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
PostgreSQL Client versus XML Viewer & XML Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostgreSQL ClientXML Viewer & XML Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (153 ratings) — better2.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews — better5.3% of reviews
Number of ratings153 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#54 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloUtsav Mangla

Customer experience

PostgreSQL Client

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

XML Viewer & XML Editor

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive5.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative89.5%

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

XML Viewer & XML Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PostgreSQL Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
5 purchases

XML Viewer & XML Editor

Subscriptions4
  • All access (Supporter)$9.991 Year
  • All access (Partner)$14.991 Year
  • All access (Visionary+)$19.991 Year
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  • All access (Visionary)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access (Supporter)$9.99

Questions

Is PostgreSQL Client free?
PostgreSQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XML Viewer & XML Editor free?
XML Viewer & XML Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or XML Viewer & XML Editor?
PostgreSQL Client is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, while XML Viewer & XML Editor averages 2.0 from 2 ratings.
Do PostgreSQL Client or XML Viewer & XML Editor have ads?
Neither PostgreSQL Client nor XML Viewer & XML Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or XML Viewer & XML Editor?
PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and XML Viewer & XML Editor fortnightly. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on September 23, 2026 and XML Viewer & XML Editor on September 20, 2026.

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