PostgreSQL Client vs HogLite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
HogLite
Access your PostHog analytics on the go with this mobile client. View key metrics, real-time events, and charts with a fast, responsive interface. Offers customizable themes for a personalized experience.
- Key metrics and trends at a glance
- Real-time event tracking
- Filter and view event data
- Customizable light and dark themes
- Fast and responsive mobile interface
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Tired of digging through dashboards just to check your metrics? Meet the best PostHog mobile client—designed for speed, clarity, and a touch of style. Key Features: Insights at a glance – View your key metrics, trends, and charts with ease. Event tracking made simple – See real-time events, filter data, and stay informed. Dark mode? Light mode? You decide. – Pick the theme that matches your vibe. Built for speed – Snappy, responsive, and optimized for mobile. Whether you’re a founder, engineer, or data nerd, this app keeps your analytics at your fingertips—because let’s be honest, PostHog deserves a better mobile experience. Download now and take control of your data on the go!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: PostgreSQL Client at Free against HogLite's $6.79. PostgreSQL Client also leads on ratings volume (154 vs 8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). HogLite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On review sentiment, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
PostgreSQL Client is free to download; HogLite costs $6.79 up front. PostgreSQL Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HogLite asks for nothing beyond the download.
HogLite 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 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 HogLite's.
PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 3 weeks, HogLite every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PostgreSQL Client | HogLite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $6.79 |
| Rating | 4.6 (154 ratings) | 5.0 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 74.1% of reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 154 — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | #141 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 124 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Filippo Maguolo | Jack Senyitko |
Customer experience
PostgreSQL Client
HogLite
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
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- 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
HogLite
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PostgreSQL Client
- PRO FEATURES$9.99
HogLite
No in-app purchases
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