# PostgreSQL Client vs CAR

The clearest difference is rating: CAR at 5.0 against PostgreSQL Client's 4.6. CAR also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). PostgreSQL Client's advantage is ratings volume (158 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PostgreSQL Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and CAR sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CAR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PostgreSQL Client has 158 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 2 weeks, CAR every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PostgreSQL Client | CAR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (158 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postgresql-client/id1233662353/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-ter/id6781115507/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **158** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 74.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 125 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) | [Carter Beaudoin](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781115509) |

## What reviewers say

### PostgreSQL Client

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

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


### CAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-ter/id6781115507)

Create custom dashboards for your personal projects using AI. Visualize real-time data with over 25 native controls like gauges, charts, and toggles. Connect to your own server or use a hosted relay for secure data transmission.

**Highlights:** AI-powered dashboard creation, 25+ native controls (gauges, charts, toggles), Real-time telemetry visualization, Connect to your own server, Hosted relay option, Phone as sensor beacon, WebSocket connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Connect+ Solo | $2.99 | per month |
| Connect+ Duo | $4.99 | per month |
| Connect+ Group | $9.99 | per month |
| Connect+ Fleet | $19.99 | per month |
| Control Pack | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PostgreSQL Client free?

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

### Is CAR free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PostgreSQL Client or CAR?

CAR is rated higher. PostgreSQL Client averages 4.6 out of 5 from 158 ratings, while CAR averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PostgreSQL Client or CAR have ads?

Neither PostgreSQL Client nor CAR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PostgreSQL Client or CAR?

PostgreSQL Client ships an update every 2 weeks, and CAR every 5 days. Most recently, PostgreSQL Client was updated on November 13, 2026 and CAR on November 15, 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.*