Comparison

MongoLime vs TablePlus

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MongoLime

A mobile client for managing MongoDB databases, offering efficient collection and document editing, versatile query capabilities, and secure connection options. It supports various MongoDB versions and cloud providers, with robust data export and diagnostic features.

Highlights
  • Collection and database management
  • User-friendly document editor
  • Aggregate queries and Indexes management
  • Secure SSH Tunnel and SSL support
  • Robust authentication
  • Data export to JSON and ZIP
  • Diagnostic information
Features
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MongoLime is a modern, cutting-edge application meticulously crafted by and for developers. As an essential mobile tool designed for MongoDB interactions, we incorporate detailed attention to usability and efficiency for a superb user experience. Highlighted Features: - Efficient collection and database management. - User-friendly document editor. - Versatile aggregate queries and Indexes management. - Secure built-in SSH Tunnel and SSL support. - Robust authentication routes (SCRAM, X.509 with Client Certificate, and AWS IAM). - Handy data export to JSON and ZIP. - Comprehensive diagnostic information (collections and databases statistics). - Supported Replica Sets, Sharded Clusters, and Load Balanced servers. - Reliable Passcode, and Face ID protection mechanisms. - Convenient Connections Import & Export. Recent Enhancements (v2.4.0): - SSH tunnel reworked: private key authentication works with modern OpenSSH servers, plus ed25519, ECDSA and PuTTY (.ppk) key support. - Verified compatibility with MongoDB 8. - Precise number handling: doubles and large int64 values keep their exact type and precision. - Clear "Connection lost" indication when the server stops responding. - Numerous fixes across document saving, database export, aggregation and connection import. MongoDB Versions Supported: MongoDB 3.6 or above (up to 8.x) Cloud Providers Supported: MongoDB Atlas, Amazon DocumentDB, Azure Cosmos DB, and others. For support and assistance, use the in-app Support page — we respond to every request.

About

TablePlus

Manage databases efficiently on iOS with a user-friendly interface and robust features. Supports multiple drivers, secure connections, direct data editing, advanced filtering, and smart query editing.

Highlights
  • Multiple database drivers
  • Secure SSH tunneling and TLS
  • Direct data and structure editing
  • Advanced data filtering
  • Smart query editor
  • Export data via email/AirDrop
  • Multi-database support
Features
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Description: With a simple design and powerful features, TablePlus makes database management easier, faster & more efficient on your iOS devices. - Multiple drivers: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Cassandra, Cockroach, Redis... - Database security at its best: SSH tunneling, TLS encrypt end-to-end. - Edit data rows, table structure, or query results directly with just a touch, review generated SQL before submitting. - Quickly see the records you need using multiple advanced filters. - Easily export data and send it directly via email, AirDrop... - Working with multiple databases or connections at the same time. - A smart query editor with code highlighter and auto-completion. Privacy Policy: https://tableplus.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://tableplus.com/legal

Screenshots

MongoLime4 screens
TablePlus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TablePlus at Free against MongoLime's $9.99. TablePlus also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). MongoLime's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and device support 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

TablePlus is free to download; MongoLime costs $9.99 up front. TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MongoLime asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MongoLime holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 65 and 77 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of MongoLime's written reviews are positive against 77% of TablePlus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MongoLime ships an update every 4 months, TablePlus weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
MongoLime versus TablePlus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMongoLimeTablePlus
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (65 ratings) — better4.4 (77 ratings)
Positive reviews82.1% of reviews — better76.6% of reviews
Number of ratings6577 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#72 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB167 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobibean, LLCTablePlus Inc

Customer experience

MongoLime

All ratings65 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral7.7%
Negative10.3%

TablePlus

All ratings77 ratings
Positive80.5%
Neutral9.1%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive76.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative18.1%

Bugs and requests

MongoLime

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • Cannot create indexes
  • File collections not displayed
  • SSH connection issues
  • URL with connect over SSH not parsed
  • Replica set connection via SSH tunnel not working
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  • App crashes on launch (older iOS versions)
  • Data structure distortion
  • Connection hidden behind header on iPhone X
  • Tap detection offset on iPhone X
  • App crashes on startup on iPhone XS Max
  • Does not start on iPhone Xs Max
  • SSH auth via PEM key issues
  • Display issues with large number of collections
  • Does not pull every doc when looking at a collection
  • Connection issues with Mongo Atlas
  • SSH geht nicht

Requested features

18 requests
  • Bulk delete and edit functionality
  • Mongosh feature
  • More options and better design
  • Dark mode
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
Show 13 more
  • Ability to view and edit file collections
  • Shell access
  • Import JSON or CSV files
  • Scheduled backup feature with local notification
  • Aggregation capability
  • Chinese language support
  • Fix display issues on iPhone X
  • Fix connection issues on iPhone XS Max
  • Fix launch issues on iOS 12
  • Fix SSH URL parsing
  • Fix replica set connection via SSH tunnel
  • Support for MongoDB v2.4
  • Add more features

TablePlus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MongoLime

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TablePlus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annually Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99

Questions

Is MongoLime free?
MongoLime costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MongoLime or TablePlus?
MongoLime is rated higher. MongoLime averages 4.7 out of 5 from 65 ratings, while TablePlus averages 4.4 from 77 ratings.
Do MongoLime or TablePlus have ads?
Neither MongoLime nor TablePlus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MongoLime or TablePlus?
MongoLime ships an update every 4 months, and TablePlus weekly. Most recently, MongoLime was updated on September 24, 2026 and TablePlus on September 21, 2026.

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