Iodine MySQL Lite vs S3 Client
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Iodine MySQL Lite
A powerful and user-friendly iOS client for managing MySQL databases. It offers comprehensive tools for table and data manipulation, SQL query execution, and secure access with iCloud sync and Touch ID protection.
- MySQL database management
- SSH tunnel support
- Full table and data management
- Customizable data tables
- SQL query execution
- Data export (.sql, .csv)
- iCloud sync and keychain support
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Maybe the most beautiful, friendly and powerful MySQL Database manager on iOS so far! ** This lite version is for evaluation, and only supports viewing mysql contents for free. Some features below are available in pro version ** - Support any MySQL database - Support SSH tunnel, auth by password/public key - Full management of tables, columns, indices and foreign key constraints - Full management of data records - Custom configurable Smart Table of data records in mobile scene - Sorting, filter, multiple select/update/delete - Data dump to .sql, .csv - Execute any SQL query, including table join, nested query in a syntax-highlighting MySQL editor, and view results in standard Smart Table - Pin tables and custom queries to fast view them - Incredible easy UI to help handle complicated database manipulation - iCloud sync for all your database configs - Use iCloud keychain to protect your database and ssh passwords, and sync to all your devices - Use Master Password and Touch ID to access databases, and execute crucial SQL queries - 3D touch, Peek & pop supported (for iPhone 6s / iPhone 6s Plus and later) - iPad Pro Smart Keyboard supported, many actions can be done by shortcut keys - iPad side by side view supported, which makes you able to edit program files in other IDEs and edit databases in the same time
S3 Client
Access and manage your S3-compatible cloud storage directly from your device's file system. Seamlessly integrate with services like AWS, Backblaze, and MinIO, with files available on demand and automatic synchronization.
- Direct access via Files app and Finder
- Automatic file synchronization
- Support for AWS, Backblaze, MinIO, and more
- Uploads via system share sheet
- Generate pre-signed sharing links
- Supports encryption (SSE-C, AES-GCM)
- Shortcuts automation integration
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Access your S3 storage directly from the Files app, Finder, and other applications on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Developed by the creator of Working Copy, this application provides seamless integration with S3-compatible storage services. Once configured, S3 buckets appear alongside other cloud storage providers, with files available on demand. Files are downloaded as needed and automatically synchronized back to S3 when modified. The app supports a wide range of S3-compatible services, including AWS S3, BackBlaze B2, CloudFlare R2, DigitalOcean Spaces, MinIO, and others. Files and directories can be uploaded through the system share sheet on iOS and the Services menu on macOS. The app remembers preferred upload destinations for different file types, streamlining file management. Pre-signed sharing links can be generated directly from Finder and the Files app, allowing temporary access to files for up to seven days. Support for server-side encryption with customer-provided keys (SSE-C) and client-side AES-GCM encryption compatible with the Amazon S3 Encryption Client. Comprehensive support for Shortcuts automation enables operations such as listing, downloading, uploading, and moving files. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: S3 Client at 79% against Iodine MySQL Lite's 17%. S3 Client also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). Iodine MySQL Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.2). On price, 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
Both are free to download. S3 Client sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Iodine MySQL Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.
S3 Client holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: S3 Client has 57 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Iodine MySQL Lite's written reviews are positive against 79% of S3 Client's.
Iodine MySQL Lite ships an update every 3 months, S3 Client every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Iodine MySQL Lite | S3 Client |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.8 (57 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | 79.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 57 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 典 熊 | Anders Borum ApS |
Customer experience
Iodine MySQL Lite
S3 Client
Bugs and requests
Iodine MySQL Lite
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
S3 Client
Reported bugs
17 issues- Files renamed randomly
- High CPU usage
- Stopped working in iOS 26
- Can't set permissions
- Fails to load S3 buckets properly
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- Duplicating root folders
- Folders missing
- Failing to upload
- No image/video thumbnails
- EXIF option unreliable
- No SSE-C encryption/decryption support
- Does not support IAM policy roles
- Short-lived keys needed
- App locks up Files app
- Requires reboot
- Issues with S3 Minio
- Update issues with older macOS
Requested features
14 requests- Support for WebDAV servers
- Support for Google OAuth for GCS
- Synchronous feature to backup photos automatically
- Configurable AWS endpoint for non-.com endpoints
- Allow import/export of configuration
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- Show number of files in a directory
- Option to clear app cache
- Support for SSE-C encryption/decryption
- Support for IAM policy roles
- Support for S3 buckets with short-lived keys
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Duplicate Settings option for iOS
- Support for public dataset anonymous configuration
In-app purchases
Iodine MySQL Lite
No in-app purchases
S3 Client
- S3 Files Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Lifetime S3 Pro$14.99
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