# MySQL Client by SQLPro vs SQL Server Mobile Client

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SQL Server Mobile Client at 77% against MySQL Client by SQLPro's 29%. SQL Server Mobile Client also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.9). MySQL Client by SQLPro's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MySQL Client by SQLPro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and SQL Server Mobile Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SQL Server Mobile Client holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 96 and 56 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of MySQL Client by SQLPro's written reviews are positive against 77% of SQL Server Mobile Client's.

MySQL Client by SQLPro ships an update every 10 days, SQL Server Mobile Client every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MySQL Client by SQLPro | SQL Server Mobile Client |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysql-client-by-sqlpro/id1270754173/reviews) | **[4.2 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-server-mobile-client/id1406176302/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **96** | 56 |
| Positive reviews | 28.8% of reviews | **76.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 31 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hankinsoft Development Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/305178629) | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) |

## What reviewers say

### MySQL Client by SQLPro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysql-client-by-sqlpro/id1270754173)

This app provides a powerful yet lightweight interface for accessing and managing MySQL and MariaDB databases. It offers features like SQL autocompletion, syntax highlighting, and support for cloud services. Users can execute multiple queries, export data, and utilize SSH tunneling for secure connections.

**Highlights:** SQL autocompletion, Syntax highlighting, Tabbed interface, Execute multiple queries, Cloud service support, SSH tunneling, Data export (CSV, XML, JSON)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SQLPro Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| SQLPro Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| SQLPro Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| SQLPro Premium - Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great UI design
- 🚀 Works well on iPad
- 👍 Developer responsiveness
- 👍 SSH tunneling support
- 👍 Good for mobile database access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive pricing
- 💸 Unethical pricing model
- 🚫 Useless without payment
- ❌ Deceptive free listing
- 😩 Forced subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Garbled Chinese characters in export
- App crashes on SSH connection
- Plugin sha256_password could not be loaded
- Cannot connect without password
- Cannot view query results on free version

**Requested features**

- XLSX export with Chinese characters
- Chinese language version
- Support for private SSH keys
- Refresh icon for queries
- Set timezone for connections


### SQL Server Mobile Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-server-mobile-client/id1406176302)

Access and manage your MS SQL Server databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring, editing, and querying data, with advanced features like AI-assisted query composition and ER diagram viewing.

**Highlights:** Secure database connection (TLS/SSH), Data exploration, filtering, and searching, AI-assisted SQL query composition, Database object management, ER Diagram Viewer, Advanced data grid for editing, Import and export data

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Unlock | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MySQL Client by SQLPro free?

MySQL Client by SQLPro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SQL Server Mobile Client free?

SQL Server Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MySQL Client by SQLPro or SQL Server Mobile Client?

SQL Server Mobile Client is rated higher. MySQL Client by SQLPro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while SQL Server Mobile Client averages 4.2 from 56 ratings.

### Do MySQL Client by SQLPro or SQL Server Mobile Client have ads?

Neither MySQL Client by SQLPro nor SQL Server Mobile Client shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MySQL Client by SQLPro or SQL Server Mobile Client?

MySQL Client by SQLPro ships an update every 10 days, and SQL Server Mobile Client every 3 weeks. Most recently, MySQL Client by SQLPro was updated on September 24, 2026 and SQL Server Mobile Client on September 22, 2026.

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