# MySQL Client by SQLPro vs Text Editing

The clearest difference is rating: MySQL Client by SQLPro at 3.9 against Text Editing's 3.2. MySQL Client by SQLPro also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 13 months) and review sentiment (29% vs 0%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Text Editing sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MySQL Client by SQLPro holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MySQL Client by SQLPro has 96 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of MySQL Client by SQLPro's written reviews are positive against 0% of Text Editing's.

MySQL Client by SQLPro ships an update weekly, Text Editing every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MySQL Client by SQLPro | Text Editing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysql-client-by-sqlpro/id1270754173/reviews)** | [3.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-editing/id6463483623/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **96** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **28.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 13 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#101** | — |
| Size | 32 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hankinsoft Development Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/305178629) | [Laxay Gajera](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534406445) |

## What reviewers say

### MySQL Client by SQLPro

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

**Currently charting:** #101 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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


### Text Editing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-editing/id6463483623)

A simple and fast text editor for iOS that works offline, prioritizing user privacy by keeping all data local. It offers automatic resizing for notes and a stable editing experience.

**Highlights:** Simple notepad interface, Automatic note resizing, Offline functionality, Enhanced privacy, Local data storage, Fast and stable editing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Text Editing Pro - Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Text Editing Pro - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Text Editing Pro - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MySQL Client by SQLPro free?

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

### Is Text Editing free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MySQL Client by SQLPro or Text Editing?

MySQL Client by SQLPro is rated higher. MySQL Client by SQLPro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while Text Editing averages 3.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do MySQL Client by SQLPro or Text Editing have ads?

Neither MySQL Client by SQLPro nor Text Editing shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MySQL Client by SQLPro or Text Editing?

MySQL Client by SQLPro ships an update weekly, and Text Editing every 13 months. Most recently, MySQL Client by SQLPro was updated on October 19, 2026 and Text Editing on October 12, 2026.

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