# MySQL Client by SQLPro vs CAR

The clearest difference is rating: CAR at 5.0 against MySQL Client by SQLPro's 3.9. MySQL Client by SQLPro's advantage is ratings volume (96 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MySQL Client by SQLPro sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month 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 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MySQL Client by SQLPro has 96 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MySQL Client by SQLPro ships an update every 6 days, CAR every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MySQL Client by SQLPro | CAR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysql-client-by-sqlpro/id1270754173/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-ter/id6781115507/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **96** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 28.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hankinsoft Development Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/305178629) | [Carter Beaudoin](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781115509) |

## What reviewers say

### MySQL Client by SQLPro

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

This application provides a lightweight yet powerful interface for accessing MySQL and MariaDB databases, including cloud services. It offers features like SQL autocompletion, syntax highlighting, and the ability to execute multiple queries. Users can customize themes and export data in various formats.

**Highlights:** SQL autocompletion, Syntax highlighting, Tabbed interface, Execute multiple queries, SSH tunneling, Data export (CSV, XML, JSON), Dark & Light themes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SQLPro Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| SQLPro Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| SQLPro Premium | $41.99 | per year |
| SQLPro Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| SQLPro Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| SQLPro Premium - Lifetime | $104.99 | one-time |
| 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


### 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 MySQL Client by SQLPro free?

MySQL Client by SQLPro 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, MySQL Client by SQLPro or CAR?

CAR is rated higher. MySQL Client by SQLPro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while CAR averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do MySQL Client by SQLPro or CAR have ads?

Neither MySQL Client by SQLPro nor CAR shows ads.

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

MySQL Client by SQLPro ships an update every 6 days, and CAR every 5 days. Most recently, MySQL Client by SQLPro was updated on November 13, 2026 and CAR on November 15, 2026.

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