Comparison

SQLPro Studio database client vs TablePlus

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

Head to head
About

SQLPro Studio database client

A premium database client and management tool for popular SQL databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL Server. It offers features such as SQL autocompletion, syntax highlighting, and secure SSH tunneling for efficient database interaction.

Highlights
  • SQL autocompletion
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Tabbed interface
  • Database tree navigation
  • SSH tunneling
  • Support for multiple databases
Features
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SQLPro Studio is the premium database client and management tool for Postgres, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server and Snowflake databases. Some of the great features include: + Intellisense/SQL autocompletion. + Syntax highlighting with customizable themes (including dark). + Tabbed based interface for an optimal user experience (iPad). + Context aware database tree navigation, including quick access to tables, views, columns, indexes and much more! + NTLMv2 supported (but not required). + Netbios support. + SSH Tunnelling (password and private key authentication). SQLPro Studio supports the following database servers: + MySQL & MariaDB + PostgreSQL + Microsoft SQL Server (2005 and above) + Snowflake Privacy Policy: https://hankinsoft.com/privacypolicy.html Terms of Use: https://hankinsoft.com/termsofuse.html Price: SQLPro requires a Premium upgrade in order to interact with database result sets. Premium is available as either a Lifetime Purchase or through a Subscription with Monthly and Yearly options. Subscriptions auto-renew within 24 hours of the expiration date unless auto-renewal is turned off in the iTunes account settings. Your Account will be charged for renewal (based on your selected plan) within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.

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

SQLPro Studio database client4 screens
TablePlus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TablePlus at 15.0 against SQLPro Studio database client's 17.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. SQLPro Studio database client sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $15.99 per month and TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for SQLPro Studio database client against 4.4 for TablePlus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 62 and 77 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of SQLPro Studio database client's written reviews are positive against 77% of TablePlus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
SQLPro Studio database client versus TablePlus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLPro Studio database clientTablePlus
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (62 ratings)4.4 (77 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.9% of reviews76.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6277 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#81 — better#192
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size194 MB167 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHankinsoft Development IncTablePlus Inc

Customer experience

SQLPro Studio database client

All ratings62 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative16.1%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive71.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative25.0%

TablePlus

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

In-app purchases

4 purchases

SQLPro Studio database client

Subscriptions3
  • SQLPro Premium (Monthly)3 Days trial$15.991 Month
  • SQLPro Premium7 Days trial$108.991 Year
  • SQLPro Premium1 Year trial$108.991 Year
One-time1
  • SQLPro Studio - Lifetime$219.99
3 purchases

TablePlus

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

Questions

Is SQLPro Studio database client free?
SQLPro Studio database client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SQLPro Studio database client or TablePlus?
TablePlus is rated higher. SQLPro Studio database client averages 4.3 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while TablePlus averages 4.4 from 77 ratings.
Do SQLPro Studio database client or TablePlus have ads?
Neither SQLPro Studio database client nor TablePlus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQLPro Studio database client or TablePlus?
SQLPro Studio database client ships an update weekly, and TablePlus weekly. Most recently, SQLPro Studio database client was updated on September 24, 2026 and TablePlus on September 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, SQLPro Studio database client or TablePlus?
SQLPro Studio database client currently peaks at #81 in the App Store charts, and TablePlus at #192. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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