Comparison

SQLPro Studio vs SQL Client

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

Head to head
About

SQLPro Studio

A premium client for managing various SQL database servers like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server. It offers features such as autocompletion, syntax highlighting, and secure SSH tunneling for efficient database interaction.

Highlights
  • SQL autocompletion
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Tabbed interface
  • Database tree navigation
  • SSH Tunnelling
  • Microsoft Entra ID sign-in
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). + Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) sign-in, including MFA, for Azure SQL. SQLPro Studio supports the following database servers: + MySQL & MariaDB + PostgreSQL + Microsoft SQL Server (2005 and above) + Snowflake + SQLite + MongoDB + Oracle 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

SQL Client

This app is a mobile SQL code editor and database client. It allows users to connect to MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite databases, write and execute queries, and manage data. It also serves as a learning resource for practicing SQL skills.

Highlights
  • Connect to MySQL, Postgres, SQLite
  • Write and execute SQL queries
  • Code completion and syntax highlighting
  • Create, modify, delete database objects
  • Export data in JSON or CSV
  • Built-in database for practice
Features
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SQL Database Manager is a SQL editor and database client for mobile phones. Connect to PostgreSQL, MySQL and SQLite databases, run SQL queries, and explore your data from your phone or tablet. Add Redis, MongoDB, MariaDB, CockroachDB and ClickHouse when you need them, and reach private servers through a secure SSH tunnel. Whether you need a quick psql-style client for Postgres, a MySQL client on the go, or a SQLite editor to practice SQL, SQL CodePad puts a full database tool in your pocket. SQL EDITOR BUILT FOR MOBILE • SQL syntax highlighting and smart SQL code completion that knows your tables and columns • The statement under your cursor is outlined, so you run one SQL query, not the whole script • Run many SQL statements at once, or one at a time • Code snippets and your own custom snippets • Editor themes, fonts and font sizes, free for everyone DATABASE CLIENT FOR POSTGRES, MYSQL AND SQLITE • Connect to PostgreSQL (Postgres), MySQL and SQLite databases for free • Browse database tables and columns in a schema tree, and tap a name to put it in your query • Run SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, CREATE, ALTER and DROP to manage tables, views, indexes and triggers • Save as many database connections as you need, and paste a connection string to add one fast • Built-in sample databases, including Chinook SQLite that works offline SSH TUNNEL FOR SECURE DATABASE ACCESS • Connect to a Postgres, MySQL or other database server through an SSH tunnel with a private key or password • Host key verification, so you know which server you are talking to • SSH and database passwords are stored encrypted on your device and never leave it, except to sign in to your own server MORE DATABASES: REDIS AND MORE • Redis client: run Redis commands, with command completion and results in a table • MongoDB, MariaDB, CockroachDB and ClickHouse support • One app for SQL and NoSQL databases EXPLORE YOUR RESULTS • Results in a fast grid with sorting and filtering • Copy rows, or export to CSV, JSON, Excel, TSV, Markdown and SQL INSERT • See the number of rows and how long each query took AI ASSISTANT • Explain a SQL statement step by step • Fix a SQL error with one tap • Describe what you want and get the SQL query written for you LEARN AND PRACTICE SQL SQL CodePad is also a place to learn SQL. Practice queries on the built-in SQLite database, with no server to set up. It is a good fit for beginners, students, developers, data analysts and data scientists. FREE AND DEVELOPER UPGRADE Use SQL CodePad free with PostgreSQL, MySQL and SQLite. The Developer upgrade unlocks the AI assistant, Redis, MongoDB, MariaDB, CockroachDB and ClickHouse, SSH tunnels, data export, code completion extras, the coding keyboard and an ad-free experience. Start with a free trial where available. Cancel anytime. Download SQL CodePad today: the SQL editor, Postgres and MySQL client, SQLite tool, SSH tunnel and Redis client in one database app. Terms of use (EULA): https://cloudbit.hr/eula/cloud_mobile_apps/

Screenshots

SQLPro Studio4 screens
SQL Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

SQLPro Studio and SQL Client both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of SQLPro Studio's written reviews are positive against 0% of SQL Client's. SQLPro Studio also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). SQL Client's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month and SQL Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. 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 against 4.3 for SQL Client. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQLPro Studio has 63 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of SQLPro Studio's written reviews are positive against 0% of SQL Client's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQLPro Studio ships an update every 4 days, SQL Client every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SQLPro Studio versus SQL Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLPro StudioSQL Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (63 ratings)4.3 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings63 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size189 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHankinsoft Development IncCloudbit d.o.o.

Customer experience

SQLPro Studio

All ratings63 ratings
Positive81.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative15.9%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive71.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative25.0%

SQL Client

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

SQLPro Studio

Subscriptions5
  • SQLPro Premium (Monthly)3 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • SQLPro Premium (Monthly)3 Days trial$15.991 Month
  • SQLPro Premium7 Days trial$75.991 Year
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  • SQLPro Premium7 Days trial$108.991 Year
  • SQLPro Premium1 Year trial$108.991 Year
One-time2
  • SQLPro Studio - Lifetime$153.99
  • SQLPro Studio - Lifetime$219.99
3 purchases

SQL Client

Subscriptions3
  • Developer Upgrade$2.997 Days
  • Developer Monthly Upgrade$11.991 Month
  • Developer Yearly Upgrade7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is SQLPro Studio free?
SQLPro Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQL Client free?
SQL Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SQLPro Studio or SQL Client?
SQL Client is rated higher. SQLPro Studio averages 4.3 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while SQL Client averages 4.3 from 12 ratings.
Do SQLPro Studio or SQL Client have ads?
SQL Client shows ads; SQLPro Studio does not.
Which is updated more often, SQLPro Studio or SQL Client?
SQLPro Studio ships an update every 4 days, and SQL Client every 2 months. Most recently, SQLPro Studio was updated on November 13, 2026 and SQL Client on November 13, 2026.

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