Comparison

SQLPro Studio database client vs DB Compass for Oracle database

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). + 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 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

DB Compass for Oracle database

Access and manage your Oracle database directly with a clean interface. Features include secure connections, data exploration, AI-assisted query composition, and ER diagram viewing. Supports data import/export and iCloud sync for scripts.

Highlights
  • Secure TLS/SSH connections
  • AI-assisted query composition
  • Data exploration and editing
  • ER Diagram Viewer
  • Import/Export in multiple formats
  • iCloud Sync for scripts
Features
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DB Compass for Oracle database allows you to access your database directly without additional server software components.  You can manage your data with a clean and simple user interface. FEATURES: • Connection over TLS encryption and SSH tunnel • SSH tunnel authentication support Secure Enclave Key and U2F/FIDO NFC Key • Assisted table creation and alter structure • Explore, filter, sort, and quick search table data • Query script with A.I. assisted composition and plan analysis • Database objects (tables, views, procedures, etc.) • Database statistics, sessions manager, server status graphs • ER Diagram Viewer • Advanced data grid for browse, edit, conditional formatting • Blob field preview, import and export • Stored Procedure, Package, Recycle Bin, Server Output • Import and Export in multiple formats • iCloud Sync for SQL and JS scripts • SQL plan analysis • Shortcuts support • User Charts • Widgets for User Charts OpenAI, Gemini and Claude integration requires api key and is only available in allowed regions. Ollama and LM Studio integration requires your server to connect. -- This is a Premium app that requires subscription or lifetime unlock -- Terms of Use: https://dbcompass.net/terms-and-conditions

Screenshots

SQLPro Studio database client4 screens
DB Compass for Oracle database4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DB Compass for Oracle database at 5.0 against SQLPro Studio database client's 4.3. SQLPro Studio database client's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 DB Compass for Oracle database sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DB Compass for Oracle database holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQLPro Studio database client has 63 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQLPro Studio database client ships an update weekly, DB Compass for Oracle database every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SQLPro Studio database client versus DB Compass for Oracle database: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLPro Studio database clientDB Compass for Oracle database
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (63 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings63 — better2
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB129 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHankinsoft Development IncFilippo Maguolo

Customer experience

SQLPro Studio database client

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

DB Compass for Oracle database

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

DB Compass for Oracle database

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$9.99

Questions

Is SQLPro Studio database client free?
SQLPro Studio database client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DB Compass for Oracle database free?
DB Compass for Oracle database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SQLPro Studio database client or DB Compass for Oracle database?
DB Compass for Oracle database is rated higher. SQLPro Studio database client averages 4.3 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while DB Compass for Oracle database averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do SQLPro Studio database client or DB Compass for Oracle database have ads?
Neither SQLPro Studio database client nor DB Compass for Oracle database shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQLPro Studio database client or DB Compass for Oracle database?
SQLPro Studio database client ships an update weekly, and DB Compass for Oracle database every 6 weeks. Most recently, SQLPro Studio database client was updated on October 3, 2026 and DB Compass for Oracle database on September 18, 2026.

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