SQLPro Studio database client vs PG Orbit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- SQL autocompletion
- Syntax highlighting
- Tabbed interface
- Database tree navigation
- SSH tunneling
- Support for multiple databases
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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.
PG Orbit
This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful PostgreSQL client. It offers secure database access on the go with features like browsing, querying, table design, and secure connection options. Premium features unlock write operations, CSV export, and advanced SQL capabilities.
- Browse and query PostgreSQL databases
- Secure SSL/TLS and SSH tunneling
- Table designer and schema explorer
- Interactive data viewing and cell editing
- Cloud database discovery
- SQL editor with syntax support
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A real PostgreSQL client on your phone. Browse schemas, run queries, and fix data from your iPhone or iPad with PG Orbit — the PostgreSQL client built for developers, DBAs, and data professionals who get paged away from their desk. NEW IN 2.0: SYNC ACROSS DEVICES • One account — Sign in with Apple, Google, or an email code • Connections and saved queries follow you to every device, including the new Mac app • Passwords, SSH keys, and passphrases NEVER sync — they stay in your device's keychain • Query history sync is opt-in and off by default • Desktop-class workspace on iPad: pinned sidebar, object tabs and SQL tabs, keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+T, Cmd+1–9) FREE FEATURES: • Browse & Query — explore tables and views, run SELECT queries with advanced filtering • Advanced Filtering — multi-column filters with AND/OR logic and custom operators • Schema Explorer — databases, tables, views, materialized views, functions, and sequences; works on hardened hosts like Heroku shared plans • SQL Editor — real autocomplete with schema context, find & replace, comment toggle, saved queries, and history with favorites • Secure Connections — SSL/TLS (Require and Verify-Full with client certificates) and SSH tunneling • SSH Key Management — import and store RSA and Ed25519 private keys with passphrase support, or generate an RSA key on device • Multiple Connections — connect to and manage several databases at once • Cloud Discovery — sign in to AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, DigitalOcean, Linode, or Supabase and import your instances with one tap PREMIUM ($9.99, ONE-TIME — YOURS FOREVER): • Write Operations — INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, CREATE, ALTER, DROP • In-Place Editing — edit cells directly with a tap, set NULL, insert and delete rows • Visual Table Designer — modify table structure with a preview of the exact DDL before it runs • CSV Export — export query results and table data with progress tracking • Sequence Management — inspect and update sequences easily SYNC (OPTIONAL SUBSCRIPTION): • $1.99/month or $14.99/year, auto-renewing — cancel anytime in the App Store • Syncs connection settings and saved queries; secrets never leave your device • Delete your account (and all synced data) from settings at any time SECURITY FIRST: • Biometric protection with Face ID or Touch ID, and auto-lock on app switch • Credentials stored in the iOS Keychain with industry-standard encryption • Your queries run directly from your device to your database — table data never passes through our servers PERFECT FOR: • DBAs managing PostgreSQL remotely • Developers debugging production from anywhere • DevOps engineers who live behind SSH bastions • Data analysts exploring and exporting datasets • Students learning SQL Free forever for read-only. Premium is $9.99, once.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PG Orbit at 5.0 against SQLPro Studio database client's 4.3. PG Orbit also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 72%) and device support (4 vs 2). SQLPro Studio database client's advantage is ratings volume (62 vs 3) and chart position (#107 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. SQLPro Studio database client sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $15.99 per month and PG Orbit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
PG Orbit 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 62 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of SQLPro Studio database client's written reviews are positive against 100% of PG Orbit's.
SQLPro Studio database client ships an update weekly, PG Orbit fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SQLPro Studio database client | PG Orbit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (62 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 62 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #107 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 194 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hankinsoft Development Inc | Acrogenesis LLC |
Customer experience
SQLPro Studio database client
PG Orbit
In-app purchases
SQLPro Studio database client
- SQLPro Premium (Monthly)3 Days trial$15.991 Month
- SQLPro Premium7 Days trial$108.991 Year
- SQLPro Premium1 Year trial$108.991 Year
- SQLPro Studio - Lifetime$219.99
PG Orbit
- PG Orbit Premium Features$9.99
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