SQLPro Studio database client vs HiSQL
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). + 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.
HiSQL
Connect to and manage MySQL databases from your mobile device. Perform CRUD operations, utilize SSH tunneling, and enjoy smart SQL formatting. An optional Pro version unlocks advanced features like multiple connections and data export.
- CRUD operations on MySQL
- SSH tunneling
- SSL connection option
- IntelliSense and SQL formatting
- Execution plan visualization
- iCloud Sync for profiles
- Data export to CSV, JSON, SQL
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Basic Features (Free): • Perform CRUD operations on MySQL databases. • Built-in SSH tunneling with password or key authentication. • Optional SSL connection for enhanced security. • Smart IntelliSense and SQL formatting. • Explain and visualize execution plans. • Light and dark themes for comfortable use. • iCloud Sync for your connection profiles. Pro Features (with in-app purchase): • Manage multiple MySQL connections. • Export query results to CSV, JSON, and SQL formats. • Access advanced syntax highlighting themes for SQL scripts. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/hisql-privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HiSQL at 5.0 against SQLPro Studio database client's 4.3. HiSQL also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 72%) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). SQLPro Studio database client's advantage is ratings volume (63 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 HiSQL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
HiSQL 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 1, 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 HiSQL's.
SQLPro Studio database client ships an update weekly, HiSQL every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SQLPro Studio database client | HiSQL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (63 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 63 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 195 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hankinsoft Development Inc | 丹 姜 |
Customer experience
SQLPro Studio database client
HiSQL
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
HiSQL
- Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pro (Annual)3 Days trial$6.991 Year
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