Comparison

MySQL Mobile Client vs Network Sniffer

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

Head to head
About

MySQL Mobile Client

Access and manage your MySQL databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring data, creating tables, running queries with AI assistance, and monitoring server status. It supports secure connections and various data management features.

Highlights
  • Secure TLS and SSH tunnel connections
  • AI-assisted query composition
  • Table creation and structure alteration
  • Data exploration, filtering, and sorting
  • Database object management
  • Server status monitoring and statistics
  • ER Diagram Viewer
Features
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DB Compass for MySQL allows you to access your MySQL database directly without any server setup. You can manage your data with a very clean and simple iOS user interface. FEATURES: • Connection over TLS encryption and SSH tunnel • SSH 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 • Job Activity Monitor • User list and Privileges • Import and Export in multiple formats • iCloud Sync for SQL and JS scripts • SQL plan analysis • Execute queries with Shortcuts App • 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. Tested on MySQL 5.7, 8 and 9. -- This is a Premium app and some features may require an in-app lifetime unlock -- For feedback or suggestions contact info@dbcompass.net

About

Network Sniffer

Analyze your device's network activity to understand app behavior. Identify which apps are connecting to the internet, their data usage, and potential privacy risks. Gain control over your network with detailed visual reports and advanced inspection tools.

Highlights
  • Deep network analysis with visual reports
  • Capture HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket traffic
  • External proxy for custom inspection
  • JavaScript scripting for custom rules
  • Request replay and rewrite
  • Real-time speed and data usage widgets
Features
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Network Sniffer is an intelligent network activity analyzer that helps you understand what your apps are really doing online. No technical skills required — easily identify: Which apps are secretly connecting to the internet? Are they sending requests frequently in the background? Is your privacy at risk or data being wasted? You're no longer a passive user — you're in control. Core Features (not limited to): 1. Deep Network Analysis: Visual reports showing which apps are connecting, what they are sending, how often, and whether there’s abnormal or wasteful activity. 2. Network Sniffing: Capture HTTP/HTTPS/WebSocket traffic on your iOS device, with full MITM support for encrypted traffic analysis. 3. External Proxy: Route device traffic through an external proxy server, enabling custom inspection, filtering, and debugging of network requests. 4. JavaScript Scripting: Create custom rules and behaviors using JavaScript to enhance and personalize your network inspection. 5. Request Replays: Resend captured requests to test app behavior under various conditions — ideal for debugging and performance testing. 6. Request/Response Rewrite: Modify headers and bodies of requests and responses on the fly, giving you unmatched control over data flows. 7. Client Proxy: Forward requests from other devices on your local network to this device for centralized debugging. 8. Upstream Proxy Support: Forward HTTP requests to a third-party proxy server for advanced testing or network routing scenarios. 9. Widgets & Dynamic Island Support: Monitor upload/download speeds and data usage in real time via homescreen widgets or the iPhone Dynamic Island. Permissions Network Sniffer requires VPN permission to function. This is only used for local traffic capture — no remote servers or proxying involved. Privacy Notice Network Sniffer does not upload any of your data and does not include any proxy, VPN bypass, or "scientific access" functions. Your data stays on your device. If you have any feedback or questions, please feel free to contact us at miaozhi.ai@gmail.com

Screenshots

MySQL Mobile Client4 screens
Network Sniffer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Network Sniffer at #149 against MySQL Mobile Client's unranked. Network Sniffer also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 62%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. MySQL Mobile Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Network Sniffer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 — 4.5 for MySQL Mobile Client against 4.5 for Network Sniffer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 204 and 188 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of MySQL Mobile Client's written reviews are positive against 70% of Network Sniffer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MySQL Mobile Client ships an update every 4 weeks, Network Sniffer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
MySQL Mobile Client versus Network Sniffer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMySQL Mobile ClientNetwork Sniffer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (204 ratings)4.5 (188 ratings)
Positive reviews61.9% of reviews70.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings204 — better188
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#149 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloCHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Customer experience

MySQL Mobile Client

All ratings204 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral1.5%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive61.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative34.0%

Network Sniffer

All ratings188 ratings
Positive88.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive70.3%
Neutral2.7%
Negative27.0%

Bugs and requests

MySQL Mobile Client

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Chart selection issue in CarPlay Widgets
  • Crash when trying to edit tables
  • Crash on launch
  • Queries no longer work
  • Family Release not working on iPhone
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  • App crashes when trying to connect to database
  • Crash since update
  • Multiline edit causes crash
  • Can't edit single row, lost connection
  • Setup issues, cannot connect
  • Purchase restoration not working

Requested features

6 requests
  • Big number graph/widget
  • Dark mode
  • Multi-row display for text columns
  • Delete button in edit view
  • Close button in left sidebar menu
Show 1 more
  • Shortcuts support

Network Sniffer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MySQL Mobile Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
1 purchases

Network Sniffer

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$7.99

Questions

Is MySQL Mobile Client free?
MySQL Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Network Sniffer free?
Network Sniffer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MySQL Mobile Client or Network Sniffer?
MySQL Mobile Client and Network Sniffer are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 204 and 188 ratings respectively.
Do MySQL Mobile Client or Network Sniffer have ads?
Neither MySQL Mobile Client nor Network Sniffer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MySQL Mobile Client or Network Sniffer?
MySQL Mobile Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and Network Sniffer every 3 weeks. Most recently, MySQL Mobile Client was updated on September 21, 2026 and Network Sniffer on September 23, 2026.

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