# MySQL Mobile Client vs HiSQL

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HiSQL at 100% against MySQL Mobile Client's 62%. HiSQL also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). MySQL Mobile Client's advantage is ratings volume (204 vs 1) and chart position (#60 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MySQL Mobile Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MySQL Mobile Client has 204 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of MySQL Mobile Client's written reviews are positive against 100% of HiSQL's.

MySQL Mobile Client ships an update every 4 weeks, HiSQL every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MySQL Mobile Client | HiSQL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (204 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysql-mobile-client/id1406175528/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hisql/id6753840035/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **204** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 61.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#60** | — |
| Size | 132 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) | [丹 姜](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845040567) |

## What reviewers say

### MySQL Mobile Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysql-mobile-client/id1406175528)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO FEATURES | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Visually polished and functional
- 🚀 Responsive and engaged developer
- 💻 Desktop quality features
- 📱 Useful for mobile database management
- 💡 Great widgets for home screen

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Useless without paying
- 💰 Price not clear upfront
- 🚫 Limited free functionality
- ❌ Crippled free version
- ❓ No clear explanation of features

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Big number graph/widget
- Dark mode
- Multi-row display for text columns
- Delete button in edit view
- Close button in left sidebar menu


### HiSQL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hisql/id6753840035)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Pro (Annual) | $6.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MySQL Mobile Client free?

MySQL Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HiSQL free?

HiSQL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MySQL Mobile Client or HiSQL?

HiSQL is rated higher. MySQL Mobile Client averages 4.5 out of 5 from 204 ratings, while HiSQL averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do MySQL Mobile Client or HiSQL have ads?

Neither MySQL Mobile Client nor HiSQL shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MySQL Mobile Client or HiSQL?

MySQL Mobile Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and HiSQL every 2 weeks. Most recently, MySQL Mobile Client was updated on September 21, 2026 and HiSQL on September 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*