Comparison

MySQL Mobile Client vs Ankra

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

Ankra

Features
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Ankra is the companion app for the Ankra Kubernetes platform. Manage your clusters, stacks, and add-ons from your iPhone or iPad with native iOS conveniences that the web alone cannot offer. Built for platform engineers and SREs who need cluster health at a glance: • Face ID / Touch ID gate on every launch and after 5 minutes in the background, with device-passcode fallback. • Offline-aware with an active connection probe - the app keeps showing the last view you had and offers a one-tap Reconnect when the network comes back. • ankra:// deep links to jump straight to any cluster, add-on, or stack from links anywhere on your phone. • Native downloads - kubeconfigs, YAML manifests, and platform exports hand off to the iOS Files / Share sheet. • Branded splash and offline screens that match the Ankra design system. • Camera and photo-library integration for attaching screenshots to support tickets. • Optimised WebView - pull-to-refresh, swipe-to-go-back, persistent cookies so you stay logged in between sessions. Requires an active account on platform.ankra.app. Sign up at https://ankra.io or contact sales for a demo. Support: https://docs.ankra.ai Privacy: https://ankra.io/privacy

Screenshots

MySQL Mobile Client4 screens
Ankra4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ankra at none against MySQL Mobile Client's 1. Ankra also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). MySQL Mobile Client's advantage is chart position (#122 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Ankra asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MySQL Mobile Client ships an update every 4 weeks, Ankra every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
MySQL Mobile Client versus Ankra: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMySQL Mobile ClientAnkra
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (204 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings204 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
Best chart rank#122 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB20 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloAnkra AB

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
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  • Shortcuts support

Ankra

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MySQL Mobile Client

One-time1
  • PRO FEATURES$9.99
None

Ankra

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MySQL Mobile Client free?
MySQL Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ankra free?
Ankra is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MySQL Mobile Client or Ankra have ads?
Neither MySQL Mobile Client nor Ankra shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MySQL Mobile Client or Ankra?
MySQL Mobile Client ships an update every 4 weeks, and Ankra every 2 days. Most recently, MySQL Mobile Client was updated on September 26, 2026 and Ankra on September 14, 2026.

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