# SQL Server Mobile Client vs TablePlus

The clearest difference is monetization model: TablePlus at free with in-app purchases against SQL Server Mobile Client's subscription. TablePlus also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SQL Server Mobile Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TablePlus holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 77 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 77% and 77% positive.

SQL Server Mobile Client ships an update every 3 weeks, TablePlus weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQL Server Mobile Client | TablePlus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-server-mobile-client/id1406176302/reviews) | **[4.4 (77 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tableplus-database-client/id1465448609/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 56 | **77** |
| Positive reviews | **76.9% of reviews** | 76.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 129 MB | 167 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) | [TablePlus Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248168235) |

## What reviewers say

### SQL Server Mobile Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-server-mobile-client/id1406176302)

Access and manage your MS SQL Server databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for exploring, editing, and querying data, with advanced features like AI-assisted query composition and ER diagram viewing.

**Highlights:** Secure database connection (TLS/SSH), Data exploration, filtering, and searching, AI-assisted SQL query composition, Database object management, ER Diagram Viewer, Advanced data grid for editing, Import and export data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Unlock | $59.99 | one-time |


### TablePlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tableplus-database-client/id1465448609)

Manage databases efficiently on iOS with a user-friendly interface and robust features. Supports multiple drivers, secure connections, direct data editing, advanced filtering, and smart query editing.

**Highlights:** Multiple database drivers, Secure SSH tunneling and TLS, Direct data and structure editing, Advanced data filtering, Smart query editor, Export data via email/AirDrop, Multi-database support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Annually Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQL Server Mobile Client free?

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

### Is TablePlus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SQL Server Mobile Client or TablePlus?

TablePlus is rated higher. SQL Server Mobile Client averages 4.2 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while TablePlus averages 4.4 from 77 ratings.

### Do SQL Server Mobile Client or TablePlus have ads?

Neither SQL Server Mobile Client nor TablePlus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SQL Server Mobile Client or TablePlus?

SQL Server Mobile Client ships an update every 3 weeks, and TablePlus weekly. Most recently, SQL Server Mobile Client was updated on September 22, 2026 and TablePlus on September 21, 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.*