Comparison

SQL Server Mobile Client vs TelCar

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

Head to head
About

SQL Server Mobile Client

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
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DB Compass for SQL Server allows you to access your MS SQL Server database directly and without any server setup. You can manage your data with a very clean and simple iOS user interface. FEATURES: • Connection over TLS encryption and/or 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 • Charts & Widgets 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 to. Tested on SQL Server 2012, 2017 and Azure SQL Database. Does not support dynamic TCP port in conjunction with SSH tunnel. -- This is a Premium app that requires subscription or lifetime unlock -- Terms of Use: https://dbcompass.net/terms-and-conditions For feedback or suggestions contact info@dbcompass.net

About

TelCar

Features
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TelCar was created to fix the repair of the car

Screenshots

SQL Server Mobile Client4 screens
TelCar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TelCar at none against SQL Server Mobile Client's 3. TelCar also leads on iOS requirement (13.2 vs 16.4). SQL Server Mobile Client's advantage is chart position (#144 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. SQL Server Mobile Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. TelCar asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
SQL Server Mobile Client versus TelCar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQL Server Mobile ClientTelCar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (56 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings56 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#144 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.413.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB10 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloAleksey Erko

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SQL Server Mobile Client

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Unlock$59.99
None

TelCar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SQL Server Mobile Client free?
SQL Server Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TelCar free?
TelCar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SQL Server Mobile Client or TelCar have ads?
Neither SQL Server Mobile Client nor TelCar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQL Server Mobile Client or TelCar?
SQL Server Mobile Client ships an update every 3 weeks, and TelCar every 3 weeks. Most recently, SQL Server Mobile Client was updated on October 29, 2026 and TelCar on October 27, 2026.

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