Comparison

SQL Server Mobile Client vs Parquet Viewer

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

Parquet Viewer

Easily read and query data from Parquet files directly on your iPhone or iPad. This utility app eliminates the need for complex programming libraries, offering a straightforward way to access your data.

Highlights
  • Open and view Parquet files
  • Query data using SQL
  • Directly on iPhone/iPad
  • No programming libraries needed
Features
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Parquet Viewer is a fast and easy parquet file reader. It lets you read parquet files directly on your iPhone/iPad. Perfect for a quick viewing of your parquet files, no need to fiddle with any programming libraries. Features: - Open & view data in parquet files - Query data using SQL Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SQL Server Mobile Client4 screens
Parquet Viewer2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SQL Server Mobile Client at 77% against Parquet Viewer's 0%. Parquet Viewer's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Parquet Viewer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQL Server Mobile Client ships an update every 3 weeks, Parquet Viewer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SQL Server Mobile Client versus Parquet Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQL Server Mobile ClientParquet Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (56 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings56 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloAn Sinh Pham

Customer experience

SQL Server Mobile Client

All ratings56 ratings
Positive80.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive76.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative19.2%

Parquet Viewer

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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
6 purchases

Parquet Viewer

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Annual3 Days trial$79.991 Year
One-time3
  • 10 Credits$4.99
  • 30 Credits$9.99
  • 100 Credits$29.99

Questions

Is SQL Server Mobile Client free?
SQL Server Mobile Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Parquet Viewer free?
Parquet Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SQL Server Mobile Client or Parquet Viewer have ads?
Neither SQL Server Mobile Client nor Parquet Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQL Server Mobile Client or Parquet Viewer?
SQL Server Mobile Client ships an update every 3 weeks, and Parquet Viewer every 6 weeks. Most recently, SQL Server Mobile Client was updated on October 10, 2026 and Parquet Viewer on September 30, 2026.

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