Comparison

SQL Server Mobile Client vs MacMagical

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

MacMagical

Decode Apple MacBook serial numbers to identify specific models and access real-time Amazon pricing for related components and accessories. This tool assists in identifying parts and understanding their market value.

Highlights
  • MacBook serial number decoding
  • Real-time Amazon price lookup
  • Component and accessory pricing
  • Part identification
Features
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Apple MacBook Serial Number Decoder and Real-Time Amazon Price Lookup for Components, Tools, and Accessories

Screenshots

SQL Server Mobile Client4 screens
MacMagical4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MacMagical at 5.0 against SQL Server Mobile Client's 4.2. MacMagical also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (100% vs 77%). SQL Server Mobile Client's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (56 vs 5). On price 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. MacMagical asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MacMagical holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQL Server Mobile Client has 56 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of SQL Server Mobile Client's written reviews are positive against 100% of MacMagical's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SQL Server Mobile Client versus MacMagical: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQL Server Mobile ClientMacMagical
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (56 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings56 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB1 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloRoger Maragh

Customer experience

SQL Server Mobile Client

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

MacMagical

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
None

MacMagical

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 MacMagical free?
MacMagical is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SQL Server Mobile Client or MacMagical?
MacMagical is rated higher. SQL Server Mobile Client averages 4.2 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while MacMagical averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do SQL Server Mobile Client or MacMagical have ads?
MacMagical shows ads; SQL Server Mobile Client does not.

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