SQLiteFlow vs SQLite Editor & DB Viewer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SQLiteFlow
An intuitive and reliable SQLite editor for Mac and iOS. Manage files, query databases with advanced features like syntax highlighting and auto-completion, and edit table data. Visualize database structure with ER diagrams and compare databases with diff tools.
- File management (add, remove, rename)
- Advanced SQL query editor
- Data viewing and editing
- Table structure alteration
- ER diagram visualization
- Database comparison (diff)
- CSV and JSON import/export
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Two-week free trial! So you can purchase SQLiteFlow after you know you like it! SQLiteFlow is an SQLite editor for Mac & iOS which is intuitive, stable and reliable to use. It contains features as described below: Browse • Manage files. Supports add, remove, duplicate, rename folders, SQLite databases, SQL files, CSV files, etc. • Supports import database from iCloud Drive by the file picker. • Supports open external SQL files, CSV files and Filter files. • Supports open external folders. Requires iOS 13.0 or iPadOS 13.0. • Supports show recents files. Query Editor • Multi-query execution. • Syntax highlighting. • SQL auto-completion. • Format query. Data Editor • View, edit or add table data. • Multiple cells/rows/columns selection. • View table data with a convenient filter. • Sort records by tapping on column title. • Edit blob data as hex or show it as preview if possible. Alter Table • View, edit or add table fields, indexes, foreign keys, checks. • View triggers. • View DDL. Table List • Supports display each table's name and records count. Connect • Supports let SQLiteFlow(macOS) connect databases in this app. One use case is that you can debug query performance issue on your iPhone or iPad directly through your Mac. Drag and Drop • Supports drag and drop to import or export SQLite databases and SQL files in iPad. Database Statistics • Supports show records count of each table. • Supports show total size of each table • Supports show size of each table's content. • Supports show size of each table's index. This feature may help you get more insight about your SQLite databases' data storage information, which may let you see if there're any chances to let SQLite working in a more effective way in your device. ER Diagram • Supports display ER diagram. • Supports toggle field type hide or show. • Supports Relationship Guessing. • Supports copy as Mermaid markdown. Database Diff • Supports generate SQL text that can let you transform a database content into another. • Supports show a summary of the differences between two databases. Import • Supports import CSV data. • Supports import JSON data. Export • In Data Editor or Query Results, supports export data to CSV, JSON, Markdown or List. • In Data Editor, supports export data to Insert Statement or Update Statement if possible. Multiple Windows • Supports multiple windows for iPadOS 13 or later. Dark Mode • Supports dark mode. visionOS • Supports visionOS. Shortcuts • Supports "Run Query" action. • Supports "Import CSV" action. • Supports "Import JSON" action. Create Function • Supports create scalar function using a simple JavaScript routine. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
SQLite Editor & DB Viewer
Access, browse, and modify SQLite database files directly on your iPhone or iPad. Learn SQL with interactive lessons and a practice sandbox, all while working offline. Import data from spreadsheets and export results to CSV.
- Open and browse SQLite database files
- Full SQL editor with syntax highlighting
- Visual Query Builder
- Import spreadsheets (CSV, JSON, Excel)
- Export data to CSV
- Interactive SQL lessons
- Offline functionality
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SQLite Editor & DB Viewer opens, browses, and edits SQLite and .db database files right on your iPhone and iPad — no computer, no setup, no account. Whether you're a developer inspecting an app's database, a student learning SQL, or an analyst exploring data on the go, everything runs locally and offline. OPEN & BROWSE ANY DATABASE • Open .db, .sqlite, and .sqlite3 files from Files, iCloud, or share sheet • Browse every table, view rows and columns, and inspect the full schema • Fast search across tables and values • Works completely offline — your data never leaves your device RUN SQL — OR SKIP IT • Full SQL editor with syntax highlighting to run any query • Visual Query Builder: tap tables, columns, and filters and the app writes the SQL for you — no syntax to memorize • Edit rows inline, add and delete records, and commit changes safely IMPORT & EXPORT • Import spreadsheets — CSV, JSON, and Excel — straight into a table • Export tables and query results to CSV • Save databases back to your device LEARN SQL AS YOU GO • 26 interactive SQL lessons — from SELECT and WHERE to JOINs and subqueries • A practice sandbox with a ready-made sample database — try queries with zero risk • Perfect for beginners moving from "no SQL" to confident queries BUILT FOR iPHONE & iPAD • Designed for both — a full workspace on the big iPad screen • Clean dark interface, easy on the eyes PRO (optional) • Remove ads and unlock the full set of power features • Available as a monthly subscription or a one-time lifetime unlock • A free trial of each Pro feature is included — no commitment Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: SQLite Editor & DB Viewer at 100% against SQLiteFlow's 51%. SQLite Editor & DB Viewer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). SQLiteFlow's advantage is ratings volume (49 vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. SQLiteFlow sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SQLite Editor & DB Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.
SQLite Editor & DB Viewer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQLiteFlow has 49 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of SQLiteFlow's written reviews are positive against 100% of SQLite Editor & DB Viewer's.
SQLiteFlow ships an update fortnightly, SQLite Editor & DB Viewer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SQLiteFlow | SQLite Editor & DB Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (49 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.1% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 49 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 晨亮 贾 | Sahana A S |
Customer experience
SQLiteFlow
SQLite Editor & DB Viewer
In-app purchases
SQLiteFlow
- Pay-As-You-Go$1.991 Month
- Unlimited Annual$8.991 Year
- 2-week TrialFree
- Lifetime License$39.99
SQLite Editor & DB Viewer
No in-app purchases
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