# SQLite vs Collections Database

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Collections Database at 87% against SQLite's 0%. Collections Database also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). SQLite's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 days). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SQLite sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per month and Collections Database sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Collections Database holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Collections Database has 192 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SQLite's written reviews are positive against 87% of Collections Database's.

SQLite ships an update every 4 days, Collections Database every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQLite | Collections Database |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqlite-pro/id1454059700/reviews) | **[4.6 (192 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collections-database/id1568395334/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **192** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 2 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mark Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/289509752) | [Matteo D'Ignazio](https://appshunter.io/developer/634863524) |

## What reviewers say

### SQLite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqlite-pro/id1454059700)

Manage SQLite database files with an intuitive graphical interface. Easily view tables, rows, and execute advanced SQL queries. Create new tables and add rows, with options to copy, paste, and share data. Supports iCloud synchronization and offline access.

**Highlights:** Graphical SQLite database management, Advanced SQL query execution, Table and row creation, Copy, paste, and share data, iCloud synchronization, Offline access

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |


### Collections Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collections-database/id1568395334)

Organize anything with a personal database app. It offers over 20 field types, customizable layouts, and pre-built templates for common uses like books or expenses. Advanced features and iCloud sync are available.

**Highlights:** 20+ field types (text, number, picture, barcode, etc.), Customizable fields and display styles, Pre-built templates (books, contacts, expenses, etc.), Organize with collections and subcollections, Password, Face ID, and Touch ID protection, iCloud synchronization across devices, Advanced fields and calculations (Pro version)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Collections Ultra (Upgrade) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Collections Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Collections Ultra | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 🚀 Powerful and feature-rich
- 💡 Excellent integration with Apple ecosystem
- 🔒 Secure and private data storage
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and sync issues
- 📚 Lacking comprehensive documentation
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering capabilities
- 🔀 Difficulty moving/copying data between collections

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues when using search
- Inconsistent behavior between iOS and macOS versions

**Requested features**

- Collaborative features for sharing databases
- More advanced reporting and visualization options
- Improved import/export functionality
- Ability to customize the appearance and layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQLite free?

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

### Is Collections Database free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SQLite or Collections Database?

Collections Database is rated higher. SQLite averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Collections Database averages 4.6 from 192 ratings.

### Do SQLite or Collections Database have ads?

Neither SQLite nor Collections Database shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SQLite or Collections Database?

SQLite ships an update every 4 days, and Collections Database every 8 days. Most recently, SQLite was updated on October 7, 2026 and Collections Database on October 18, 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.*