# SQLite vs CSV File Viewer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CSV File Viewer at 90% against SQLite's 0%. CSV File Viewer also leads on rating (3.8 vs 3.0) and monetization model (freemium vs subscription). SQLite's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SQLite sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per month and CSV File Viewer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CSV File Viewer holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CSV File Viewer has 20 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 90% of CSV File Viewer's.

SQLite ships an update every 4 days, CSV File Viewer every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQLite | CSV File Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqlite-pro/id1454059700/reviews) | **[3.8 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csv-file-viewer-smart-csv/id1611962123/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **20** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **90.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 2 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mark Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/289509752) | [Hue Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716687307) |

## 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 |


### CSV File Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/csv-file-viewer-smart-csv/id1611962123)

This app acts as a comprehensive CSV file explorer, allowing users to view, edit, and query CSV data. It offers features like AI-powered queries, SQL querying, chart creation, and PDF conversion with customizable styling. Manage and share exported files easily.

**Highlights:** AI Assistant for CSV queries, SQL query support, Create charts from data, Convert CSV to PDF with custom styles, Visual filtering and searching, Manage and share exported files

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQLite free?

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

### Is CSV File Viewer free?

CSV File Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SQLite or CSV File Viewer?

CSV File Viewer is rated higher. SQLite averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while CSV File Viewer averages 3.8 from 20 ratings.

### Do SQLite or CSV File Viewer have ads?

Neither SQLite nor CSV File Viewer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SQLite or CSV File Viewer?

SQLite ships an update every 4 days, and CSV File Viewer every 8 days. Most recently, SQLite was updated on September 20, 2026 and CSV File Viewer on September 12, 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.*