Comparison

TablePlus vs PHP Editor

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TablePlus

Manage databases efficiently on iOS with a user-friendly interface and robust features. Supports multiple drivers, secure connections, direct data editing, advanced filtering, and smart query editing.

Highlights
  • Multiple database drivers
  • Secure SSH tunneling and TLS
  • Direct data and structure editing
  • Advanced data filtering
  • Smart query editor
  • Export data via email/AirDrop
  • Multi-database support
Features
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Description: With a simple design and powerful features, TablePlus makes database management easier, faster & more efficient on your iOS devices. - Multiple drivers: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Cassandra, Cockroach, Redis... - Database security at its best: SSH tunneling, TLS encrypt end-to-end. - Edit data rows, table structure, or query results directly with just a touch, review generated SQL before submitting. - Quickly see the records you need using multiple advanced filters. - Easily export data and send it directly via email, AirDrop... - Working with multiple databases or connections at the same time. - A smart query editor with code highlighter and auto-completion. Privacy Policy: https://tableplus.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://tableplus.com/legal

About

PHP Editor

Edit PHP code and see instant results with this offline application. It supports most PHP commands and syntax, making it a convenient tool for developers on the go.

Highlights
  • Offline PHP code editing
  • Instant output for code
  • Supports most PHP syntax
  • Edit existing code
  • Convenient for on-the-go development
Features
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Give a PHP idea a place to take shape. PHP Editor brings writing, local execution and language practice into one workspace, so you can move from a short snippet to its output and back to the code you want to improve. A practical place to experiment The integrated PHP 8.4 runtime runs code on your device. Open the editor, make a change and tap Run to see PHP Output. Use Edit code to return and continue your experiment. Reported errors are shown with the result, giving you feedback when a statement does not behave as expected. You do not need a separate remote execution service for this local coding workflow. Tools that support the next edit Read your source with PHP syntax highlighting, line numbers and word wrapping. Bracket matching and automatic closing of brackets help when entering expressions and functions. Quick Undo and Redo controls let you revisit a change without retyping it. Find helps locate a name or phrase, while Go to line takes you to a specific position in the file. Start new, or return to an idea Begin a fresh file when you want a clean starting point. Open PHP files from the app's available document storage workflow, save a named script, or choose Save As to preserve a separate copy. When a draft has been stored locally, Continue coding brings it back from Home. A saved file gives an experiment a name and makes it easier to return to deliberate work later. Examples you can change The daily PHP bite opens an editable example related to the Home screen's tip. Try changing the values in a strict comparison, replacing a missing value with null coalescing, or following the choices in a match expression. Other examples cover array transformations, function type declarations, escaping text and reusable functions. Run your variation and inspect the result to connect the syntax with its effect. A second way to practise Use Practice PHP for multiple-choice quizzes across levels. Timed sessions encourage focused review, and the results show how an attempt went. Quiz history gives you access to recorded attempts and their results. You can alternate between answering questions and testing a small program, choosing the kind of practice that suits the time you have. Make the workspace familiar Choose an app theme, including a light or dark appearance, and select from the available interface languages. The editor follows the active appearance. Home keeps Continue coding, the daily example and quiz history within reach, along with a daily visit streak for your practice routine. Designed for small, useful sessions Students can explore language exercises; learners can test an unfamiliar expression; developers can check a compact function or revisit a script. Keep local runs focused: execution time and output limits apply. Code execution is local, while network-dependent services such as advertising and purchases use their own connections. Write an example you understand, change one part and see what happens. Keep useful scripts as files and use quizzes to revisit the concepts you are learning. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TablePlus4 screens
PHP Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TablePlus at 77% against PHP Editor's 0%. TablePlus also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). PHP Editor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PHP Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TablePlus ships an update weekly, PHP Editor every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TablePlus versus PHP Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTablePlusPHP Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (78 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings78 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTablePlus IncMerbin Joe

Customer experience

TablePlus

All ratings78 ratings
Positive80.8%
Neutral9.0%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive76.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative18.1%

PHP Editor

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

TablePlus

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Crashes when opening tables
  • App crashes on iOS 18.7.2
  • Cannot edit data after update
  • Does not work on iPad
  • Cannot visualize all procedures in MariaDB
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  • Scrollbars hinder visualization
  • MongoDB connection errors
  • Cannot copy MongoDB connection string
  • Cannot create databases
  • SQLite import fails
  • Local SQLite connection fails
  • Editing rows seems broken (TAB key, saving records)
  • Night mode UI not good
  • App broken on SE (4-inch iPhone)

Requested features

25 requests
  • Add Oracle support
  • Add Vertica support
  • Add PocketBase support
  • Add Snowflake support
  • Add Redis cluster support
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  • Add MariaDB support
  • Add MongoDB support
  • Add table cloning function
  • Add export to Excel
  • Add ability to save queries with templates
  • Add synchronization with desktop client
  • Add support for 4-inch iPhones
  • Add Chinese language support
  • Add dark mode
  • Add one-time purchase option
  • Add ability to select multiple schemas
  • Show linked servers
  • Remember open tabs and content
  • Add bracket highlighting
  • Improve keyword/function highlighting
  • Auto-indent new lines
  • Option to remove right-hand pane
  • Allow copying data from result window
  • Create new table with CSV import
  • Translate to Spanish

PHP Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TablePlus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annually Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99
None

PHP Editor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PHP Editor free?
PHP Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TablePlus or PHP Editor have ads?
PHP Editor shows ads; TablePlus does not.
Which is updated more often, TablePlus or PHP Editor?
TablePlus ships an update weekly, and PHP Editor every 3 months. Most recently, TablePlus was updated on October 24, 2026 and PHP Editor on October 24, 2026.

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