# TablePlus vs HiSQL

The clearest difference is rating: HiSQL at 5.0 against TablePlus's 4.4. HiSQL also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 77%). TablePlus's advantage is ratings volume (78 vs 1) and chart position (#44 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and HiSQL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HiSQL holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TablePlus has 78 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of TablePlus's written reviews are positive against 100% of HiSQL's.

TablePlus ships an update weekly, HiSQL every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TablePlus | HiSQL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tableplus-database-client/id1465448609/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hisql/id6753840035/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **78** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 76.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#44** | — |
| Size | 179 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TablePlus Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248168235) | [丹 姜](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845040567) |

## What reviewers say

### TablePlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tableplus-database-client/id1465448609)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Annually Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Fast query execution
- 📱 Great mobile experience
- 💻 Seamless desktop integration
- 🌟 Best SQL client available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model disliked
- 📉 Some features locked behind paywall
- ⚠️ Inconsistent stability
- 📱 Not ideal for iPhone landscape
- 💸 Subscription cost steep

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Add Oracle support
- Add Vertica support
- Add PocketBase support
- Add Snowflake support
- Add Redis cluster support


### HiSQL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hisql/id6753840035)

Connect to and manage MySQL databases from your mobile device. Perform CRUD operations, utilize SSH tunneling, and enjoy smart SQL formatting. An optional Pro version unlocks advanced features like multiple connections and data export.

**Highlights:** CRUD operations on MySQL, SSH tunneling, SSL connection option, IntelliSense and SQL formatting, Execution plan visualization, iCloud Sync for profiles, Data export to CSV, JSON, SQL

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Pro (Annual) | $6.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TablePlus free?

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

### Is HiSQL free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TablePlus or HiSQL?

HiSQL is rated higher. TablePlus averages 4.4 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while HiSQL averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TablePlus or HiSQL have ads?

Neither TablePlus nor HiSQL shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TablePlus or HiSQL?

TablePlus ships an update weekly, and HiSQL every 2 weeks. Most recently, TablePlus was updated on October 8, 2026 and HiSQL on September 20, 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.*