Comparison

TablePlus vs Mongon | MongoDB Client

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

Mongon | MongoDB Client

A modern, lightweight MongoDB client for macOS, offering a native and intuitive interface for exploring, managing, and querying your database. It provides powerful tools for developers and database engineers to streamline their workflow with speed and simplicity.

Highlights
  • Native macOS experience
  • Fast collection browser
  • Advanced query editor
  • Index and schema tools
  • Secure connection management
  • Lightweight and efficient design
Features
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Mongon is a lightweight, modern, and beautifully designed MongoDB client built exclusively for macOS. It gives developers and database engineers a fast, intuitive, and native way to explore, manage, and query their MongoDB data. Whether you're inspecting collections, running complex queries, or managing indexes, Mongon brings a clean interface and powerful tools that make your workflow smoother and more efficient. Key Features • Native macOS Experience Built with a focus on performance, simplicity, and the elegant feel of macOS. • Fast Collection Browser View documents instantly with smooth scrolling and clear formatting. • Advanced Query Editor Run MongoDB queries with autocomplete, syntax highlighting, and instant results. • Index & Schema Tools Quickly inspect indexes and understand the structure of your collections. • Secure Connection Management Easily connect to local or remote MongoDB instances with full support for connection strings and authentication. • Lightweight & Efficient No unnecessary features, no clutter — just the tools you need. Why Mongon? If you want a fast, minimal, and distraction-free MongoDB client that feels truly at home on macOS, Mongon is for you. Designed with developers in mind, it focuses on clarity, speed, and a frictionless workflow. Perfect For • Backend developers • Mobile & web developers • Database engineers • Students & learners working with MongoDB • Anyone wanting a clean and simple MongoDB GUI for macOS Privacy First Mongon processes your data locally and never sends your database credentials or queries to any external service. Terms of Use: https://mongon.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://mongon.app/privacy

Screenshots

TablePlus4 screens
Mongon | MongoDB Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TablePlus at 77% against Mongon | MongoDB Client's 33%. TablePlus also leads on chart position (#53 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Mongon | MongoDB Client sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TablePlus ships an update weekly, Mongon | MongoDB Client every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
TablePlus versus Mongon | MongoDB Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTablePlusMongon | MongoDB Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (78 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings78 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#53 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTablePlus IncEnes Genc

Customer experience

TablePlus

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

Mongon | MongoDB Client

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

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

Mongon | MongoDB Client

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
2 purchases

Mongon | MongoDB Client

Subscriptions1
  • Mongon Pro14 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • One Time Payment$19.99

Questions

Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mongon | MongoDB Client free?
Mongon | MongoDB Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TablePlus or Mongon | MongoDB Client have ads?
Neither TablePlus nor Mongon | MongoDB Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TablePlus or Mongon | MongoDB Client?
TablePlus ships an update weekly, and Mongon | MongoDB Client every 5 days. Most recently, TablePlus was updated on October 18, 2026 and Mongon | MongoDB Client on October 3, 2026.

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