Comparison

TablePlus vs GLDF Viewer

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

GLDF Viewer

Features
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Explore GLDF lighting data files on the go. View product info, light sources, photometry data, and 3D geometries from the Global Lighting Data Format standard. Description (4000 characters max): GLDF Viewer is the essential tool for lighting professionals, designers, and engineers who work with the Global Lighting Data Format (GLDF). FEATURES: • Open and explore GLDF files directly on your iPhone or iPad • View manufacturer and product information • Browse embedded files including photometric data (EULUMDAT/IES) and 3D models • Inspect light source specifications • Explore product variants • View raw XML/JSON data with syntax formatting • Drag and drop GLDF files to open instantly GLDF is the open standard for exchanging luminaire data across lighting design software. With GLDF Viewer, you can quickly inspect lighting product data anywhere. Perfect for: - Lighting designers reviewing product specifications - Engineers validating GLDF exports - Manufacturers checking their product data - Anyone working with digital lighting information

Screenshots

TablePlus4 screens
GLDF Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GLDF Viewer at none against TablePlus's 3. TablePlus's advantage is chart position (#67 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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. GLDF Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
TablePlus versus GLDF Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTablePlusGLDF Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (78 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings78 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#67 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTablePlus IncHolger Trahe

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

GLDF Viewer

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

GLDF Viewer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GLDF Viewer free?
GLDF Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TablePlus or GLDF Viewer have ads?
Neither TablePlus nor GLDF Viewer shows ads.

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