Comparison

TablePlus vs PostgreSQL Visual Manager

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

PostgreSQL Visual Manager

Manage PostgreSQL databases remotely with this secure, straightforward mobile tool. Perform CRUD operations, execute custom SQL, and export data directly from your phone or tablet. Ideal for developers needing quick database access on the go.

Highlights
  • Remote database access
  • CRUD operations
  • Custom SQL execution
  • Data export to CSV/JSON
  • Table schema browsing
  • Secure credential storage
Features
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Built by developers, for developers. We created this app because we faced a common problem: receiving an urgent alert while out of the office—on vacation or at dinner—without a laptop nearby. We needed a way to quickly check the database, run a diagnostic query, or fix a record using just a phone. We built this tool for our own use, but realized other developers might need it too. This isn't a bloated enterprise suite. It is a straightforward, secure, and comfortable tool to manage your PostgreSQL databases when you are away from your workstation. Core Functionality: * Emergency Access: Connect to your database from anywhere (supports SSL). * CRUD Operations: Select, Insert, Update, and Delete rows via a visual interface. * Custom SQL: Write and execute complex queries. * Data Export: Export your query results to CSV or JSON to share or analyze. * Table Inspector: Browse schemas, views, and tables with pagination. Security & Privacy: * 100% Local: We do not have a backend. Your data never touches our servers. * Encrypted Credentials: All passwords are stored using the device’s native secure storage (Keychain on iOS). * Direct Connection: The app connects directly from your device to your PostgreSQL server.

Screenshots

TablePlus4 screens
PostgreSQL Visual Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PostgreSQL Visual Manager at 5.0 against TablePlus's 4.4. PostgreSQL Visual Manager also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). TablePlus's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (78 vs 1). On price, ads and device support 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. PostgreSQL Visual Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PostgreSQL Visual Manager 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TablePlus ships an update weekly, PostgreSQL Visual Manager every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
TablePlus versus PostgreSQL Visual Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTablePlusPostgreSQL Visual Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (78 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings78 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#192 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB25 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTablePlus IncTURN LLC (Apps)

Customer experience

TablePlus

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

PostgreSQL Visual Manager

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TablePlus

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

PostgreSQL Visual Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PostgreSQL Visual Manager free?
PostgreSQL Visual Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TablePlus or PostgreSQL Visual Manager?
PostgreSQL Visual Manager is rated higher. TablePlus averages 4.4 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while PostgreSQL Visual Manager averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do TablePlus or PostgreSQL Visual Manager have ads?
Neither TablePlus nor PostgreSQL Visual Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TablePlus or PostgreSQL Visual Manager?
TablePlus ships an update weekly, and PostgreSQL Visual Manager every 3 months. Most recently, TablePlus was updated on October 4, 2026 and PostgreSQL Visual Manager on September 21, 2026.

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