Comparison

TablePlus vs CodeMan

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

CodeMan

This app provides a powerful integration with VS Code, allowing you to code remotely on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. It offers a full desktop experience with keyboard support and optimized touch interfaces for mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Connect to VS Code server instances
  • Full desktop mode with chromeless browsing
  • Desktop-class keyboard support
  • Optimized touch interface for mobile
  • Multi-window and Split View support on iPad
  • Built-in debug console and real-time logging
  • Secure HTTPS connections with optional self-signed certificates
Features
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Powerful VS Code Integration • Connect to any VS Code server instance (or use vscode.dev) • Full desktop mode for complete feature access • Chromeless browsing for distraction-free coding • Self-signed certificate support for local servers Desktop-Class Keyboard Support • All VS Code keyboard shortcuts work perfectly • Command key passthrough to VS Code • System shortcuts for app functions (Cmd+,, Cmd+R, etc.) • External keyboard fully supported on iPad iPhone Features • Optimized touch interface for mobile coding • Quick-access toolbar with essential functions • Portrait and landscape support • Works great with external keyboards iPad Features • Local files support with VSCode extension • Multi-window support - work on multiple projects • Split View and Slide Over compatible • Full keyboard shortcut support • Perfect for iPad + Magic Keyboard setup Mac Features • Native Mac window management • Resizable windows with sensible defaults • Full menu bar integration • All keyboard shortcuts work as expected Developer Tools • Built-in debug console to monitor connections • Real-time logging for troubleshooting • Detailed error messages and suggestions • Export logs for debugging Security & Privacy • Your connections stay secure with HTTPS • Optional support for self-signed certificates • No tracking, no analytics, no data collection • All settings stored locally on your device Perfect for: • Remote development on the go • Code review from your phone • Quick fixes from your iPad • Full development sessions on Mac • Working with self-hosted VS Code servers • Accessing code-server instances • GitHub Codespaces with custom domains Limitations: CodeMan uses WebKit for rendering. Most VS Code features and popular extensions work perfectly. Some extensions requiring advanced browser-specific features (like SharedArrayBuffer) may have limited functionality. Core editing, IntelliSense, terminal, Git, and most popular extensions work without issues.

Screenshots

TablePlus4 screens
CodeMan3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TablePlus at Free against CodeMan's $4.99. TablePlus also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (77 vs 7). CodeMan's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#192 vs unranked). On review sentiment, update cadence, 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

TablePlus is free to download; CodeMan costs $4.99 up front. TablePlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. CodeMan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TablePlus holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TablePlus has 77 ratings behind it against 7, 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 71% of CodeMan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TablePlus ships an update weekly, CodeMan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
TablePlus versus CodeMan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTablePlusCodeMan
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.4 (77 ratings) — better3.9 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews — better71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings77 — better7
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#192 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size167 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTablePlus IncMichael Frey

Customer experience

TablePlus

All ratings77 ratings
Positive80.5%
Neutral9.1%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive76.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative18.1%

CodeMan

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TablePlus

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

CodeMan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CodeMan free?
CodeMan costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TablePlus or CodeMan?
TablePlus is rated higher. TablePlus averages 4.4 out of 5 from 77 ratings, while CodeMan averages 3.9 from 7 ratings.
Do TablePlus or CodeMan have ads?
Neither TablePlus nor CodeMan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TablePlus or CodeMan?
TablePlus ships an update weekly, and CodeMan every 5 days. Most recently, TablePlus was updated on September 25, 2026 and CodeMan on September 27, 2026.

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