Comparison

TablePlus vs SQLStudio Light

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

SQLStudio Light

Features
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SQLStudio Light brings the tools to administer and develop Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance databases to Mac, iPhone and iPad, with an interface that feels familiar to anyone who uses SQL Server Management Studio. Connect directly to your server on your local network, over a VPN or across the internet: there is nothing to install on the server. QUERY EDITOR • Syntax highlighting and IntelliSense: keywords, tables, columns, procedures and parameters • Run scripts with GO and SQLCMD mode; results to grid, text or file • Estimated and actual execution plans with a graphical viewer, Live Query Statistics and client statistics • Code formatting, syntax checking, more than 300 templates and snippets • Per-window transactions, query options, .sql and .sqlplan files OBJECT EXPLORER • Databases, tables, views, programmability, security, SQL Server Agent, Always On, replication and much more • Complete context menus, filters, search, object details and dependencies • CREATE, ALTER, DROP, SELECT and INSERT scripts, plus the Generate Scripts wizard ADMINISTRATION • More than 130 dialogs and wizards: server and database properties, backup and restore, logins, users and roles, indexes, partitioning, compression, Always On, replication, Database Mail, maintenance plans, the Integration Services catalog, SQL Server Agent jobs • Every dialog can also generate the matching T-SQL script • Table designer, database diagrams, data editing, CSV import REPORTS AND MONITORING • 63 standard server and database reports • Query Store, Activity Monitor, Job Activity Monitor, Always On Dashboard • Log File Viewer, vulnerability assessment, missing indexes, live Extended Events SECURE CONNECTIONS • SQL Server Authentication or a Microsoft Entra access token • Mandatory or strict encryption (TDS 8.0) • Saved connections and registered servers with groups • Passwords are stored only in the device Keychain, protected with Touch ID or Face ID • No account to create, no data sent to third parties FREE AND PROFESSIONAL SQLStudio Light is free: connect to your servers, browse objects, view properties and reports, and run read-only queries (SELECT). SQLStudio Light Professional unlocks every feature that changes or creates something: any statement in the query editor, saving dialogs and wizards, the table designer, data editing, Object Explorer commands and tasks such as backup and restore. Professional is available as a monthly or annual subscription, or as a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and can be managed in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.geolox.it/sqlstudio-light/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.geolox.it/sqlstudio-light/privacy.html Need Windows authentication, DacFx (.bacpac/.dacpac) and the complete SSMS toolset? Try SQL Studio, the full free edition that works through the SQL Studio gateway installed on your own server. Available in English and Italian. SQLStudio Light is an independent product by IT Service, not affiliated with or endorsed by Microsoft. SQL Server, Azure and SQL Server Management Studio are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Screenshots

TablePlus4 screens
SQLStudio Light4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: TablePlus at #188 against SQLStudio Light's unranked. TablePlus also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). SQLStudio Light's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 and SQLStudio Light sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TablePlus ships an update weekly, SQLStudio Light every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
TablePlus versus SQLStudio Light: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTablePlusSQLStudio Light
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (78 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings78 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#188 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTablePlus IncDario Bondi

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

SQLStudio Light

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
3 purchases

SQLStudio Light

Subscriptions2
  • Professional Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Professional Yearly$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • Professional Lifetime$449.99

Questions

Is TablePlus free?
TablePlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQLStudio Light free?
SQLStudio Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TablePlus or SQLStudio Light have ads?
Neither TablePlus nor SQLStudio Light shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TablePlus or SQLStudio Light?
TablePlus ships an update weekly, and SQLStudio Light every 3 days. Most recently, TablePlus was updated on November 3, 2026 and SQLStudio Light on October 31, 2026.

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