SQL Server Mobile Client PRO vs FOCUS Data Studio For SQL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO
Access and manage your MS SQL Server databases directly from your iOS device. This app offers a clean interface for browsing, editing, and exporting data, along with advanced features like SSH tunneling and ER diagram visualization.
- SSH tunneling with key/password authentication
- Browse, filter, sort, add, edit, and delete table data
- View and call functions and stored procedures
- Interactive ER diagram export (PNG/PDF)
- Data export to CSV, JSON, SQLite, Excel, and more
- Import data from CSV, SQLite, and Access
- OpenAI and Ollama integration
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DB Compass for SQL Server allows you to access your MS SQL Server database directly and without any server setup. You can manage your data with a clean and simple iOS user interface. FEATURES: • Connection with the SSH tunnel build-in with password or key authentication • SSH authentication support Secure Enclave Key and U2F/FIDO NFC Key • Table data: browse, filter, sort • Table structure: rename and drop for tables and columns • Pick FK value for foreign key field • Free query with assisted composition and plan analysis • View and Call Functions and Store Procedures • View database and table information • View and manage sessions • View ER Diagram (interactive and with PNG/PDF export) • View User list and Privileges • Login information stored in (local or iCloud) KeyChain • Table data: add, edit and delete record • Blob preview and export • Blob update (from iOS Photos or Files) • Geometry/geography data viewer (only from table) • Export data grid to CSV, JSON, HTML, SQLite, Excel and MSAccess(XML) format • Export table to CSV, NDJson and SQLite format • Import of CSV, SQLite and MSAccess(MDB/ACCDB) tables • Browsing of DB structure within a query or a record editor • iCloud Sync for saved query statements • Shortcuts support • Table/View updates in grid • Job Activity Monitor • JS script (with db access) • Charts & Widgets OpenAI, Gemini and Claude integration requires api key and is only available in allowed regions. Ollama and LM Studio integration requires your server to connect. Tested on SQL Server 2012, 2017 and Azure SQL Database. Does not support dynamic TCP port in conjunction with SSH tunnel. For feedback or suggestions contact info@dbcompass.net
FOCUS Data Studio For SQL
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FOCUS Data Studio is a simple cross-platform application that provides fast and easy database access. Designed to eliminate the need to carry a laptop for urgent tasks, you can use this app on and iOS as well as MacOS and Windows devices. Instantly handle your quick and simple database operations.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: FOCUS Data Studio For SQL at Free against SQL Server Mobile Client PRO's $59.99. FOCUS Data Studio For SQL also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On 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
FOCUS Data Studio For SQL is free to download; SQL Server Mobile Client PRO costs $59.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | SQL Server Mobile Client PRO | FOCUS Data Studio For SQL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 129 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Filippo Maguolo | Demirhan Kaya |
In-app purchases
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO
No in-app purchases
FOCUS Data Studio For SQL
No in-app purchases
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