Comparison

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO vs ER Diagram AI

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

ER Diagram AI

Design and visualize database schemas effortlessly with AI assistance. Quickly generate schemas from outlines, make detailed adjustments, and convert diagrams to SQL for various databases. Ideal for new development, reviews, collaboration, and learning.

Highlights
  • AI-assisted schema generation
  • Automatic SQL conversion
  • Intuitive editing
  • Multi-device support via Google Drive
  • Export and share diagrams
  • Text-based editing with Mermaid notation
  • Dark theme support
Features
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Database design is crucial for developing apps and web services. However, designing and visualizing a schema can be time-consuming and complex. With this app, developers can design DB schemas effortlessly. Even with a rough outline, the app can automatically build the schema, and more detailed adjustments can also be made as needed. It is used in various situations such as: - New app development: Creating database schemas for new projects. - Reviewing existing database structures: Visualizing and improving existing DB designs. - Team collaboration: Sharing database designs among team members for efficient collaboration. - Client presentations: Proposing and explaining database designs to clients visually. - Learning: Helping new engineers get familiar with database design. - Quick prototyping: Quickly creating schemas for short-term projects. Please try it out whenever you need to design a database schema. [Features] - Intuitive operability Ease of use is the most important factor. It runs smoothly, and you can intuitively edit your maps. - Automatic SQL Conversion Automatically convert ER diagrams into SQL code. Supported databases include MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and SQLite. - Ready to use You can use it immediately without registering an account. - Multi-device support It supports cloud storage integration, allowing seamless editing across multiple devices. - Export and Share You can export and share your ER Diagram, and even edit them on a PC. - Import Exported files can be imported and edited. - Text-based editing Edit your ER Diagram directly using Mermaid notation. - Dark theme support Since it supports a dark theme, it is also ideal for use at night.

Screenshots

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO4 screens
ER Diagram AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SQL Server Mobile Client PRO at 100% against ER Diagram AI's 50%. SQL Server Mobile Client PRO also leads on rating (4.3 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). ER Diagram AI's advantage is price (Free vs $59.99) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On 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

ER Diagram AI is free to download; SQL Server Mobile Client PRO costs $59.99 up front. ER Diagram AI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SQL Server Mobile Client PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQL Server Mobile Client PRO has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of SQL Server Mobile Client PRO's written reviews are positive against 50% of ER Diagram AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO ships an update every 5 weeks, ER Diagram AI fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO versus ER Diagram AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQL Server Mobile Client PROER Diagram AI
Price$59.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (7 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFilippo MaguoloYUKI TANAIKE

Customer experience

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ER Diagram AI

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ER Diagram AI

Subscriptions2
  • Simple ER Pro Version (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Simple ER Pro Version (Annual)$44.991 Year

Questions

Is SQL Server Mobile Client PRO free?
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO costs $59.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ER Diagram AI free?
ER Diagram AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SQL Server Mobile Client PRO or ER Diagram AI?
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO is rated higher. SQL Server Mobile Client PRO averages 4.3 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while ER Diagram AI averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SQL Server Mobile Client PRO or ER Diagram AI have ads?
Neither SQL Server Mobile Client PRO nor ER Diagram AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQL Server Mobile Client PRO or ER Diagram AI?
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO ships an update every 5 weeks, and ER Diagram AI fortnightly. Most recently, SQL Server Mobile Client PRO was updated on September 24, 2026 and ER Diagram AI on September 13, 2026.

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