Comparison

MySQL Commander for iPad vs Form Extractor

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

Head to head
About

MySQL Commander for iPad

A powerful iPad client for managing MySQL databases. It features an advanced SQL query editor with syntax highlighting, iCloud synchronization for saved queries, and the ability to view multiple queries and results simultaneously. Supports SSH tunneling and data export to common spreadsheet formats.

Highlights
  • Advanced SQL query editor with syntax highlighting
  • iCloud synchronization for saved queries
  • Simultaneous multi-query and multi-result view
  • Full SSH tunneling support
  • Data export to CSV, XML, and JSON
  • Split view support for multiple windows
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Powerful MySQL client for iPad Great SQL query editor with syntax highlighting and fast query editing Queries are saved across devices using iCloud Work with and see multiple SQL queries and results at the same time. You get to set how much space each query should have on the screen. Helps you generate advanced queries, but always lets you review before you execute them. Save favorite queries for later. And when you close MySQL Commander and later reopen it, your queries are exactly where you left them, ready to be replayed Open connections to different (or even the same) instance using multiple windows in split view Full SSH support - Authenticate either with certificates or passwords - Connect to either the database host you're tunnelling too, or to a database on a remote host the tunnel gives you access to Browse query results like you do in a spreadsheet Export data as CSV, XML and JSON to your favorite apps such as Apple Numbers or Microsoft Excel. Both light- and dark-mode support. Respects your text size preferences via Dynamic Text Your purchase includes all current features and all features that are provided during the next year. For features developed thereafter, an in-app purchase will become available.

About

Form Extractor

Scan documents, extract specific data, and build a database. Export your compiled information into multiple formats, including CSV for spreadsheet viewing. This app works offline, prioritizing your data privacy.

Highlights
  • Scan images and extract data
  • Create custom data templates
  • Build a local database
  • Export data in multiple formats (CSV)
  • Offline functionality
  • Data privacy focused
Features
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Did you ever need to manually type a compilation of data into a spreadsheet? Form Extractor allows you to scan images, extract specific data, build a database and export in multiple formats, including CSV to be viewed as a spreadsheet on compatible office programs. -- Easy to use Just create a template, specify the location and name of each data field and you're ready to scan -- Build your database & export Each time you scan images, captured data is added to a local database that can be easily exported in multiple formats -- Works offline Form Extractor works offline, using your device's capabilities to scan, store and export data without the need of an internet server in respect to your data privacy. Form Extractor is now available for all iOS devices!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MySQL Commander for iPad at 50% against Form Extractor's 0%. MySQL Commander for iPad also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Form Extractor's advantage is price (Free vs $6.99) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). On ads 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

Form Extractor is free to download; MySQL Commander for iPad costs $6.99 up front. Form Extractor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MySQL Commander for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MySQL Commander for iPad holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of MySQL Commander for iPad's written reviews are positive against 0% of Form Extractor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MySQL Commander for iPad ships an update every 5 weeks, Form Extractor weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
MySQL Commander for iPad versus Form Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMySQL Commander for iPadForm Extractor
Price$6.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.8 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings312 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNiklas SaersArthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.

Customer experience

MySQL Commander for iPad

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Form Extractor

All ratings11 ratings
Positive54.5%
Neutral27.3%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

MySQL Commander for iPad

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Form Extractor

One-time1
  • Form Extractor Premium$3.99

Questions

Is MySQL Commander for iPad free?
MySQL Commander for iPad costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Form Extractor free?
Form Extractor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MySQL Commander for iPad or Form Extractor?
MySQL Commander for iPad is rated higher. MySQL Commander for iPad averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Form Extractor averages 3.8 from 12 ratings.
Do MySQL Commander for iPad or Form Extractor have ads?
Neither MySQL Commander for iPad nor Form Extractor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MySQL Commander for iPad or Form Extractor?
MySQL Commander for iPad ships an update every 5 weeks, and Form Extractor weekly. Most recently, MySQL Commander for iPad was updated on October 10, 2026 and Form Extractor on October 25, 2026.

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