SQL Play vs Basepanel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SQL Play
Learn and practice SQL directly on your phone without installing complex software. This app provides built-in tables and over 45 syntaxes with examples to help you master SQL queries. It supports dark mode and allows data export to CSV.
- SQL runner on mobile
- 10+ inbuilt practice tables
- 45+ SQL syntaxes with examples
- DDL, DML, DQL support
- Dark mode theme
- Export data to CSV
- Query history and auto-complete
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Learning and Practicing SQL couldn't be Easier! Presenting you with a beautiful SQL Runner App for all your devices - SQL Play. Say goodbye to installing heavy software like MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server on your computers, just to get SQL running. You don't have to spend hours figuring out what commands to type: - Just to write a simple SELECT query - How to use the WHERE clause - Group data using HAVING clause - What are the data types to be used - And many more Guess what? You don't even need to make your own tables and insert bunch of data by yourself just to test your queries. We already have 10+ inbuilt tables just for you to get your hands dirty with SQL faster than ever. It includes: Albums, Artists, Customers, Employees, Genres, Invoices and more. You get 45+ syntaxes along with their description and easy-to-follow examples in order of their execution, which will guide you firsthand. You don't have to keep scrolling for the commands, you can simply start typing your command and the desired command with syntax will show up. It covers DDL (Data definition language), DML (Data manipulation language) and DQL (Data query language) If you prefer dark mode we have got you covered, SQL Play theme matches your system theme. So that your eyes get the deserved rest. You are not tied to our app with your data, you can export any of your tables into CSV (Comma separated values) using the Export Data feature. Your data goes with you, whether it be Excel, Google Sheets or any other spreadsheet editor or the database of your choice. /// Go down the memory lane Every time you run your query, it gets saved locally in your device which can be accessed by pressing the Up and Down arrow button. You also get auto-complete from history as you type your query, so that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. TLDR; Saves you a lot of time Popular SQL supported databases: • IBM DB2 • MySQL • Oracle DB • PostgreSQL • SQLite • SQL Server • Sybase • OpenEdge SQL • Snowflake
Basepanel
Manage your databases directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. This app presents data in a user-friendly card format, simplifying browsing and editing. It supports various cloud providers and local databases, with optional AI features for enhanced data interaction and query generation.
- Connect to cloud and local databases
- Data presented as readable cards
- Direct database editing and row addition
- Custom dashboard creation
- On-device AI for data generation and queries
- Full SQL console access
- Local-first privacy focus
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Basepanel is a private, easy-to-use app for connecting to and managing your databases right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Instead of dense tables and raw query editors, Basepanel presents your data as clean, readable cards so you can browse, edit, and understand your data without the usual friction. Connect to the databases you already use Add a database in seconds. Basepanel supports popular cloud providers like Neon, Supabase, Turso, Cloudflare D1, Planetscale, Prisma Postgres, custom Postgres and MySQL setups, and you can also create or import a local SQLite database of your own. You provide your credentials, and Basepanel connects directly to your database with no middleman. A friendlier way to work with data - Tables are shown as cards you can tap to explore. - Rows open into a clean, organized view of every column. - Editing is straightforward, and you can preview the exact query before anything runs. - Adding new rows uses the same simple interface. - Build custom dashboards to surface the data that matters most to you. - A full SQL console is always available when you want direct control. Work smarter on supported devices On supported iPhone, iPad, and Mac models with Apple Intelligence, Basepanel uses Apple's built-in AI models to make your data easier to work with. Simply describe what you need in plain language to instantly generate complete, working databases. You can also leverage the AI to construct complex queries for your dashboards and SQL console, and automatically build custom views perfectly optimized for your data types. All of this runs on your device. On models without on-device AI, Basepanel falls back to sensible defaults so the core experience stays smooth and complete. Built for privacy Privacy is at the center of how Basepanel is designed. The app is local first. The only network connections it makes are direct calls to the databases you choose to connect. There is no telemetry, no analytics, and no external servers handling or storing your data. Your credentials and your data stay on your device and go only to the database you point them at. Own your data If you create or import a local SQLite database, you can export the file at any time, making it easy to back up your work or deploy it to the cloud when you're ready. Terms of Use: https://www.basepanel.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.basepanel.com/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Basepanel at 4.5 against SQL Play's 3.4. Basepanel also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). SQL Play's advantage is ratings volume (38 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. SQL Play sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Basepanel sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Basepanel holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQL Play has 38 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
SQL Play ships an update every 3 months, Basepanel monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SQL Play | Basepanel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (38 ratings) | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 76.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 38 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 85 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shivam Kumar | Pixel Framers |
Customer experience
SQL Play
Basepanel
Bugs and requests
SQL Play
Reported bugs
16 issues- Items smushed together on download
- Syntax errors on first launch
- Query box does not clear
- Errors near SELECT even with correct query
- Cannot open pro even after activation
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- Command window does not accept indentations
- Learn button absent
- App cannot be deleted
- App does not work properly for queries
- App got stuck with pinwheel of death
- Not up to date with current version of SQL
- App doesn't display code output
- Paywall nag after going unlimited
- Date input bug (adds up years)
- Tables displayed not correctly
- Table won't show if not in typing mode on iPhone 7
Requested features
6 requests- Solid update required
- Hire better iOS developers
- Show databases function
- Show tables function
- Add 'desc' command
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- Add 'rename' command
Basepanel
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SQL Play
- SQL Play Premium$9.99
Basepanel
- Basepanel Unlimited Monthly$3.991 Month
- Basepanel Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Basepanel Unlimited Lifetime$4.99
- Basepanel Unlimited Lifetime$49.99









