SQL Primer vs SQL Programming Guide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SQL Primer
Learn about relational algebra and SQL query language through sample queries, results, and descriptions. This app is suitable for beginners exploring databases or experienced users transitioning to SQL92.
- SQL92 and SQL86/89 sample queries
- Query results display
- Query descriptions
- SQL test script display
- Introduction to database concepts
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1970 E.F. Codd has started a revolution with his paper 'A relational model of data for large shared data banks, Communications of the ACM, Volume 13, Issue 6 (June 1970)' that finally led to the today's omnipresent database query language SQL. This little app shows some primitive and derived operations with the following information: * SQL92 and SQL86/89 sample queries, * the results of the queries and * appropriate descriptions. Furthermore the SQL test script that has been used for the calculation of the samples can be displayed. The app is interesting for the first contact with the database subject and for all who are using SQL86/89 queries for over two decades now and finally want to change to SQL92 also ;)
SQL Programming Guide
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Learn SQL Quickly and Easily! SQL Programming is the ultimate learning tool for mastering SQL and core database concepts from the ground up. Designed for beginners, this app provides clear, step-by-step tutorials across four major SQL database systems: • MySQL • PostgreSQL • MSSQL • Oracle Choose your preferred SQL dialect to personalize your learning journey. Whether you're brand new to databases or brushing up on your skills, this app makes SQL simple and accessible. Why Choose SQL Programming app? • Beginner-Friendly – No prior programming or database knowledge required • Multi-Platform Learning – Learn syntax and features unique to MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and Oracle • Interactive Quizzes – Reinforce concepts and prepare for coding interviews, tests, and exams • Smart Learning Tools – Save favorite topics and use full-text search to find what you need fast • Multilingual Support – Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish • Regular Updates – New content and quiz questions added with every version Comprehensive Topics Include: • Introduction to Databases • SQL Basics & Data Types • Creating & Modifying Tables • Inserting, Updating & Deleting Data • Querying with SELECT • Filtering & Sorting Data • String & Math Functions • Aggregates & Grouping • SQL Joins & Subqueries • Views, Indexes & Constraints • Transactions & Triggers • Stored Procedures & Window Functions • Cascade Actions Whether you're preparing for a job interview, studying for an exam, or learning SQL for the first time, SQL Programming is your go-to SQL learning companion.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SQL Programming Guide at every 2 months against SQL Primer's every 27 months. SQL Primer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SQL Primer ships an update every 27 months, SQL Programming Guide every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SQL Primer | SQL Programming Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (20 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 79.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 20 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 27 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Dr. Ralph Heider | ALG Software Lab |
In-app purchases
SQL Primer
No in-app purchases
SQL Programming Guide
No in-app purchases
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