# SQLed vs SQLite database client

The clearest difference is price: SQLite database client at Free against SQLed's $1.99. SQLite database client also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). SQLed's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (49 vs 2). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

SQLite database client is free to download; SQLed costs $1.99 up front. SQLed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SQLite database client sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SQLed holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQLed has 49 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of SQLed's written reviews are positive against 50% of SQLite database client's.

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, SQLite database client every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQLed | SQLite database client |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.1 (49 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqled-sql-database-manager/id475312085/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqlite-database-client/id1448366032/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **49** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **61.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#58** | #111 |
| Size | 14 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andreas Zimnas](https://appshunter.io/developer/350841938) | [Hankinsoft Development Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/305178629) |

## What reviewers say

### SQLed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqled-sql-database-manager/id475312085)

**Currently charting:** #58 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app is a powerful SQLite database manager for iOS devices. It allows developers, students, and educators to create, edit, and manage SQLite databases on the go with a smart SQL editor and intuitive data viewer. Organize projects, import/export data, and access an offline SQL reference for enhanced productivity.

**Highlights:** Project-based database organization, Full SQLite support (create, edit, delete), Smart SQL editor with syntax highlighting, Intuitive table data viewer and editor, Import/export data and projects, Offline SQL reference guide, Security features with passcode lock

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy me a coffee | $0.99 | one-time |


### SQLite database client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqlite-database-client/id1448366032)

**Currently charting:** #111 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A premium client for managing SQLite and core data databases. Offers intelligent SQL autocompletion, syntax highlighting, and a tabbed interface for an optimal user experience. Execute multiple queries and access database navigation with ease.

**Highlights:** Intellisense/SQL autocompletion, Syntax highlighting with customizable themes, Tabbed interface for optimal user experience, Context-aware database tree navigation, Query history, Execute multiple queries simultaneously

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SQLPro Premium (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| SQLPro Premium (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQLed free?

SQLed costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is SQLite database client free?

SQLite database client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SQLed or SQLite database client?

SQLed is rated higher. SQLed averages 4.1 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while SQLite database client averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SQLed or SQLite database client have ads?

Neither SQLed nor SQLite database client shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SQLed or SQLite database client?

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, and SQLite database client every 3 weeks. Most recently, SQLed was updated on September 23, 2026 and SQLite database client on September 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, SQLed or SQLite database client?

SQLed currently peaks at #58 in the App Store charts, and SQLite database client at #111. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*