Comparison

SQLed vs SQL Server Mobile Client PRO

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

Head to head
About

SQLed

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
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SQLed – Powerful SQLite Database Manager Your database toolkit – anytime, anywhere. SQLed brings the full power of SQLite to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Whether you're a developer, DBA, teacher, or student, SQLed gives you a fast, intuitive, and feature-rich way to work with databases on the go. Key Features: ▸ Project-Based Organization Easily manage multiple databases by grouping them into projects for better structure and productivity. ▸ Full SQLite Support Create, edit, and delete tables, views, indexes, and triggers. Automatically generate and export DDL scripts with a tap. ▸ Smart SQL Editor Write and execute SQL with syntax highlighting, predefined snippets, error notifications, and query-by-query execution. ▸ Intuitive Table Data Viewer Browse, search, edit, and sort table data. Import from and export to CSV files with ease. ▸ Import & Export Made Simple Move projects, databases, scripts, and CSVs via email, iTunes, or your favorite cloud storage providers. ▸ Offline SQL Reference Never get stuck—consult the built-in reference even without an internet connection. ▸ Designed for Productivity Use drag-and-drop to move data, benefit from powerful swipe gestures, and enjoy a UI optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPad Pro. ▸ Security First Protect your databases with passcode lock and benefit from auto-generated backups every time you open the app. Why SQLed? •Built for developers, students, and educators •Perfect for working with test or production SQLite databases •iOS 18 ready with full support for modern devices •Lightweight, fast, and beautifully minimal Take your database workflow mobile with SQLed—the must-have SQLite manager for iOS.

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

Screenshots

SQLed4 screens
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SQLed at $1.99 against SQL Server Mobile Client PRO's $59.99. SQLed also leads on chart position (#58 vs unranked) and ratings volume (49 vs 7). SQL Server Mobile Client PRO's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 61%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SQLed costs $1.99 and SQL Server Mobile Client PRO $59.99 up front. SQLed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SQLed has 49 ratings behind it against 7, 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 100% of SQL Server Mobile Client PRO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, SQL Server Mobile Client PRO every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
SQLed versus SQL Server Mobile Client PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLedSQL Server Mobile Client PRO
Price$1.99 — better$59.99
Rating4.1 (49 ratings)4.3 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings49 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#58 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB129 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas ZimnasFilippo Maguolo

Customer experience

SQLed

All ratings49 ratings
Positive77.6%
Neutral6.1%
Negative16.3%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive61.0%
Neutral10.4%
Negative28.6%

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO

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

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SQLed

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$0.99
None

SQL Server Mobile Client PRO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SQLed free?
SQLed costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is SQL Server Mobile Client PRO free?
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO costs $59.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SQLed or SQL Server Mobile Client PRO?
SQL Server Mobile Client PRO is rated higher. SQLed averages 4.1 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while SQL Server Mobile Client PRO averages 4.3 from 7 ratings.
Do SQLed or SQL Server Mobile Client PRO have ads?
Neither SQLed nor SQL Server Mobile Client PRO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQLed or SQL Server Mobile Client PRO?
SQLed ships an update every 2 months, and SQL Server Mobile Client PRO every 5 weeks. Most recently, SQLed was updated on September 23, 2026 and SQL Server Mobile Client PRO on September 24, 2026.

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