# SQLed vs DNS Client

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DNS Client at none against SQLed's 1. DNS Client also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

SQLed costs $1.99 and DNS Client $0.99 up front. SQLed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DNS Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

DNS Client holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49 and 146 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of SQLed's written reviews are positive against 64% of DNS Client's.

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, DNS Client every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQLed | DNS Client |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [4.1 (49 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqled-sql-database-manager/id475312085/reviews) | **[4.5 (146 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-client-lookup-and-query/id1517487743/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 49 | **146** |
| Positive reviews | 61.0% of reviews | **63.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#63** | #66 |
| Size | 14 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andreas Zimnas](https://appshunter.io/developer/350841938) | [Sergii Kryvoblotskyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451846243) |

## What reviewers say

### SQLed

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

**Currently charting:** #63 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 |


### DNS Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dns-client-lookup-and-query/id1517487743)

**Currently charting:** #66 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Debug Domain Name Servers with this networking tool. Create human-readable requests and interpret responses. Supports all known DNS query types and multiple protocols including DNS over UDP, HTTPs, and TLS.

**Highlights:** Debug Domain Name Servers, Create human-readable requests, Interpret DNS responses, Supports all DNS query types, DNS over UDP, DNS over HTTPs, DNS over TLS

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQLed free?

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

### Is DNS Client free?

DNS Client costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SQLed or DNS Client?

DNS Client is rated higher. SQLed averages 4.1 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while DNS Client averages 4.5 from 146 ratings.

### Do SQLed or DNS Client have ads?

Neither SQLed nor DNS Client shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SQLed or DNS Client?

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, and DNS Client every 3 weeks. Most recently, SQLed was updated on October 11, 2026 and DNS Client on October 11, 2026.

### Which is more popular, SQLed or DNS Client?

SQLed currently peaks at #63 in the App Store charts, and DNS Client at #66. 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.*