Comparison

SQLed vs Technicode

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

Technicode

Features
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Technicode is a very fast, indexed representation of the official Unicode database. It contains over 39,000 Unicode characters, their symbols, numerical codes, names, version numbers, and descriptions. You can search by glyph, by approximate name, by version number, or by the numerical UTF-8 code. The clipboard holds an unlimited number of glyphs and codes. Tap a glyph or its code to add it to the clipboard, then paste the collected glyphs into another app on your device. There is comprehensive online help built into the app which describes every feature in detail. Universal app runs on both iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

SQLed4 screens
Technicode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Technicode at none against SQLed's 1. Technicode also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99). SQLed's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months) and chart position (#62 vs unranked). 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 Technicode $0.99 up front. SQLed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Technicode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, Technicode every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
SQLed versus Technicode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLedTechnicode
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.1 (49 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings49 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#62 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas ZimnasJim Haungs

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SQLed

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$0.99
None

Technicode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SQLed free?
SQLed costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Technicode free?
Technicode costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do SQLed or Technicode have ads?
Neither SQLed nor Technicode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQLed or Technicode?
SQLed ships an update every 2 months, and Technicode every 8 months. Most recently, SQLed was updated on September 23, 2026 and Technicode on September 12, 2026.

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