# SQLed vs DB Compass for Oracle database

The clearest difference is price: DB Compass for Oracle database at Free against SQLed's $1.99. DB Compass for Oracle database also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). SQLed's advantage is ratings volume (49 vs 2) and chart position (#58 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

DB Compass for Oracle database is free to download; SQLed costs $1.99 up front. SQLed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DB Compass for Oracle database sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DB Compass for Oracle database holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. 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.

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, DB Compass for Oracle database every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQLed | DB Compass for Oracle database |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.1 (49 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqled-sql-database-manager/id475312085/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/db-compass-for-oracle-database/id6736586001/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **49** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 61.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#58** | — |
| Size | 14 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andreas Zimnas](https://appshunter.io/developer/350841938) | [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717) |

## 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 |


### DB Compass for Oracle database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/db-compass-for-oracle-database/id6736586001)

Access and manage your Oracle database directly with a clean interface. Features include secure connections, data exploration, AI-assisted query composition, and ER diagram viewing. Supports data import/export and iCloud sync for scripts.

**Highlights:** Secure TLS/SSH connections, AI-assisted query composition, Data exploration and editing, ER Diagram Viewer, Import/Export in multiple formats, iCloud Sync for scripts

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $3.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQLed free?

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

### Is DB Compass for Oracle database free?

DB Compass for Oracle database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SQLed or DB Compass for Oracle database?

DB Compass for Oracle database is rated higher. SQLed averages 4.1 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while DB Compass for Oracle database averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SQLed or DB Compass for Oracle database have ads?

Neither SQLed nor DB Compass for Oracle database shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SQLed or DB Compass for Oracle database?

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, and DB Compass for Oracle database every 6 weeks. Most recently, SQLed was updated on September 23, 2026 and DB Compass for Oracle database on September 18, 2026.

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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.*