Comparison

SQLed vs LocalRock

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

LocalRock

Features
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Local-network client for robot vacuums: control, map, and onboard your robot through a self-hosted server instead of the robot cloud. Kotlin/Compose Multiplatform.

Screenshots

SQLed4 screens
LocalRock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LocalRock at Free against SQLed's $1.99. LocalRock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). SQLed's advantage is chart position (#62 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

LocalRock is free to download; SQLed costs $1.99 up front. SQLed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LocalRock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SQLed ships an update every 2 months, LocalRock fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
SQLed versus LocalRock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLedLocalRock
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (49 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings49 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#62 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.618.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas ZimnasSidon Kodraliu

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SQLed

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$0.99
None

LocalRock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SQLed free?
SQLed costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LocalRock free?
LocalRock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SQLed or LocalRock have ads?
Neither SQLed nor LocalRock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SQLed or LocalRock?
SQLed ships an update every 2 months, and LocalRock fortnightly. Most recently, SQLed was updated on November 6, 2026 and LocalRock on November 10, 2026.

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