Source Files vs SQL Multi Studio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Source Files
Access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab, and BitBucket directly from your file manager without cloning. Edit large repositories in seconds using REST APIs, with support for automation and file uploads. Offers a free tier for single servers and a Pro Unlock for multiple servers.
- Direct file access via Finder/Files app
- Edit files in favorite apps
- REST API for fast access
- Supports GitHub, GitLab, Gitea, BitBucket
- Shortcuts automation support
- File uploads via services menu
Read full descriptionHide full description
Source Files is a faster way to access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab and BitBucket from the Finder and Files app without having to clone repositories or commit changes. Using REST APIs instead of the traditional Git protocol you will be editing files in even the largest repositories in seconds: • Drag a repository URL to the Files app • Browse the directory that immediately appears • Open and Edit files in your favorite app Source Files is file oriented and making edits to 3 different files will result in 3 commits. It is possible to configure the app to work in a branch where a messy commit history is acceptable and merge changes back using pull requests. Consider using traditional Git clients like Working Copy or Tower for projects that need a tidy commit history in all branches. There is rich support for automation with Shortcuts actions to List, Download, Upload and Move files. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Source Files is restricted by GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket API quotas that depend on your account privileges.
SQL Multi Studio
Read full descriptionHide full description
SQL Multi Studio is a full database client for iPhone and iPad. FREE • PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB and SQLite • SQL editor with syntax highlighting, autocomplete, formatter and linter • Object explorer: tables, views, procedures, triggers, columns, keys, indexes • Edit data inline, in a form, or in bulk — with SQL preview before every change • Charts (line, bar, pie) and CSV export • Query history, snippets, pinned queries and table notes • Face ID / Touch ID lock, connection health monitor • Safe Mode: read-only per connection PRO (one-time purchase, no subscription) • Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL and Oracle • Multiple servers open at once, unlimited saved connections, SSH tunnel • Rollback for INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE, Excel/JSON export, CSV import, auto refresh • Analysis tools: ER Diagram, Index Advisor, Schema Compare, Table Space, Global Search, Slow Query Log, Migration Runner, Data Generator, REST API and Mock Data generators, Cross-server Query, Query Alerts with notifications Everything runs on your device. Your credentials are stored in the iOS Keychain and your data never goes through any server of ours. New users get a free 14-day PRO trial.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SQL Multi Studio at 16.0 against Source Files's 18.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Source Files sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and SQL Multi Studio sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Source Files ships an update weekly, SQL Multi Studio every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Source Files | SQL Multi Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (30 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 30 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anders Borum ApS | Randa Ihsan |
In-app purchases
Source Files
- Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
- Lifetime Source Pro$23.99
- Lifetime Source Pro$24.99
SQL Multi Studio
- 14-day PRO TrialFree
- PRO (Lifetime)$24.99
Questions
Is Source Files free?
Is SQL Multi Studio free?
Do Source Files or SQL Multi Studio have ads?
Which is updated more often, Source Files or SQL Multi Studio?
Other comparisons















