Comparison

Source Files vs SQL Multi Studio

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

SQL Multi Studio

Features
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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

Source Files4 screens
SQL Multi Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Source Files versus SQL Multi Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSource FilesSQL Multi Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnders Borum ApSRanda Ihsan

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Source Files

Subscriptions1
  • Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Source Pro$23.99
  • Lifetime Source Pro$24.99
2 purchases

SQL Multi Studio

One-time2
  • 14-day PRO TrialFree
  • PRO (Lifetime)$24.99

Questions

Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SQL Multi Studio free?
SQL Multi Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Source Files or SQL Multi Studio have ads?
Neither Source Files nor SQL Multi Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Source Files or SQL Multi Studio?
Source Files ships an update weekly, and SQL Multi Studio every 5 days. Most recently, Source Files was updated on October 11, 2026 and SQL Multi Studio on October 7, 2026.

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