Comparison

Schema vs Basepanel

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

Head to head
About

Schema

A mobile client for managing MySQL and PostgreSQL databases. Connect to various cloud providers and monitor your data without writing SQL. Ideal for developers and database administrators on the go.

Highlights
  • Connect to MySQL and PostgreSQL
  • Database management without SQL
  • Supports Supabase, Neon DB, PlanetScale, AWS
  • Monitor data
  • Leverage Supabase realtime features
  • Intuitive user experience
Features
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A simple MySQL and Postgres database client for iOS. Designed for easy database management. Connect effortlessly to MySQL and Postgres. Manage your database without writing SQL queries. Works with database providers like Supabase, Neon DB, PlanetScale, and AWS databases and others. Whether you’re an indie hacker building something new or a seasoned developer shipping at scale, Schema makes Postgres and MySQL access simple when you’re away from you desk.  With Schema, you can monitor your data, leverage built-in Supabase realtime features, and manage MySQL client or Postgres client workflows with ease. Works great with major database providers and is designed as a great companion app to Neon DB’s scalability, PlanetScale’s simplicity, or AWS databases’ power, Schema delivers a fast, intuitive experience for developers and database admins. Terms of Use: https://tryschema.com/support/terms-of-use Standard Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Basepanel

Manage your databases directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. This app presents data in a user-friendly card format, simplifying browsing and editing. It supports various cloud providers and local databases, with optional AI features for enhanced data interaction and query generation.

Highlights
  • Connect to cloud and local databases
  • Data presented as readable cards
  • Direct database editing and row addition
  • Custom dashboard creation
  • On-device AI for data generation and queries
  • Full SQL console access
  • Local-first privacy focus
Features
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Basepanel is a private, easy-to-use app for connecting to and managing your databases right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Instead of dense tables and raw query editors, Basepanel presents your data as clean, readable cards so you can browse, edit, and understand your data without the usual friction. Connect to the databases you already use Add a database in seconds. Basepanel supports popular cloud providers like Neon, Supabase, Turso, Cloudflare D1, Planetscale, Prisma Postgres, custom Postgres and MySQL setups, and you can also create or import a local SQLite database of your own. You provide your credentials, and Basepanel connects directly to your database with no middleman. A friendlier way to work with data - Tables are shown as cards you can tap to explore. - Rows open into a clean, organized view of every column. - Editing is straightforward, and you can preview the exact query before anything runs. - Adding new rows uses the same simple interface. - Build custom dashboards to surface the data that matters most to you. - A full SQL console is always available when you want direct control. Work smarter on supported devices On supported iPhone, iPad, and Mac models with Apple Intelligence, Basepanel uses Apple's built-in AI models to make your data easier to work with. Simply describe what you need in plain language to instantly generate complete, working databases. You can also leverage the AI to construct complex queries for your dashboards and SQL console, and automatically build custom views perfectly optimized for your data types. All of this runs on your device. On models without on-device AI, Basepanel falls back to sensible defaults so the core experience stays smooth and complete. Built for privacy Privacy is at the center of how Basepanel is designed. The app is local first. The only network connections it makes are direct calls to the databases you choose to connect. There is no telemetry, no analytics, and no external servers handling or storing your data. Your credentials and your data stay on your device and go only to the database you point them at. Own your data If you create or import a local SQLite database, you can export the file at any time, making it easy to back up your work or deploy it to the cloud when you're ready. Terms of Use: https://www.basepanel.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.basepanel.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Schema4 screens
Basepanel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Schema at every 2 days against Basepanel's every 2 weeks. Schema also leads on ratings volume (13 vs 2). Basepanel's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Schema sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Basepanel sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Basepanel holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Schema has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Schema ships an update every 2 days, Basepanel every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Schema versus Basepanel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSchemaBasepanel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (13 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllan GrinshteinPixel Framers

Customer experience

Schema

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative38.5%

Basepanel

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Schema

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly14 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Yearly14 Days trial$99.991 Year
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  • Yearly14 Days trial$199.991 Year
3 purchases

Basepanel

Subscriptions2
  • Basepanel Unlimited Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Basepanel Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Basepanel Unlimited Lifetime2 variants$49.99

Questions

Is Schema free?
Schema is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Basepanel free?
Basepanel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Schema or Basepanel?
Basepanel is rated higher. Schema averages 4.3 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Basepanel averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Schema or Basepanel have ads?
Neither Schema nor Basepanel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Schema or Basepanel?
Schema ships an update every 2 days, and Basepanel every 2 weeks. Most recently, Schema was updated on October 13, 2026 and Basepanel on October 18, 2026.

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