PG Orbit vs Tablewright
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PG Orbit
This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful PostgreSQL client. It offers secure database access on the go with features like browsing, querying, table design, and secure connection options. Premium features unlock write operations, CSV export, and advanced SQL capabilities.
- Browse and query PostgreSQL databases
- Secure SSL/TLS and SSH tunneling
- Table designer and schema explorer
- Interactive data viewing and cell editing
- Cloud database discovery
- SQL editor with syntax support
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A real PostgreSQL client on your phone. Browse schemas, run queries, and fix data from your iPhone or iPad with PG Orbit — the PostgreSQL client built for developers, DBAs, and data professionals who get paged away from their desk. NEW IN 2.0: SYNC ACROSS DEVICES • One account — Sign in with Apple, Google, or an email code • Connections and saved queries follow you to every device, including the new Mac app • Passwords, SSH keys, and passphrases NEVER sync — they stay in your device's keychain • Query history sync is opt-in and off by default • Desktop-class workspace on iPad: pinned sidebar, object tabs and SQL tabs, keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+T, Cmd+1–9) FREE FEATURES: • Browse & Query — explore tables and views, run SELECT queries with advanced filtering • Advanced Filtering — multi-column filters with AND/OR logic and custom operators • Schema Explorer — databases, tables, views, materialized views, functions, and sequences; works on hardened hosts like Heroku shared plans • SQL Editor — real autocomplete with schema context, find & replace, comment toggle, saved queries, and history with favorites • Secure Connections — SSL/TLS (Require and Verify-Full with client certificates) and SSH tunneling • SSH Key Management — import and store RSA and Ed25519 private keys with passphrase support, or generate an RSA key on device • Multiple Connections — connect to and manage several databases at once • Cloud Discovery — sign in to AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, DigitalOcean, Linode, or Supabase and import your instances with one tap PREMIUM ($9.99, ONE-TIME — YOURS FOREVER): • Write Operations — INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, CREATE, ALTER, DROP • In-Place Editing — edit cells directly with a tap, set NULL, insert and delete rows • Visual Table Designer — modify table structure with a preview of the exact DDL before it runs • CSV Export — export query results and table data with progress tracking • Sequence Management — inspect and update sequences easily SYNC (OPTIONAL SUBSCRIPTION): • $1.99/month or $14.99/year, auto-renewing — cancel anytime in the App Store • Syncs connection settings and saved queries; secrets never leave your device • Delete your account (and all synced data) from settings at any time SECURITY FIRST: • Biometric protection with Face ID or Touch ID, and auto-lock on app switch • Credentials stored in the iOS Keychain with industry-standard encryption • Your queries run directly from your device to your database — table data never passes through our servers PERFECT FOR: • DBAs managing PostgreSQL remotely • Developers debugging production from anywhere • DevOps engineers who live behind SSH bastions • Data analysts exploring and exporting datasets • Students learning SQL Free forever for read-only. Premium is $9.99, once.
Tablewright
A native PostgreSQL client for mobile devices, allowing secure connections to servers for data browsing, schema inspection, and query execution. Unlock advanced features like data editing and query saving with a one-time purchase.
- Secure PostgreSQL connections
- Data browsing and filtering
- Schema inspection
- SQL query writing
- Direct data editing
- Query saving and organization
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The professional PostgreSQL client for mobile. Tablewright Postgres is the native database tool developers have been waiting for. Connect to your PostgreSQL servers from anywhere — check production data, run queries, manage tables — all from your iPhone or iPad. CONNECT SECURELY • Direct PostgreSQL connections with SSL encryption • SSH tunnel support through bastion hosts • Password or private key authentication • Face ID / Touch ID protection for sensitive connections • Multiple saved connections with custom accent colors BROWSE YOUR DATA • View all tables with row counts at a glance • Sort, filter, and paginate through any table • Tap rows to see complete details • Navigate foreign key relationships instantly • System tables accessible when you need them INSPECT YOUR SCHEMA • View columns, types, and constraints • Browse indexes with unique/partial indicators • See foreign key definitions and relationships • Copy column definitions PRO FEATURES Unlock the full toolkit with a one-time purchase: • Write SQL queries with syntax highlighting • Edit data directly — insert, update, delete rows • Create and modify table schemas • Smart foreign key picker for relationships • Export results as CSV or JSON • Save and organize your favorite queries BUILT FOR PROFESSIONALS • Native SwiftUI — fast and fluid on all devices • iPad optimized with sidebar navigation • Read-only mode to prevent accidental changes • No account required — credentials stored in Keychain • Works with any PostgreSQL-compatible database • Supports Neon, Supabase, RDS, and self-hosted PERFECT FOR • Backend developers checking production data • DevOps engineers troubleshooting issues • Database administrators on the go • Startup founders monitoring their data • Anyone who needs PostgreSQL access from mobile One purchase. No subscription. Your database, anywhere.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PG Orbit at fortnightly against Tablewright's every 6 months. PG Orbit also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, 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. PG Orbit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tablewright sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PG Orbit against 5.0 for Tablewright. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
PG Orbit ships an update fortnightly, Tablewright every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PG Orbit | Tablewright |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Acrogenesis LLC | ROBERT BARRETT LAUNIUS |
Customer experience
PG Orbit
Tablewright
In-app purchases
PG Orbit
- PG Orbit Premium Features$9.99
Tablewright
- Tablewright Pro$9.99





