Comparison

PG Orbit vs Sastio

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Sastio

Connect with skilled developers to bring your app idea to life. Submit your project details, budget, and requirements to get matched with suitable professionals. Track progress and manage multiple app ideas easily.

Highlights
  • Submit and describe app ideas
  • Provide development budget estimates
  • Match with suitable developers
  • Schedule developer meetings
  • Track app idea progress
  • Organize multiple app ideas
Features
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Sastio makes it easier to turn an app idea into a real product. Whether you’re an individual with a new idea, a startup, or a company looking to build an application, Sastio helps connect you with developers who have the skills your project needs. Simply submit your app idea, describe what you want to build, provide your project details and budget, and Sastio will use that information to help match you with a suitable developer. With Sastio, you can: • Submit and describe your app idea • Provide your estimated monthly development budget • Get matched with developers based on your project requirements • Schedule a meeting with an interested developer • Track the progress of your submitted app ideas • Manage your contact and profile information • Keep multiple app ideas organized in one place Our developer network includes professionals with different backgrounds, specialties, and technical skill sets. This allows Sastio to connect projects with developers who are better suited for the type of application being created. From the first idea to your first development meeting, Sastio gives you a simple way to start bringing your app to life.

Screenshots

PG Orbit4 screens
Sastio3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sastio at none against PG Orbit's 3. PG Orbit's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support 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. PG Orbit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Sastio asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PG Orbit against 5.0 for Sastio. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PG Orbit versus Sastio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPG OrbitSastio
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB18 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAcrogenesis LLCWAVbot LLC

Customer experience

PG Orbit

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Sastio

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

PG Orbit

Subscriptions2
  • PG Orbit Sync Monthly$1.991 Month
  • PG Orbit Sync Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • PG Orbit Premium Features$9.99
None

Sastio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PG Orbit free?
PG Orbit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sastio free?
Sastio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PG Orbit or Sastio?
PG Orbit and Sastio are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do PG Orbit or Sastio have ads?
Sastio shows ads; PG Orbit does not.

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