# SQL Forge vs HiSQL

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SQL Forge at none against HiSQL's 2. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HiSQL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. SQL Forge asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SQL Forge against 5.0 for HiSQL. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SQL Forge | HiSQL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-forge/id6753661321/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hisql/id6753840035/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eloy Urbina Mendez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1844236732) | [丹 姜](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845040567) |

## What reviewers say

### SQL Forge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sql-forge/id6753661321)

A modern SQL client for developers and database administrators to connect to MySQL or MariaDB servers. It offers a smart query editor, result visualization, and secure connection management for efficient data handling.

**Highlights:** Multiple server connections, Smart query editor with syntax highlighting, Table result viewer with export, SSH tunneling and SSL support, Query history and favorites

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### HiSQL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hisql/id6753840035)

Connect to and manage MySQL databases from your mobile device. Perform CRUD operations, utilize SSH tunneling, and enjoy smart SQL formatting. An optional Pro version unlocks advanced features like multiple connections and data export.

**Highlights:** CRUD operations on MySQL, SSH tunneling, SSL connection option, IntelliSense and SQL formatting, Execution plan visualization, iCloud Sync for profiles, Data export to CSV, JSON, SQL

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Pro (Annual) | $6.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SQL Forge free?

SQL Forge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is HiSQL free?

HiSQL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SQL Forge or HiSQL?

SQL Forge and HiSQL are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do SQL Forge or HiSQL have ads?

Neither SQL Forge nor HiSQL shows ads.

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