Comparison

SQL Forge vs SQLite Extractor

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

Head to head
About

SQL Forge

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
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SQL Forge is a modern SQL client designed for developers, database administrators, and data enthusiasts who work with MySQL or MariaDB. Easily connect to multiple servers, run queries, visualize results, and manage your data in a clean and intuitive interface. Key Features: - Quick Connections: Save and manage multiple MySQL/MariaDB connections securely. - Smart Query Editor: Syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and error insights for faster querying. - Result Viewer: View query results in table format with filtering and export options (CSV, JSON, etc.). - Connection Management: Support for SSH tunneling, SSL certificates, and environment presets. - History & Favorites: Keep track of executed queries and save your most-used commands. SQL Forge helps you work faster, safer, and smarter with your databases — whether you’re debugging a production issue or analyzing data on the go.

About

SQLite Extractor

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SQLite Extractor is a professional mobile tool for inspecting SQLite database files on your iPhone or iPad. Import .db, .sqlite, WAL files, or ZIP archives and explore your data with a clean, focused interface — without sending anything to the cloud. IMPORT & INSPECT • Open SQLite database files from Files, iCloud Drive, or other apps • Support for WAL (Write-Ahead Log) recovery when a database is incomplete • Import ZIP archives containing database files • Browse every table with paginated row views and column search • Inspect individual rows in a detailed inspector panel EXTRACT INSIGHTS • Automatically find URLs and web links stored in your tables • Discover map coordinates and location data embedded in cells or JSON • Parse JSON payloads from profile and settings columns • Open extracted links and locations in Safari or Maps with one tap • Save and bookmark map locations for quick reference SQL TERMINAL • Run custom SELECT queries against open databases • View query results in a structured table • Built-in sample queries to get started quickly TRY BEFORE YOU IMPORT • Explore every feature instantly with the bundled sample database • No account required — tap "Try sample database" on the home screen PRIVACY FIRST • All processing happens locally on your device • No analytics, ads, accounts, or tracking • Imported files are stored temporarily and removed when you close the database • Full privacy policy available in-app under About & Privacy WHO IT'S FOR Developers debugging local databases, IT professionals inspecting app data, researchers working with SQLite exports, and anyone who needs to understand what's inside a SQLite file on mobile. Use SQLite Extractor only with data you own or have explicit permission to inspect.

Screenshots

SQL Forge4 screens
SQLite Extractor4 screens

Verdict

The call

SQL Forge and SQLite Extractor are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SQL Forge versus SQLite Extractor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQL ForgeSQLite Extractor
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEloy Urbina MendezWAYUI MOBILIT GK

In-app purchases

None

SQL Forge

No in-app purchases

None

SQLite Extractor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SQL Forge free?
SQL Forge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SQLite Extractor free?
SQLite Extractor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SQL Forge or SQLite Extractor have ads?
Neither SQL Forge nor SQLite Extractor shows ads.

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