HiSQL vs Octo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HiSQL
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.
- 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
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Basic Features (Free): • Perform CRUD operations on MySQL databases. • Built-in SSH tunneling with password or key authentication. • Optional SSL connection for enhanced security. • Smart IntelliSense and SQL formatting. • Explain and visualize execution plans. • Light and dark themes for comfortable use. • iCloud Sync for your connection profiles. Pro Features (with in-app purchase): • Manage multiple MySQL connections. • Export query results to CSV, JSON, and SQL formats. • Access advanced syntax highlighting themes for SQL scripts. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/hisql-privacy-policy
Octo
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Octo는 여러 데이터베이스를 하나의 앱에서 탐색하고 관리할 수 있는 네이티브 DB 클라이언트입니다. PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Redis, Elasticsearch를 지원하며, 연결 관리부터 데이터 조회, 쿼리 실행까지 한 곳에서 처리할 수 있습니다. 주요 기능 • PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Redis, Elasticsearch 연결 • 데이터베이스, 테이블, 인덱스, 키 탐색 • SQL 쿼리 실행 및 결과 확인 • Redis 키 조회 및 명령 실행 • Elasticsearch 인덱스 탐색 및 검색 결과 확인 • 쿼리 히스토리 저장 • 앱 내 언어 변경 지원 • Apple 기기 환경에 맞춘 네이티브 인터페이스 Octo는 개발자가 운영하는 별도 서버로 사용자 데이터를 수집하지 않습니다. 사용자는 자신이 직접 등록한 데이터베이스와 통신하여 데이터를 조회하고 관리합니다.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Octo at none against HiSQL's 2. Octo also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). HiSQL's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. HiSQL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Octo asks for nothing beyond the download.
HiSQL ships an update every 2 weeks, Octo weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HiSQL | Octo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 丹 姜 | TaeHwan Kim |
In-app purchases
HiSQL
- Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pro (Annual)3 Days trial$6.991 Year
Octo
No in-app purchases
