HiSQL vs MySQL Helper
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
MySQL Helper
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MySQL Helper is a MySQL database manager, table-data viewer, and SQL query tool. Connect to MySQL directly or through an SSH tunnel. On iPhone and iPad, browse databases and tables, inspect schema, edit data, run SQL, export results, and reuse scripts. Key features: · MySQL connections: host, port, user name, password, default database, development/staging/production · SSH tunnels: password authentication, private-key authentication, bastion hosts, tunnel testing · Database browser: databases, tables, views, table counts, character sets, collations · Tables and views: search, sort, pin, hide locally, restore · Table schema: columns, types, lengths, nullability, defaults, comments, primary keys, auto increment · Schema details: constraints, foreign keys, indexes, composite indexes, statistics, DDL · Table data: pagination, horizontal grid, frozen headers, cell selection · Data actions: sorting, filters, multiple conditions, copy, edit, delete, change preview · Data export: query results, table data, CSV export, system sharing · SQL Workspace: syntax highlighting, current statement, selected SQL, all SQL, query results · SQL productivity: workspaces, snippets, query history, snippet editing, quick reuse · Preferences: display language, dark mode, open tables as data or structure Great for: · Remote MySQL connections · Development, testing, and staging investigation · Production-data verification · Table schema, index, foreign-key, and DDL checks · Mobile SQL queries and result export · Reusable SQL script management Please use care with production databases. Confirm the active connection, filters, and pending SQL before running insert, update, or delete operations. If you have any questions about the app, or requests for features you would like to see, just write a short review or use the button inside the app to contact me. Get more support on https://www.whalesgrowth.top MySQLHelper Pro Subscriptions You can subscribe for MySQLHelper Pro Subscriptions to all features and content offered for purchase within the app. MySQLHelper Pro offers subscriptions. The subscription prices are: (i) Monthly Subscription ($4.99 / Month) (ii) Yearly Subscription ($24.99 / Year) Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. The prices are in US dollars. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Our app is functional without purchasing an Auto-Renewable subscription, and you can use all the unlocked content after the subscription expires. Q: How do I restore the subscriptions on new devices? A: You can tap the 'Restore' button on the subscription page. Privacy Policy: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/pp/ Terms of Service: https://www.whalesgrowth.top/tos/
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Verdict
HiSQL and MySQL Helper 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
Both are free to download. HiSQL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and MySQL Helper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | HiSQL | MySQL Helper |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 丹 姜 | 小玲 王 |
In-app purchases
HiSQL
- Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pro (Annual)3 Days trial$6.991 Year
MySQL Helper
- MySQLHelper Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- MySQLHelper Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
- MySQLHelper Pro Lifetime$34.99
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