Comparison

ArkRedis vs PocketSQL

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

Head to head
About

ArkRedis

Features
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ArkRedis is a professional Redis database management client designed specifically for mobile devices. It enables developers and operations engineers to manage Redis servers in a lightweight, fast, and secure way directly from their smartphones or tablets—without relying on a desktop computer. Whether you need to troubleshoot an issue while traveling or quickly check cached data between meetings, ArkRedis puts powerful database management right at your fingertips. The app stands out with three core strengths: professional capability, ease of use, and a mobile-first approach. It offers both a visual interface and a command-line mode, supporting intuitive tap-based interactions as well as advanced command input. With built-in SSH tunnel connections and TLS-encrypted communication, ArkRedis ensures secure database access at all times. The app is also deeply optimized for mobile devices, featuring responsive layouts and a dark mode that adapts seamlessly to phones and tablets. Functionally, ArkRedis supports multiple connections, allowing users to configure and swiftly switch between different Redis servers. You can easily browse key-value pairs in a list view, filter by data type or search by pattern, and perform common operations such as adding, deleting, modifying, and setting TTLs. The app also includes a professional command-line interface enhanced with intelligent suggestions and auto-completion, significantly boosting productivity on mobile devices.

About

PocketSQL

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PocketSQL is a professional mobile management tool designed for developers, DevOps engineers, and database administrators (DBAs). It breaks the limitations of desktop-only database management, enabling you to handle essential MySQL database operations conveniently on your mobile device, balancing ease of use with comprehensive core functionality. Key Features Easy Connection Management Add, edit, and delete multiple MySQL connections with custom names for quick identification; Support standard connection configurations (host address, port, username, password, database name) with optional encrypted local password storage for enhanced security; Real-time connection status detection, with clear prompts for connection failures (e.g., network errors, incorrect credentials, closed ports). Efficient SQL Operations Built-in intuitive SQL editor with syntax highlighting and keyword suggestions to reduce input errors; Execute any SQL statements (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, CREATE TABLE/DATABASE, etc.) with real-time result feedback; Save SQL execution history for quick reuse of frequently used statements. Visual Data Management Visualize data table lists and view table structures (column name, type, length, primary key/non-null attributes) with one tap; Support paginated viewing, filtering, and sorting of table data, with direct in-app editing of single records; Export query results in CSV format for local backup or further processing. Basic DevOps Capabilities View core database information (version, character set, current connections, etc.); Simplified table structure management (view indexes, add/delete columns, permission-verified); Operation log recording for traceability of recent database actions.

Screenshots

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PocketSQL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ArkRedis at none against PocketSQL's shown. PocketSQL's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArkRedis ships an update every 4 days, PocketSQL daily. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
ArkRedis versus PocketSQL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArkRedisPocketSQL
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEOBARAN艳琴 聂

In-app purchases

None

ArkRedis

No in-app purchases

None

PocketSQL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ArkRedis free?
ArkRedis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PocketSQL free?
PocketSQL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ArkRedis or PocketSQL have ads?
PocketSQL shows ads; ArkRedis does not.
Which is updated more often, ArkRedis or PocketSQL?
ArkRedis ships an update every 4 days, and PocketSQL daily. Most recently, ArkRedis was updated on September 21, 2026 and PocketSQL on September 25, 2026.

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