Comparison

Databeam vs MongoLens

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

Head to head
About

Databeam

Features
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Databeam puts your Firebase projects in your pocket. Check your databases, manage authentication users, browse storage files, and make quick changes — all from your phone. Built for developers who want to keep an eye on their Firebase backend without opening a laptop. Features: - Connect to multiple Firebase projects - Browse and edit Firestore documents - View and manage Authentication users - Access Cloud Storage files - Real-time data monitoring Databeam gives you a clean, fast interface designed for quick checks and edits on the go.

About

MongoLens

Features
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MongoLens is a powerful MongoDB client for iPhone that lets you manage your databases anywhere. Whether you're monitoring production, debugging queries, or exploring data, MongoLens gives you full access to your MongoDB servers right from your pocket. CONNECT WITH EASE • Connect using MongoDB URI or detailed host/port configuration • SSH tunnel support with password and identity file authentication • TLS/SSL encryption for secure connections • Save and organize multiple connections with favorites BROWSE & MANAGE • View all databases, collections, and documents • Create and drop databases and collections • Insert, edit, and delete documents with a built-in JSON editor • Rename collections and manage indexes • View collection stats and validation rules POWERFUL QUERY TOOLS • Write and execute MongoDB queries with syntax highlighting • Query history with favorites for quick access • AI Query Builder — describe what you need in plain English • Aggregation pipeline support • Explain queries to analyze performance • Bulk operations: insert, update, and delete MONITOR & ANALYZE • Real-time server statistics: connections, memory, operations, network • Query profiler to identify slow queries • Collection storage and index analysis SECURITY & PRIVACY • Biometric lock with Face ID or Touch ID • Passwords stored securely in Keychain — never in plain text • Read-only mode to prevent accidental changes • Full control over analytics data sharing SYNC & WIDGETS • iCloud sync to access your connections across devices • Home screen widget showing recent connections • Apple Watch companion app • Import and export connections as JSON MONGOL LENS PRO • Unlock unlimited connections • AI Query Builder access • Full write access to databases • All future premium features MongoLens is built for developers, DBAs, and anyone who works with MongoDB. Fast, secure, and designed for iPhone.

Screenshots

Databeam4 screens
MongoLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Databeam at none against MongoLens's 2. Databeam also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MongoLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Databeam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Databeam ships an update every 3 weeks, MongoLens every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Databeam versus MongoLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDatabeamMongoLens
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperItemone LLCENES ULUDAG

In-app purchases

None

Databeam

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MongoLens

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Databeam free?
Databeam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MongoLens free?
MongoLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Databeam or MongoLens have ads?
Neither Databeam nor MongoLens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Databeam or MongoLens?
Databeam ships an update every 3 weeks, and MongoLens every 2 weeks. Most recently, Databeam was updated on October 31, 2026 and MongoLens on October 25, 2026.

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