Comparison

Hey Why vs Master SQL

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

Head to head
About

Hey Why

Features
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Hey Why is a lightweight SQL EXPLAIN viewer for developers. Run EXPLAIN on your MySQL database or paste EXPLAIN JSON to see why your query behaves the way it does. • Explore execution plans by depth • Instantly see full scans, filesort, and temporary tables • Built for quick discussions without a laptop • Local-only. No cloud. No tracking.

About

Master SQL

Features
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Master SQL is the professional database management tool designed exclusively for iPad. Connect directly to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MariaDB, SQL Server, and MongoDB — all from your tablet. DIRECT CONNECTION Connect to your database servers via TCP without any middleware. Your data never passes through our servers. SSH tunnel support included for secure connections. POWERFUL SQL EDITOR Write and execute SQL with syntax highlighting, auto-complete for table and column names, multiple tabs, and full Magic Keyboard support. Run queries with ⌘+Enter, view EXPLAIN plans visually, and save your favorite queries for quick access. VISUAL DATA BROWSER Browse tables in a spreadsheet-like view. Edit cells inline, add or delete rows, filter and sort data visually. NULL, BLOB, and JSON values are displayed with smart formatting. ER DIAGRAM (Pro) Auto-generate entity relationship diagrams from your database schema. Visualize foreign key relationships with pinch-to-zoom and drag-to-reposition. SERVER MONITOR (Pro) Monitor active connections, running queries, database sizes, and slow query logs in real-time with auto-refresh. CLOUD BACKUP (Gold) 1GB encrypted cloud storage for SQL dumps, connection profiles, saved queries, and app settings. Your backups are AES-256 encrypted. PLANS Free: 2 connections, 3 tabs, 5 saved queries, CSV export Pro: Unlimited everything, all export formats, ER diagram, server monitor Gold: Everything in Pro + 1GB cloud backup & sync Supported databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MariaDB, SQL Server, MongoDB. 16 languages supported. Built for iPad with Split View, Stage Manager, and Apple Pencil support. Terms of Use: https://mastersql.seckin.ws/terms Privacy Policy: https://mastersql.seckin.ws/privacy

Screenshots

Hey Why4 screens
Master SQL3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hey Why at none against Master SQL's 6. Hey Why also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Master SQL sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Hey Why asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 3 level
Hey Why versus Master SQL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHey WhyMaster SQL
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJONGMIN CHOISECKIN SEFA DURASI

In-app purchases

None

Hey Why

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Master SQL

Subscriptions4
  • Pro$4.991 Month
  • Gold$7.991 Month
  • Pro$39.991 Year
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  • Gold$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Lifetime$79.99
  • Gold Lifetime$119.99

Questions

Is Hey Why free?
Hey Why is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Master SQL free?
Master SQL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hey Why or Master SQL have ads?
Neither Hey Why nor Master SQL shows ads.

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