Comparison

SQLx vs Learn SQL

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

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SQLx

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SQLX is the most hands-on way to learn SQL on iPhone. Whether you're starting from scratch or preparing for your next job interview, SQLX takes you from the basics all the way to advanced techniques — step by step. LEARN BY DOING Every lesson ends with a real SQL challenge. Write actual queries, hit Run, and see instant results. No passive theory — just you and the database. 12 MODULES, FULLY STRUCTURED Each module builds on the last, covering everything you need: · SELECT & Filtering (WHERE, ORDER BY, LIMIT) · INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE · Schema Design (CREATE / DROP TABLE) · JOINs (INNER, LEFT, RIGHT) · GROUP BY & Aggregations · Subqueries & Correlated Queries · Common Table Expressions (CTEs) · CASE WHEN & Conditional Logic · UNION & Set Operations · Window Functions (ROW_NUMBER, RANK, AVG OVER) LIVE SQL LAB Practice freely in a built-in SQL playground. Choose from ready-made sample databases — e-commerce, HR, construction — or build your own schema from scratch and run any query you like. 6 CAREER PATHS Pick a structured path tailored to your goal: · Data Analyst (8 hrs) · BI Analyst (12 hrs) · Backend Developer (14 hrs) · Data Engineer (15 hrs) · Product Analyst (10 hrs) · SQL Interview Prep (16 hrs) EARN AS YOU LEARN Stay motivated with daily streaks, XP points, and 17 unlockable badges. Finish certification exams to earn verifiable certificates at Beginner, Intermediate, and Senior levels. WORKS OFFLINE All content is built into the app — no internet required. Learn on the subway, on a flight, anywhere. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No ads. No tracking. Your progress stays on your device and syncs privately through iCloud. Download SQLX and write your first query today.

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Learn SQL

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SQL makes more sense when you can try it yourself. Learn SQL is a beginner-friendly, offline course for aspiring developers and anyone who wants to understand relational databases. Follow a clear roadmap, learn one concept at a time, and put each idea into practice immediately. LEARN STEP BY STEP Work through 45 guided lessons across seven focused topics: • Tables and SELECT foundations • Filtering data • Sorting, aggregates, and grouping • Relationships and joins • Advanced queries and window functions • Schema design, constraints, indexes, and query plans • PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Teradata, and portable SQL PRACTICE WITH REAL QUERIES Write and run SQL against nine bundled practice datasets. Inspect tables and relationships with interactive ER diagrams, then explore your results in a clear, readable data grid. LEARN IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT The Playground accepts SELECT queries only, so you can experiment without changing the data. Guided schema labs run in disposable database copies, giving you practical experience without risking your progress or app data. BUILT FOR FOCUSED LEARNING • Progressive hints and solutions • Estimated lesson times and difficulty labels • Interactive database diagrams • Searchable offline SQL quick reference • Save and favorite useful reference cards • Local progress and study streak tracking • Light and dark themes • Responsive design for phones and tablets • No account required • No internet connection required for course content Start with Foundations. Continue through the remaining six topics with a one-time lifetime in-app purchase. Purchases can be restored on supported devices. Whether you are preparing for a developer role, refreshing your database knowledge, or writing your first SELECT statement, Learn SQL helps you turn syntax into practical understanding at your own pace. Terms of Use: https://alphabeat.co.uk/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://alphabeat.co.uk/privacy-policy

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SQLx4 screens
Learn SQL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SQLx at none against Learn SQL's 1. Learn SQL's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Learn SQL sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SQLx asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
SQLx versus Learn SQL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLxLearn SQL
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerarman kesiktaAlpha Beat Limited

In-app purchases

None

SQLx

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Learn SQL

One-time1
  • Lifetime$6.99

Questions

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

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