Comparison

Basepanel vs Rowden

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

Head to head
About

Basepanel

Manage your databases directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. This app presents data in a user-friendly card format, simplifying browsing and editing. It supports various cloud providers and local databases, with optional AI features for enhanced data interaction and query generation.

Highlights
  • Connect to cloud and local databases
  • Data presented as readable cards
  • Direct database editing and row addition
  • Custom dashboard creation
  • On-device AI for data generation and queries
  • Full SQL console access
  • Local-first privacy focus
Features
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Basepanel is a private, easy-to-use app for connecting to and managing your databases right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Instead of dense tables and raw query editors, Basepanel presents your data as clean, readable cards so you can browse, edit, and understand your data without the usual friction. Connect to the databases you already use Add a database in seconds. Basepanel supports popular cloud providers like Neon, Supabase, Turso, Cloudflare D1, Planetscale, Prisma Postgres, custom Postgres and MySQL setups, and you can also create or import a local SQLite database of your own. You provide your credentials, and Basepanel connects directly to your database with no middleman. A friendlier way to work with data - Tables are shown as cards you can tap to explore. - Rows open into a clean, organized view of every column. - Editing is straightforward, and you can preview the exact query before anything runs. - Adding new rows uses the same simple interface. - Build custom dashboards to surface the data that matters most to you. - A full SQL console is always available when you want direct control. Work smarter on supported devices On supported iPhone, iPad, and Mac models with Apple Intelligence, Basepanel uses Apple's built-in AI models to make your data easier to work with. Simply describe what you need in plain language to instantly generate complete, working databases. You can also leverage the AI to construct complex queries for your dashboards and SQL console, and automatically build custom views perfectly optimized for your data types. All of this runs on your device. On models without on-device AI, Basepanel falls back to sensible defaults so the core experience stays smooth and complete. Built for privacy Privacy is at the center of how Basepanel is designed. The app is local first. The only network connections it makes are direct calls to the databases you choose to connect. There is no telemetry, no analytics, and no external servers handling or storing your data. Your credentials and your data stay on your device and go only to the database you point them at. Own your data If you create or import a local SQLite database, you can export the file at any time, making it easy to back up your work or deploy it to the cloud when you're ready. Terms of Use: https://www.basepanel.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.basepanel.com/privacy-policy/

About

Rowden

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Rowden puts your Postgres and Supabase projects in your pocket. Browse and edit tables, inspect rows, check auth users, manage storage buckets, run SQL and watch analytics — from iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV and Vision Pro. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Browse tables and rows in fast native lists • Edit and insert rows inline (Premium) • Run any SQL in a full editor (Premium) • View auth users and their metadata • Manage storage buckets and upload files (Premium) • See project analytics at a glance • Connect multiple projects (Premium) • Home Screen widgets for key metrics (Premium) SECURE BY DESIGN Your keys stay in the device Keychain. Rowden talks straight to your project API — no middle server, no telemetry on your data. FREE VS PREMIUM Free: connect 1 project, read-only browsing. Premium unlocks: • Multiple projects • Write and edit rows • Full SQL editor • Storage upload • Home Screen widgets Pricing: Monthly $4.99 · Annual $29.99 (7-day free trial) · Lifetime $79.99. Prices may vary by region. Unofficial client. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Supabase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://lastoneparis.github.io/rowden-site/privacy.html

Screenshots

Basepanel4 screens
Rowden3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Basepanel at every 2 weeks against Rowden's every 6 weeks. Rowden's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Basepanel sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Rowden sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Basepanel ships an update every 2 weeks, Rowden every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Basepanel versus Rowden: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBasepanelRowden
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPixel FramersHUGO ANATOLE PAUL MORICEAU

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Basepanel

Subscriptions2
  • Basepanel Unlimited Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Basepanel Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Basepanel Unlimited Lifetime2 variants$49.99
3 purchases

Rowden

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Basepanel free?
Basepanel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rowden free?
Rowden is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Basepanel or Rowden have ads?
Neither Basepanel nor Rowden shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Basepanel or Rowden?
Basepanel ships an update every 2 weeks, and Rowden every 6 weeks. Most recently, Basepanel was updated on October 2, 2026 and Rowden on October 15, 2026.

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