Comparison

SQL Hero vs DailySec

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

Head to head
About

SQL Hero

Features
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SQL Hero helps you learn practical SQL in a structured, mobile-friendly way. Work through guided lessons, interactive exercises, and realistic examples designed to strengthen your SQL thinking step by step. Practice core topics such as filtering, sorting, joins, aggregation, data updates, and database fundamentals in a format that is easy to follow on your phone. SQL Hero is designed for learners who want a clear learning path, plenty of practice, and a polished experience that makes SQL more approachable, interactive, and engaging. Features include: โ€ข Guided SQL lessons with structured progression โ€ข Interactive SQL practice built for mobile โ€ข Tappable SQL tokens and mobile-friendly question interactions โ€ข Section tests and progress tracking โ€ข Optional AI-assisted help and feedback for supported learning moments โ€ข Support for both new learners and learners refreshing existing skills โ€ข Available in English and Traditional Chinese today Unlike more traditional learning platforms that focus mainly on passive reading or video-based learning, SQL Hero is designed around active phone-first practice, faster iteration, and more interactive learning support. SQL Hero offers free learning features as well as optional paid features. Some content and features, including certain AI-assisted experiences, Pro and Premium plans, hearts, subscriptions, and lifetime access, require separate in-app purchases or subscriptions. Important notes for learners: โ€ข Learning stats and progress are currently saved locally on your phone. Uninstalling the app may reset your learning stats, and switching to another phone during your study journey is not recommended at this stage. โ€ข Social sign-in with Apple and Google is available, but we still plan to improve and polish this experience further in future updates. We plan to continue expanding SQL Hero with more languages, more chapters, and more additional-question content in future releases. For support, billing, privacy, or feedback questions, contact support@mail.mgsqlhero.com. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DailySec

Features
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Cybersecurity practice on the go - anytime and anywhere! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://dailysec.yurivich.com/privacy

Screenshots

SQL Hero4 screens
DailySec4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DailySec at none against SQL Hero's shown. SQL Hero's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. SQL Hero sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and DailySec sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
SQL Hero versus DailySec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQL HeroDailySec
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksโ€”
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS13.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size62 MB55 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperZICHENG LIUOri Weksler

In-app purchases

10 purchases

SQL Hero

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Premium Quarterly$19.993 Months
  • Premium Semiannual$34.996 Months
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  • Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
One-time6
  • Starter Pack Hearts$0.99
  • Standard Pack Hearts$4.99
  • Value Pack Hearts$12.99
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  • Mega Pack Hearts$24.99
  • Pro Lifetime$89.99
  • Premium Lifetime$129.99
2 purchases

DailySec

Subscriptions2
  • DailySec Premium (Monthly)$10.991 Month
  • DailySec Premium (Yearly)$99.991 Year

Questions

Is SQL Hero free?
SQL Hero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DailySec free?
DailySec is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SQL Hero or DailySec have ads?
SQL Hero shows ads; DailySec does not.

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