Comparison

SQLSSH vs Opensteer

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

Head to head
About

SQLSSH

Features
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SQLSSH — Developer Tools, One Beautiful App. In Your Pocket, On Your Desk. Stop switching between a database IDE, a terminal, and an SFTP/S3 app. SQLSSH unifies PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, Oracle, SQLite, SSH, SFTP, FTP & S3 in one local-first workspace — built for developers who ship from phone, tablet, and desktop. WHY SQLSSH • One client for databases, servers, and files • Native performance (compiled - no WebViews): fast launch, low RAM, battery-friendly • Local-first by default: credentials & private keys stay on your device • Zero-knowledge end-to-end encrypted sync across devices • Direct connections — your data is never proxied through our servers SUPPORTED DATABASES 11+ engines: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, SQLite, MSSQL, Oracle Database, CockroachDB, YugabyteDB, Amazon Aurora & Amazon Redshift. FAST & NATIVE SQL EDITOR Write, run, and debug SQL where you work: • Syntax highlighting & database-specific helpers • Live schema navigator (tables, columns, PKs, indexes) • Multi-query execution with transactions (commit / rollback) • High-performance results grid for keyboard and touch • Query history & reusable SQL snippets • Import/export SQL scripts, CSV • Visual Schema Browser, interactive ERD diagrams, Generate DDL • Dialect wizards (UUID/SYS_GUID, sequences, date helpers) SSH TERMINAL & SECURE ACCESS Keep the shell next to your queries: • Built-in interactive SSH terminal • On-device SSH key manager (passphrase-protected keys, never stored as plaintext) • SSH bastion / jump-host tunneling for private VPC databases • SOCKS5 proxy support for restricted networks • Port forwarding without leaving the app CLOUD & NETWORK STORAGE Browse and transfer files in the same workspace: • SFTP, FTP/FTPS, Amazon S3 & S3-compatible storage • Directory breadcrumbs, search, and background transfer queues MULTI-SESSION WORKSPACE • Open multiple concurrent connections in tabs • Switch instantly between SQL sessions, terminals, and storage • Isolated query history & schema state per session • Split layouts to compare results or monitor servers side-by-side SECURITY & PRIVACY • AES-256 encryption for on-device secrets • Biometric lock (fingerprint / Face ID) + PIN, with auto-lock • We do not access your database content, query results, SSH I/O, or private keys • Optional Master Password–protected E2EE sync FREE TIER & PRO SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS SQLSSH is free to download and use with standard features (Free Tier). You can experience all premium features by starting a 7-day free trial of the Pro subscription. Free Tier Limitations: • Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite only. • Connections: Up to 2 database connections and 1 SSH terminal. • Storage: Up to 1 remote storage host (SFTP/FTP/S3) with 1 concurrent transfer. • Saved Queries: Up to 10 SQL snippets. • Session Tabs: Single active session tab at a time. • Themes: Standard themes only. SQLSSH Pro Subscription (7-Day Free Trial Available): Unlock the ultimate developer workspace. Upgrading to Pro removes all limits and adds: • End-to-End Encrypted Sync: Access your connections, credentials, and query history securely across all devices with client-side zero-knowledge encryption. • All 11+ Database Engines: Full support for MSSQL, Oracle, MariaDB, CockroachDB, YugabyteDB, Amazon Aurora, and Redshift. • Unlimited Workspace: Add unlimited connections, SSH terminals, and storage hosts. • Multi-Tab/Multi-Session Productivity: Unlimited concurrent sessions or file transfers side-by-side. • High-Speed Storage: Queue up to 10 concurrent file transfers. • Advanced Editor: Save up to 500 query snippets and up to 120-second execution timeouts. • Premium Themes: Customize your editor with 8 premium theme presets. Subscription Details: Standard subscriptions start with a 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime during the trial period at no cost. Terms of Use (EULA): https://sqlssh.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://sqlssh.com/privacy/

About

Opensteer

Features
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Opensteer puts your AI agents in your pocket. Watch every running task from anywhere, answer the questions that need you, and keep work moving without opening your laptop. WATCH EVERYTHING LIVE See what your agents are doing right now — live status, progress, and results for every running task. ONE PING WHEN IT MATTERS Approvals and questions land as notifications. Everything else waits quietly until you're ready. REVIEW REAL WORK Read diffs, browse files, and inspect terminal output from your phone. Reply, redirect, or approve in a tap. YOUR MACHINES OR THE CLOUD Run work in hosted cloud environments, or pair the app with your own computers running the open-source Opensteer server. Opensteer requires an Opensteer account. Sign in with Apple, Google, or email.

Screenshots

SQLSSH4 screens
Opensteer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Opensteer at none against SQLSSH's 2. SQLSSH's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. SQLSSH sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Opensteer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
SQLSSH versus Opensteer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSQLSSHOpensteer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB79 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTrendcasTrendUp AI, Inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SQLSSH

Subscriptions2
  • SQLSSH Pro - Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • SQLSSH Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$47.991 Year
None

Opensteer

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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