Open Source Aqua Data Studio AlternativesDatabase Management Tools and other similar apps like Aqua Data Studio

The best open source alternative to Aqua Data Studio is DBeaver. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Aqua Data Studio and 13 is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Aqua Data Studio are HeidiSQL, MySQL Workbench, Beekeeper studio and DbGate.

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  1. DBeaver icon

    DBeaver

     373 likes

    A comprehensive, open-source database management tool ideal for developers and administrators. It supports various databases via JDBC drivers, offers extensive plugins and tools like ER diagrams, data migration, and metadata editing, while being ad-free and portable. Usability and extensibility are key features.

    179 DBeaver alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    DBeaver vs Aqua Data Studio Comments
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    Recent complete overhaul includes links via JDBC to just about anything. Plus SSH tunneling and a nice clean interface.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
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    Has a learning curve for configuring java based drivers from some DBs; ex: Oracle. After that, smooth sailing.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceAqua Data Studio is Paid and Proprietary
  2. HeidiSQL icon

    HeidiSQL

     250 likes

    Provides powerful tools for viewing, editing MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL, and PostgreSQL databases, with privacy features, portability, no ads, and a dark mode.

    124 HeidiSQL alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    Table Editor
     
  4. MySQL Workbench icon

    MySQL Workbench

     268 likes

    MySQL Workbench is a unified visual tool for database architects, developers, and DBAs. MySQL Workbench provides data modeling, SQL development, and comprehensive administration tools for server configuration, user administration, and much more.

    118 MySQL Workbench alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  5. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     38 likes

    Open Source SQL Editor and Database Manager for MySQL, SQL Server, Postgres, Redshift, Sqlite and more.

    106 Beekeeper studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL
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  6. DbGate icon

    DbGate

     31 likes

    DbGate is cross-platform database manager. Simple and effective, allowing to work with many various databases simultaneously - SQL and NoSQL.

    177 DbGate alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  7. PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code icon

    PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code

     9 likes

    PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code is the essential extension for working with PostgreSQL databases - locally or in the cloud. Connect, query, build, and chat with your databases with ease, including seamless Entra authentication for Azure Database for PostgreSQL.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Visual Studio Code
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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    OpenDBViewer

     4 likes

    OpenDBViewer is a simple database explorer for Windows, Linux and Max OS X.

    Cost / License

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  11. SQL Power Architect icon

    SQL Power Architect

     13 likes

    The SQL Power Architect data modeling tool was created by data warehouse designers and has many unique features geared specifically for the data warehouse architect. It allows users to reverse-engineer existing databases, perform data profiling on source databases, and...

    43 SQL Power Architect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    OLAP Schema Editor
     
  12. PondPilot icon

    PondPilot

     1 like

    A blazing-fast, lightweight, 100% client-side AI-enabled data exploration tool that helps you analyze local & remote data with zero setup. Powered by DuckDB-Wasm and integrated AI assistance.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  13. PgPad icon

    PgPad

     Like

    A fully free and open-source (no “community edition”, premium plans, etc.) database manager.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  14. Dory SQL icon

    Dory SQL

     Like

    AI-native SQL workspace for modern databases. SQL Copilot, schema-aware editor, database chat, and operational tools in one place.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Docker
    Workspace
     
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