Adminer AlternativesDatabase Management Tools and other similar apps like Adminer

Adminer is described as '(formerly phpMinAdmin) is a full-featured database management tool written in PHP. Conversely to phpMyAdmin, it consist of a single file ready to deploy to the target server. Adminer is available for MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MS SQL and Oracle' and is a popular database management tool in the development category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Adminer for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best Adminer alternative is DBeaver, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Adminer are HeidiSQL, phpMyAdmin, MySQL Workbench and DataGrip.

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  1. DBeaver icon

    DBeaver

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    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.

    164 DBeaver alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    Comments about DBeaver as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
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    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • DBeaver is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Adminer.

    • DBeaver is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Adminer.

    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceAdminer is Free and Open Source
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    HeidiSQL

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

    113 HeidiSQL alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about HeidiSQL as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
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    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • HeidiSQL is Free and Open SourceAdminer is also Free and Open Source
    • HeidiSQL is Privacy focusedAdminer is not according to our users
  4. phpMyAdmin icon

    phpMyAdmin

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    phpMyAdmin is a tool written in PHP intended to handle the administration of MySQL over the Web. Currently it can create and drop databases, create/drop/alter tables, delete/edit/add fields, execute any SQL statement, manage keys on fields.

    119 phpMyAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
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    Comments about phpMyAdmin as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
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    Adminer positions itself as a lightweight alternative to phpMyAdmin, so yes, the two are comparable. It's incorrect to say that phpMyAdmin is a "Linux" app. It will run anywhere that PHP does.

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    • phpMyAdmin is the most popular Web-based & Self-Hosted alternative to Adminer.

    • phpMyAdmin is Free and Open SourceAdminer is also Free and Open Source
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  6. MySQL Workbench icon

    MySQL Workbench

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    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.

    111 MySQL Workbench alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about MySQL Workbench as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
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    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • MySQL Workbench is Free and Open SourceAdminer is also Free and Open Source
  7. DataGrip icon

    DataGrip

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    DataGrip is a database IDE from JetBrains that is tailored to suit specific needs of professional SQL developers.

    85 DataGrip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about DataGrip as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
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    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • DataGrip is the most popular commercial alternative to Adminer.

    • DataGrip is Paid and ProprietaryAdminer is Free and Open Source
  8. PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code icon

    PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code

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    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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Visual Studio Code
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  10. Outerbase Studio icon

    Outerbase Studio

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    Efficient browser-based tool for database management, designed for simplicity and versatility. Features include a user-friendly query editor, powerful data management capabilities, and a flexible connection manager supporting Postgres, MySQL, and SQLite.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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  11. Sequel Pro icon

    Sequel Pro

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    Sequel Pro is a fast, easy-to-use Mac database management application for working with MySQL databases.

    78 Sequel Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    Comments about Sequel Pro as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
    0

    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • Sequel Pro is Free and Open SourceAdminer is also Free and Open Source
  12. Toad Edge icon

    Toad Edge

     28 likes
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    Toad for MySQL is a freeware development tool that enables you to quickly and efficiently create and execute queries, automate database object management, and develop SQL code. Toad MySQL provides utilities to compare, extract, and search for objects.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Comments about Toad Edge as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
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    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • Toad Edge is Paid and ProprietaryAdminer is Free and Open Source
  13. dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL icon

    dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL

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    dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is a GUI tool for database development management. The IDE for PostgreSQL allows users to create, develop, and execute queries, edit and adjust the code to your requirements in a convenient and user-friendly interface.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL as an Alternative to Adminer
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    dbForge Studio is a more robust alternative to Adminer, offering a full GUI environment for managing PostgreSQL databases. Yes, Adminer is lightweight and simple, dbForge Studio provides advanced features.

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    WanetaH7
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    With dbForge Studio, you can easily import and export data, manage data visually, and perform complex data manipulations. Adminer is more limited in its data handling capabilities.

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    • Almost everyone thinks dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is a great Adminer alternative.

    • dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is Paid and ProprietaryAdminer is Free and Open Source
  14. dbForge Edge icon

    dbForge Edge

     43 likes
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    Unified solution for schema design, visual SQL development, automated data import/export, advanced analysis with pivot tables, cross-platform comparison, synchronization, query profiling, admin tools, user, session and server monitoring for major databases.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Chamberlin
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    dbForge Edge is way more powerful than Adminer, packed with cool features and automation that make things run smoother. Plus, the interface looks super professional—it’s like going from an old TV to high-definition! You can almost feel the slickness of its design when you use it.

    nev-logan417
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    dbForge Edge is a cost-effective solution that streamlines database management, while Adminer is more basic and lacks the advanced tools needed for larger projects or multi-database environments

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    DarioeD
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    Adminer, though it supports multiple databases, requires different PHP scripts for each database type, making dbForge Edge more convenient for cross-platform database management.

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    • Almost everyone thinks dbForge Edge is a great Adminer alternative.

    • dbForge Edge is Freemium and ProprietaryAdminer is Free and Open Source
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    Sequel Ace

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    Sequel Ace is the "sequel" to longtime macOS tool Sequel Pro. Sequel Ace is a fast, easy-to-use Mac database management application for working with MySQL & MariaDB databases.

    74 Sequel Ace alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    Comments about Sequel Ace as an Alternative to Adminer
    sloanlance
    Negative
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    It's not a web application, like Adminer.

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    • Sequel Ace is Free and Open SourceAdminer is also Free and Open Source
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