The Best DBeaver AlternativesTop Database Management Tools and other similar apps like DBeaver

DBeaver is described as 'A versatile, open-source database tool for developers and administrators supporting multiple databases via JDBC drivers with extensive plugins' and is a very popular database management tool in the development category. There are more than 100 alternatives to DBeaver for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best DBeaver alternative is HeidiSQL, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like DBeaver are dbForge Edge, dbForge Studio for MySQL, DataGrip and phpMyAdmin.

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DBeaver alternatives page was last updated Jun 23, 2025
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  1. HeidiSQL icon

    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.

    111 HeidiSQL alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Table Editor

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Database Management Tool
    2.  Multiple DataBase
    3.  Data export/import
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Simple import
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Portable
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Desktop Application
    11. PostgreSQL icon  PostgreSQL support
    12.  SSH Tunnel

    HeidiSQL VS DBeaver

     
    Comments about HeidiSQL as an Alternative to DBeaver
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive Dec 3, 2016
    1

    He work with MySQL old version too

    Guest
    Positive Jul 2, 2017
    1

    For me is the best DB management app under WIN OS.

    Guest
    Positive Nov 16, 2020
    0

    It's easy to setup, can connect directly to the server. Has a portable option. Can export and import databases in a file and automatically created a ZIP file if needed. Works with MariaDB (my case).

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    • Almost everyone thinks HeidiSQL is a great DBeaver alternative.

    • HeidiSQL is the most popular Windows alternative to DBeaver.

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

    • HeidiSQL is Free and Open SourceDBeaver is Freemium and Open Source
    • HeidiSQL is Lightweight and Privacy focusedDBeaver is not according to our users
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    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.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    dbForge Edge screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  User friendly

    Features

    1.  Database Management Tool
    2.  Data analytics
    3.  Autocompletion
    4.  Import CSV Data
    5.  Version Control Integration
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Data export/import
    8.  Data-management
    9.  Database migration
    10.  Data visualization
    11.  Multiple DataBase
    12.  Visual Query Builder

    dbForge Edge VS DBeaver

     
    Comments about dbForge Edge as an Alternative to DBeaver
    Top Positive Comment
    WanetaH7
    Oct 24, 2024
    0

    dbForge Edge offers more specialized, fine-tuned features for each database type, providing deeper functionality for both development and administration.

    Most Recent Comment
    lilistiles59
    Positive Aug 29, 2024
    0

    With dbForge Edge, besides an extended feature set, you get a comprehensive documentation center alongside helpful tutorials on the company's blog and YouTube channel. Finally, their support service is firmly in place.

    LafresaM
    Positive Aug 19, 2024
    0

    dbForge Edge is a versatile IDE that shares similar features, so I can get the work done in a similarly streamlined way regardless of which DBMS I'm working with.

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

    • dbForge Edge is Freemium and ProprietaryDBeaver is Freemium and Open Source
  4. dbForge Studio for MySQL icon

    dbForge Studio for MySQL

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    dbForge Studio for MySQL is the universal MySQL and MariaDB client for database management, administration and development. With the help of this intelligent MySQL client the work with data and code has become easier and more convenient.

    92 dbForge Studio for MySQL alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    dbForge Studio for MySQL screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  User friendly

    Features

    1.  Code Completion
    2.  Database Management Tool
    3.  Visual Query Builder
    4.  Data export/import
    5.  Query Builder
    6.  Debugging
    7.  Data Report Wizard
    8.  Autocompletion
    9.  Database Designer
    10.  Import CSV Data
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Version Control Integration

    dbForge Studio for MySQL VS DBeaver

     
    Comments about dbForge Studio for MySQL as an Alternative to DBeaver
    Comment summary: Users overwhelmingly favor dbForge Studio for MySQL over DBeaver, citing its intuitive interface, extensive feature set, and robust tools tailored specifically for MySQL. The software's advanced features, including a Visual Query Builder, debugger, and SQL coding capabilities, streamline database management tasks and enhance performance. Users appreciate the seamless integration with other Devart products and emphasize its efficiency and comprehensive support.
    Top Positive Comment
    Gabby Gabr
    Dec 18, 2023
    1

    Efficient query building and debugging, a go-to tool for MySQL development.

    Most Recent Comment
    WanetaH7
    Positive Oct 24, 2024
    0

    In my opinion, dbForge Studio for MySQL provides a more tailored, robust, and efficient experience than DBeaver.

    nev-logan417
    Positive Oct 11, 2024
    0

    dbForge Studio for MySQL provides a robust Visual Query Builder for effortless query creation, advanced debugging features, and seamless database comparison and synchronization. Additionally, dbForge Studio integrates powerful tools like a data generator and supports automated comparison reports via the command line, making it a highly productive and specialized solution for developers, DBAs, and other database professionals.

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    • Almost everyone thinks dbForge Studio for MySQL is a great DBeaver alternative.

    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryDBeaver is Freemium and Open Source
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    DataGrip

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

    82 DataGrip alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Main window

    DataGrip Features

    1.  Autocompletion
    2. PostgreSQL icon  PostgreSQL support
    3.  Idea
    4.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    5.  Real time collaboration
    6.  SQLite
    7.  Desktop Application
    8.  Editable grid

    DataGrip VS DBeaver

     

    • Almost everyone thinks DataGrip is a great DBeaver alternative.

    • DataGrip is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to DBeaver.

    • DataGrip is the most popular commercial alternative to DBeaver.

    • DataGrip is Paid and ProprietaryDBeaver is Freemium and Open Source
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    phpMyAdmin

     281 likes
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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.

    117 phpMyAdmin alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Main UI

    phpMyAdmin Features

    1. MySQL Community Edition icon  Import from MySql
    2. MySQL Community Edition icon  Export to MySQL

    phpMyAdmin VS DBeaver

     
    Comments about phpMyAdmin as an Alternative to DBeaver
    tollishunt
    Negative Apr 15, 2022
    2

    phpMyAdmin is specifically for managing a MySQL/MariaDB instance. Not comparable. Unless you are looking to only interact with MySQL.

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    • This alternative is disputed. phpMyAdmin is a legitimate DBeaver alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

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

    • phpMyAdmin is Free and Open SourceDBeaver is Freemium and Open Source
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    Beekeeper studio

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

    91 Beekeeper studio alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CH flagSwitzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL
    Beekeeper studio screenshot 1

    Top Beekeeper studio Features

    1.  Database Management Tool
    2.  SQLite
    3. MariaDB icon  Support for MariaDB
    4. PostgreSQL icon  PostgreSQL support
    5.  Autocompletion
    6.  Portable
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Vue UI Framework
    11. MySQL Community Edition icon  MySQL Support

    Beekeeper studio VS DBeaver

     
    Comments about Beekeeper studio as an Alternative to DBeaver
    Guest
    Positive Aug 4, 2020
    3

    It supports a lot of databases and has an easy good looking UI next to it being free and open source

    picos
    Positive Mar 30, 2022
    0

    Beekeeper studio is ligher weight (and less featureful) than DBeaver, but it is exactly what I need 99% of the time. Deals with remote Postgres DBs and local sqlite files seamlessly

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    • Almost everyone thinks Beekeeper studio is a great DBeaver alternative.

    • Beekeeper studio is Freemium and Open SourceDBeaver is also Freemium and Open Source
  10. LibreOffice - Base icon

    LibreOffice - Base

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    Base is a full-featured desktop database front end, designed to meet the needs of a broad array of users, for all kinds of usages, such as keeping track of collections of objects,maintaining customer information databases,maintaining student grade and curriculum...

    74 LibreOffice - Base alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    LibreOffice - Base screenshot 1

    LibreOffice - Base Features

    1.  Test management
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Portable
    5.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    6. PostgreSQL icon  PostgreSQL support

    LibreOffice - Base VS DBeaver

     
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