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DbGate

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

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Cost / License

  • Freemium (Subscription)
  • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

Application type

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Online
  • Flathub
  • Flatpak
4.9
Excellent8 reviews
31likes
38comments
0articles

Features

Properties

  1.  Lightweight

Features

  1.  Database Management Tool
  2.  Ad-free
  3.  Relational Database
  4.  MongoDB
  5.  Autocompletion
  6.  Support for MS SQL Server
  7.  ER Diagrams
  8. MariaDB icon  Support for MariaDB
  9.  SQLite
  10.  NoSQL database
  11.  Visual Query Builder
  12.  Dark Mode
  13.  Works Offline
  14.  Import CSV Data
  15.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

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  • SteelSQL icon
    andypengtian added DbGate as alternative to SteelSQL
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    marcel_glaeser added DbGate as alternative to DumpCleaner
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    ahmetalsan added DbGate as alternative to SilentDock
  • gczheng reviewed DbGate  

    As a backend developer managing multiple DBA, DbGate saves me from juggling different clients. It handles connections securely, exports data cleanly, and the dark mode is easy on the eyes. Not perfect—occasional lag with huge result sets—but actively developed and genuinely useful. A solid open-core tool with real potential.

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    debba added DbGate as alternative to tabularis
  • SQL Developer icon
    ovafopelalu44 added DbGate as alternative to SQL Developer
  • bennoE reviewed DbGate  

    I used DbGate Premium for the last month for work and it providde me with all features I neede in a intuitive way. It supports MySQL and multiple Databases.

  • munene-wanjohi reviewed DbGate  

    I've been using DbGate across multiple web development projects involving MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, and it's become my go-to database client.

    What stands out most is the multi-tab multi-connection interface — I can work across several databases simultaneously without switching windows. The table data editor is clean and intuitive, and the import/export support (CSV, JSON, Excel) covers most real-world needs without needing extra tooling.

    The web app mode is a hidden gem — I've used it...

  • munene-wanjohi liked DbGate
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    mikenikles added DbGate as alternative to Seaquel

Comments and Reviews

   
Comment summary: DbGate is praised for its versatility, supporting multiple RDBMS and NoSQL, and excelling in speed and usability. Users appreciate its lightweight nature, intuitive UI, and advanced features like built-in ER diagrams, import/export tools, and master-detail browsing. However, it has some areas for improvement, such as lag with large tables, limited plugins, challenging tab management, and premium features for dump import/export. It effectively supports DB management across platforms but needs better documentation.
Top Positive Comment
Guest
3

Support multiple RDBMS and NoSQL, Visual Query Designer, Extensions/Plugins support

Review by a new / low-activity user.
gczheng
0

As a backend developer managing multiple DBA, DbGate saves me from juggling different clients. It handles connections securely, exports data cleanly, and the dark mode is easy on the eyes. Not perfect—occasional lag with huge result sets—but actively developed and genuinely useful. A solid open-core tool with real potential.

bennoE
0

I used DbGate Premium for the last month for work and it providde me with all features I neede in a intuitive way. It supports MySQL and multiple Databases.

munene-wanjohi
0

I've been using DbGate across multiple web development projects involving MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, and it's become my go-to database client.

What stands out most is the multi-tab multi-connection interface — I can work across several databases simultaneously without switching windows. The table data editor is clean and intuitive, and the import/export support (CSV, JSON, Excel) covers most real-world needs without needing extra tooling.

The web app mode is a hidden gem — I've used it for self-hosted team access on projects, which removes the need to install anything locally for collaborators.

Ali
0

DBGate has been a real game changer for my workflow. I work daily with multiple databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis and for a long time I relied on separate client applications for each of them. While that setup worked, it consumed too many system resources and made my workflow less efficient.

After trying several alternatives, I finally found DBGate, and it delivers exactly what I was looking for. It provides reliable multi-database support in a single, lightweight application without compromising performance. Everything runs smoothly, and managing both SQL and NoSQL databases in one place has significantly simplified my daily work.

If you’re handling multiple database systems, DBGate is definitely worth considering.

oetech
0

DBGate is a very solid database client, especially if you work with multiple database engines. I regularly use it with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and MySQL, and switching between them is smooth and intuitive.

The UI is clean, performance is good even on large schemas, and features like query editor, data browsing, and schema management are well thought out. Compared to heavier tools, DBGate feels fast and lightweight while still being powerful.

Definitely a good alternative to tools like DBeaver or DataGrip, especially if you prefer a simpler and faster workflow.

portocent
0

DbGate has become my go-to database tool. I love how clean and intuitive the UI is; it makes navigating complex schemas feel effortless. The filters are especially well-implemented and save me a lot of time daily.

The only thing missing for my specific workflow is the ability to view/convert bytes to string format easily. Adding a conversion toggle for that would make the tool perfect. Even without it, this is easily the best DB manager I’ve tried. Great work!

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What is DbGate?

Open source database manager for SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MongoDB and more.

It's designed to be simple to use and effective, when working with more databases simultaneously. But there are also many advanced features like schema compare, visual query designer, chart visualisation or batch export and import.

DbGate is licensed under MIT license and is completely free.

Supported databases:

  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • SQL Server
  • MongoDB
  • SQLite
  • Amazon Redshift
  • CockroachDB
  • MariaDB

Freemium: https://dbgate.io/pricing

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DbGate information

  • Developed by

    Unknown
  • Licensing

    Open Source (GPL-3.0) and Freemium product.
  • Pricing

    Subscription ranging between $12 and $15 per month + free version with limited functionality.
  • Written in

  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.9
  • Alternatives

    175 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English

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Development

GitHub repository

  •  6,784 Stars
  •  409 Forks
  •  436 Open Issues
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Our users have written 38 comments and reviews about DbGate, and it has gotten 31 likes

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