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

HeidiSQL is described as 'Supports MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL, and PostgreSQL for data viewing, editing, and exporting with no tracking and offline capabilities' and is a very popular database management tool in the development category. There are more than 100 alternatives to HeidiSQL for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best HeidiSQL alternative is DBeaver, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like HeidiSQL are MySQL Workbench, phpMyAdmin, Beekeeper studio and DB Browser for SQLite.

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  1. DBeaver icon

    DBeaver

     382 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.

    196 DBeaver alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    DBeaver vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    6

    Offers same thing, a little bit confusing at the first time tho.

    Guest
    Positive
    5

    Works great with different databases and also available on Linux

    Kinsley Kixor
    Positive
    0

    Opting for this tool proved to be among the most advantageous choices we made for the project. Thanks to its implementation, we experienced a substantial boost in our productivity and work pace.

    3 of 4 comments
    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
  2. MySQL Workbench icon

    MySQL Workbench

     270 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.

    133 MySQL Workbench alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    MySQL Workbench vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Can't provide Postgre support

    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    One of the best DB management alternatives among linux users. It's easy to use, and supports Remote DB Connections even via SSH Tunneling.

    • MySQL Workbench is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  4. phpMyAdmin icon

    phpMyAdmin

     287 likes

    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.

    137 phpMyAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Main UI
     
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    phpMyAdmin vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Chris
    0

    HeidiSQL is an standalone software application whereas phpMyAdmin is an Webbased application that requires an webserver running in the background.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    One of worth alternative among WEB BASED

    Guest
    Negative
    -3

    phpMyAdmin is not really useful for writing querys, its more suitable for testing small datasets

    3 of 4 comments
    • phpMyAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
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  6. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     42 likes

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

    118 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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  8. DB Browser for SQLite icon

    DB Browser for SQLite

     98 likes

    DB Browser for SQLite (DB4S) is a high quality, visual, open source tool to create, design, and edit database files compatible with SQLite.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  9. DataGrip icon

    DataGrip

     79 likes

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

    111 DataGrip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Main window
     
  10. Navicat icon

    Navicat

     80 likes

    Navicat is a database administration tool that allows you to simultaneously connect to MySQL, MariaDB, SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and SQLite databases from a single application.

    119 Navicat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  11. Sequel Pro icon

    Sequel Pro

     133 likes

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

    90 Sequel Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    Discontinued

    No releases since 2016. Difficulty with newer OSes cause the app to crash when closing a connection.

    Sequel Pro vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    direct replacement for on OSX

    Guest
    Negative
    -2

    sequel pro lacks in feature and don't see the changes in schema, even if you refresh it

    • Sequel Pro is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  12. Valentina Studio icon

    Valentina Studio

     167 likes

    FREE native AI enabled database manager for RDBMS: DuckDB, MariaDB, MySQL, Parquet, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server, Valentina DB, and MongoDB. PRO Edition adds Report Editor and Form Editor, with JS/Python scripting and dozens of features.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Powerful User Interface
     
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    Valentina Studio vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Awsome! It runs on linux smoothly with loads of features.

    • Valentina Studio is Freemium and ProprietaryHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
  13. DbGate icon

    DbGate

     33 likes

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

    188 DbGate alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  14. Adminer icon

    Adminer

     92 likes

    Adminer (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.

    71 Adminer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Table structure
     
  15. PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code icon

    PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code

     14 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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