HeidiSQL AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Database Management Tools for Mac

HeidiSQL is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac Database Management Tool alternative is DBeaver, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to HeidiSQL and many of them are Database Management Tools available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac Database Management Tool alternatives to HeidiSQL are MySQL Workbench, DataGrip, DB Browser for SQLite and Sequel Pro.

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HeidiSQL is a useful tool designed for web developers using the popular MySQL server, Microsoft SQL databases and PostgreSQL. It enables you to browse and edit data, create and edit tables, views, procedures, triggers and...

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HeidiSQL alternatives page was last updated Oct 13, 2023
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  1. DBeaver icon
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    DBeaver

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    DBeaver - Universal Database Manager and SQL Client. DBeaver is free and open source universal database tool for developers and database administrators.

    163 DBeaver alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Eclipse
    • Java
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Properties

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  Database Management Tool
    2.  Data export/import
    3.  Multiple DataBase
    4.  PostgreSQL support
    5.  Autocompletion
    6.  ER Diagrams
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  SQLite
    9.  Built-in viewer
    10.  Desktop Application
    11.  Restore on reboot
    12.  Support for Oracle
    13.  Export to CSV
    14.  Import CSV Data
    15.  Material design
    16.  Foreign key linking
    17.  Function Key Shortcuts
    18.  Portable
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    DBeaver VS HeidiSQL

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    Comments about DBeaver as an Alternative to HeidiSQL
     
       
    Guest

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

    Positive comment •Nov 2, 2015
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    Guest

    Works great with different databases and also available on Linux

    Positive comment •Dec 13, 2015
    5
    Kinsley Kixor

    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.

    Positive comment •Oct 13, 2023
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    • Most users think DBeaver is a great HeidiSQL alternative.

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

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

    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
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    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.

    109 MySQL Workbench alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    +5
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Spell Checking
    3.  GUI Designer
    4.  Desktop Application
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    MySQL Workbench VS HeidiSQL

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    Guest

    Can't provide Postgre support

    Negative comment •Nov 2, 2015
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    Guest

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

    Positive comment •Mar 15, 2019
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    • Most users think MySQL Workbench is a great HeidiSQL alternative.

    • MySQL Workbench is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
    • MySQL Workbench is LightweightHeidiSQL is not according to our users
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    DataGrip

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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
    Main window

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Database diagram
    Modify table window

    Properties

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    Features

    1.  Autocompletion
    2.  PostgreSQL support
    3.  Idea
    4.  Real time collaboration
    5.  SQLite
    6.  Desktop Application
    7.  Editable grid
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    DataGrip VS HeidiSQL

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    • Almost everyone thinks DataGrip is a great HeidiSQL alternative.

    • DataGrip is the most popular commercial alternative to HeidiSQL.

    • DataGrip is Paid and ProprietaryHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
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    DB Browser for SQLite

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

    36 DB Browser for SQLite alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Properties

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Works Offline

    Features

    1.  SQLite
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    DB Browser for SQLite VS HeidiSQL

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  6. Sequel Pro icon
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    Sequel Pro

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

    76 Sequel Pro alternatives
    Sequel Pro screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  MySQL Support
    2.  Native application
    3.  Desktop Application
    4.  Ssh tunnel
    5.  Visual Query Builder
    6.  Support for Multiple Users
    Discontinued

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

    Sequel Pro iconHeidiSQL Icon

    Sequel Pro VS HeidiSQL

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    Comments about Sequel Pro as an Alternative to HeidiSQL
     
    Guest

    direct replacement for on OSX

    Positive comment •Jun 10, 2015
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    Guest

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

    Negative comment •Nov 1, 2016
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    • Most users think Sequel Pro is a great HeidiSQL alternative.

    • Sequel Pro is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
    • Sequel Pro is LightweightHeidiSQL is not according to our users
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    Beekeeper studio

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

    89 Beekeeper studio alternatives
    Beekeeper studio screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL
    Beekeeper studio screenshot 1
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    +2
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  No registration required

    Features

    1.  Database Management Tool
    2.  Support for MariaDB
    3.  SQLite
    4.  PostgreSQL support
    5.  Autocompletion
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Portable
    8.  Vue UI Framework
    9.  MySQL Support
    Beekeeper studio iconHeidiSQL Icon

    Beekeeper studio VS HeidiSQL

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    pgAdmin

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    pgAdmin is the most popular and feature rich open source administration and development platform for PostgreSQL, the most advanced open source database in the world.

    53 pgAdmin alternatives
    Welcome screen, standard theme

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    pgAdmin Features

    1.  Graphical User Interface
    2.  PostgreSQL support
    3.  MySQL Support
    Welcome screen, dark theme
    Server dashboard
    +2
    Query tool & data editor
    pgAdmin iconHeidiSQL Icon

    pgAdmin VS HeidiSQL

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    Guest

    It is a PostgreSQL specific app.

    Negative comment •Oct 2, 2020
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    • pgAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
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