Open Source HeidiSQL Alternatives for Linux

HeidiSQL is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best open source Linux alternative is DBeaver. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to HeidiSQL and many of them are open source and available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source Linux alternatives to HeidiSQL are MySQL Workbench, phpMyAdmin, DB Browser for SQLite and Beekeeper studio.

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HeidiSQL alternatives are mainly Database Management Tools but may also be Relational Databases. Other popular filters includes Linux + Open Source. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of HeidiSQL.
HeidiSQL iconHeidiSQL
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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 Jan 1, 2024
  1. DBeaver icon
     354 likes

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

    163 DBeaver alternatives
    DBeaver screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    Top DBeaver 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.  No registration required
    15.  Import CSV Data
    16.  Ad-free
    17.  Material design
    18.  Foreign key linking
    19.  Function Key Shortcuts
    20.  Portable
    DBeaver iconHeidiSQL Icon

    DBeaver VS HeidiSQL

    Is DBeaver a good alternative to HeidiSQL?
     
    Comments about DBeaver as an Alternative to HeidiSQL
     
       
    Guest

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

    Positive commentNov 2, 2015
    6
    Guest

    Works great with different databases and also available on Linux

    Positive commentDec 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 commentOct 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
  2. MySQL Workbench icon
     265 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.

    109 MySQL Workbench alternatives
    MySQL Workbench screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Spell Checking
    3.  GUI Designer
    4.  Desktop Application
    MySQL Workbench iconHeidiSQL Icon

    MySQL Workbench VS HeidiSQL

    Is MySQL Workbench a good alternative to HeidiSQL?
     
    Comments about MySQL Workbench as an Alternative to HeidiSQL
     
    Guest

    Can't provide Postgre support

    Negative commentNov 2, 2015
    0
    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 commentMar 15, 2019
    -1
    HeidiSQL Icon
    MySQL Workbench icon
    • 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
  3. phpMyAdmin icon
     276 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.

    120 phpMyAdmin alternatives
    Main UI

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP

    phpMyAdmin Features

    1.  Import from MySql
    2.  Export to MySQL
    phpMyAdmin iconHeidiSQL Icon

    phpMyAdmin VS HeidiSQL

    Is phpMyAdmin a good alternative to HeidiSQL?
     
    Comments about phpMyAdmin as an Alternative to HeidiSQL
     
       
    Chris

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

    CommentJan 1, 2024
    0
    Guest

    One of worth alternative among WEB BASED

    Positive commentOct 1, 2017
    0
    Guest

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

    Negative commentFeb 25, 2017
    -3
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    • Some users think phpMyAdmin is a great HeidiSQL alternative, some don't.

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

    • phpMyAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  4. DB Browser for SQLite icon
     87 likes

    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
    DB Browser for SQLite screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    DB Browser for SQLite Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  SQLite
    DB Browser for SQLite iconHeidiSQL Icon

    DB Browser for SQLite VS HeidiSQL

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  5. Beekeeper studio icon
     29 likes

    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

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

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

    Beekeeper studio VS HeidiSQL

    Is Beekeeper studio a good alternative to HeidiSQL?
     
  6. pgAdmin icon
     71 likes

    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

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    pgAdmin Features

    1.  Graphical User Interface
    2.  PostgreSQL support
    3.  MySQL Support
    pgAdmin iconHeidiSQL Icon

    pgAdmin VS HeidiSQL

    Is pgAdmin a good alternative to HeidiSQL?
     
    Comments about pgAdmin as an Alternative to HeidiSQL
     
    Guest

    It is a PostgreSQL specific app.

    Negative commentOct 2, 2020
    0
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    pgAdmin icon
    • pgAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  7. SQLiteStudio icon
     59 likes

    SQLiteStudio is a cross-platform SQLite database manager.

    25 SQLiteStudio alternatives
    Overview

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    SQLiteStudio Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Realistic graphics
    3.  MySQL Support
    4.  Simple installation
    5.  SQLite
    6.  Database Administration
    SQLiteStudio iconHeidiSQL Icon

    SQLiteStudio VS HeidiSQL

    Is SQLiteStudio a good alternative to HeidiSQL?
     
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