Open Source HeidiSQL Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to HeidiSQL for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. 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, Beekeeper studio and DB Browser for SQLite.

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  1. DBeaver icon

    DBeaver

     373 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.

    181 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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    5

    Works great with different databases and also available on Linux

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    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

     268 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.

    121 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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MySQL Workbench is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  4. phpMyAdmin icon

    phpMyAdmin

     285 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.

    129 phpMyAdmin alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
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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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -3

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • phpMyAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  5. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     39 likes

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

    107 Beekeeper studio alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL
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  7. DbGate icon

    DbGate

     31 likes

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

    178 DbGate alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  9. pgAdmin icon

    pgAdmin

     73 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.

    70 pgAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Welcome screen, standard theme
     
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    pgAdmin vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It is a PostgreSQL specific app.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • pgAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  10. SQLiteStudio icon

    SQLiteStudio

     62 likes

    SQLiteStudio is a cross-platform SQLite database manager.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Overview
     
  11. PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code icon

    PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code

     9 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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    Antares SQL

     5 likes

    Antares is an SQL client that aims to become an useful and complete tool, especially for developers.

    40 Antares SQL alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  13. PgManage icon

    PgManage

     2 likes

    PgManage is a modern graphical database client and administration toolkit, with a primary focus on PostgreSQL while also supporting other databases.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Welcome Screen with recent DB connections and hotkey hints
     
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