The Best Open Source MySQL Workbench AlternativesTop Database Management Tools and other similar apps like MySQL Workbench

The best open source alternative to MySQL Workbench is DBeaver. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to MySQL Workbench and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to MySQL Workbench are HeidiSQL, phpMyAdmin, Sequel Pro and Beekeeper studio.

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  1. DBeaver icon

    DBeaver

     380 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.

    192 DBeaver alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    DBeaver vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    It is more stable than WB on Linux distro

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    -1

    It matches a few features, but you cannot use it to model you database from scratch.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    lewimuchiri
    Positive
    0

    Lightweight, free, multiple database support, continuous updates

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  2. HeidiSQL icon

    HeidiSQL

     253 likes

    Provides powerful tools for viewing, editing MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL, and PostgreSQL databases, with privacy features, portability, no ads, and a dark mode.

    131 HeidiSQL alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    Table Editor
     
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    HeidiSQL vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Fast, keyboard shortcuts, lightweight, portable

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    very efficient tool for adminitration tasks

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Geoff Jackson
    Positive
    -2

    Desktop based tool to connect direct to database and work with the data.

    3 of 4 comments
    • HeidiSQL is Free and Open SourceMySQL Workbench is also Free and Open Source
    • HeidiSQL is Privacy focusedMySQL Workbench is not according to our users
  4. phpMyAdmin icon

    phpMyAdmin

     286 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.

    134 phpMyAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Main UI
     
  5. Sequel Pro icon

    Sequel Pro

     133 likes

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

    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 MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Very easy to use, the interface is godly, the export and import options works better then MySQL Workbench. Only backdraw is it's on Mac OSs only.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Sequel Pro is Free and Open SourceMySQL Workbench is also Free and Open Source
  7. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     41 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL
    Beekeeper studio screenshot 1
     
  8. 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.

    186 DbGate alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    drawDB

     20 likes

    DrawDB is a robust and user-friendly database entity relationship (DBER) editor right in your browser. Build diagrams with a few clicks, export SQL scripts, customize your editor, and more without creating an account.

    41 drawDB alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  10. TablePro Database Client icon

    TablePro Database Client

     7 likes

    TablePro is a free, open-source database client for macOS and iOS. It connects to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MongoDB, Redis, SQL Server, Oracle, ClickHouse, DuckDB, Cassandra, and more using native drivers (no JDBC).

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
    • iPhone
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  11. 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.

    68 Adminer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Table structure
     
  12. Outerbase Studio icon

    Outerbase Studio

     10 likes

    Efficient browser-based tool for database management, designed for simplicity and versatility. Features include a user-friendly query editor, powerful data management capabilities, and a flexible connection manager supporting Postgres, MySQL, and SQLite.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    Outerbase Studio screenshot 1
     
  13. Antares SQL icon

    Antares SQL

     5 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Antares SQL screenshot 1
     
  14. Seaquel icon

    Seaquel

     2 likes

    Seaquel is a cross-platform database GUI that makes working with databases fast and intuitive. Connect to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, SQLite, and more through a modern interface built for both individual developers and teams.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Dashboards
     
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