MySQL Workbench Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to MySQL Workbench for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux 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 MySQL Workbench and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to MySQL Workbench are HeidiSQL, phpMyAdmin, dbForge Studio for MySQL and DataGrip.

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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.

    182 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

     250 likes

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

    126 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

     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.

    131 phpMyAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Main UI
     
  5. dbForge Studio for MySQL icon

    dbForge Studio for MySQL

     288 likes

    dbForge Studio for MySQL is the universal MySQL and MariaDB client for database management, administration and development. With the help of this intelligent MySQL client the work with data and code has become easier and more convenient.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    dbForge Studio for MySQL vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    MaryOdintskevich
    1

    more powerful functionality, user-friendly, suitable for working with a large amount of data

    LeonhardMathias
    Positive
    0

    This tool is packed with features and super current. Out of all the options out there, the studio wins hands down for being easiest to use. It's as if you can almost hear it guiding you through each step!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    lavixo1753
    Positive
    0

    In my opinion, it stands out as one of the top alternatives due to its exceptional interface and its versatile array of features.

    3 of 32 comments
    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  6. DataGrip icon

    DataGrip

     77 likes

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

    100 DataGrip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Main window
     
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    DataGrip vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    very comfortable but need a lot of resources

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

    Cool and fast code completion

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • DataGrip is Free Personal and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  7. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     39 likes

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

    110 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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  9. Valentina Studio icon

    Valentina Studio

     167 likes

    FREE native AI enabled database manager for RDBMS: DuckDB, MariaDB, MySQL, 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
     
  10. 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.

    180 DbGate alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    DbGate screenshot 1
     
  11. 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.

    114 Navicat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    1
    Navicat vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Costly but useful on windows

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Navicat is Paid and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  12. 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
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  13. Tableplus icon

    Tableplus

     32 likes

    A native app which helps you easily edit database data and structure. TablePlus includes many security features to protect your database, including native libssh and TLS to encrypt your connection.

    110 Tableplus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Tableplus screenshot 1
     
  14. dbForge Studio for SQL Server icon

    dbForge Studio for SQL Server

     213 likes

    dbForge Studio for SQL Server is an integrated environment for SQL Server development, management, administration, data reporting, analysis, version-control database changes and test data generation.

    59 dbForge Studio for SQL Server alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    dbForge Studio for SQL Server screenshot 1
     
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