MySQL Workbench Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to MySQL Workbench for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is HeidiSQL, 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 Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to MySQL Workbench are dbForge Studio for MySQL, DataGrip, Beekeeper studio and Valentina Studio.

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  1. HeidiSQL icon
     249 likes

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

    118 HeidiSQL alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    4
    Comments about HeidiSQL as an Alternative to MySQL Workbench
    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 icon
    HeidiSQL icon
    • HeidiSQL is Free and Open SourceMySQL Workbench is also Free and Open Source
    • HeidiSQL is Privacy focusedMySQL Workbench is not according to our users
  2. 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.

    94 dbForge Studio for MySQL alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Comments about dbForge Studio for MySQL as an Alternative to MySQL Workbench
    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
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    dbForge Studio for MySQL icon
    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  3. DataGrip icon
     77 likes

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

    89 DataGrip alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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    Comments about DataGrip as an Alternative to MySQL Workbench
    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 icon
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    • DataGrip is Paid and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  4. Open Source SQL Editor and Database Manager for MySQL, SQL Server, Postgres, Redshift, Sqlite and more.

    100 Beekeeper studio alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • MariaDB
    • Microsoft SQL Server
    • CockroachDB
    • Amazon Redshift
    • PostgreSQL
     
  5. Valentina Studio icon
     166 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.

    95 Valentina Studio alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  6. DbGate icon
     29 likes

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

    170 DbGate alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  7. Navicat icon
     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.

    106 Navicat alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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    Comments about Navicat as an Alternative to MySQL Workbench
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Costly but useful on windows

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Navicat icon
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    • Navicat is Paid and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  8. 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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  9. Toad Edge icon
     28 likes

    Toad for MySQL is a freeware development tool that enables you to quickly and efficiently create and execute queries, automate database object management, and develop SQL code. Toad MySQL provides utilities to compare, extract, and search for objects.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  10. Antares SQL icon
     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
     
  11. SQLyog icon
     36 likes

    SQLyog MySQL GUI is the most powerful MySQL manager and admin tool, combining the features of MySQL Query Browser, Administrator, phpMyAdmin and various other MySQL Front Ends and MySQL clients in a single intuitive interface.

    73 SQLyog alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  12. Tableplus icon
     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.

    100 Tableplus alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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