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 DBeaver, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 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 (Freemium), HeidiSQL (Free, Open Source), DataGrip (Paid) and Valentina Studio (Freemium).

    The list of alternatives was last updated Mar 8, 2021
    MySQL Workbench info, screenshots & reviewsAlternatives to MySQL Workbench
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    Features

    • Database Management
    • SQLite
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    • Web-Based
    • ER Diagrams
    • Autocompletion
    • Multiple DataBase
    • Portable
    • Support for MariaDB
    • Data export/import
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    • Lightweight
    • PostgreSQL support
    • Relational database
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    • DBeaver

      DBeaver - Universal Database Manager and SQL Client. DBeaver is free and open source (GPL) universal database tool for developers and database administrators. View 110 alternatives to DBeaver
      Most users think DBeaver is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench.
      • Freemium • Open Source
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      • Eclipse
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      DBeaver vs MySQL Workbench
      pros, cons and recent comments
      It is more stable than WB on Linux distro
      Top positive comment  about 4 years ago

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      Much more user friendly and stable. Easy to use without deep learning curve.
      Top positive comment  almost 4 years ago

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      It matches a few features, but you cannot use it to model you database from scratch.
      Top negative comment  over 1 year ago

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      It has free version and is available on Linux
      Positive comment • about 3 years ago

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      Is easier and simpler to use, it feels 'lighter' and it doesn't use a lot of resources
      Positive comment • over 3 years ago

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      DBeaver is free and open source (GPL 2) universal database tool for developers and database administrators.
      Positive comment • about 6 years ago

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    • dbForge Studio for MySQL

      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. View 79 alternatives to dbForge Studio for MySQL
      Almost everyone thinks dbForge Studio for MySQL is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench.
      • Freemium • Proprietary
      • Windows
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      dbForge Studio for MySQL vs MySQL Workbench
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      Barnes best MariaDB database management tool
      Top positive comment  about 2 years ago

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      BenT87 Supports visual query profiling and can compare profiling results between different queries
      Top positive comment  about 2 years ago

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      zalez555 Can't find any other solution with such a broad compatibility options. All MySQL, MariaDB versions, Sphinx Search Engine... like a a Swiss-army knife
      Positive comment • about 2 years ago

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      OnSearch simply the best GUI tool for MySQL and MariaDB (prof edition). can't find cheaper solution, even half power
      Positive comment • about 2 years ago

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      AndreBr simply the best choice for Windows OS
      Positive comment • about 2 years ago

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      AlexTurn "easy to sort out" interface & powerful functionality
      Positive comment • about 2 years ago

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      shitkoff WB has just a basic features, and cannot be compared with dbForge.
      Positive comment • over 2 years ago

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    • HeidiSQL

      Lets you view and edit data from MariaDB, MySQL, Microsoft SQL, or PostgreSQL databases. View 89 alternatives to HeidiSQL
      Most users think HeidiSQL is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench.
      • Free • Open Source
      • Windows
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      HeidiSQL vs MySQL Workbench
      pros, cons and recent comments
      very efficient tool for adminitration tasks
      Positive comment • about 2 years ago

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      Fast, keyboard shortcuts, lightweight, portable
      Positive comment • over 2 years ago

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      bsienn Workbench interface is not intuitive, really conjusted and bloated. And it doesn't work with xampp database maridb well.
      Positive comment • over 4 years ago

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      zigojacko Desktop based tool to connect direct to database and work with the data.
      Positive comment • over 4 years ago

      -2

    • DataGrip

      DataGrip is a database IDE from JetBrains that is tailored to suit specific needs of professional SQL developers. View 65 alternatives to DataGrip
      Most users think DataGrip is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench.
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      DataGrip vs MySQL Workbench
      pros, cons and recent comments
      very comfortable but need a lot of resources
      Positive comment • over 4 years ago

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      Cool and fast code completion
      Positive comment • over 5 years ago

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    • Valentina Studio

      FREE native database manager for SQLite, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server and Valentina DB. PRO Edition adds Report Editor and Form Editor with JavaScripting and dozen features. View 73 alternatives to Valentina Studio
      Some users think Valentina Studio is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench, some don't.
      • Freemium • Proprietary
      • Mac
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    • SQuirreL SQL

      SQuirreL SQL is an open-source Java SQL Client program that will allow you to view the structure of a JDBC compliant database, browse the data in tables, issue SQL commands etc. View 71 alternatives to SQuirreL SQL
      Some users think SQuirreL SQL is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench, some don't.
      • Free • Open Source
      • Mac
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      SQuirreL SQL vs MySQL Workbench
      pros, cons and recent comments
      Easy to use and has version for arm architecture on raspberry.
      Positive comment • 5 months ago

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      it is a data mapping tool
      Negative comment • about 6 years ago

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    • Navicat

      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. View 85 alternatives to Navicat
      Some users think Navicat is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench, some don't.
      • Mac
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      Navicat vs MySQL Workbench
      pros, cons and recent comments
      Costly but useful on windows
      Positive comment • about 2 years ago

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    • Tableplus

      TablePlus is 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. View 70 alternatives to Tableplus
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    • Toad Edge

      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. View 48 alternatives to Toad Edge
      Most users think Toad Edge is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench.
      • Windows
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    • SQLyog

      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... View 57 alternatives to SQLyog
      Most users think SQLyog is a great alternative to MySQL Workbench.
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