Navicat Alternatives for Mac

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

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  1. DBeaver icon

    DBeaver

     382 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.

    196 DBeaver alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    DBeaver vs Navicat Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    4
    1. Any RDBMS
    2. Any user platform
    3. Project-oriented UX
    4. Reverse engeneering (based on FK)
    5. Actively maintained. Welcome for enhancements.
    BroJenuel
    Positive
    0

    If your working on mySQL, the DBeaver community edition is just the best one to use.

    vglist
    Positive
    -3

    Community and Enterprise versions. Multidatabase.

    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceNavicat is Paid and Proprietary
  2. MySQL Workbench icon

    MySQL Workbench

     270 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.

    132 MySQL Workbench alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    MySQL Workbench vs Navicat Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -3

    MySQL Workbench requires more understanding of the database management system as opposed to Navicat.

    • MySQL Workbench is Free and Open SourceNavicat is Paid and Proprietary
    • MySQL Workbench is LightweightNavicat is not according to our users
  4. 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 Navicat Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    MaryOdintskevich
    3

    Simple to get started, great features, perfect ui

    hestuvafyo
    Positive
    0

    I prefer dbForge Studio for MySQL over Navicat because of its intuitive interface, robust features, and seamless integration with MySQL/MariaDB databases.

    fovomas901
    Positive
    0

    dbForge Studio for MySQL offers a comprehensive set of features for database development, management, and administration. I find that it provides all the tools they need without unnecessary extras.

    3 of 24 comments
    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryNavicat is Paid and Proprietary
  5. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     42 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
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  7. DataGrip icon

    DataGrip

     79 likes

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

    111 DataGrip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Main window
     
  8. PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code icon

    PostgreSQL for Visual Studio Code

     14 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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  9. Valentina Studio icon

    Valentina Studio

     166 likes

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

     33 likes

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

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

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

    pgAdmin

     74 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.

    79 pgAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Welcome screen, standard theme
     
  12. 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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  14. 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
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