phpMyAdmin Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to phpMyAdmin 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 phpMyAdmin and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to phpMyAdmin are HeidiSQL, MySQL Workbench, Beekeeper studio and DbGate.

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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.

    181 DBeaver alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    DBeaver vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    phpMyAdmin has a terrible user interface and it's a pain to learn. DBeaver it's quite straight forward, easy to learn and use. It's also a lot more powerful.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourcephpMyAdmin 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.

    125 HeidiSQL alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    Table Editor
     
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    HeidiSQL vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    acosta-edgar
    Negative
    0

    Not web based, and not even multi-platform

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

    Very fast, easy of use , well organized with colors and icons and ready queries

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • HeidiSQL is Free and Open SourcephpMyAdmin is also Free and Open Source
    • HeidiSQL is Lightweight and Privacy focusedphpMyAdmin is not according to our users
  4. MySQL Workbench icon

    MySQL Workbench

     268 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.

    122 MySQL Workbench alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    MySQL Workbench vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Workbench is a standalone app. phpMyAdmin is a web based app. Completely different.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    -11

    DBeaver is a standalone app. phpMyAdmin is a web based app. Completely different.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MySQL Workbench is Free and Open SourcephpMyAdmin is also Free and Open Source
    • MySQL Workbench is LightweightphpMyAdmin is not according to our users
  5. Beekeeper studio icon

    Beekeeper studio

     39 likes

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

    107 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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    Beekeeper studio vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    acosta-edgar
    Negative
    0

    Looks like a great product, but it is not web based.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Beekeeper studio is Freemium and Open SourcephpMyAdmin is Free and Open Source
  6. 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.

    178 DbGate alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    DbGate vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    acosta-edgar
    Positive
    0

    it is well and frequently maintained, offers lots of security options, it can be used in many more ways than phpMyAdmin, including as a web application, and it supports many database engines.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • DbGate is Freemium and Open SourcephpMyAdmin is Free and Open Source
    • DbGate is LightweightphpMyAdmin is not according to our users
  7. DataGrip icon

    DataGrip

     77 likes

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

    99 DataGrip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Main window
     
  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
     
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    Valentina Studio vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Fast, easy to use and a lot of functionality required to use with database server.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Valentina Studio is Freemium and ProprietaryphpMyAdmin is Free and Open Source
    • Valentina Studio is LightweightphpMyAdmin is not according to our users
  10. 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.

    111 Navicat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Navicat screenshot 1
     
  11. 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.

    101 dbForge Studio for MySQL alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    dbForge Studio for MySQL vs phpMyAdmin Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    barry-chisco-business
    0

    functionality is wider and more useful

    gaddis18ri
    Positive
    0

    phpMyAdmin is good and free, but if you start working on complex projects and face a broad set of tasks dbForge Studio is better choice than phpMyAdmin.

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

    The best tool for MySQL & MariaDB.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 20 comments
    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryphpMyAdmin is Free and Open Source
  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.

    109 Tableplus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Tableplus screenshot 1
     
  14. Oracle SQL Developer icon

    Oracle SQL Developer

     56 likes

    Oracle SQL Developer is a free and fully supported graphical tool for database development. With SQL Developer, you can browse database objects, run SQL statements and SQL scripts, and edit and debug PL/SQL statements.

    63 Oracle SQL Developer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    SQL Developer on Windows
     
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