18.5
Outerbase Studio is a free, open-source database GUI client focused on local-first development.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
Best Database Client Software in 2026
Outerbase Studio leads this chart of 53 (8.5/10, free plan). DBeaver is next (8.3/10, free plan), and Beekeeper Studio is the next highest-placed with a free plan (8.1/10). Database client software connects to databases so you can run queries and work with data; compare database support and the data-editing tools you need. On a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device, check Android support for the specific client before choosing. The platform list here names Windows, macOS, Linux, self-hosted, web and API; it does not establish Android availability.
28.3
DBeaver Community connects to databases with JDBC drivers and some external sources without them.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPIExtension
38.1
Beekeeper Studio offers SQL editing with autocomplete, saved queries, and results for several databases.
Free planOpen sourceAPIExtensionLinux
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MySQL
MySQL is an open-source database for web, e-commerce, SaaS, and online transaction processing applications.
Free planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted7.9Free plan - 5
Database Workbench
A database IDE for implementing and documenting databases across Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL and others.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.5€199 one-time - 6
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is an IDE for PostgreSQL development, management, data analysis, and reporting.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.5From $89.95 a year - 7
dotConnect
dotConnect is a suite of ADO.NET data providers for .NET applications and websites that need direct access to databases and cloud services.
Free planAPILinuxmacOSWindows7.4$219.95 one-time - 8
Avidemux
Free planOpen sourceWebLinuxmacOSWindows7.3Free plan - 9
DbGate
DbGate includes query history, autocomplete, and data editing for databases such as MySQL and MongoDB.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted7.2From $3.90 a month - 10
CloudBeaver
CloudBeaver Enterprise is a browser-based application for managing multiple data sources from one interface.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted7.1From $1,025 a year - 11
DbVisualizer
DbVisualizer explores and optimizes databases that can connect through a JDBC driver.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.9From $199 a year - 12
SQLPro Studio
SQLPro Studio is a native database management application for querying and managing relational databases.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows6.9Free plan - 13
Valentina Studio
Valentina Studio is a desktop database management and development tool for SQL and NoSQL workflows.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.9$79.99 one-time - 14
DataGrip
DataGrip is a desktop IDE for working with relational and NoSQL databases on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.8From $10.90 a month - 15
dbFront
dbFront connects to an existing database and generates a web application that teams can use to access, search, and update its data.
Free planWebSelf-hostedWindows6.8$249 one-time - 16
Navicat Premium
Navicat Premium is a desktop application for developing and managing databases through one interface.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.8$1,299 one-time - 17
TablePlus
TablePlus is a native graphical interface for managing relational databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, SQLite, and other listed systems.
iOSLinuxmacOSWindows6.8$79 one-time - 18
DuckDB UI
DuckDB UI is a browser-based interface for working with a local DuckDB instance, added through the ui extension.
Free planWebExtensionLinuxmacOS6.7Free plan - 19
JXplorer
Browse LDAP directory data, edit entries and attributes, and copy information between directories.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.7$10 one-time - 20
Redis Insight
Redis Insight provides GUI and CLI tools for browsing, analyzing, and querying Redis data.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted6.7Free plan - 21
Datazenit
WebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted6.6$49 one-time - 22
Postico 2
Free planmacOS6.6$29 one-time - 23
Database Browser
Free planWeb6.5From $9 a month - 24
KEXI
KEXI builds database forms and reports, with visual table and query designers; SQLite is the default.
Free planAndroidLinuxmacOSWindows6.5Free plan - 25
pgAdmin
pgAdmin is a graphical tool for PostgreSQL administration, development and monitoring.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted6.5Free plan
Choosing well
Which platforms does the client need to run on?
Start with the devices and environments you plan to use. The platform comparison covers Windows, macOS, Linux, self-hosted, web and API.
If Android access matters on a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device, verify that the particular client offers an Android app; the listed platform categories do not say that it does.
Which databases does it support?
Check the database support field against the databases you need to connect to. A client’s name alone does not establish support for a particular database.
What query and data tools should I compare?
Compare SSH tunneling, data editing, a visual query builder and query history with your workflow. Result export formats matter if you need to take query output elsewhere.
Can I use it for free, and what does paid access cost?
Check whether the client has a free plan, whether it offers a trial, and the listed starting price for paid access. Terms differ: for example, Beekeeper Studio lists a $9-per-user monthly price on annual billing, while DbGate lists $12 per month.
Other listed examples with free plans include Outerbase Studio, MySQL and Redis Insight.
Where can the client be deployed?
Compare deployment options with your setup. The list distinguishes desktop platforms, web, API and self-hosted deployment; check the individual client’s details for the option you require.
Questions people ask
How do I choose a database client for Android?
Check whether the specific client offers an Android app. The listed platform categories are Windows, macOS, Linux, self-hosted, web and API, and do not confirm Android support.
What database client features should I compare?
Compare database support, SSH tunneling, data editing, a visual query builder, result export formats and query history.
Can I get database client software for free?
Some listed clients have free plans; examples include Outerbase Studio, DBeaver, MySQL and Redis Insight. Check the individual plan terms.
Which database clients work in a web browser?
Web is one of the platform categories used for comparison. Check an individual client's platform details to confirm web access.
Do database clients support SSH tunneling?
SSH tunneling is one of the comparison fields. Check the specific client’s details to see whether it supports the feature.