18.3
DBeaver is a database management tool with a free, open-source Community edition and paid editions for individual and enterprise use.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPIExtension
Best Database Management Software in 2026
Use database management software to work with databases via desktop, web, self-hosted and API tools. The list includes products such as DBeaver, MySQL and pgAdmin. Compare the platforms you use, pricing model, free-plan terms, trial length and whether open-source code or self-hosting fits your needs.
28.1
Beekeeper Studio is an open source SQL client and database manager for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Free planOpen sourceAPIExtensionLinux
37.9
MySQL is an open-source database for web, e-commerce, SaaS, and online transaction processing applications.
Free planAPILinuxmacOS
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DbGate
DbGate is a client and manager for SQL and NoSQL databases, available as desktop software and through web deployment.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted7.2From $3.90 a month - 5
DbVisualizer
DbVisualizer is a desktop database client for working with databases through JDBC drivers.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.9From $199 a year - 6
SQLPro Studio
SQLPro Studio is a native database management application for querying and managing relational databases.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows6.9Free plan - 7
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 - 8
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 - 9
pgAdmin
pgAdmin is a graphical tool for PostgreSQL administration, development and monitoring.
Free planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted6.5Free plan - 10
Aqua Data Studio
LinuxmacOSWindows6.4From $499 a year - 11
HeidiSQL
HeidiSQL is a free desktop client for connecting to databases and editing their data and structures.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.4Free plan - 12
SQLyog
SQLyog is a desktop GUI for developing and administering MySQL and MariaDB databases.
LinuxmacOSWindows6.4$299 one-time - 13
Oracle SQL Developer
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows5.8Free plan
Choosing well
Check platform support
Across the list, tools run on macOS, Windows and Linux, with some offering self-hosted, web or API access. Match the tool to the computers, servers or services you plan to use.
Android support is not included in the platform facts. Verify it with the maker if phone or tablet access matters.
Compare plans and trials
Several entries—among them Beekeeper Studio, DataGrip, DBeaver, DbGate and DbVisualizer—offer free plans. HeidiSQL, Oracle SQL Developer and pgAdmin also list free plans.
Examples of paid prices are $499 per user per year for Aqua Data Studio, $299 per user for SQLyog and $12 per month for DbGate. Trial periods listed range from 7 to 30 days.
Review source and licence terms
Open-source code is offered by items in this category. For code you may want to read, modify or redistribute, review the chosen product's licence.
Choose a deployment style
Tools in this category can run as desktop software, through a web interface, on your own infrastructure or through an API. Decide where database access should take place before comparing products.
Questions people ask
Do database tools in this list have free plans?
Yes. Free plans are listed for Beekeeper Studio, DataGrip, DBeaver, DbGate, DbVisualizer, HeidiSQL, MySQL, Oracle SQL Developer and pgAdmin.
Can I try a paid database tool before buying?
Trial periods listed by these products range from 7 days for SQLPro Studio to 30 days for DataGrip and DbGate. Other examples list 14- or 21-day trials.
Is open-source database software available?
Open-source code is offered by items in this category. Review the licence for the product you are considering.
Which platforms are covered?
Listed platform coverage spans macOS, Windows, Linux, self-hosted, web and API options.