DBeaver
8.3#2 in database client softwareFrom $113 a yearFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
VisitDBeaver vs SQLPad
What both publish
| Fact | DBeaver | SQLPad |
|---|---|---|
| API | Team Edition provides GraphQL and REST APIs, an MCP server, and a JDBC proxy driver for integrations and automation. | SQLPad provides a REST-style API and supports bearer service tokens scoped to an admin or editor role and an optional time window. |
| Database support | DBeaver Community supports databases with a JDBC driver and can handle external data sources that may not have one. | It supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, ClickHouse, Crate, Vertica, Trino, Presto, SAP HANA, Cassandra, BigQuery, SQLite, TiDB, and other databases through ODBC. |
| Purpose | DBeaver Community is a free, open-source database management tool, and the company offers products for database management from open-source tools to enterprise software. | SQLPad is a web app for writing and running SQL queries and visualizing results. |
DBeaver plans
- CommunityFree
- DBeaver CommunityFree
- Lite monthly$12 a month
- DBeaver Lite Monthly Subscription$12 a month
- Enterprise Edition Monthly Subscription$26 a month
- Enterprise monthly$26 a month
SQLPad plans
No prices published.
Pick DBeaver if…
DBeaver suits people who need to work with databases and data sources through desktop tools, or teams seeking server-based or cloud database workflows. Community is a free option for personal projects; paid editions offer additional product capabilities and support.
Pick SQLPad if…
SQLPad suits users who need browser-based querying across several database systems. It also fits teams wanting query history, downloadable results, role-based access, and API authentication.