DBeaver
8.3#2 in database client softwareFrom $113 a yearFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
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SQuirreL SQL Client
6.5#27 in database client softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | DBeaver | SQuirreL SQL Client |
|---|---|---|
| Extensibility | DBeaver is built on Eclipse and supports installing official and third-party Eclipse plugins, including Git, SQL debugger, Office integration and collaboration extensions. | Java plugins extend the application, and plugins from its repository are included in the installer. |
| License | The DBeaver Community source repository states that its code is licensed under the Apache License 2.0. | The project says it has been released under the GNU Lesser General Public License since version 1.1beta2. |
| 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. | SQuirreL is a graphical Java client for viewing JDBC database structure, browsing table data, and issuing SQL commands. |
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
SQuirreL SQL Client plans
- SQuirreL SQL ClientFree
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 SQuirreL SQL Client if…
SQuirreL SQL Client may suit people who want a desktop Java client for JDBC-connected databases and SQL work. It is worth considering if you need query result editing, Excel export or plugin extensions.