The Best MySQL Workbench AlternativesTop Database Management Tools and other similar apps like MySQL Workbench

MySQL Workbench is described as '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' and is a very popular database management tool in the development category. There are more than 100 alternatives to MySQL Workbench for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best MySQL Workbench alternative is DBeaver, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like MySQL Workbench are HeidiSQL, phpMyAdmin, dbForge Studio for MySQL and Sequel Pro.

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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

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Eclipse
    • Flatpak
    • Java
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    DBeaver vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    It is more stable than WB on Linux distro

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    -1

    It matches a few features, but you cannot use it to model you database from scratch.

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

    Lightweight, free, multiple database support, continuous updates

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
    • DBeaver is Freemium and Open SourceMySQL Workbench 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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    • Windows
    • Linux
    Table Editor
     
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    HeidiSQL vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Fast, keyboard shortcuts, lightweight, portable

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    very efficient tool for adminitration tasks

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Geoff Jackson
    Positive
    -2

    Desktop based tool to connect direct to database and work with the data.

    3 of 4 comments
    • HeidiSQL is Free and Open SourceMySQL Workbench is also Free and Open Source
    • HeidiSQL is Privacy focusedMySQL Workbench is not according to our users
  4. phpMyAdmin icon

    phpMyAdmin

     285 likes

    phpMyAdmin is a tool written in PHP intended to handle the administration of MySQL over the Web. Currently it can create and drop databases, create/drop/alter tables, delete/edit/add fields, execute any SQL statement, manage keys on fields.

    129 phpMyAdmin alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Main UI
     
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    DrawSQL

    This tool aids developers in creating, visualizing, and collaborating on database entity relationship diagrams. It enhances workflow and schema understanding while offering a cloud-based solution that synchronizes and maintains t...

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  6. 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    dbForge Studio for MySQL vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    MaryOdintskevich
    1

    more powerful functionality, user-friendly, suitable for working with a large amount of data

    LeonhardMathias
    Positive
    0

    This tool is packed with features and super current. Out of all the options out there, the studio wins hands down for being easiest to use. It's as if you can almost hear it guiding you through each step!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    lavixo1753
    Positive
    0

    In my opinion, it stands out as one of the top alternatives due to its exceptional interface and its versatile array of features.

    3 of 32 comments
    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  7. Sequel Pro icon

    Sequel Pro

     133 likes

    Sequel Pro is a fast, easy-to-use Mac database management application for working with MySQL databases.

    85 Sequel Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    Sequel Pro vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Very easy to use, the interface is godly, the export and import options works better then MySQL Workbench. Only backdraw is it's on Mac OSs only.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Sequel Pro is Free and Open SourceMySQL Workbench is also Free and Open Source
  8. 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
     
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    DataGrip vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    very comfortable but need a lot of resources

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

    Cool and fast code completion

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • DataGrip is Free Personal and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
  10. 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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  11. 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
     
  12. 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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  13. drawDB icon

    drawDB

     20 likes

    DrawDB is a robust and user-friendly database entity relationship (DBER) editor right in your browser. Build diagrams with a few clicks, export SQL scripts, customize your editor, and more without creating an account.

    38 drawDB alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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    Adminer

     92 likes

    Adminer (formerly phpMinAdmin) is a full-featured database management tool written in PHP. Conversely to phpMyAdmin, it consist of a single file ready to deploy to the target server. Adminer is available for MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MS SQL and Oracle.

    65 Adminer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    Table structure
     
  15. 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
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    Navicat vs MySQL Workbench Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Costly but useful on windows

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Navicat is Paid and ProprietaryMySQL Workbench is Free and Open Source
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