There are 2 open-source alternatives to HeidiSQL in this directory. The most popular is Dbeaver with 49.5k GitHub stars, followed by Beekeeper Studio(22.5k stars). All are open source, free to use, and many can be self-hosted.
| # | Tool | Stars | Language | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dbeaver DBeaver is a free, universal database management tool and SQL client that supports a wide range of databases and offers features for database developers, analysts, and database administrators. | 49.5k | Java | Apache License 2.0 |
| 2 | Beekeeper Studio Beekeeper Studio is a modern and easy-to-use SQL client for managing databases such as MySQL, Postgres, SQLite, and SQL Server across Linux, MacOS, and Windows platforms. | 22.5k | TypeScript | Other |
DBeaver is a free, universal database management tool and SQL client that supports a wide range of databases and offers features for database developers, analysts, and database administrators.
Beekeeper Studio is a modern and easy-to-use SQL client for managing databases such as MySQL, Postgres, SQLite, and SQL Server across Linux, MacOS, and Windows platforms.
The top three are Dbeaver(49.5k stars), Beekeeper Studio(22.5k stars). All are open source and free to use.
Yes. Every tool listed here is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure, which means no subscription fees and full control over your data.
Many of the alternatives listed are self-hostable. Each tool's page lists hosting details, system requirements, and licensing terms.
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