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DataGrip alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave DataGrip: commercial use requires a subscription, and heavy on memory, with a learning curve. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces DataGrip, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. DBeaver currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1DBeaver logoDBeaverOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 566.5
2Beekeeper Studio logoBeekeeper StudioFree plan + paidYesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 555.3
  1. DBeaver logo

    1. DBeaverTop pick

    Best for: Developers and analysts who work with many different SQL databases and want one free tool

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from DataGrip

    Free and open source for any use, with similar database coverage.

    Pros

    • Free and open source, with support for a huge range of databases
    • Runs on Windows, macOS and Linux
    • ER diagrams, data editor and export tools included

    Cons

    • Java/Eclipse interface feels heavy and cluttered
    • NoSQL and cloud databases need a paid PRO edition
    • Slower to start than native clients
    Visit DBeaver Compare with DataGripDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is DBeaver a good DataGrip alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free (Community edition)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
    NoSQL support
    PRO editions only (MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
    AI chat
    Included in Community
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Beekeeper Studio logo

    2. Beekeeper Studio

    Best for: Developers who want an easy, good-looking SQL client on any desktop OS

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from DataGrip

    Simpler, friendlier interface with an open-source edition.

    Pros

    • Clean, approachable interface
    • Open-source Community Edition on all three desktops
    • Paid licences keep working after you cancel

    Cons

    • Import/export and some editing features are paid
    • Fewer databases and admin tools than DBeaver
    • Subscription pricing for the full feature set
    Visit Beekeeper Studio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Beekeeper Studio a good DataGrip alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Open source
    Community Edition under GPLv3
    Checked Oct 25, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $9 per user/month, billed yearly (Indie)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro price
    $14 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, macOS, Windows
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)

The best DataGrip alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

DBeaver logo

Best DataGrip alternative for most people

DBeaver

Free and open source for any use, with similar database coverage.

DBeaver logo

Best DataGrip alternative for a free option

DBeaver

Free and open source for any use, with similar database coverage.

DBCode logo

Best DataGrip alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

DBCode

Brings a database IDE into VS Code or Cursor at a lower price.

Beekeeper Studio logo

Best DataGrip alternative for open source

Beekeeper Studio

Simpler, friendlier interface with an open-source edition.

TablePlus logo

Best DataGrip alternative for Mac

TablePlus

A much lighter native client for quick queries and edits.

DbVisualizer logo

Best DataGrip alternative for Windows

DbVisualizer

Cross-platform universal client with a perpetual licence model.

DBeaver logo

Best DataGrip alternative for Linux

DBeaver

Free and open source for any use, with similar database coverage.

DataGrip alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to DataGrip?

DBeaver ranks first right now. Free and open source for any use, with similar database coverage. DBCode and TablePlus follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to DataGrip?

Yes. DBeaver (open source), DBCode (free plan + paid), TablePlus (free plan + paid) and DbVisualizer (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to DataGrip?

Yes: DBeaver and Beekeeper Studio.

Which DataGrip alternatives work on Linux?

DBeaver, DBCode, TablePlus, DbVisualizer and Beekeeper Studio run on Linux.

Why do people switch from DataGrip?

The complaints we hear most: commercial use requires a subscription; heavy on memory, with a learning curve; interface can feel overwhelming for quick lookups.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces DataGrip, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.