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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
1TablePlus logoTablePlusFree plan + paidNomacOS, Windows, Linux +14 of 459.6
  1. TablePlus logo

    1. TablePlusTop pick

    Best for: Developers who want a fast, good-looking client for everyday queries and data edits

    Free plan + paidmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from DataGrip

    A much lighter native client for quick queries and edits.

    Pros

    • Fast, native and pleasant to use
    • Many SQL and NoSQL databases in one app
    • One-time licence with no subscription

    Cons

    • Free version limits tabs, windows and filters
    • Licences are per device
    • Fewer advanced modelling and admin tools than big IDEs
    Visit TablePlus Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 TablePlus a good DataGrip alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    $99 one-time per device (Basic)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Licence type
    One-time purchase, no auto-renewal
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial limits
    2 tabs, 2 windows, 2 advanced filters
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tableplus.com(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.