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DBX alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave DBX: young project with fewer advanced features than DBeaver or DataGrip, and much of the community discussion and some docs are in Chinese. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces DBX, 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 474.4
  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

    74.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from DBX

    Polished native paid client with a fast UI, if you only need mainstream databases.

    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 ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is TablePlus a good DBX alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    $99 one-time per device (Basic)
    Checked Oct 29, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Licence type
    One-time purchase, no auto-renewal
    Checked Oct 29, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial limits
    2 tabs, 2 windows, 2 advanced filters
    Checked Oct 29, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS
    Checked Oct 29, 2026tableplus.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best DBX alternative for…

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

DBeaver logo

Best DBX alternative for most people

DBeaver

The established open-source universal client, heavier but with deeper tooling and a long track record.

DBeaver logo

Best DBX alternative for a free option

DBeaver

The established open-source universal client, heavier but with deeper tooling and a long track record.

Beekeeper Studio logo

Best DBX alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Beekeeper Studio

Cleaner, simpler open-source SQL client for people who mainly use the popular SQL engines.

DbGate logo

Best DBX alternative for open source

DbGate

Another free cross-database client with a web mode, mature data editing and an English-first community.

Chat2DB logo

Best DBX alternative for self-hosting

Chat2DB

Also pairs a multi-database client with AI SQL generation, with a hosted option.

TablePlus logo

Best DBX alternative for Mac

TablePlus

Polished native paid client with a fast UI, if you only need mainstream databases.

Navicat Premium logo

Best DBX alternative for Windows

Navicat Premium

Commercial all-rounder with strong modelling, sync and backup tools for teams that can pay.

DBeaver logo

Best DBX alternative for Linux

DBeaver

The established open-source universal client, heavier but with deeper tooling and a long track record.

DbGate logo

Best DBX alternative for working in the browser

DbGate

Another free cross-database client with a web mode, mature data editing and an English-first community.

DBX alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to DBX?

DBeaver ranks first right now. The established open-source universal client, heavier but with deeper tooling and a long track record. Beekeeper Studio and TablePlus follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to DBX?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to DBX?

Yes: DBeaver, Beekeeper Studio, DbGate and Chat2DB. DbGate and Chat2DB can also be self-hosted.

Which DBX alternatives work on Linux?

DBeaver, Beekeeper Studio, TablePlus, DbGate and Chat2DB run on Linux.

Why do people switch from DBX?

The complaints we hear most: young project with fewer advanced features than DBeaver or DataGrip; much of the community discussion and some docs are in Chinese; breadth of engines means some drivers get less polish than others.

How is this list ranked?

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