pgcli alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave pgcli: terminal only, no visual editing, and postgreSQL only. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces pgcli, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. usql currently ranks first.
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The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.
Best pgcli alternative for most people
usqlA single psql-like CLI that also works with MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle and more.
Best pgcli alternative for a free option
HarlequinA full-screen terminal SQL IDE with a catalogue and results viewer.
Best pgcli alternative for open source
pgAdminA free graphical tool for full Postgres administration.
Best pgcli alternative for self-hosting
pgAdminA free graphical tool for full Postgres administration.
Best pgcli alternative for Windows
usqlA single psql-like CLI that also works with MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle and more.
Best pgcli alternative for Linux
usqlA single psql-like CLI that also works with MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle and more.
Best pgcli alternative for working in the browser
pgAdminA free graphical tool for full Postgres administration.
pgcli alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to pgcli?
usql ranks first right now. A single psql-like CLI that also works with MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle and more. Harlequin and pgAdmin follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to pgcli?
Yes. usql (open source), Harlequin (open source) and pgAdmin (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to pgcli?
Yes: usql, Harlequin and pgAdmin. pgAdmin can also be self-hosted.
Which pgcli alternatives work on Linux?
usql, Harlequin and pgAdmin run on Linux.
Why do people switch from pgcli?
The complaints we hear most: terminal only, no visual editing; postgreSQL only; needs Python to install.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces pgcli, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.