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Querious alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Querious: macOS only, and mySQL family only. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Querious, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Sequel Ace currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Sequel Ace logoSequel AceOpen sourceYesmacOS4 of 466.5
2TablePlus logoTablePlusFree plan + paidNomacOS, Windows, Linux +14 of 462.6
3MySQL Workbench logoMySQL WorkbenchOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 459.6
4DBeaver logoDBeaverOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 557.2
  1. Sequel Ace logo

    1. Sequel AceTop pick

    Best for: Mac users who work with MySQL or MariaDB and want a free native app

    Open sourcemacOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Querious

    Free and open source for MySQL on the Mac, with a simpler feature set.

    Pros

    • Free, open source and native on macOS
    • Familiar to former Sequel Pro users
    • Simple, fast table browsing and editing

    Cons

    • MySQL and MariaDB only
    • macOS only and needs a recent version
    • Volunteer-run, so features arrive slowly
    Visit Sequel Ace Details 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 Sequel Ace a good Querious alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Supported databases
    MySQL and MariaDB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Requirements
    macOS 13.5 or later
    Checked Oct 25, 2026sequel-ace.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Database versions
    MySQL 5.7+, MariaDB 10.0+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026sequel-ace.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Distribution
    Mac App Store
    Checked Oct 25, 2026sequel-ace.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. TablePlus logo

    2. TablePlus

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

    Free plan + paidmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Querious

    Native and fast, and also handles Postgres, Redis and more.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Querious 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)
  3. MySQL Workbench logo

    3. MySQL Workbench

    Best for: MySQL developers and DBAs who want the official, free tool from Oracle

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Querious

    Free official MySQL tool with modelling and performance reports.

    Pros

    • Official tool with deep MySQL administration and performance views
    • Free and open source Community edition
    • SQL notebooks and modelling in one app

    Cons

    • MySQL only
    • Recent rewrite changed familiar workflows
    • Some features depend on paid MySQL Enterprise products
    Visit MySQL Workbench 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 MySQL Workbench a good Querious alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL (Community edition)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dev.mysql.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Linux, macOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dev.mysql.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Foundation
    Built on MySQL Shell
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mysql.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Notebooks
    SQL, JavaScript and TypeScript
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mysql.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. DBeaver logo

    4. DBeaver

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

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Querious

    Free and cross-platform with MySQL and many other databases.

    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 Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 Querious 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)

The best Querious alternative for…

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

Sequel Ace logo

Best Querious alternative for most people

Sequel Ace

Free and open source for MySQL on the Mac, with a simpler feature set.

MySQL Workbench logo

Best Querious alternative for a free option

MySQL Workbench

Free official MySQL tool with modelling and performance reports.

TablePlus logo

Best Querious alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

TablePlus

Native and fast, and also handles Postgres, Redis and more.

DBeaver logo

Best Querious alternative for open source

DBeaver

Free and cross-platform with MySQL and many other databases.

Sequel Ace logo

Best Querious alternative for Mac

Sequel Ace

Free and open source for MySQL on the Mac, with a simpler feature set.

TablePlus logo

Best Querious alternative for Windows

TablePlus

Native and fast, and also handles Postgres, Redis and more.

TablePlus logo

Best Querious alternative for Linux

TablePlus

Native and fast, and also handles Postgres, Redis and more.

Querious alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Querious?

Sequel Ace ranks first right now. Free and open source for MySQL on the Mac, with a simpler feature set. TablePlus and MySQL Workbench follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Querious?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Querious?

Yes: Sequel Ace, MySQL Workbench and DBeaver.

Which Querious alternatives work on Linux?

TablePlus, MySQL Workbench and DBeaver run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Querious?

The complaints we hear most: macOS only; mySQL family only; updates beyond the first year cost extra.

How is this list ranked?

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