Sequel Ace alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Sequel Ace: mySQL and MariaDB only, and macOS only and needs a recent version. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Sequel Ace, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. TablePlus currently ranks first.
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Best Sequel Ace alternative for most people
TablePlusA polished paid native client that also handles Postgres, Redis and more.
Best Sequel Ace alternative for a free option
MySQL WorkbenchThe official MySQL tool, with modelling and performance analysis.
Best Sequel Ace alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
TablePlusA polished paid native client that also handles Postgres, Redis and more.
Best Sequel Ace alternative for open source
DBeaverFree and cross-platform for MySQL and many other databases.
Best Sequel Ace alternative for Windows
HeidiSQLA free, lightweight MySQL client, now with Mac and Linux builds.
Best Sequel Ace alternative for Linux
TablePlusA polished paid native client that also handles Postgres, Redis and more.
Sequel Ace alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Sequel Ace?
TablePlus ranks first right now. A polished paid native client that also handles Postgres, Redis and more. Querious and MySQL Workbench follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Sequel Ace?
Yes. TablePlus (free plan + paid), MySQL Workbench (open source), DBeaver (open source) and HeidiSQL (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Sequel Ace?
Yes: MySQL Workbench, DBeaver and HeidiSQL.
Which Sequel Ace alternatives work on Linux?
TablePlus, MySQL Workbench, DBeaver and HeidiSQL run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Sequel Ace?
The complaints we hear most: mySQL and MariaDB only; macOS only and needs a recent version; volunteer-run, so features arrive slowly.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Sequel Ace, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.