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Sequel Ace alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

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.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1TablePlus logoTablePlusFree plan + paidNomacOS, Windows, Linux +14 of 466.5
  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

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Sequel Ace

    A polished paid native client that 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 ×0.3100
    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 TablePlus a good Sequel Ace 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 Sequel Ace alternative for…

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

TablePlus logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for most people

TablePlus

A polished paid native client that also handles Postgres, Redis and more.

MySQL Workbench logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for a free option

MySQL Workbench

The official MySQL tool, with modelling and performance analysis.

TablePlus logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

TablePlus

A polished paid native client that also handles Postgres, Redis and more.

DBeaver logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for open source

DBeaver

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

Querious logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for Mac

Querious

A more feature-rich commercial MySQL app for the Mac.

HeidiSQL logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for Windows

HeidiSQL

A free, lightweight MySQL client, now with Mac and Linux builds.

TablePlus logo

Best Sequel Ace alternative for Linux

TablePlus

A 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.