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TablePro alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave TablePro: no Windows or Linux version, and schema compare and iCloud sync need a paid plan. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces TablePro, 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
1DBeaver logoDBeaverOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 579.8
2Beekeeper Studio logoBeekeeper StudioFree plan + paidYesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 576.8
3Sequel Ace logoSequel AceOpen sourceYesmacOS4 of 459.4
  1. DBeaver logo

    1. DBeaverTop pick

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

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    79.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TablePro

    Free, cross-platform and covers almost any database through JDBC, at the cost of a heavier Java UI.

    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 ×0.387
    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 DBeaver a good TablePro 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 29, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
    NoSQL support
    PRO editions only (MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis)
    Checked Oct 29, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 29, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
    AI chat
    Included in Community
    Checked Oct 29, 2026dbeaver.io(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Beekeeper Studio logo

    2. Beekeeper Studio

    Best for: Developers who want an easy, good-looking SQL client on any desktop OS

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    76.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from TablePro

    Open-source, cross-platform client with a clean UI if you also work on Windows or Linux.

    Pros

    • Clean, approachable interface
    • Open-source Community Edition on all three desktops
    • Paid licences keep working after you cancel

    Cons

    • Import/export and some editing features are paid
    • Fewer databases and admin tools than DBeaver
    • Subscription pricing for the full feature set
    Visit Beekeeper Studio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Beekeeper Studio a good TablePro alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Open source
    Community Edition under GPLv3
    Checked Oct 29, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $9 per user/month, billed yearly (Indie)
    Checked Oct 29, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro price
    $14 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 29, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, macOS, Windows
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    30 days
    Checked Oct 29, 2026beekeeperstudio.io(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Sequel Ace logo

    3. Sequel Ace

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

    Open sourcemacOS

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from TablePro

    Free native Mac client if you only need MySQL and MariaDB.

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

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

    Is Sequel Ace a good TablePro 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 29, 2026sequel-ace.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Database versions
    MySQL 5.7+, MariaDB 10.0+
    Checked Oct 29, 2026sequel-ace.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Distribution
    Mac App Store
    Checked Oct 29, 2026sequel-ace.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best TablePro alternative for…

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

TablePlus logo

Best TablePro alternative for most people

TablePlus

The closest match: a polished native client, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

DBeaver logo

Best TablePro alternative for a free option

DBeaver

Free, cross-platform and covers almost any database through JDBC, at the cost of a heavier Java UI.

Beekeeper Studio logo

Best TablePro alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Beekeeper Studio

Open-source, cross-platform client with a clean UI if you also work on Windows or Linux.

Sequel Ace logo

Best TablePro alternative for open source

Sequel Ace

Free native Mac client if you only need MySQL and MariaDB.

DataGrip logo

Best TablePro alternative for Mac

DataGrip

JetBrains' full database IDE with deep refactoring and code insight, for a subscription.

Navicat Premium logo

Best TablePro alternative for Windows

Navicat Premium

Long-established commercial client with modelling, sync and backup tools across platforms.

TablePlus logo

Best TablePro alternative for Linux

TablePlus

The closest match: a polished native client, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

TablePro alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to TablePro?

TablePlus ranks first right now. The closest match: a polished native client, and it also runs on Windows and Linux. DBeaver and Beekeeper Studio follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to TablePro?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to TablePro?

Yes: DBeaver, Beekeeper Studio and Sequel Ace.

Which TablePro alternatives work on Linux?

TablePlus, DBeaver, Beekeeper Studio, DataGrip and Navicat Premium run on Linux.

Why do people switch from TablePro?

The complaints we hear most: no Windows or Linux version; schema compare and iCloud sync need a paid plan; the mobile app supports fewer databases than the Mac app.

How is this list ranked?

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