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Best Database Query Builders in 2026

Database query builders let you compose queries for database work. This list is for people choosing a tool while watching cost, platform support and access to source code.

  1. 1

    Hydra

    Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Hydra provides build, test, and reporting workflows for Nix projects, including jobsets and Flake support.

    9.0 Open source Visit site
  2. 2

    jOOQ

    Free plan Self-hosted

    jOOQ combines schema-based code generation with a Java SQL DSL and supports multiple database editions.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from €99/yr · 30-day trial Visit site
  3. 3

    Archibald

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.5 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    Squirrel.Windows

    Free plan Windows

    Squirrel.Windows covers packaging and updating for Windows desktop applications with several output formats and distribution options.

    6.5 Open source Visit site
  5. 5

    Arel

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.4 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    Aura.SqlQuery

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.4 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Beam

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.4 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    Diesel

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.3 Free plan Visit site
  9. 9

    Doctrine DBAL QueryBuilder

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.3 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    Eloquent

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.3 Free plan Visit site
  11. 11

    Knex.js

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    6.3 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    Go Jet

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    gosq

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    gsql

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  15. 15

    CakePHP

    Free plan Web
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  16. 16

    CodeIgniter

    Free plan Web
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  17. 17

    Hibla Query Builder

    Free plan LinuxMac
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  18. 18

    requery

    Free plan AndroidLinuxMac+1
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  19. 19

    Cycle Database

    Free plan
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  20. 20

    Dew

    Free plan
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  21. 21

    Doma

    Free plan
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  22. 22

    Lightweight

    Free plan LinuxWindows
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  23. 23

    qbey

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  24. 24

    rqb

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  25. 25

    Drizzle ORM

    Free plan
    5.8 Free plan Visit site

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Check whether a tool has a free plan, a free trial or open-source code, and read the licence terms that apply. Compare pricing and fit for Linux, Windows, macOS, web, self-hosted or API use before choosing.

Questions

Do database query builders have free plans?

Some tools in this category include a free plan. Review the conditions attached to the tool you are considering.

Can I try a query builder before paying?

Certain options provide trial access for a limited period. Review the applicable terms before choosing.

Are open-source query builders available?

Some tools in this category publish open-source code. Examine the licence before using or modifying it.

What should I compare before choosing?

Compare pricing, free-plan or trial terms, source-code access, licence conditions and platform support.

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