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Aqua Data Studio vs VFront

Both stand on database client software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Aqua Data Studio

Free trial LinuxMacWindows

Aqua Data Studio combines broad database connectivity with querying, modeling, visualization, and administration tools. Its paid desktop licensing is worth weighing against the multi-database feature set.

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VFront

Free plan Self-hostedWeb

VFront provides forms and reporting for three database systems in a free, self-hosted web package. Its beta label and listed release status are worth considering before choosing it.

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The facts

Aqua Data StudioVFront
Free planA free trialYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onLinux, Mac, WindowsSelf-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planStandard: $499 per user a yearFree or on request
Plans published31
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteaquadatastudio.comgithub.com
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Aqua Data Studio: what it does well

  • Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Connects to more than 40 database platforms
  • Visual query builder and data editing
  • Exports results in five formats
  • Includes version control and automation tools

What to know first

  • Starts at $499/user/yr
  • No free plan
  • SQL debugging applies to select platforms
  • Enterprise Ultimate pricing is custom

VFront: what it does well

  • Supports MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite.
  • Users can create AJAX-style data management forms.
  • Includes group-specific rules and privileges.
  • Reports, statistics, and search-result export are listed.
  • Mobile support is included.

What to know first

  • SourceForge labels the project beta.
  • Latest downloadable version listed is 0.99.5.
  • Support listing directs users to GitHub issues.

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