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dbFront vs HeidiSQL
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.
Free plan Self-hostedWebWindows
dbFront combines database access and editing with reporting, workflow actions, and access controls. Check the plan limits and deployment fit against your team’s needs.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
HeidiSQL offers broad database support and data export options at no cost. It requires a database server or SQLite file, and the listed Wine limitation makes its native Linux build the stated alternative for Linux users.
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| dbFront | HeidiSQL | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $249, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | dbfront.com | heidisql.com |
| On database client software | #13 of 53 | #17 of 53 |
dbFront: what it does well
- Connects to SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle.
- Adapts to database structure changes.
- Includes reports, imports, and exports.
- Supports table-level and row-level security.
- Offers free use with no expiry.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to one database.
- Free plan allows three users.
- Free and trial plans each allow one webserver.
- Paid licenses include only the first support year.
HeidiSQL: what it does well
- Supports nine listed database systems
- Manages multiple connections in one window
- Imports text files and exports rows in many formats
- Available for Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Offers a Windows x64 portable download
What to know first
- Requires a database server or SQLite file
- Running through Wine is described as unstable
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