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Oracle SQL Developer vs RazorSQL
Both stand on sql query tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Oracle SQL Developer offers a free desktop toolkit with multiple database connections and practical query, editing, history, tunneling, and export features. Check that your specific database is among the supported systems.
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RazorSQL combines broad database connectivity with editing, query construction, administration, and export tools. Its perpetual licensing and cross-platform desktop versions may fit long-term users, while the paid trial model and database-specific feature differences deserve attention.
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| Oracle SQL Developer | RazorSQL | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | RazorSQL Standard (20 or more users): $122 per user, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | oracle.com | razorsql.com |
| On sql query tools | #23 of 31 | #27 of 31 |
Oracle SQL Developer: what it does well
- Free desktop application
- Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Supports several database systems
- Includes visual query building and editing
- Exports XML, CSV, SQL Insert, and SQL*Loader
What to know first
- Selected third-party database support is unspecified
- Desktop deployment may not suit web-only workflows
- No mobile platform is listed
RazorSQL: what it does well
- Supports over 40 databases
- SQL editor with completion and history
- Visual query builder and data editing
- SSH tunneling support
- Perpetual per-user licensing
What to know first
- No free plan
- Trial ends after 30 days
- ODBC support is Windows-only
- Some features vary by database type
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