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Bdash vs QStudio: catalog facts
Bdash	QStudio
Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.	Free Free and open source.
macOS	Windows, macOS, Linux
Saved queries for repeat analysis Built-in charting of query results	Supports 30+ databases with strong kdb+ and DuckDB support Built-in charts and SQL pivot tables
Not a full database administration tool Electron app with higher memory use than native clients	Fewer administration features than full database admin tools Text2SQL relies on an AI model
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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