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ChartDB vs DrawSQL: catalog facts
ChartDB	DrawSQL
Freemium Self-hosted version is free; the cloud service is free to start with paid team features.	Freemium Free sign-up with paid plans listed on the pricing page.
Web, Self-hosted	Web
Diagram from a single query without database access Exports DDL scripts	Imports existing SQL DDL into a diagram Real-time multiplayer editing and discussions
Collaboration features are aimed at the cloud version	Proprietary hosted service Saving and team features need an account
Web application, Self-hosted	Web application
Open source	Closed source
License: AGPL-3.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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