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Database .NET vs HeidiSQL: catalog facts
Database .NETHeidiSQL
Freemium

A free edition is available, with paid Plus, Standard and Professional editions.

Free

Free and open source under the GPL. Donations are welcomed but nothing is withheld.

Windows Windows, Linux
  • Supports a very wide range of database engines and data sources
  • Portable single executable with no installation
  • Exports structure and data directly to another server, not just to a file
  • Native Delphi application; it starts instantly and stays small
  • Windows only
  • Some features are reserved for the paid editions
  • Windows-first; the Linux builds come from a separate Lazarus branch
  • No macOS build
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License: Freeware License: GPL-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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