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DataGrip vs SQL Workbench/J: catalog facts
DataGripSQL Workbench/J
Paid

A paid subscription is required after the trial.

Free

Free to download and use.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Schema-aware SQL completion and safe rename across queries
  • Schema and data comparison between databases
  • Works with many database systems instead of a single vendor
  • Runs SQL scripts and exports data
  • Paid subscription with no free tier
  • Overkill if you only ever touch one database engine
  • Requires a Java runtime
  • The developer's site sets conditions on who is welcome to use the software
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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