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dbdiagram.io vs DrawSQL: catalog facts
dbdiagram.io	DrawSQL
Free Described on its site as a free tool.	Freemium Free sign-up with paid plans listed on the pricing page.
Web	Web
Diagrams generated from plain text Nothing to install	Imports existing SQL DDL into a diagram Real-time multiplayer editing and discussions
Requires learning its diagram language Runs only in the browser	Proprietary hosted service Saving and team features need an account
Web application	Web application
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Needs internet	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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