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DbVisualizer vs SQL Server Management Studio: catalog facts
DbVisualizer	SQL Server Management Studio
Freemium Free edition available; the Pro edition is paid.	Free Free to download from Microsoft.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows
Supports a wide range of relational and NoSQL databases Installers bundle Java, including Windows and macOS ARM builds	Official Microsoft tool for SQL Server and Azure SQL Query editor, scripting and administration in one place
Advanced features require the paid Pro edition Closed source	Windows only Focused on Microsoft database platforms
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License: Proprietary	License: Proprietary
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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