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SQL*Plus (Oracle Instant Client)usql
Free

Free to download and use under Oracle's Instant Client licence.

 Free

The open-source application is available without a license fee.

Windows, Linux, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Lightweight install compared with a full Oracle client
  • Runs SQL and PL/SQL directly from the terminal
  • A consistent terminal workflow across database engines
  • Only works with Oracle Database
  • Proprietary licence
  • Driver availability and feature support vary by database.
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License: Proprietary (Oracle Instant Client licence) License: MIT
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 October 2, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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