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sq vs usql: catalog facts
sq	usql
Free Free and open source.	Free The open-source application is available without a license fee.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line	Windows, macOS, Linux
One query syntax across databases and document files Imports Excel sheets into database tables	A consistent terminal workflow across database engines
Its SLQ query language has to be learned alongside SQL Command-line only, with no graphical interface	Driver availability and feature support vary by database.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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