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