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SQLTools vs TablePlus: catalog facts
SQLToolsTablePlus
Free

Free, open-source extension maintained with community contributions.

Freemium

A limited free tier is available. Full use requires a paid licence.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS
  • Works inside VS Code alongside your code
  • Pluggable drivers cover many databases, including community ones
  • Native application that stays responsive with large result sets
  • Safe mode requires an explicit commit before any change is written
  • Requires VS Code
  • Support for some databases depends on third-party drivers of varying quality
  • The free tier limits open tabs and connections
  • Closed source
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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