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usql vs rsql: catalog facts
usql	rsql
Free The open-source application is available without a license fee.	Free Free and open source under either the Apache-2.0 or MIT license.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line
A consistent terminal workflow across database engines	Queries databases and common data file formats through SQL Includes interactive syntax highlighting and autocomplete
Driver availability and feature support vary by database.	Some supported data sources require additional drivers or configuration
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License: Apache-2.0 OR 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
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026

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