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TablePlus
Native database GUI.
What it is
TablePlus is a native database GUI focused on speed and a clean interface, covering the common engines. It is fast, native and stays out of the way, which is the whole pitch against heavier cross-platform clients. Advanced modelling and administration features are thinner, so DBAs usually keep a second tool.
TablePlus pricing
TablePlus publishes 3 plans. Paid tiers start at $79/user/mo.
| Plan | Price | What the vendor’s page says |
|---|---|---|
| Team | $79/user/mo | Basic $99 (1 device), Standard $129 (2 devices), Team $79/seat min 3 |
| Basic | $99/user/mo | Basic $99 (1 device), Standard $129 (2 devices), Team $79/seat min 3 |
| Standard | $129/user/mo | Basic $99 (1 device), Standard $129 (2 devices), Team $79/seat min 3 |
Prices read from the vendor's own pricing page on 2026-09-08. Vendors change plans without notice — check the source before you budget. Source
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Key features
Native client
Runs as a platform-native application rather than a web wrapper.
Multiple engines
Connects to the common SQL and NoSQL databases from one window.
Safe editing
Previews generated SQL before changes are committed.
Strengths and trade-offs
What works well
- Fast and genuinely native
- Clean interface that stays out of the way
- Handles most common databases
Where it falls short
- Free version limits open tabs
- One-off licence covers only a major version
- Fewer advanced features than heavier clients
Who it is for
Developers who want a quick, pleasant database client for daily work.
Pick it or skip it
Pick TablePlus if
- Developers who want a native, fast database GUI on macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS
- People who prefer a one-time licence: $99 for one device, $129 for two
- Teams of 3+ at $79 per seat
Skip it if
- The free version's 2 tabs and 2 windows at a time are too restrictive for your workflow
- You want updates beyond a year without renewing — the licence keeps working but updates stop
- You need collaboration features; TablePlus is a local client
Our verdict
Worth paying for if you open a database client every day.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does TablePlus cost?
- TablePlus publishes 3 plans: Team at $79/user/mo, Basic at $99/user/mo, Standard at $129/user/mo. Every figure is read from the vendor's own pricing page; the pricing section above shows the source sentence for each tier.
- Does TablePlus have a free plan?
- Yes. TablePlus offers a free tier with limits; paid plans unlock higher usage or team features.
- Who is TablePlus best for?
- Developers who want a quick, pleasant database client for daily work.
- What are the main drawbacks of TablePlus?
- The trade-offs we noted: Free version limits open tabs; One-off licence covers only a major version; Fewer advanced features than heavier clients.
- When should you not use TablePlus?
- Skip TablePlus if: The free version's 2 tabs and 2 windows at a time are too restrictive for your workflow; You want updates beyond a year without renewing — the licence keeps working but updates stop; You need collaboration features; TablePlus is a local client.
What we checked
- Public APIOffers a documented API you can build against.No
- Mobile appHas a native app for iOS or Android, not just a mobile website.Yes
- Open source / self-hostableSource is open and the tool can be run on your own infrastructure.No
- SSO (SAML)Supports SAML single sign-on on at least one plan.No
“Not checked” means exactly that — we have not verified it, and we do not guess.
Evidence and freshness
Status: Vendor pricing page verifiedReviewed: 2026-09-08
- TablePlus — Pricing ↗
Checked 2026-09-08 · Supports: Basic $99 (1 device), Standard $129 (2 devices), Team $79/seat min 3, free: 2 tabs, 2 windows, 2 advanced filters at a time, macOS 10.13+, Windows, Linux, iOS 12+; one year of updates, perpetual use
Limit: Vendor pricing page was reviewed by an editor on this date; this record is not a ToolCompare benchmark. Prices and limits change.
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