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TablePro vs DataGrip
DataGrip is JetBrains' database IDE. It costs $25/month (or $249/year) and runs on Java via the IntelliJ platform. It has deep IDE features like SQL refactoring, version control integration, and schema diff. TablePro is a free, native macOS app focused on being fast and simple. It starts instantly, uses minimal RAM, and gives you everything you need to browse, query, and edit databases without the overhead of a full IDE.
Summary
Strengths of each.
TablePro
- Free forever, no subscription
- Native Mac app, instant startup
- Fraction of the memory usage
- iOS app with iCloud sync
- Open-source
DataGrip
- Git integration and version control
- SQL refactoring tools
- More database support
- Deep IntelliJ ecosystem integration
TablePro
See it in action.
Decision
Which one is right for you?
Choose TablePro if...
You want a free, fast database client. You do not need Git integration inside your DB tool. You want to open a connection in 1 second, run a query, edit some data, and close. You already use a separate IDE for code.
Choose DataGrip if...
You live in the JetBrains ecosystem. You need schema diff, SQL refactoring, and version control inside your database tool. You are willing to pay $25/month and tolerate 10-second startup times.
Verdict
DataGrip is a full IDE for databases. TablePro is a fast, focused client. If you need Git integration and refactoring, DataGrip wins. For everything else, TablePro is faster and free.