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DearSQL: Native SQL Client for macOS, Linux and Windows

DearSQL, a native C++ SQL client for macOS, Linux, and Windows, launched version 0.4.12, supporting SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, Oracle, MSSQL, and Redshift from a single app. The free tier includes all database types with up to 10 saved connections and 2 workspaces, while a Pro license costs $35 one-time for unlimited connections and workspaces. Built with ImGui and no Electron or JVM, the app starts in under a second.

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DearSQL: Native SQL Client for macOS, Linux and Windows
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AI-powered ImGui-powered. No Electron. No JVM. No bloat. Built with C++.

DearSQL connects to SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, Oracle, MSSQL, and Redshift from a single app. Browse schemas, edit table data inline, write queries with full syntax highlighting, and route connections through SSH tunnels or TLS/SSL — all from a native C++ interface that starts in under a second. Compare DearSQL to TablePlus, DBeaver, and DataGrip →

Downloads

[* macOS (.dmg) [14 MB]](https://github.com/dunkbing/dearsql/releases/download/v0.4.12/DearSQL.dmg)

[* Linux (AppImage) [24 MB]](https://github.com/dunkbing/dearsql/releases/download/v0.4.12/DearSQL-x86_64.AppImage)

[* Windows (.msi) [8 MB]](https://github.com/dunkbing/dearsql/releases/download/v0.4.12/DearSQL-x64.msi)

## Features #

    • Syntax highlighting, autocomplete, and query history.
    • Browse and edit table data inline. Changes generate proper SQL before committing.
    • SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, Oracle, and MSSQL in one app.
    • Saved connections with encrypted credentials.
    • Schema browser — tables, views, indexes, and more.
    • Native C++ with Metal on macOS, OpenGL on Linux, and DirectX on Windows.

## Supported Databases #

SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, Oracle, MSSQL, Redshift.

## FAQ #

What databases does DearSQL support?

SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Redis, Oracle, MSSQL, and Redshift — all in one native desktop app. No need to switch between tools.

Is DearSQL free?

Yes. The free tier includes all database types and core features with up to 10 saved connections and 2 workspaces. The Pro license ($35 one-time) unlocks unlimited connections and workspaces.

What platforms does DearSQL run on?

DearSQL runs natively on macOS (Metal), Linux (OpenGL), and Windows (DirectX). Built with C++ and ImGui — no Electron, no JVM, starts in under a second.

Does DearSQL support SSH tunneling?

Yes. All server-type databases support SSH tunneling through a bastion or jump host, with password or private key authentication.

Does DearSQL support TLS/SSL?

Yes. All server-type backends support TLS/SSL with configurable modes — disable, prefer, require, verify-ca, and verify-full — depending on the database.

## Pricing #

- - 10 saved connections
- - 2 workspaces
- - all database types
- - all core features

- - unlimited connections
- - unlimited workspaces
- - all database types
- - all current & future features
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