1. DBeaver
Pros:
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Multi-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux)
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User-friendly interface
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Free (GPL license)
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ERD diagrams, mock data generator, import/export tools
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EverSQL integration for schema export and tuning
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Enterprise features: NoSQL/BigData support, visual query builder, charts, query history
Cons:
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Sometimes large queries freeze the app; you may need to force-close
Price: Free (Basic) / Enterprise starts at $199
2. DataGrip (by JetBrains)
Pros:
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Fast auto-complete, smart refactorings
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Git & version control integration
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Supports many databases, including MongoDB
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Plugin ecosystem
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EverSQL integration
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Cross-platform
Cons:
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No free version (30-day trial only)
Price: Starts at $199/year
3. MySQL Workbench
Pros:
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Official MySQL tool
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Free and open-source (GPL)
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Visual query/schema builder
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Cross-platform
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EverSQL plugin for optimization
Cons:
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Can crash or freeze with large queries
Price: Free
4. HeidiSQL
Pros:
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Lightweight and intuitive
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Free (GPL license)
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SSH tunnel support, portable version
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Command-line support, syntax checker
Cons:
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Windows-only; Linux requires Wine
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No official Mac version
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Occasional crashes
Price: Free
5. dbForge Studio for MySQL
Pros:
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Easy for beginners, powerful for pros
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Query profiler & debugger
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Visual schema/query builder
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Backup scheduler, snippet storage
Cons:
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The expensive full version
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Basic JSON viewer
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Occasional autocomplete issues
Price: Up to $249.95
6. Navicat for MySQL
Pros:
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Clean UI, cross-platform
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SSH tunnel support
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Job scheduler, rich import/export options
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Team collaboration tools (Premium)
Cons:
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Pricey
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Uses Wine on Linux (slower)
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Some workflows feel clunky
Price: Up to $259
7. SQLyog
Pros:
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Sleek, customizable UI
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Visual schema/query design
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Backup & notification scheduling
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Data compare/sync (Ultimate version)
Cons:
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Windows only
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The expensive pro version
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No drag-drop between tabs
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Not for non-MySQL databases
Price: Varies, the professional version is premium
