Quick overview
DB Pilot is a modern database GUI that uses AI to make SQL work less tedious. An integrated GPT-3.5-powered assistant helps you express queries in plain English, translate snippets of code into SQL, and demystify complicated statements. The app runs an embedded DuckDB engine so you can experiment without touching production systems — query local files and keep results stored on your machine.
Core features
- Translate natural-language requests into executable SQL and get human-readable explanations for results.
- Convert existing code fragments into SQL statements to speed up development.
- Work safely against an embedded database instance to avoid accidental changes to production.
- Open and query common data file types directly from the interface.
Supported file types
- Parquet
- JSON
- CSV
Database compatibility and status
- MySQL — planned for a future release
- SQLite — slated for upcoming support
- PostgreSQL — currently supported
Pricing and trial options
The product is offered under a paid model that also permits a single, one-time purchase for a lifetime license. That lifetime option includes one year of access to the AI assistant and application updates. You can try the software first with a five-day free trial before deciding to buy.
Planned enhancements
- Schema-aware code completion that suggests context-specific SQL as you type.
- A spreadsheet-like editor for editing and inspecting result sets more intuitively.
Alternative to consider
Semrush (free tier available) is listed as a notable alternative you might evaluate depending on your workflow and needs.
Technical
- Web App
- Subscription