Hydra Dev Studio

Hydra Dev Studio

Hankinsoft Development, Inc
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About

DbVisualizer is a universal database client for anyone who works with data, from solo developers and startups to professional teams managing complex environments, including developers, DBAs, analysts, and data engineers working with relational and NoSQL databases. It offers a graphical interface for database development, SQL querying, and data exploration. Key features: - SQL editor with autocomplete, visual query builders, variables, and execution tools - AI Assistant for questions, error explanations, and code analysis - Built-in Git integration for SQL scripts and collaboration - Customizable layouts, key bindings, and UI themes - Favorite scripts and database objects for quick access - Configurable security settings for organizations Connects to popular databases via JDBC, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake, SQLite, Cassandra, and BigQuery. Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. 7 million downloads, Pro users in 150 countries.

About

Hydra Dev Studio is a native macOS workspace for developers who manage databases, remote servers, storage, and source code. It combines database tools, transfers, cloud storage, SSH, Git, editing, and file comparison in one app. Connections cover major SQL and NoSQL databases, file-transfer protocols, cloud storage, SMB, and local folders. Users can inspect schemas and tables, edit remote files, compare local and server folders, stage Git changes by file or hunk, and resolve merge conflicts. Workspaces organize connections, credentials, and notes, with optional iCloud library sync between Macs. A command-line tool and MCP server let approved agents and scripts use saved connections without receiving passwords. Activity logging and approval controls apply to selected operations. It is for software developers, database administrators, and DevOps professionals using Apple silicon Macs with macOS 26 or later.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Developers, analysts and DBAs in need of a universal database tool solution to manage, edit and customize databases

Audience

Software developers, database administrators and DevOps engineers on the Mac who work with databases, remote servers, cloud storage and Git.

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Free
A DbVisualizer Pro license is perpetual - meaning that a one-time purchase at $199, will give the user perpetual access to all Pro versions of DbVisualizer released before the license expires.
To gain access to Pro versions released after a license expired a license renewal is offered. The renewal costs starts at $89/per year.
A volume discount is applied on all orders of 4+ licenses and the Pro license is offered for free to students and teachers.
Multi year terms are available and includes additional discounts.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

$99 one-time
A $99 one-time perpetual license includes 12 months of updates. The app continues working after that period; an optional $75 renewal adds 12 months of updates to the same key. A full-featured 14-day free trial is available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.9 / 5
ease 4.8 / 5
features 4.8 / 5
design 4.6 / 5
support 4.7 / 5

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ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Pros from Real Users

Pros

  • Very flexible. Came from a background a couple of years using Toad, but much prefer DB viz, and its a good price for such a comprehensive tool. I use with mysql, mariadb, postgres, mongo, clickhouse. Easy connection set up - good ssh tunnelling options etc. Good autocompletion in editor. Nice set of data export tools etc. Very stable, not had it crash on me even with dozens of sql editor tabs open.
  • Ease of use, support for many databases, intuitive, in grid editing. Settings export so I can easily move between laptop and desktop.
  • New features coming along the way each release. Company listen to customers support ticket on bug fix.
  • Ease of use and cross platform connections. I operate multiple database across windows and MacOS and DbVisualzer to manage all from the one platform
  • My favorite feature in DbVisualizer is Query Builder. Being able to drag and drop tables onto a canvas and visually join them together and the filter and choose the columns that I want to return from the query is a huge time savings for me
  • Easy to use and has many features. I have been using DBVisualizer for more than 7 years. I suggest to use the PRO version.
  • DBVisualizer is one of the most powerful and reliable database tools I have used. It supports a wide range of databases out of the box and provides a consistent, intuitive interface across all of them. The SQL editor is excellent, with strong auto-completion and performance even on large datasets. I especially appreciate the advanced features for query analysis, data visualization, and schema browsing. The tool is very stable, regularly updated, and works seamlessly across platforms. For professional use, it significantly improves productivity.
  • The visualization of table relationships is very easy to understand, as well as connecting to new databases and creating different projects within DBVisualizer.
  • DbVisualizer simplifies most aspects of DDL & DML by providing a simple, intuitive and user-friendly interface that just makes sense. The ability to connect to most databases, reach out to support that actually listens and helps are just the cherry on the top.
  • I have used DBVisualizer for more than 10 years. It has become an indispensable part of my daily workflow. It covers almost all known RDMBS and as long as you have a JDBC driver, you can use it. I also like that they continue to improve the user experience by adding new features to it.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Not Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

DbVisualizer
Founded: 2003
Sweden
www.dbvis.com

Company Information

Hankinsoft Development, Inc
Founded: 2015
Canada
hydradevstudio.com

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Categories

Data Analysis Supported
Data Visualization Supported
Database Supported
Database Clients Supported
IDE Supported
MySQL GUI Clients Supported
SQL Editors Supported
SQL IDEs Supported

Categories

Database Clients Supported

Data Analysis Features

Data Discovery Supported
Data Visualization Supported
High Volume Processing Supported
Predictive Analytics Not Supported
Regression Analysis Not Supported
Sentiment Analysis Not Supported
Statistical Modeling Not Supported
Text Analytics Not Supported

Data Visualization Features

Analytics Supported
Content Management Not Supported
Dashboard Creation Not Supported
Filtered Views Supported
OLAP Not Supported
Relational Display Supported
Simulation Models Not Supported
Visual Discovery Supported

Database Features

Backup and Recovery Not Supported
Creation / Development Supported
Data Migration Supported
Data Replication Supported
Data Search Supported
Data Security Supported
Database Conversion Not Supported
Mobile Access Not Supported
Monitoring Supported
NOSQL Supported
Performance Analysis Supported
Queries Supported
Relational Interface Supported
Virtualization Not Supported

IDE Features

Code Completion Supported
Compiler Not Supported
Cross Platform Support Supported
Debugger Supported
Drag and Drop UI Supported
Integrations and Plugins Not Supported
Multi Language Support Not Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Text Editor / Code Editor Supported

Integrations

AWS Marketplace Supported
Apache Derby Supported
Apache Hive Supported
C# Supported
Claude Code Not Supported
ClickHouse Supported
Firebird Supported
IBM Cloud Supported
IBM Db2 Supported
IBM Informix Supported
IBM Netezza Performance Server Supported
Java Supported
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Not Supported
NuoDB Supported
PostgreSQL Supported
Presto Supported
Python Supported
QuestDB Supported
VMware Tanzu Greenplum Supported
Vertica Supported

Integrations

AWS Marketplace Not Supported
Apache Derby Not Supported
Apache Hive Not Supported
C# Not Supported
Claude Code Supported
ClickHouse Not Supported
Firebird Not Supported
IBM Cloud Not Supported
IBM Db2 Not Supported
IBM Informix Not Supported
IBM Netezza Performance Server Not Supported
Java Not Supported
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Supported
NuoDB Not Supported
PostgreSQL Not Supported
Presto Not Supported
Python Not Supported
QuestDB Not Supported
VMware Tanzu Greenplum Not Supported
Vertica Not Supported
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