QueryDeck vs pgAdmin
QueryDeck is a native macOS database client built with Swift. Free PostgreSQL admin, browser-based, not native.Here's how they compare.
Runs in a browser, not a native desktop app.
Clunky UI that feels dated compared to native apps.
PostgreSQL only, with no MySQL, SQLite, MongoDB, or Redis.
AI features require manual LLM provider setup (API keys for OpenAI, Anthropic, or local Ollama).
No native keyboard-first workflow.
Native macOS app, not a browser tab.
Modern, clean interface with keyboard shortcuts.
Five databases, not just PostgreSQL.
Simpler AI setup with BYO key, no server configuration needed.
Sub-second launch, minimal resource usage.
Migration-focused guide for switching from pgAdmin.
Switch from pgAdmin to QueryDeck.
The database client that knows your project. $79 one-time. All your Macs.