DataGrip vs Beekeeper Studio

DataGrip9.1Visit Beekeeper Studio8.4Visit

Higher score DataGrip #2 in SQL Query Tools 9.1/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 4 features Visit DataGrip

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Beekeeper Studio #6 in SQL Query Tools 8.4/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Beekeeper

• DataGrip fits best

  Developers needing advanced SQL intelligence

• Beekeeper Studio fits best

  Affordable cross-platform database editing

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Side by side

Feature	DataGrip 9.1/10 Visit ↗	Beekeeper Studio 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.1	8.4
Ranking	#2 in SQL Query Tools	#6 in SQL Query Tools
Best for	Developers needing advanced SQL intelligence	Affordable cross-platform database editing
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	—	$9/user/mo
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	30 days	14 days
Free trial length	30 days	14 days · no card needed
Deployment	Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Email, Community, Docs	Email, Community, Docs
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features DataGrip 0/4 · Beekeeper Studio 0/4
Scheduled queries	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Team query sharing	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
SQL notebooks	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
AI query assistance	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
Query history retention	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Deployment options	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Context-sensitive completion, SQL analysis, and quick-fixes Broad relational and NoSQL database connectivity SSH tunneling, diagrams, history, and data editing	Free Community plan with unlimited connections and no tab limits Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux Supports SQL editing, data editing, SSH, SSL/TLS, and query history
Cons	No visual query builder Desktop deployment only Commercial use requires a subscription	Indie supports one device Advanced capabilities require paid plans Business features start at $18 per user per month annually
Our verdict	DataGrip is JetBrains’ desktop database IDE for developers and database professionals who work across relational and NoSQL systems. It provides SQL query consoles with multiple execution modes, context-sensitive completion, on-the-fly… Read the review →	Beekeeper Studio is a desktop SQL editor and database manager for developers, analysts, and database administrators. It combines a SQL editor with syntax highlighting, autocomplete, saved queries, and folders with spreadsheet-style table… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• DataGrip — where it wins

  • Context-sensitive completion, SQL analysis, and quick-fixes
  • Broad relational and NoSQL database connectivity
  • SSH tunneling, diagrams, history, and data editing

  Where it doesn't

  • No visual query builder
  • Desktop deployment only
  • Commercial use requires a subscription

• Beekeeper Studio — where it wins

  • Free Community plan with unlimited connections and no tab limits
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Supports SQL editing, data editing, SSH, SSL/TLS, and query history

  Where it doesn't

  • Indie supports one device
  • Advanced capabilities require paid plans
  • Business features start at $18 per user per month annually

• DataGrip9.1/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

  Advanced SQL intelligence, broad database coverage, and strong developer tooling.

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• Beekeeper Studio8.4/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

  An affordable, cross-platform database editor with a capable free plan and broad engine support.

  Visit BeekeeperFull verdict →