Head-to-head · Database Client Software
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL vs dbForge Studio for Oracle
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL leads on 0 checks, dbForge Studio for Oracle on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoredbForge Studio for PostgreSQL · 7.4/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresdbForge Studio for PostgreSQL · 4 of 4
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL scores higher on our rubric for database client software: 7.4 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #17 and #18.
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is the better fit for postgreSQL teams needing visual tooling. dbForge Studio for Oracle is the better fit for oracle specialists wanting a free entry tier.
- dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL fits best
PostgreSQL teams needing visual tooling
- dbForge Studio for Oracle fits best
Oracle specialists wanting a free entry tier
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Side by side
| Feature | dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL 7.4/10 Visit ↗ | dbForge Studio for Oracle 7.3/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.4 | 7.3 |
| Ranking | #17 in Database Client Software | #18 in Database Client Software |
| Best for | PostgreSQL teams needing visual tooling | Oracle specialists wanting a free entry tier |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 30 days |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Tickets, Community, Docs | Community, Docs, Tickets |
| Integrations | 20 integrations | 4 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL 4/4 · dbForge Studio for Oracle 3/4 | ||
| SSH tunneling | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Data editing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Visual query builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Query history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Deployment | Both | Both |
| Database support | PostgreSQL, Supabase, Heroku, TimescaleDB, Amazon Redshift, Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, Azure PostgreSQL, Alibaba Cloud, AlloyDB, Greenplum DB, YugabyteDB, PolarDB, IBM Cloud | Oracle Database, Oracle Cloud, Oracle Real Application Clusters, Oracle on Amazon RDS |
| Result export formats | CSV, SQL, XLS, XLSX, HTML, TXT, XML, DBF, MDB, JSON, RTF, PDF, ODBC, Google Sheets | HTML, Text, MS Excel, MS Excel 2007, Google Sheets, MS Access, RTF, PDF, JSON, XML, CSV, ODBC, DBF, SQL |
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| Our verdict | dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is a desktop database IDE for PostgreSQL development, administration, data management, analysis, reporting, and automation. It suits teams that want visual tooling alongside SQL editing and code completion,… Read the review → |
dbForge Studio for Oracle is a desktop IDE from Devart for developers, database administrators, and analysts working with Oracle Database. Its workspace combines a PL/SQL editor with code completion, formatting, and debugging; a… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL — where it wins
- Visual query building, editing, profiling, and object management
- Schema and data comparison with synchronization in Professional
- Integrates with Supabase, cloud databases, and PostgreSQL-compatible systems
Where it doesn't
- Windows-native; Linux and macOS require compatibility layers
- Advanced comparison and test-data tools require Professional
- Support is focused on PostgreSQL and compatible database systems
dbForge Studio for Oracle — where it wins
- Free Express edition provides basic functionality
- Deep PL/SQL, visual query, design, and administration tools
- Professional and Enterprise add synchronization and automation
Where it doesn't
- Supports Oracle Database only
- macOS and Linux require CrossOver for the Windows application
- Paid editions start at $169.95
- dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL7.4/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A visual PostgreSQL IDE with broad tooling, cloud integrations, and a free offering.
Visit DevartFull verdict → - dbForge Studio for Oracle7.3/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A capable Oracle-only desktop IDE with a useful free entry tier.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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