Best MariaDB GUI
Client and Management Tool

dbForge Studio for MySQL is a powerful all-in-one IDE designed for developers, database architects, administrators, data analysts, and anyone working with MySQL and MariaDB.

You can write high-quality code, optimize complex queries, visually design databases and their objects, compare and synchronize schemas and data, generate test data, manage multiple databases and users, and build CI/CD pipelines to streamline development processes, all within a single IDE.

Design MariaDB databases
Generate database scripts
Copy databases
Export/import table data
Track sessions and users

Generate meaningful test data
Back up and restore databases
Document databases automatically
Compare and sync databases
Version-control database changes

MariaDB client for intelligent
SQL coding

Write high-quality code for MariaDB with full awareness of the database's specific features and behavior. dbForge Studio for MySQL is the best MariaDB client that allows you to level up query development.

Capabilities:

Write SQL code faster with autocompletion
Work with packages and sequences
Validate SQL syntax in real time
Format code with flexible rules
Refactor SQL code automatically
Generate CRUD statements

MariaDB database comparison & sync

Compare database objects and table records with this MariaDB management studio, identify all differences, analyze them, and synchronize the databases by deploying changes to the target platforms on-premise and in the cloud.

Capabilities:

Compare live MariaDB databases and script folders
Visualize and analyze differences in a user-friendly interface
Create comparison reports in multiple formats
Generate accurate synchronization scripts
Schedule and run tasks automatically

MariaDB Query Profiler

Analyze and optimize query performance in MariaDB databases with Query Profiler. Gain detailed statistics for executed queries to identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and fine-tune slow queries.

Capabilities:

Retrieve comprehensive query execution statistics
View and analyze time delays across execution stages
Diagnose performance issues
Compare query profiling results visually
Optimize MariaDB queries

MariaDB Database Designer

Design MariaDB databases visually using ER diagrams. Create table relationships, define database objects without writing code, and instantly convert visual models into SQL scripts.

Capabilities:

Design and edit database structures visually
Define and manage key relationships
Display database objects and their properties
Convert visual models into SQL code
Reverse-engineer existing MariaDB databases

MariaDB data import/export

Easily export data from MariaDB databases to all major file formats, or import data directly into database tables from external sources with the professional MariaDB GUI client.

Capabilities:

Export MariaDB data to 14 popular formats
Import data into MariaDB tables from 10 formats
Configure export/import tasks visually
Customize data migration settings
Save templates for recurring scenarios
Automate import/export operations via CLI

MariaDB backup tool

Quickly and easily backup and restore MariaDB databases using the built-in MariaDB backup tool. Automate regular backup tasks and schedule them to save time, minimize manual effort, and reduce the risk of data loss.

Capabilities:

Backup and restore databases on demand
Automate routine backup and recovery tasks
Schedule backup and restore operations
Run backup and recovery from the command line
Back up both database schema and data
Create selective backups of specific objects or datasets

MariaDB data analysis & reporting

Use built-in tools to design reports with parameters, summaries, and custom formatting. Make your data analysis and reporting processes more efficient and less time-consuming using this MariaDB GUI for Windows.

Capabilities:

Data Report Wizard
Report Designer
Chart Designer
Pivot tables
10 formats for ready reports
Task automation via CLI

MariaDB administration tool

A powerful MariaDB admin tool allows you to connect to MariaDB databases and maintain them. Create and manage user roles and privileges, track session statistics, and perform other jobs with this intuitive MariaDB GUI manager.

Capabilities:

Configure user accounts and permissions
Copy or transfer databases
Perform table maintenance
Generate database scripts
Locate and resolve database index fragmentation issues

DevOps integration

dbForge Studio is a powerful and reliable IDE for developers who adopt DevOps practices. With integrated Source Control that supports all major version control systems and robust automation tools, the Studio enables developers to automate every stage of their CI/CD pipelines.

Capabilities:

Version-control schemas and table data
Work in shared or dedicated mode
Commit and revert changes within the Studio
Resolve conflicts without leaving the IDE
Deploy changes automatically

dbForge Studio vs CLI

Category	CLI	GUI (dbForge Studio for MySQL)
Ease of use	Requires knowledge of commands.	User-friendly interface, suitable for beginners.
Error handling	Less visual with error messages.	More intuitive with inline messages and hints.
Visual representation	Text-based - no visual representation.	Visual tools for task configuration and performance.
Learning resources	Requires documentation or guides.	Interactive elements help with learning.
Version control integration	Can be integrated with Git using scripts.	Integrates with all popular VCSs.
Customization	Customizable with scripts.	Customization based on built-in features.
Debugging & profiling	Manual debugging using logs and queries.	Built-in query profiling and execution plan tools.
Resource consumption	Minimal system resources.	May consume more system resources.
Cross-platform availability	Consistent across platforms and environments.	Runs on Windows (natively), macOS, and Linux (via CrossOver or Wine).