Beekeeper Studio for MAC
Free, open-source SQL editor and database manager for Mac: query and edit PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, SQL Server and more, with autocomplete.
Beekeeper Studio Overview
Beekeeper Studio is a cross-platform SQL editor and database manager that aims to be fast, smooth and pleasant to use. Write queries in an editor with autocomplete and syntax highlighting, work in tabs, then sort, filter and edit your table data directly. You can create and modify tables, indexes, relations and triggers, save queries for later, find old queries in the run history, and import and export data, all with a good dark theme.
The free Community Edition connects to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server, Amazon Redshift, CockroachDB, MariaDB, TiDB, Google BigQuery, Redis and GreengageDB, with unlimited connections, queries and tabs and no sign-up. Most of its code is open source under the GPL-3.0 license. Paid editions add more databases, such as Oracle, MongoDB, DuckDB and ClickHouse, plus extra features; they come as in-app upgrades with a free trial. Beekeeper Studio is made by Beekeeper Studio, Inc. It has separate downloads for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs and needs macOS 13 or later.
Key Features
Beekeeper Studio makes working with databases pleasant.
- SQL editor: autocomplete and syntax highlighting.
- Tabs: work on several queries at once.
- Table data: sort, filter and edit rows.
- Table design: create tables, indexes, relations and triggers.
- Saved queries: keep queries for later.
- Query history: find a query you ran days ago.
- Import and export: move data in and out.
- Free Community Edition: many databases, no sign-up.
What’s New in Version 6.2.0
Beekeeper Studio 6.2.0 adds plugins and new themes.
- Plugins: install them from Tools > Manage Plugins
- New themes: Dracula and GitHub, light and dark, in View > Appearance
- Fixed a first-time connection issue with SQL Server
Beekeeper Studio FAQ
Is Beekeeper Studio free?
Yes. The Community Edition is free, with no sign-up, and most of its code is open source under the GPL-3.0 license. Paid editions add more databases and features.
Which databases does the free edition support?
MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, SQL Server, Amazon Redshift, CockroachDB, MariaDB, TiDB, Google BigQuery, Redis and GreengageDB.
Which databases need a paid edition?
Databases such as Oracle, Cassandra, MongoDB, DuckDB, ClickHouse, Snowflake and Firebird are in the paid editions.
Can I try the paid features?
Yes. The paid features are an in-app upgrade with a free trial, no account or credit card required.
Which macOS version does Beekeeper Studio need?
Beekeeper Studio needs macOS 13 or later.
Does Beekeeper Studio run on Apple Silicon?
Yes. There are separate downloads for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Can I edit table data?
Yes. You can sort, filter and edit table data, and create or change tables, indexes, relations and triggers.
Does it keep a query history?
Yes. It keeps a run history of your queries, and you can save queries for later.
Can I install Beekeeper Studio with Homebrew?
Yes. Run brew install --cask beekeeper-studio.
Where does the Beekeeper Studio download on beekeeper-studio.FULLMAC.app come from?
The download button leads to the official Beekeeper Studio Community Edition page at https://www.beekeeperstudio.io/community/. beekeeper-studio.FULLMAC.app does not change or repackage the app.
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