JustDB vs Beekeeper Studio
A native alternative to Beekeeper Studio.
Beekeeper Studio is a clean, modern SQL client — and a close match in spirit to JustDB. The main differences are underneath: Beekeeper is an Electron app with a paid Ultimate tier, while JustDB is a fully native app that is free with no tiers.
Side by side
JustDB vs Beekeeper Studio
| JustDB | Beekeeper Studio | |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Native desktop app (Rust + Tauri) | Electron (Chromium + Node) |
| Databases | PostgreSQL, SQLite, Turso/libSQL (MySQL planned) | PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, SQL Server and more |
| Price | Free — no paid tier | Free Community edition; paid Ultimate edition |
| Feature gating | Every feature is in the free app | Some databases and features are Ultimate-only |
| Account / signup | None | None for the Community edition |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Focus | Browse, query and edit, minimal | Broad SQL editing and management |
JustDB
Comparison reflects publicly documented behaviour and pricing models; product details can change.
Why developers switch
Less tool, more database.
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Native, not Electron
JustDB is built on Rust and Tauri, so it uses the OS webview instead of bundling a full Chromium — a smaller download and a lighter footprint.
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No tiers
There is no Community-versus-Ultimate split. Every feature JustDB has is in the one free app.
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Turso built in
Connect to remote Turso/libSQL databases over an authenticated URL, alongside PostgreSQL and local SQLite files.
Being fair
When Beekeeper Studio is the better pick.
JustDB is deliberately small. If any of these describe you, Beekeeper Studio is the right tool — and we would rather say so.
- You need databases JustDB does not support yet, such as MySQL or SQL Server.
- You are on Linux, where JustDB does not yet publish a packaged build.
- You want features that live in Beekeeper’s Ultimate edition specifically.
FAQ
Common questions.
How is JustDB different from Beekeeper Studio?
Both aim for a clean, focused SQL client. JustDB is a native Rust/Tauri app that is free with no paid tier; Beekeeper Studio is an Electron app with a free Community edition and a paid Ultimate edition.
Is JustDB really free with no Ultimate tier?
Yes. There is no Community-versus-Ultimate split — every feature ships in the one free app, with no account required.
Which supports more databases?
Beekeeper Studio currently supports more database engines, including MySQL and SQL Server. JustDB focuses on PostgreSQL, SQLite and Turso/libSQL today, with MySQL planned.