SoftDB

Why SoftDB?

Cross-Platform

Native desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Built with Go + React via Wails v3 — fast and lightweight, no Electron overhead.

7 Databases, One App

PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB, Redshift, and Redis. No more switching between different tools.

AI-Powered

Built-in AI assistant understands your schema. Powered by OpenAI. Get context-aware SQL instantly.

Secure by Default

AES-256-GCM encrypted credentials, parameterized queries, OAuth PKCE, and SSH tunneling support.

Core Features

SQL Editor

Full-featured Monaco editor with syntax highlighting, schema-aware autocomplete, multi-tab queries, and integrated snippets.

SQL Editor Guide Autocomplete, shortcuts, snippets, and query execution

Keyboard Shortcuts Complete shortcut reference for power users

AI Assistant

Chat with an AI that knows your database schema. Use @table mentions to include column metadata. Powered by OpenAI with multiple model options.

AI Assistant Guide Setup providers, use schema context, optimize queries

Data Grid & Table Explorer

Virtualized data grid with inline cell editing, sorting, filtering, and pagination. Edit data directly — changes batched as parameterized UPDATE statements.

Data Grid Guide Inline editing, sorting, filtering, and export

Table Structure Browse and modify columns, indexes, and foreign keys

Visual Tools

ER Diagram

Auto-generated entity-relationship diagrams from FK metadata with ELK auto-layout.

Query Builder

Build SELECT queries visually — pick tables, columns, conditions, ordering without writing SQL.

Query History & Snippets

Every query auto-saved with full-text search. Promote to reusable named snippet.

Import & Export

Export/import workspaces (connections, settings, snippets) and databases (schema + data).

Safe Mode

Per-connection toggle blocking destructive queries — DROP, TRUNCATE, DELETE without WHERE.

SSH Tunneling

Connect to databases behind firewalls using SSH key or password auth.

Supported Databases

PostgreSQL Full support — multi-DB browsing, JSONB, CTEs, window functions

MySQL / MariaDB Full support — TLS modes, multi-DB browsing, DDL management

SQLite File-based — open .db files directly, no server required

MongoDB JSON commands, collection browsing, Schema Validation editor

Redshift PostgreSQL wire protocol, DISTKEY/SORTKEY, cluster support

Redis Key browsing by type, DB index switching, CLI commands

How SoftDB Compares

Feature	SoftDB	DBeaver	DataGrip	TablePlus	Beekeeper Studio	DbGate
Price	Free (MIT)	Free / $12+/mo	$9.90/mo	$99 one-time	Free / $99/yr	Free / $12/mo
Open Source	✅ MIT	✅ Community	❌	❌	✅ MIT	✅ Partial
Platform	Win, Mac, Linux	Win, Mac, Linux	Win, Mac, Linux	Win, Mac, Linux	Win, Mac, Linux	Win, Mac, Linux
Technology	Go + React (Wails)	Java (Eclipse)	Java (IntelliJ)	Native (Swift/.NET)	Electron (Vue)	Electron (Svelte)
AI Assistant	✅ Built-in	✅ Paid only	✅ JetBrains AI	❌	❌	✅ Paid only
AI Providers	OpenAI	OpenAI	JetBrains AI	—	—	OpenAI
PostgreSQL	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
MySQL / MariaDB	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
SQLite	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
MongoDB	✅	✅ Pro	✅	❌	❌	✅
Redis	✅	✅ Pro	✅	✅	❌	✅
Multi-DB Browsing	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌	✅
ER Diagram	✅	✅ Pro	✅	❌	❌	✅
Query Builder	✅	✅	✅	❌	❌	❌
SSH Tunneling	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Import / Export	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
Safe Mode	✅	❌	❌	❌	❌	❌
Inline Editing	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
App Size	~30 MB	~400 MB	~800 MB	~50 MB	~200 MB	~150 MB
Startup Speed	Fast	Slow (JVM)	Slow (JVM)	Fast	Medium	Medium

SoftDB’s advantages: Free built-in AI assistant (OpenAI), lightweight native app (no JVM/Electron overhead), built-in Safe Mode, and full open-source MIT license.

Get Started

Installation Download for Windows, macOS, or Linux. Homebrew available.

Quick Start Connect to your first database in under 5 minutes.

Connection Management SSH tunnels, SSL/TLS, URI import, and connection settings.

Security How SoftDB protects your credentials and data.