Alternatives to pgAdmin
The default PostgreSQL admin
pgAdmin ranks #4 of 9 in Database GUIs, with an Alt Score of 78. It is licensed under PostgreSQL License, free and available on Windows, macOS, Linux and Web. 9 of 10 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
Database administrators and developers who work with PostgreSQL and want a graphical interface for managing databases instead of relying solely on the command line (psql).
A full-featured, open-source PostgreSQL management GUI for creating, browsing, and managing database objects such as schemas, tables, roles, and functions. Includes a query tool with syntax highlighting, auto-complete, and graphical EXPLAIN plans for analyzing and optimizing SQL. Runs cross-platform on Windows, macOS, and Linux, and can also be deployed as a web application accessed through a browser.
Install pgAdmin (desktop app, package manager, or Docker container) or access a hosted web deployment, then register a connection to a PostgreSQL server using its host, port, and credentials. From there, browse the object tree to inspect and manage database objects, or use the built-in query tool to write and run SQL directly.
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Ranked alternatives
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Feature comparison
Rows come from the Database GUIs checklist (14 rows). Human-verified cells only. ? means the value has not been verified.
| Database GUIs checklist | pgAdmin | Beekeeper Studio | DbGate | TablePlus | DataGrip | DBeaver |
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Every fact and feature listed for pgAdmin is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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License PostgreSQL License verified 2026-07-10
This software is released under the PostgreSQL licence.
https://github.com/pgadmin-org/pgadmin4/blob/master/LICENSE -
Pricing model Free verified 2026-07-10
pgAdmin is a free software project released under the PostgreSQL licence .
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Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, Web verified 2026-07-10
Container macOS Python APT RPM Source Code Windows
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Status active verified 2026-07-10
Release date: 2026-06-18
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/release_notes_9_16.html -
Databases supported Partial verified 2026-07-10
PostgreSQL/EDB only.
Supported Database Servers **PostgreSQL**: 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/release_notes_9_16.html -
Query editor & autocomplete Yes verified 2026-07-10
To use autocomplete, begin typing your query; when you would like the Query editor to suggest object names or commands that might be next in your query, press the Control+Space key combination.
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/query_tool.html -
ER diagrams Yes verified 2026-07-10
ERD Tool for designing and documenting schemas
https://www.pgadmin.org/features/ -
Data editing safety Yes verified 2026-07-10
If the table definition does not include an OID or a primary key, the displayed data is read only.
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/editgrid.html -
SSH tunneling Yes verified 2026-07-10
Set 'Use SSH tunneling' to Yes to specify that pgAdmin should use an SSH tunnel when connecting to the specified server.
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/server_dialog.html -
Import / export formats Yes verified 2026-07-10
Use the _Import/Export data_ dialog to copy data from a table to a file, or copy data from a file into a table.
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/import_export_data.html -
Open source Yes verified 2026-07-10
pgAdmin is a free software project released under the PostgreSQL licence .
https://www.pgadmin.org/download/ -
One-time purchase option No verified 2026-07-10
pgAdmin is a free software project released under the PostgreSQL licence .
https://www.pgadmin.org/download/ -
Team sharing of connections Yes verified 2026-07-10
If the user has created some shared servers, then the Change Ownership dialog will appear to change the ownership of a shared server.
https://www.pgadmin.org/docs/pgadmin4/latest/user_management.html
FAQ
Yes. Beekeeper Studio, DbGate and DBeaver have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.
Beekeeper Studio, DbGate and DBeaver — every license claim links its source.