QuackDB and DBeaver
DBeaver is a cross-platform database tool built on Java and the Eclipse platform, with an open source community edition and commercial editions. QuackDB is a native macOS database client for SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server and Supabase. Choosing a database client is a bet on how you will spend many hours a week, so this page sets out honestly where the two differ and who each one suits.
At a glance
Platform
QuackDBmacOS only
DBeavermacOS, Windows and Linux
Built with
QuackDBSwift, SwiftUI and AppKit
DBeaverJava and the Eclipse platform
Databases
QuackDBSQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Supabase
DBeaverVery broad coverage through JDBC drivers
Source
QuackDBProprietary
DBeaverOpen source community edition
Licensing
QuackDBAvailable on the Mac App Store; the previous version is free
DBeaverFree community edition and paid editions
Platforms and databases side by side
QuackDB, runs on
- macOS: Supported
- Windows: Not supported
- Linux: Not supported
QuackDB, databases
- SQLite: Supported
- PostgreSQL: Supported
- MySQL: Supported
- SQL Server: Supported
- Supabase: Supported
DBeaver, runs on
- macOS: Supported
- Windows: Supported
- Linux: Supported
DBeaver, databases
- SQLite: Supported
- PostgreSQL: Supported
- MySQL: Supported
- SQL Server: Supported
- Supabase: Supported
Filled means supported. A crossed out name means the tool does not list that platform or engine. Supabase is PostgreSQL underneath. Based on each vendor's public description.
Choose DBeaver if
- You need to connect to many different kinds of databases, including less common ones.
- You want an open source tool, or one that runs on Windows and Linux.
- You rely on features of its commercial editions.
Choose QuackDB if
- You work on a Mac and prefer a native application.
- You want a focused interface without a large number of views and options.
- You use SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server or Supabase.
Information about DBeaver comes from publicly available descriptions and may change. Check the vendor's website for current details. Reviewed October 2026.