QuackDB and Postico
Postico is a macOS client for PostgreSQL from Egger Apps, built around a clean interface for browsing and editing data. 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
PosticomacOS only
Built with
QuackDBSwift, SwiftUI and AppKit
PosticoNative macOS application
Databases
QuackDBSQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Supabase
PosticoPostgreSQL
Focus
QuackDBOne workspace for several engines
PosticoA focused PostgreSQL client
Licensing
QuackDBComing soon to the Mac App Store; the previous version is free
PosticoCommercial product with a limited free evaluation
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
Postico, runs on
- macOS: Supported
- Windows: Not supported
- Linux: Not supported
Postico, databases
- SQLite: Not supported
- PostgreSQL: Supported
- MySQL: Not supported
- SQL Server: Not 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 Postico if
- You only use PostgreSQL and want a focused, single-engine Mac app.
- You already use it and it fits your workflow.
Choose QuackDB if
- You use PostgreSQL and also SQLite, MySQL, SQL Server or Supabase.
- You want notebooks that combine SQL, Python and charts.
- You want to review pending edits and undo a commit from the history.
Information about Postico comes from publicly available descriptions and may change. Check the vendor's website for current details. Reviewed October 2026.