# dbForge Studio for MySQL Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is dbForge Studio for MySQL the right Database solution for you? Explore 41 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/239795/dbForge-Studio-for-MySQL/reviews --- dbForge Studio for MySQL 4.8 (41) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/239795/dbForge-Studio-for-MySQL/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated May 5th, 2026 # Reviews of dbForge Studio for MySQL Ease of use 4.7 Customer Service 4.6 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews PK Patti K Senior EngineerInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The MySql version has an interface that is very similar and works well with MariaDB.“ February 26, 2026 Sergio C CEOTelecommunications, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Some usability/UX issues, but nothing relevant, like the multi panel editor/viewer that sometimes makes it hard to read resultsets.“ February 17, 2026 Viktoriia K Chief Executive OfficerLegal Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The option to generate queries visually and automate repetitive tasks has had a positive impact on our workflow and increased efficiency.“ May 9, 2024 MA Manuel A IT ManagerFood & Beverages, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The support team often requests excessive information, sometimes even asking for a near-complete copy of the database, which raises concerns about privacy and practicality.“ May 20, 2025 Viktoriia K Chief Executive OfficerLegal Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Its user-friendly interface and intuitive design facilitate efficient database management, streamlined data analysis, and reporting.“ May 9, 2024 MA Manuel A IT ManagerFood & Beverages, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “This makes it difficult to report issues efficiently and discourages users from contributing to product improvement.“ May 20, 2025 SH Steve H Industry Knowledge ExpertConstruction, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I commend the dbForge support team as akways being quickly responsive. “ June 3, 2025 RP Rick P Sr Operations AnalystTelecommunications, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Scrolling across the top, or using the dropdown is cumbersome. “ November 17, 2022 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 41 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Zachary Adam S. Development Team Lead Wholesale Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great software, as long as you run windows. Worth it even it you dont. " August 19, 2025 4.0 Slow to open at times, and they pushed the AI stuff a bit hard, but it is a super reliable took that I come back to time and time again. Pros Great and intuitive interface. Many options to configure things the way you like them. Good theme support Cons Mac support is based on owning a crossover license or running in parallels instead of having an actual mac client. This leads to even more slowness in opening the app as compared to my windows running counterparts, and that is saying something as it takes several minutes to open for them from time to time. Review Source Response from Devart September 11, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! CS Christopher S. Owner Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "DBForge Studio for MySQL Review" August 19, 2025 5.0 Overall a pleasure to use, no big complaints. The version control was not intuitive (you have to push to the file, then push to git for instance), so a better "wizard" for getting new users through the process might be helpful. I would use this tool over MySQL workbench any day (less bugs, more features). Pros The db schema comparison toolset and the aliasing of the database instances in the server explorer. These were great, so is the versioning. Cons The price is a little steep for a small company or a individual to purchase considering that the database layer is not typically the only thing a developer has to focus on, so pricing could be about 50% lower and you would probably have 10x the number of users. Switched from [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) database compare and version control which are not offered in other tool we used (workbench) Review Source Response from Devart September 11, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! JH Julien H. Projet Director Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "An Essential Tool" April 19, 2026 5.0 I have been using it since 2012, and I’ve seen the software continuously improve while staying ahead of competing tools. Pros Easy to get started with and extremely feature-rich. It has become an essential part of my daily workflow. Cons The software can take a little time to start up, but once it’s running, it performs very quickly and efficiently, so this is not really an issue in daily use. Review Source Response from Devart May 6, 2026 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! MA Manuel A. IT Manager Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Could be better" May 20, 2025 3.0 dbForge Studio for MySQL remains a capable tool with a solid feature set, but it is held back by a lack of ongoing development and a frustrating support process. For users who rely on up-to-date compatibility and responsive issue handling, these drawbacks may outweigh the benefits. Pros Offers a comprehensive set of tools for MySQL database development and management. Intuitive user interface that's easy to navigate, even for less experienced users. Debugging store procedures Cons The product has not received any substantial updates in years, making it feel stagnant. The bug reporting process is overly complex and invasive. The support team often requests an excessive amount of data—sometimes even requiring a near-complete copy of the database—which is impractical and raises privacy concerns. Additionally, the bug reporting process is unnecessarily tedious. The support team often requests excessive information, sometimes even asking for a near-complete copy of the database, which raises concerns about privacy and practicality. This makes it difficult to report issues efficiently and discourages users from contributing to product improvement. Switched from [MySQL Auto Backup](https://www.capterra.com/p/32412/MySQL-Auto-Backup/) debug store procedures one tool for multiple database versions Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CEO Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "SQL IDE that really improves productivity!" February 17, 2026 5.0 I've been using it for 4 years now, and will continue for sure! Migrating DB Schemas is easy and gets your job done faster that any other tool. Pros It is fully featured with tools that you really need!The DB Comparison & Sync is the best I have used. The SQL parsing and debug works perfectly, helping to improve your code.No SQL IDE compares to dbforge! Cons Some usability/UX issues, but nothing relevant, like the multi panel editor/viewer that sometimes makes it hard to read resultsets. Switched from [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) better features and more tools to work with. Review Source Response from Devart March 2, 2026 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! FM Filip M. programmer Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Everyday productive tool" February 20, 2025 4.0 Very comperhensive and straightforward tool to administrate and use MySQL. I am very satisfied user of dbForge for MySQL studio. Pros \-schema comparison and data comparison tool - query builder - syntax highliter and syntax completition - schema and tabbbles administration Cons \- one feture has vanish during time I use this product - tab name of table that I query Switched from [Heidi](https://www.capterra.com/p/10017474/Heidi/)[MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) I have a former experience in my previous job. Review Source Response from Devart February 28, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! ML Markus L. \--- Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable All-in-One MySQL Studio" February 17, 2026 5.0 Pros dbForge Studio for MySQL has been extremely helpful, especially when it comes to comparing schemas and data between two databases. Backup and restore tasks are also straightforward and easy to handle. The SQL Composer is a real time-saver and simplifies day-to-day work when creating SQL statements. Cons Honestly not much to dislike. If anything, the UI can feel a bit busy at first, and it takes some time to discover all features. Review Source Response from Devart March 2, 2026 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! SH Steve H. Industry Knowledge Expert Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "dbForge Studio for MySQL is a robust tool." June 3, 2025 5.0 All software has challenges. I commend the dbForge support team as akways being quickly responsive. They remain tenacious until the issue is fully resolved. Pros Database creation, backup and restore all built in. The capability of simultaneously utilizing multiple database connections. Cons Unable to use MySQL parameter standard of $(xxxxx). dbForge requires parameters be defined as :xxxxx. Need to be able to define parameter structure. Alternatives considered [DbVisualizer](https://www.capterra.com/p/197030/DbVisualizer/)[DBeaver](https://www.capterra.com/p/210182/DBeaver/) Reason for choosing dbForge Studio for MySQL User Interface well organized and simple Review Source Response from Devart June 16, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! PK Patti K. Senior Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Solid product for MariaDB and mySql development" February 26, 2026 5.0 We also use dbForge for Oracle. The MySql version has an interface that is very similar and works well with MariaDB. Overall, our developers are very happy with this product. Pros I particularly like the schema/data comparison features of dbForge for MySql. The data comparison can be limited to specific table types or can exclude columns such as dates. The product is solid and consistent. We use it with a MariaDB and it now handles the package features reasonably well. Customer support was very good when this feature was being introduced and the standard version didn't handle it. Cons Currently some issues with schema sync tool copying packages between schemas. To be fair, we haven't yet raised this as an issue. Previously experience indicates that we could expect a good response once raised. Review Source SN Sandra N. CEO Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A good and helpful SQL programm and an useful alternative to microsoft" May 26, 2025 4.0 I use db forge Studio since 2018 and overall I´m happy with the product. Before I used the one from microsoft. With db forge it is much easier to organize the tables. Pros I really like the query builder and use it on a daily basis. It fastens my work a lot and make it much easier wo modify the statements. Cons We often strugle with the update, because the format of the data changed with it quite often. For example: sometimes you have Switched from [Microsoft SQL Server](https://www.capterra.com/p/1417/SQL-Server/) We had problems with the table structure Review Source Response from Devart June 4, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! CM Claudio M. CEO Plastics Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "All communication problems finally solved" June 14, 2023 5.0 Our Company is making color masterbatches for the Synthetic Fibres Industry. We cannot operate with the standard BoM system because we have several recipes for the same color.We have a complex system using an official financial ERP software, Excel for recipe's calculation and pricing and a PHP front-end based on a MySQL database. We needed to get automatic and error-free communication among these systems. Add to this that we are based in Italy, and the localisation makes the usage of. csv files a nightmare.After trying unsuccessfully other software, finally DbForge for MySQL brilliantly resolved all our problems. After months of research and testing we can confidently attest that none of the competitors offers the same capabilities and tools at a similar convenient price.Lastly, communication with Devart people is easy and fast: they are very collaborative and helpful. Pros \-The straightforward and flawless two ways communication with Excel: we can finally stop worrying about decimal separators and misrepresentation of zero and blank cells,-The quick and easy way to automate via command line the export/import from one database to another,-The ability to handle huge files providing very useful tools (SQL Editor, Quey Builder, Script, Pivot) Cons The online help could be improved showing more practical examples. Reason for choosing dbForge Studio for MySQL Maor issue was Excel integration Switched from [DBeaver](https://www.capterra.com/p/210182/DBeaver/) Dbeaver lacked the functionality we need Review Source PS Petr S. Head Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Why DBForge?" March 20, 2024 5.0 Pros Code completation Code formatting Debugging UI Cons New versions occasionally have performance issues. They strain the computer and freeze. Review Source FM Franco M. Libero professionista Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Per il mio lavoro è uno strumento fondamentale ed indispensabile" November 17, 2022 5.0 Sviluppo e costruzione di database più veloce ed affidabile Pros Semplicità di utilizzo, controllo interattivo tra tutti i componenti del database, creazione della documentazione tecnica. Cons Sarebbe utile l'interazione diretta con Visual Studio Review Source RM Rich M. CIO Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great DB management app for DevOps teams" November 21, 2022 5.0 DbForge has sped up my development time with prototyping data structures and building complex queries. Pros DBForge allows me to access databases on multiple servers and manage them from my desktop. Cons At times it can be slow initially loading the app but overall the performance is great. Reason for choosing dbForge Studio for MySQL Ease of use and clean interface. Review Source DZ Dario Z. IT Manager Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Ottimo prodotto per sostituire Toad" May 22, 2025 4.0 Mi piace e lo uso da diversi anni. Interfaccia semplice ma completa. Possibilità di lavorare su db diversi in modo semplice. Pros La possibilità di modificare i dati delle tabelle direttamente dalla selezione, è una cosa che in Toad non hai e mi ha felicemente sorpreso. Cons Uso Toad da 20 anni, si deve confrontare con un ottimo prodotto. La possibilità di lavorare sulle tabelle in modo più semplice. Una duplicazione record non è cosi semplice. Review Source Response from Devart June 4, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! MS Mark S. Managing director Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "An invaluable tool" February 20, 2025 5.0 It has over the years become a vital tool for the business. Pros A powerful set of tools, all features laid out in a gogical fashion and easy to use Cons I have not been disappointed at all by this product Alternatives considered [Magic Heidi](https://www.capterra.com/p/10020344/Magic-Heidi/) Reason for choosing dbForge Studio for MySQL We required features found in dbforge that were vital Review Source Response from Devart February 25, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! FLS Francisco Levy S. CEO Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "DBA Using IA" October 23, 2025 5.0 "So far, everything has gone well. The installation and configuration were smooth, and the tool performs reliably for my daily database management tasks. Pros dbForge MySQL Pro is an excellent tool for database administration. The AI Assistance feature greatly improves productivity, helping me create and optimize queries faster and with more precision. Cons The price might be a bit high considering there are several free tools available that offer similar basic functionality. Alternatives considered [Toad](https://www.capterra.com/p/155783/Database-Management-Solutions/)[MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) Reason for choosing dbForge Studio for MySQL The price, and more friendly enviroment, with exactly the same features that I needed Review Source Response from Devart November 4, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! MG Marco G. Owner Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best mySQL query writer I know!" May 20, 2025 5.0 This is my go-to place to deeply manage my mySQL DBs and create queries! I have liked the very advanced features in the software. Pros It has the best query writer I know to mySQL, very similar to Microsoft products. Great price, also liking the monthly price very well. Cons Only connects to MySQL. I do wish that the other DBs that are similar had a similar price. I then would be able to have a single DB management solution. Review Source Response from Devart June 4, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! DS David S. CEO Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "DB Forge Mysql is a great product!" May 21, 2025 4.0 Enjoy the simplicity of the platform. The ease of access to my database and the ability to change the security rights. Pros The ease of access to my database and the ability to change the security rights. Enjoy the simplicity of the platform. Cons All is good. No issues. I have been using for many years and I like it! Would recommend to my colleagues as well. Review Source Response from Devart June 4, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! MN Michael N. Place Associate Individual & Family Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Product at a Great Price" February 25, 2025 5.0 I have been using it for over 2 years and love the simplicity of this software. Anyone can jump right in and it is always being modified with new tools by dbForge. Pros Easy to use and keep schemas in order and create complex queries. Cons I would like code to show in different colors depending on the schema I am in. User chosen. Review Source Response from Devart February 28, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! SG Sergey G. Programmer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Convenient product" February 20, 2025 4.0 I have been using it for over three years, mainly for debugging complex stored procedures. Pros Excellent stored procedure debugger. Very convenient product Cons Errors arise periodically, and we would like to receive corrections for them faster. Review Source Response from Devart February 28, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! RB Richard B. Group Operations Manager Facilities Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Really Great" May 21, 2025 4.0 Very Good, it is my go too application for Database administration. It now runs seamslessly as background admin and interogation Pros I find this a great alternative to phpmyadmin for MySql databases, the ability to setup automated scripts and compaire databases is brilliant. Cons It was a bit tricky to get used to coming from a very simple phpmyadmin interface. But with a bit of perceverance got to grips with it. Review Source Response from Devart June 4, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! AG Anshul G. Admin Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Life Saver Tool for DB Managers" February 20, 2025 5.0 It significantly reduces workload by saving thousands of hours in database schema merging, data management, and other related operations. Pros The schema, data comparison, and merge functionality are highly efficient and well-executed, providing excellent accuracy and seamless integration. Cons I didn't find any in dbForge Studio for MySQL. Review Source Response from Devart February 28, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! BN Béla N. Programer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excelent reliable " February 20, 2025 5.0 A good, reliable program. I like to use it. Pros It's clear, easy to use. I found everything I needed in it. Cons When I change the external HDD on my notebook, it doesn't recognize the license. Alternatives considered [DBeaver](https://www.capterra.com/p/210182/DBeaver/) Reason for choosing dbForge Studio for MySQL I liked DBforge better and it was more convenient for me. Review Source Response from Devart February 28, 2025 Thank you for your feedback on our product. It will help us get better! QO Qemajl O. Software Developer Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The best product on the market" October 8, 2024 5.0 Pros \- Manu useful features - Code completion is one of the best feature I use in daily basis - Query Designer is a big advantage - Importing and Exporting datas is very easy Cons Occasionally, I might get an "unexpected error" message. 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