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Windows users who want a fast, no-nonsense SQL client without a subscription.

Why it deserves attention

HeidiSQL has been around for years and still opens quickly: browse tables, edit rows, manage users, run SQL, and compare schemas without a login or cloud account. It supports the common relational engines and can export data in several formats. It is Windows-only, and the interface shows its age compared with newer cross-platform clients.

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