DBeaver vs DrawDB
Both in Databases & API tools โ compared item by item
| DBeaver | DrawDB | |
|---|---|---|
| Stars | โ 51.9k | โ 39.7k |
| Language | Java | JavaScript |
| License | Apache-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-23 | 2026-09-21 |
| Usage | ๐ป Desktop | ๐ Online / ๐ณ Self-hosted |
| Platforms | โ | โ |
| Category | Databases & API tools | Databases & API tools |
How to choose
- Only DBeaver supports a desktop app.
- Only DrawDB supports online use, self-hosting.
- Both have comparable traction, so pick based on features and day-to-day experience.
- DBeaver was updated more recently (2026-09-23).
- Different licenses (Apache-2.0 vs AGPL-3.0) โ check the terms before commercial use.