HeidiSQL is a powerful and easy client for MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL. Open source and free to use. Developed by Ansgar Becker
License: Open Source
MySQL Workbench is a powerful tool designed for complex database management and design, offering advanced features such as data modeling and reporting tools, but it can be resource-intensive. In contrast, HeidiSQL is lightweight and user-friendly, making it ideal for simpler database tasks and supporting multiple database systems, but it lacks some depth in advanced features.