SQuirreL SQL Client is a database administration tool. It uses JDBC to allow users to explore and interact with databases via a JDBC driver. It provides an editor that offers code completion and syntax highlighting for standard SQL.
License: Open Source
MySQL Workbench is specifically designed for MySQL databases and offers advanced database design and management tools, making it ideal for MySQL users. In contrast, SQuirreL SQL is a more general-purpose SQL client that supports multiple databases, making it versatile but potentially less feature-rich for specific database tasks.