DBeaver

DBeaver Corp · Open source · Developer

DBeaver is a universal database management tool and SQL client designed for developers, database administrators, and data analysts. Distributed as open-source software under the Apache-2.0 license, it allows users to connect to a wide variety of relational and non-relational engines including MySQL, MSSQL, DB2, Firebird, and Apache Hive through a single unified desktop interface.

Download for Windows

github.com · Official website

✓ Official source (winget)
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✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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Version: 26.2.0
Release date: Aug. 30, 2026
License: Apache-2.0
Installer type: nullsoft

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.

winget install --id DBeaver.DBeaver.Community -e

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Download for macOS

dbeaver.io · Official website

✓ Official source (Homebrew)
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✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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Version: 26.2.4
License: Apache-2.0
Installer type: dmg

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.

brew install --cask dbeaver-community

SHA256 (file verification)

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Open official page for Linux

flathub.org · Official website

✓ Community package (Flathub)
✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026

Version: 26.2.3
Release date: Oct. 18, 2026
License: Apache-2.0
Installer type: flatpak

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

Open a terminal, paste the command and press Enter. Flatpak and Flathub must be set up; Linux Mint has them by default, for other distributions see flathub.org/setup.

flatpak install flathub io.dbeaver.DBeaverCommunity

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Old versions (10)

DBeaver 26.2.0: what's new?

Official release notes →

Highlights

Universal database connectivity supporting multiple engine types
SQL editor with syntax highlighting and query execution tools
Visual data viewing, filtering, and inline table editing
Database schema and object structure inspection

Who is it for?

This tool is designed for software developers, database administrators, and data analysts who need to manage multiple relational databases and execute SQL queries from a single desktop client.

Good to know before installing

The Eclipse-based interface can be resource-intensive and slow to start up on low-spec systems.
Support for certain NoSQL databases and enterprise cloud features is limited to the commercial PRO edition.
Configuring complex JDBC drivers and connection parameters may require a learning curve for beginners.

Screenshots

How to install

Windows

Click the official download button on our site to get the installer executable.
Optionally, open command prompt and run 'winget install --id DBeaver.DBeaver.Community -e'.
Run the installer file and follow the on-screen prompts to complete setup.

Alternatives

pgAdmin
MySQL Workbench
HeidiSQL

All DBeaver alternatives →

Frequently asked questions

Is DBeaver free to use?

Yes, DBeaver Community edition is completely free and open-source under the Apache-2.0 license.

Which database engines are supported by DBeaver?

It supports any database with a JDBC driver, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, DB2, Firebird, and Apache Hive.

Does DBeaver require a separate Java installation?

No, standard DBeaver installation packages come bundled with an integrated Java runtime environment.