Strix SQLite — a native SQLite browser and editor for macOS and iPadOS

Fast. Simple. Powerful. Built with Swift and SwiftUI for Mac and iPad.

🖥 Download for Mac
📱 Download for iPad

FEATURES

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Native Performance

Built with Swift and SwiftUI, not Electron. Lightning-fast startup and smooth scrolling.

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View & Edit Modes

Databases open read-only—you can't accidentally modify anything. Toggle to edit mode when needed, and every change is highlighted until you save or discard.

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Advanced Search

Full-text search (FTS5) with result highlighting. Find anything instantly, even in large databases.

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Import Anything

Drop in CSV, TSV, JSON, or Excel files. Multi-sheet workbooks expand to one SQLite table per sheet — no scripts, no conversion tools.

See the full version history on the changelog page, or jump to pricing.

SCREENSHOTS

Strix SQLite on macOS — change tracking with modified cells highlighted before save
Edit Mode

Change Tracking

See every modification highlighted in real-time. Review all pending changes before committing to your database.

Strix SQLite on macOS — instant full-text search with match highlighting
Search

Instant Search

Find anything instantly with real-time filtering and match highlighting.

Strix SQLite schema inspector showing column types, constraints, and CREATE statements
Schema

Schema Inspector

View column types, constraints, and CREATE statements at a glance.

Strix SQLite SQL query editor on macOS with syntax highlighting and result grid
Query

SQL Query Editor

Write and execute custom SQL queries with a built-in editor and instant results.

Strix SQLite on iPad — tap a cell to edit with change tracking
Edit Mode

Touch to Edit

Tap a cell, type, save. Same change-tracking safety on tablet.

Strix SQLite on iPad — full-text search with real-time match highlighting
Search

Instant Search

Same FTS engine. Real-time filtering and match highlighting, designed for thumbs.

Strix SQLite on iPad — column statistics with min, max, average, and null counts
Stats

Column Statistics

Min/max/avg, null counts, distinct values — one tap.

Strix SQLite on iPad — SQL query tab with results below
Query

SQL Query Tab

Write SQL with the full keyboard. Tap to run, results below.

FAQ

What file formats does Strix SQLite open?

Strix opens any SQLite database file — including .sqlite, .sqlite3, .db, and custom extensions. You can also import CSV, TSV, JSON, and Excel (.xlsx) files; multi-sheet workbooks expand into one SQLite table per sheet.

Is Strix SQLite free?

No — Strix is a paid app with a one-time purchase of $9.99 for Mac and $9.99 for iPad. There are no subscriptions and no in-app purchases. See the pricing page for details.

Is Strix SQLite safe to use on production databases?

Yes. Databases open in read-only mode by default, so you cannot accidentally modify data. Switching to edit mode highlights every change until you explicitly save or discard it. Strix does not transmit any data — all databases stay on your device.

Does Strix SQLite require macOS or iPadOS?

Yes. Strix is built natively with Swift and SwiftUI and runs on macOS 14 (Sonoma) or later, and iPadOS 18 or later. There is no Windows or Linux version.

Does it support full-text search?

Yes. Strix uses SQLite's FTS5 engine for fast full-text search across large databases, with result highlighting and real-time filtering.

Can I buy Strix outside the App Store?

Yes — Strix for Mac is available directly via Paddle for $9.99, with the same features as the App Store version.

SUPPORT

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Need Help?

Have a question, found a bug, or want to request a feature? We'd love to hear from you.

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PRIVACY

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Your Data Stays Yours

Strix SQLite does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. All databases remain on your device. No analytics, no tracking, no accounts required.