DbGate — a modern alternative to SQL Server Management Studio

If you’re tired of SSMS being Windows-only, slow to start, or limited to just SQL Server, DbGate offers a fresh approach. It’s a modern, cross-platform SQL & NoSQL database manager that works seamlessly across Windows, macOS, and Linux — with SQL Server support plus dozens of other database engines.

Why teams choose DbGate over SSMS

Cross-platform freedom. “I recently moved my workflow from Windows to macOS… DbGate worked out of the box” while SSMS requires Windows or VMs. DbGate runs natively on Windows, macOS, and Linux without compromise.

Lightning-fast performance. “Schema scanning is extremely fast and doesn’t lock up when right-clicking, unlike SSMS.” Users report DbGate starts faster, uses fewer resources, and feels much lighter overall.

Multi-engine workspace. “Instead of switching between different tools for SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc., I can handle all operations from a single platform.” One interface for your entire database stack.

Modern, intuitive interface. “The clean interface… makes learning much easier” with features like automatic top 100 rows display, instant DDL viewing, and built-in code formatting that SSMS lacks.

Web accessibility included. Even the Free Community edition includes browser-based access alongside desktop apps. “The ability to run DbGate in a web environment allows for broader access and easier collaboration.”

Proven reliability. “I tried using DbGate as a replacement for SQL Server Management Studio for 2 months and was completely satisfied with its features.”

What makes DbGate better than SSMS

• Instant productivity: “Automatically querying the top 100 rows when clicking on a table, with quick options to switch between data view, DDL, and generating SELECT/INSERT statements”
• Superior performance: “Exporting a table with 112,561 rows took only 3.7 seconds” vs SSMS’s slower operations
• Cross-platform reliability: “A significant benefit is DbGate’s compatibility with both Windows and Mac operating systems, enabling access to MS SQL Server databases on a Mac without the need for a virtual machine”
• Modern workflow: “Built-in code formatting, query history tracking, and a wide variety of editor themes” that enhance daily productivity
• Lightweight design: “DbGate starts faster, uses fewer resources, and feels much lighter overall” compared to SSMS’s heavy footprint
• Unified experience: “Managing multiple types of databases from a unified interface” instead of juggling separate tools