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DBeaver Lite Edition

Universal database tool and SQL client

For Mac
Official website
Free & open source
CategoryDeveloper Tools
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version26.1.0Catalog version

What is DBeaver Lite Edition?

Universal database tool and SQL client

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask dbeaverlite
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How to Install DBeaver Lite Edition on Mac

Follow these steps to install DBeaver Lite Edition using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask dbeaverlite

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask dbeaverlite
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm dbeaverlite is installed, then try `dbeaverlite --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch DBeaver Lite Edition

    Run `dbeaverlite` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about DBeaver Lite Edition

How do I install DBeaver Lite Edition on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask dbeaverlite. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run dbeaverlite from Terminal.
Is DBeaver Lite Edition free?
Yes, DBeaver Lite Edition is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall DBeaver Lite Edition?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask dbeaverlite. Homebrew will remove DBeaver Lite Edition and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to DBeaver Lite Edition?
There are several developer tools apps available for macOS. Browse the Developer Tools category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update DBeaver Lite Edition to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask dbeaverlite in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does DBeaver Lite Edition work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, DBeaver Lite Edition can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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