Compare DbVisualizer vs. NodeXL

DbVisualizer is one of the world’s most popular database clients. Developers, analysts, and DBAs use it to advance their SQL experience with modern tools to visualize and manage their databases, schemas, objects, and table data and to auto-generate, write and optimize queries. It has extended support for 30+ of the major databases and has basic-level support for all databases that can be accessed with a JDBC driver. DbVisualizer runs on all major OSes. Free and Pro versions are available.

NodeXL serves as a versatile template for Microsoft® Excel® (versions 2007, 2010, 2013, and 2016) compatible with Windows operating systems (XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10), allowing users to input a network edge list directly into a workbook and effortlessly generate a network graph with the click of a button, alongside a comprehensive summary report, all within the user-friendly Excel® interface. Users have the option to customize the graph's visual style, as well as zoom, scale, and pan for better viewing. It also enables the calculation of essential graph metrics, dynamic filtering of vertices and edges, and rearranging the graph's layout to enhance clarity. Additionally, users can identify clusters of interconnected vertices. By opting for NodeXL Pro, users can access a 12-month license that unlocks advanced features, including the calculation of sophisticated graph metrics and the ability to import and export graphs in various file formats. The software provides integration with major social networks like Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, YouTube, and others, facilitating seamless data collection from these platforms. Furthermore, it allows for the automation of network graph creation and collection processes. For those who utilize Excel® on Windows, NodeXL Basic is available for immediate download, while NodeXL Pro offers further enhancements for a more robust experience. This makes NodeXL an invaluable tool for anyone interested in analyzing and visualizing complex network relationships.