A fast, native MySQL client for macOS
A MySQL workbench without the workbench: connect, browse, query, and diff schemas in a native window that opens before MySQL Workbench finishes splashing.
What you get
- MySQL 5.7 and 8.x, plus MariaDB compatibility
- GPU result grid — large table scans stay at 60 fps
- SSH tunneling built in; credentials stay in the OS keychain
- Schema diff and DDL generation between environments
- Schema-aware completion for databases, tables, and columns
Why macOS specifically
Apple-silicon native. Renders through Metal — the same path Zed uses — with proper macOS conventions: native menu bar, ⌘-shortcuts, Keychain-stored credentials.
Most native Mac database clients stop at the Mac. Zolt's macOS build is the same Rust + GPUI codebase that ships on Windows and Linux — switch machines, keep your muscle memory.
Comparing options? See how Zolt stacks up against DBeaver, TablePlus, DataGrip, and Beekeeper Studio.
Common questions
Is Zolt a native MySQL client on macOS?
Yes. Zolt is written end-to-end in Rust on GPUI and renders through Metal on macOS — no Electron, no WebView. Credentials are stored in macOS Keychain.
Does Zolt work with MariaDB?
Yes — Zolt's MySQL engine speaks the MySQL wire protocol, which covers MariaDB and compatible managed services like PlanetScale and RDS MySQL.
When can I download Zolt for macOS?
Download the current macOS build from zoltdb.com/download. Versioned builds are published from GitHub Releases so you can choose the newest build or an older one inside your update window.
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