mysqlworkbench
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Description:
Visual tool to design, develop and administer MySQL servers
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 8.0.23@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 23, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @mysql  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: mysql database sql development administration modeling
Install: brew install --cask mysqlworkbench
About:
MySQL Workbench is a unified visual tool for database architects, developers, and DBAs. It provides data modeling, SQL development, and comprehensive administration tools for server configuration, user management, and performance monitoring. The tool facilitates seamless migration from legacy database systems and supports both MySQL and MariaDB environments.
Key Features:
  • Visual database design and ER modeling
  • SQL development with syntax highlighting and query execution
  • Server administration and performance monitoring
  • Data migration wizard from legacy databases
  • Database reverse engineering and forward engineering
Use Cases:
  • Designing and modeling database schemas visually
  • Developing and optimizing SQL queries for MySQL/MariaDB
  • Administering MySQL server instances and user permissions
  • Migrating databases from other systems to MySQL
Alternatives:
  • DBeaver – Cross-platform universal database tool with broader DBMS support
  • Sequel Pro – macOS-specific MySQL manager, lighter weight but Mac-only
  • TablePlus – Modern GUI with multi-database support and better UI design
Version History
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Jan 21, 2026 7:39pm 8.0.23 0 VERSION_BUMP 69b45538
Dec 23, 2025 1:19am 8.0.45 0 VERSION_BUMP 9e7f7cae
Sep 15, 2025 12:27pm 8.0.23 0 VERSION_BUMP 48573b26
Aug 5, 2025 2:21pm 8.0.18 0 VERSION_BUMP b2d03799
Jul 1, 2024 10:18am 8.0.18 0 VERSION_BUMP 5c01e640