Description:
App wrapper for Postgres
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 2.9.4,14-15-16-17-18@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Databases
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Tags:
postgresql
database
developer-tools
macos
gui
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Install:
brew install --cask postgres-unofficial
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About:
Postgres.app is a standalone macOS application that provides a simple, native interface for managing and running multiple PostgreSQL database versions. It allows developers to easily install, start, stop, and switch between different database servers without complex command-line configurations. The tool is ideal for local development, offering seamless integration with macOS and simplifying database administration tasks.
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Key Features:
- Graphical user interface for managing PostgreSQL servers
- Support for multiple PostgreSQL versions simultaneously
- Easy installation and updates of database binaries
- Integration with system PATH for command-line access
- Built-in tools for monitoring server status
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Use Cases:
- Local development and testing of applications that require PostgreSQL
- Managing multiple PostgreSQL versions for different projects
- Learning and experimenting with SQL and database management
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Alternatives:
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Homebrew
– Homebrew installs PostgreSQL as a system service, offering more control via CLI but lacking a native GUI for management.
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Docker
– Docker provides isolated database containers, which are more resource-intensive and complex for simple local development setups.
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| Feb 26, 2026 4:32pm |
2.9.4,14-15-16-17-18 |
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| Feb 12, 2026 4:34pm |
2.9.3,14-15-16-17-18 |
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| Sep 15, 2025 12:47pm |
2.8.5,13-14-15-16-17 |
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ac35339b |
| Aug 14, 2025 7:54pm |
2.8.5,13-14-15-16-17 |
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| Jan 16, 2024 11:16am |
2.7,11-12-13-14-15-16 |
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| Sep 14, 2023 4:23pm |
2.6.7,11-12-13-14-15-16 |
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| Aug 31, 2023 1:00pm |
2.6.6,11-12-13-14-15-16 |
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2a4e8ee8 |
| Apr 9, 2023 11:50pm |
2.6.1,11-12-13-14-15 |
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ac073c8d |
| Feb 12, 2023 3:01pm |
2.6,11-12-13-14-15 |
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