LakeDB is a fast, focused desktop client for MySQL and MariaDB on macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Publisher’s description
What is LakeDB?
LakeDB by David Lago is proprietary Windows software in the databases category. It is written in PowerShell.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (DavLagoHern/LakeDB) has 17 stars. Similar programs include MariaDB, HeidiSQL and SQLite.
Project description on GitHub: “Local-first, multi-database desktop client. Currently supports MySQL, MariaDB and SQLite.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
In short: LakeDB is a database tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is LakeDB safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
42DDF0D987C00A0545E6D594AFFE7D1CE6308C7750D8D8F1CBEF4DEA156D776F· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0-beta.5.0Latest | September 1, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id DavidLago.LakeDB -eLakeDB-1.0.0-beta.5.0-win-x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- David Lago
- Category
- Databases
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com/DavLagoHern/LakeDB
- Written in
- PowerShell
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.0.0-beta.5.0
- Released
- September 1, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 1, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- GitHub stars
- 17
- GitHub forks
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- DavidLago.LakeDB
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is LakeDB free?
LakeDB is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is LakeDB safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install LakeDB with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can LakeDB be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does LakeDB run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to LakeDB?
MariaDB, HeidiSQL, SQLite, Beekeeper Studio and Dolt. The alternatives page compares them.
