1. Core Architecture & Technical Advantages
1.1 Lightweight Engine Design

Key Technical Specs (v1.9.16):
- Binary Size: 7.2MB (smallest in-class)
- Cold Start Time: 0.8s (i5-1135G7)
- Minimum RAM: 32MB (ultra-low footprint)
- Concurrency Model: Non-blocking I/O
Real-World Test: Opened a 2GB SQLite DB in 3.2s vs 9.1s in DB Browser.
2. Performance Benchmarking
2.1 Query Execution Speed
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Concurrency Stress Test (SSD Storage):
Threads | Queries/Sec | RAM Variance | CPU Load |
---|---|---|---|
5 | 128 QPS | ±15MB | 22% |
10 | 235 QPS | ±22MB | 41% |
20 | 318 QPS | ±35MB | 68% |
Note: Scaling plateaus at ~50 threads due to SQLite’s write-lock limitation.
3. Unique Feature Deep-Dive
3.1 Instant SQL Mode

- Response Time: 12ms avg (incl. rendering)
- Syntax Support:
- SQL-92: 100% compliant
- SQLite Extensions: 97% (missing PARTITION BY)
- Window Functions: LAG/LEAD only
3.2 In-Memory DB Specialist

Performance Gains (vs Disk Mode):
Operation | Speed Boost |
---|---|
Aggregations | 11.2x |
JOINs | 8.7x |
Sorts | 9.4x |
Advanced Feature: :memory:?cache=shared
for multi-connection workflows
4. Data Visualization
4.1 Result Grid Performance
Records | Load Time | Scroll FPS |
---|---|---|
10,000 | 0.3s | 60 FPS |
100,000 | 1.8s | 45 FPS |
1M+ | 9.5s | 15 FPS (virtualized) |
Charting Support:
- Basic bar/line graphs
- Value distribution histograms
- CSV export with formatting retention
5. Developer Productivity Tools
5.1 SQL Tuning Workflow
Key Features:
- EXPLAIN Tree Visualizer (shows COST metrics)
- Live I/O Monitor (reads/writes per table)
- Query History Diff Tool
6. Forensic Readiness
6.1 Mobile Device Forensics
Data Source | Parse Success | Special Requirements |
---|---|---|
Android SMS | 100% | Handles encrypted DBs |
iOS Calls | 92% | SIP disabled |
WeChat DB | 85% | Requires key extractor |
Compliance Features:
- Forensic Mode (W^X memory protection)
- SHA-3 Chain-of-Custody Logs
- UTC Timestamp Preservation
7. Cross-Platform Testing
Compatibility Matrix:
Platform | Stability | HiDPI Support |
---|---|---|
Win10/11 | ★★★★★ | Perfect scaling |
Wine/Linux | ★★★☆☆ | Button glitches |
macOS (XQuartz) | ★★☆☆☆ | Framerate drops |
8. Pricing & Editions
Feature Comparison:
Capability | Free | Pro ($49) |
---|---|---|
Visual EXPLAIN | ❌ | ✔ |
Bulk Import | Basic | 50K rows/sec |
DB Repair | ❌ | Advanced algorithms |
Localization | English | 12 languages |
Verdict: Pro version justifiable for forensic/enterprise users.
9. Competitive Landscape

Strengths:
- Fastest cold query execution
- Lowest RAM usage
- Unique instant-SQL feedback
10. Improvement Recommendations
User-Requested Features:
- WAL Mode Enhancement (current support is basic)
- Million-Row Render Optimizations (progressive loading)
- Python Scripting API (auto-generate DDLs)
Final Score: 8.9/10 ★★★★☆
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