Raw Query
Sql Queries
Query databases using natural conversation.
Like Velvet, Raw Query is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
We've curated 49 of the best alternatives to Velvet, ranked by feature overlap, topic similarity, user ratings, and popularity. Raw Query, AI Query, and Findly lead the list as the closest matches.
Updated May 18, 2026
The list includes 1 free alternative, 31 freemium, 7 paid, and 10 with a free trial, so whether you're looking for a no-cost replacement or a more capable paid tier, there's an option to compare. Velvet itself is freemium, which makes freemium alternatives the most natural starting point.
Many of these tools cluster around use cases like Data Analysis, Database Management, Sql, and Natural Language Processing — the same problem spaces Velvet addresses. Cross-referencing tools that overlap on multiple topics gives a more reliable signal than category alone, because two products in the same category can still serve very different workflows.
Our ranking weighs eight signals: shared category, topic overlap, feature overlap, name and description text similarity (via PostgreSQL's pg_trgm and tsvector), Bayesian-smoothed user ratings, pricing-model match, popularity, and editorial overrides. Scores are then normalized within each tool's own candidate pool so the top match always represents the strongest available alternative.
Use the table of contents below to jump to free or paid alternatives, or scroll down to compare each option side-by-side with Velvet.
Ranked by compatibility score
Sql Queries
Query databases using natural conversation.
Like Velvet, Raw Query is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Generate error-free SQL queries from English prompts.
Like Velvet, AI Query is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
1 free and 31 freemium options.
7 paid options.
25 additional candidates
Like Velvet, SQLAI is in the Sql Queries category. SQLAI is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Like Velvet, SQL Builder is in the Sql Queries category. SQL Builder is paid, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Raw Query ranks as the highest-scoring alternative to Velvet, based on shared category, topic overlap, feature similarity, and user ratings. Ratings are still being collected for this tool.
Yes — 1 fully free and 31 freemium alternatives are available, including Raw Query, AI Query, and Findly.
Raw Query is similarly priced (freemium) and sits in the same category (Sql Queries). View its detail page to compare features, integrations, and reviews side-by-side.
Top Sql Queries alternatives include Raw Query, AI Query, Findly, and EZQL. These tools share the same primary category and have meaningful topic overlap with Velvet.
Neither Velvet nor Raw Query has user ratings yet — be the first to review either tool to help future visitors compare them.
Sql Queries
Query data in plain English, no coding required.
Like Velvet, Findly is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
The interface for your database.
Like Velvet, EZQL is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Supercharge your data productivity
Like Velvet, Datascale is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Build AI-powered dashboards without SQL.
Like Velvet, ChatDB is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Explain SQL queries in plain English
Like Velvet, EverSQL is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Turn plain language into SQL queries and database actions.
Like Velvet, ormGPT is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Streamline SQL queries with a cutting-edge editor.
Like Velvet, Kvery is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
AI SQL Generator: Chat with your database
Like Velvet, Sequel is in the Sql Queries category. Both are freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Build SQL queries instantly with AI
Like Velvet, SQLAI.ai is in the Sql Queries category. SQLAI.ai is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Turn English into SQL queries using AI
Like Velvet, SQL Genius - SQL AI Generator is in the Sql Queries category. SQL Genius - SQL AI Generator is paid, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Write SQL queries in seconds, not hours
Like Velvet, Pandalyst is in the Sql Queries category. Pandalyst is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Build SQL Queries 50x Faster with AI.
Like Velvet, OWOX is in the Sql Queries category. OWOX is free, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Build SQL queries effortlessly with AI assistance.
Like Velvet, AI2SQL is in the Sql Queries category. AI2SQL is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Generate SQL queries from natural language with AI
Like Velvet, Text2SQL.ai is in the Sql Queries category. Text2SQL.ai is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Generate complex database queries in a snap
Like Velvet, dbsensei is in the Sql Queries category. dbsensei is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Unify data across tools for unique business insights.
Like Velvet, Weld is in the Sql Queries category. Weld is paid, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
AI-powered SQL query generator for effortless database queries.
Like Velvet, BlazeSQL is in the Sql Queries category. BlazeSQL is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
AI-powered BI tool for instant data insights.
Like Velvet, Avanty is in the Sql Queries category. Avanty is paid, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Chat with your database using AI
Like Velvet, InsightBase is in the Sql Queries category. InsightBase is paid, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Build data apps in minutes.
Like Velvet, SQLbuddy is in the Sql Queries category. SQLbuddy is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
AI data copilot for instant business insights
Like Velvet, GlazeGPT is in the Sql Queries category. GlazeGPT is paid, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
Sql Queries
Chat with SQL databases
Like Velvet, AskYourDatabase is in the Sql Queries category. AskYourDatabase is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
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7 paid alternatives to Velvet on /tools/velvet/alternatives.
Like Velvet, SQLPilot is in the Sql Queries category. SQLPilot is free-trial, while Velvet is freemium. Worth comparing on the detail page.
