When comparing DbDesigner vs ERBuilder, the Slant community recommends DbDesigner for most people. In the question“What are the best database design programs?” DbDesigner is ranked 6th while ERBuilder is ranked 8th. The most important reason people chose DbDesigner is:
Supports MySQL, PostgreSQL and Oracle reverse engineering. Support for MS SQL and SQLite is planned.
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Pros
Pro Reverse and forward engineering
Supports MySQL, PostgreSQL and Oracle reverse engineering.
Support for MS SQL and SQLite is planned.
Pro Templates
Has lots of templates with example database designs.
Pro Generic design
Can create a "generic" design for all supported databases.
Pro Ease of use
Pro Affordable
Very affordable compared to pricey alternatives.
Pro Supports many databases
Pro ER Builder is easy to use and a complete modeling tool
Very interesting tool, powerful and easy to use. Can do reverse and forward engineering, generate SQL script, and more.
Pro Lightweight
Small install size.
Pro Supports Amazon Redshift data modeling
Cons
Con Beta
Seems to be in beta status.