求免费方案：让用户无需SQL Studio通过网格编辑SQL数据库表

Great question—since you're stuck with an older SQL Server version, want to avoid the hassle of SSIS, and need a free alternative to MS Access for grid-based table editing, here are my top recommendations:

• DBeaver (Open Source, Cross-Platform)
  This is my go-to for free database management. It supports all older SQL Server versions, and setting up a connection takes just a few clicks (enter your server address, choose authentication type, pick your database). Once connected, find your table, right-click it, and select Edit Data—you’ll get a fully functional grid where you can add, delete, or modify rows just like in Access. No code needed, and it saves your connection settings for future use.

• HeidiSQL (Lightweight, Windows-Focused)
  If you prefer a smaller, faster tool, HeidiSQL is perfect. It’s 100% free, and its data grid is super intuitive. After connecting to your SQL Server, select the table you want to edit, switch to the Data tab, and start editing cells directly—changes save when you move to another row or hit enter. It’s great for non-technical users who just need a simple way to tweak table data.

• Apache OpenOffice Base (Access-like Free Alternative)
  If you’re used to MS Access’s workflow, OpenOffice Base will feel familiar. You can connect it directly to your SQL Server as an external data source, then either open the table’s grid view directly or build a simple form around it for more structured editing. It’s part of the free OpenOffice suite, so no extra costs, and it handles SQL Server connections smoothly even for older versions.

• Visual Studio Code + SQL Server Extension (Free, Flexible)
  For users who don’t mind a tiny bit of setup, VS Code with the official SQL Server extension works well. Install the extension, connect to your database via the built-in connection wizard, then right-click your table and choose View Data. The grid lets you edit values, and you can save changes with a single click. It’s a bit more technical than the others, but it’s free and integrates nicely if you already use VS Code for other tasks.

All these tools let you edit table data without writing SQL or dealing with SSIS, and none require paid licenses. Just make sure the user accounts you use have the appropriate write permissions on your SQL Server tables!

内容的提问来源于stack exchange，提问作者Marek Gwozdz