Desktop app for Mac, Windows & Linux

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Query, browse, and manage your MongoDB databases visually. A powerful GUI alternative to Compass. Connect to MongoDB on localhost, self-hosted, or cloud (MongoDB Atlas).

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Your Data Stays Yours

1bench runs entirely on your machine. Nothing is ever sent to us.

100% Local

Your credentials and data never leave your machine. No cloud sync, no account required.

Zero Telemetry

No usage tracking, no query logging, no analytics. What you do in 1bench stays in 1bench.

Direct Connection

1bench connects straight to your database. No proxy servers, no middleware in between.

10x Your MongoDB Productivity

Stop switching between CLI and code. Manage everything visually.

Visual Query Builder

Build find, aggregate, and update queries visually. No more guessing syntax.

Aggregation Pipeline

Design multi-stage pipelines with drag-and-drop. Preview results at each stage.

Browse Documents

View and edit documents with syntax highlighting. Expand nested objects inline.

Create Collection

Define collections with validation rules, capped settings, and indexes.

Drop Collection

Remove collections safely with confirmation prompts.

Truncate Collection

Clear all documents while keeping indexes and validation intact.

Index Management

Create, view, and drop indexes. Analyze query performance with explain plans.

Schema Visualization

Infer and visualize document schemas across your collection.

Import Data

Import from JSON, CSV, or BSON files. Map fields during import.

Export Data

Export collections to JSON or CSV for backup or migration.

Replica Sets

Connect to replica sets. View member status and lag.

Atlas & Self-Hosted

Connect to MongoDB Atlas, Docker containers, or local instances.

Production Safe

Read-only mode and confirmation dialogs protect your data.

Multiple Tabs

Work across databases and connections in parallel.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Navigate and execute commands without the mouse.

Dark Mode

Easy on the eyes during late-night debugging sessions.

Query History

Access and re-run your previous queries instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a MongoDB GUI?
A MongoDB GUI — sometimes called a MongoDB viewer or IDE — is a visual desktop client that lets you browse collections, edit JSON documents, build queries, and run aggregation pipelines without the mongo shell. 1bench is a modern MongoDB GUI for Mac, Windows, and Linux.
Does MongoDB have a GUI?
MongoDB itself ships with a command-line shell (mongosh) — no built-in graphical interface. For a visual experience, you install a third-party MongoDB GUI like 1bench — a desktop app that lets you explore collections, edit documents inline, and run queries from one interface.
What is the best MongoDB GUI for Mac, Windows, or Linux?
A good MongoDB GUI should run natively on your OS, support replica sets, sharded clusters, and TLS, and let you browse collections, edit documents, and build aggregation pipelines visually. 1bench delivers all of this with a single download for Mac, Windows, and Linux.
Can I use a MongoDB GUI with MongoDB-compatible databases?
Yes. Any database that speaks the MongoDB wire protocol — compatible engines, drop-in replacements, and managed MongoDB services — works with a standard MongoDB GUI. 1bench connects using the same connection string, so you don't need a separate client per flavor.
What is the difference between a MongoDB client and server?
The MongoDB server is the database process that stores documents and executes queries; the client is the tool you use to connect and send operations to it. A GUI client like 1bench is one kind of client — it talks to a local or remote MongoDB server over TCP (port 27017 by default).

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