Mssql For Mac [better] -

Include -v mssql_data:/var/opt/mssql in your docker run command to ensure your data survives updates and restarts.

A universal database tool that supports MSSQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and others. mssql for mac

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – Excellent for development, but with caveats for production. mssql for mac

(Once connected, you can type SQL queries directly. Type GO to execute a query.) mssql for mac

Since there is no "sqlserver.exe" for macOS, the standard way to run the engine is through Docker. Microsoft provides official Linux-based Docker images that run seamlessly on both Intel and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) chips.

Here is a helpful guide covering the best tools, installation methods, and management interfaces for MSSQL on Mac.