Installing PostgreSQL and disabling the service is a smart workaround to access **pgbench** without running the database server constantly. If you need any tips for running **pgbench** or creating benchmarks,
It would be helpful if EDB split the Windows installer into Client and Server. Not only would the installer file be smaller, but there would be no worry about forgetting to stop the postgresql service.
Getting it in the MS Store might be possible, too. PG Client next to the Putty client... 😀
It seems that **pgbench** is typically included as part of the PostgreSQL server installation. If you're looking for a standalone installer for Windows, it doesn't appear to be readily available. However, you can still use **pgbench** on Windows by installing the PostgreSQL server, as it comes bundled with it