15 Airtable Alternatives to Act as Your All-In-One Workspace

Anush Bichakhchyan • Updated on May 12, 2022 • 17 min read

Airtable has been around for decades and has an ever-growing user base. Since it’s basically an industry giant, you’ve got to dig pretty deep to find good alternatives.

So, where to start? If you’re itching to find an Airtable alternative fast, you need to know what use cases and platform pros are non-negotiable for you. What are the cons that you don’t really care about? How important is a free plan?

Then again, what if you actually really like Airtable but there are just one or two gaps in what it can do for you? Is there a way to empower Airtable and fill in those gaps?

In this article, we’ll review 15 of the most prominent Airtable alternatives, check out their pros and cons, and compare their pricing plans, to help you make your decision easier. We’ll also show you how to upgrade your Airtable experience and get more out of it. Let’s jump in.

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1. Baserow

The open-source tool is relatively new in the market. However, it’s positioned as an alternative to Airtable even though it is still in an early phase and continues getting new features.

The greatest advantage of Baserow is that it can be installed on your own server with custom plugins.

The tool interface looks very much like Airtable with the same flexibility. Even with lots of rows, the tool is very fast. The no-code platform can be installed and configured without having technical skills.

	Baserow	Airtable
Features	Headless and API first User-friendly interface Real-time communication Built with Django and Nuxt.js Custom and third-party plugins	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Open-source Hosted free SaaS version Supports plugins User-friendly interface Unlimited rows when self-hosted Can be installed on its own server	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Used only with a browser Does not support mobile devices Thin documentation	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Hosted SaaS version: Free Self-hosted open-source: Free Early premium: $4 per user/month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Companies and developers	Large organizations and companies

2. Notion

Notion is an all-in-one space where you can write, think, and plan as well as manage projects and organize workflows. From all the features available on Notion, this database is the closest alternative to Airtable. So, let’s look at it more closely.

A database is a series of spreadsheets with columns and rows that can manage large amounts of data. There are five types of databases in Notion to work with:

List: A simplified page view with notes and bookmarks.
Gallery: The information is structured as a grid of cards with images and content. This type is a great option for creating mood boards, photo galleries, and databases of books.
Table: A more practical way to store information. Structured as Excel files, Table view helps to put together pretty much anything.
Board: Based on the Kanban method, a Japanese scheduling system, the Board view keeps updated on the progress of tasks. It can be used for blog editorial calendars or to plan and execute projects.
Calendar: The Calendar view is an organized way to plan trips, long and short-term projects, manage editorial calendars, etc.

While Notion offers many free templates to get users started, setting up the platform can still be rather time-consuming. In this case, Airtable templates might flatten the learning curve for some users.

	Notion	Airtable
Features	Multiple views Sorting and filtering Interactive elements Third-party integrations	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Attractive interface Lots of free templates User-friendly documentation Applications for different platforms Flexible with a text editor approach Can be shared publicly	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Not suitable for big data Limited database capabilities SaaS only	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Personal: Free Personal Pro: $4 per month Team: $8 per month Enterprise: depends on the requirements	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Individuals, small, medium, and large enterprises	Large organizations and companies

3. Coda

Coda is a document that brings words, data, and teams together. The new alternative for Airtable offers a set of building blocks that can be combined to create a powerful application.

Coda can become even more productive with multiple plugin integrations, workflow automations, and data synchronization across the platforms.

The document management tool helps to create, edit, and view documents and spreadsheets as well as optimize processes related to product launches, project management, and much more. Coda has customizable templates to create personalized documents, to-do lists, surveys, polls, etc.

However, when it comes to building internal tools, Coda isn’t able to serve as a backend to the tool, in the way that Airtable can when used with Softr. In this sense, Coda is more like a Google Doc that can turn into a Sheet.

	Coda	Airtable
Features	Drag-and-drop features Document sharing Private folders Role-based access Custom workflows Third-party integrations Real-time collaboration Revision history	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Simple and clean interface Different components such as calendar, table, chart, and more App for Android and iOS RESTful API for editing Unlimited folders	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	No plugins SaaS only	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Starter: Free Personal: $4 per month Pro: $10-$12 per month Team: $30 per month Enterprise: depends on the company’s specific needs	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Mid-sized companies, computer software industry	Large organizations and companies

4. Stackby

Stackby is another alternative to Airtable that is simple as a spreadsheet and functional as a database. This simple tool built for non-technical teams lets the users customize the tool and integrate APIs.

The platform has different views for managing content, reports, task lists, campaigns, visualizing data, and much more. The user-friendly spreadsheet-like interface automates the workflow in six layouts:

Table
Kanban
Update Form
Calendar
Gallery
Form.

With Stackby, the teams can build a custom database from scratch, import data from other sources, use over 150 templates to configure the workspace, and much more.

	Stackby	Airtable
Features	Building database from scratch, spreadsheets, or templates Unique column types like Formulas, Aggregation, Attachments, Link, Lookup and Dropdowns Column connection to third party APIs Data visualization with multiple layouts – Table, Kanban, Calendar, Gallery, Custom Forms, and Internal updatable forms Collaboration with team members within checklists, reminders, chat, and Slack notifications Connection to other apps and services like Zapier via API	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Customized filters Application for desktop and mobile Knowledge base Content management Contact management Free plan	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	No version history Not open-source	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Free plan Personal: $5 per user/month Economy plan: $9 per user/month Business plan: $18 per user/month Enterprise plan: custom	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	SMBs, agencies, large organizations	Large organizations and companies

5. Nifty

The remote collaboration hub is a great tool to empower the team’s daily workflow, meet due dates, and make communication more organized.

With third-party integrations, Nifty becomes even more productive and flexible for communication activities and note-taking. Combining all the essential project management features, Nifty ensures organizational goals remain on schedule and keeps the team inspired.

Putting communication forward, Nifty has an individual discussion thread for each project that makes project-specific communication possible.

	Nifty	Airtable
Features	Discussion boards to collaborate with team members Task management with to-do lists Visual roadmap of project milestones File upload Collaboration tools Reporting, analytics Built-in live chat	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Mobile and web apps Time tracking Milestone tracking File storage Cloud, SaaS, Web-based Document sharing Intuitive design	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	No in-app navigation for onboarding High price	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Starter: 39$ per month Pro: $79 per month Business: $124 month Unlimited: $399 month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Teams of all sizes	Large organizations and companies

6. Quip

Quip is another Airtable alternative with a bunch of features to surprise. Combining spreadsheets, documents, and chats into one collaborative platform, Quip keeps the workflow organized and helps team members track important data.

Presented in a beautiful, user-friendly interface, Quip offers an in-app chat function, spreadsheet editing, to-do lists, shared folders, file upload/download, and much more. This collaborative tool helps easily create and edit documents, integrate them into teamwork, and track productivity.

As Salesforce’s productivity platform, Quip is built to transform the traditional workflow of enterprises into modern and secure collaboration across any device.

	Quip	Airtable
Features	Document management Chat within documents Slides for presentations History of previous versions Team member mentions Salesforce integration to close deals Customized permissions for documents Import/export Excel documents into spreadsheets	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	In-app messaging Desktop and mobile apps Document sharing Data protection Version history Offline mode Collaborative editing Free trial	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Limited options within files Latency issues	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Starter: $10 per user per month Plus: $25 per user per month Salesforce Anywhere Advanced: $100 per user a month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Enterprises	Large organizations and companies

7. Trello

As a project management tool, Trello could become a true leader. The platform already has 50 million users, and it continues to gain popularity. The Kanban board view is a practical solution to create tasks and track the project’s progress.

With Butler’s custom service, it is possible to set up rules, commands, and automation on Trello boards to cut down repetitive processes. Butler is configured without advanced coding skills.

	Trello	Airtable
Features	Calendar view Integration with other services Pre-filled automation commands Task progress tracking Time and expense tracking Gantt/timeline view Content management Data import/export	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Desktop and mobile apps Voting system Chrome extension SSL security	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	No reporting features No version control Does not support Agile	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Free Standard: $5-$6 per user a month Premium: $10-$12,50 per user a month Enterprise: $17,50 per user a month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Individuals to small teams	Large organizations and companies

8. Smartsheet

Smartsheet project management software is yet another Airtable alternative giving the team real-time updates of task progress. The cloud-based collaborative tool can be configured in different views: Gantt, Kanban, Calendar, etc.

Trusted by over 80.000 enterprises, the SaaS software is a valuable tool for project management, file-sharing, and collaboration functions. With Smartsheet, users can generate reports that synchronize data from different sources in one place. For increased productivity, the software offers a range of integrations.

	Smartsheet	Airtable
Features	Multiple views Project dashboards to track progress Automation of repetitive tasks Spreadsheet attachment	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Softr integration will soon be available Compelling user interface File sharing, group management, and other team collaboration features Mobile app for two platforms Advanced security features: Google SSO and two-factor authentication	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Complicated project reporting No real-time communication No free version Lack of time tracking capabilities	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Pro: $7 per user a month Business: $25 per user a month Enterprise: depends on the requirements	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Teams of all sizes	Large organizations and companies

9. ProofHub

Project management tools should be intuitive, fast, and simple. That is why thousands of enterprises now choose ProofHub, as it's an ideal collaboration tool that combines simplicity and functionality.

The cloud-based software is packed with features to help each team member plan, work, collaborate, and track progress. At the same time, a user-friendly interface and a minimal learning curve help the team integrate into the software without any delay.

	ProofHub	Airtable
Features	Gantt chart, project map, calendar view Collaborative project planning Integrated chat Task management File upload Access management Time tracking Third-party per-user integrations Reporting and dashboards	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Multi-language No per-user fee Ultimate control over teams On-time project delivery	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Lacks budgeting tools Limited integrations with other platforms	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Essential Plan: $45-$50 per month for unlimited users Ultimate Control Plan: $89-$99 per month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Medium-sized enterprises	Large organizations and companies

10. Microsoft Excel Online

MS Excel Online is a simple service for creating and editing tables. It demonstrates excellent interaction with popular browsers as well as allows you to view and edit the content of your documents from any device.

Microsoft Excel online is a free, online version of Excel with all the functions we know and have used. It lets you collaborate with other users in real-time, communicate and exchange comments. The integration with other web apps helps gather data and automate workflows.

	Microsoft Excel Online	Airtable
Features	Synchronization with OneDrive, Yandex Disk, Mail.ru cloud Windows Live storage Import/export spreadsheets A separate visual display window to see add-ons	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Protected by encryption Correct formatting of columns, rows, and cells High-quality visualization to improve the readability of content Advanced tools for iterative formula calculations No installation required Instantly generates a table Supports over 400 hotkey combinations	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Advanced features available only for paid versions	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Office Online: Free Office 365 Personal: $6.99/month Office 365 Home: $9.99/month Office 365 Business: $8.25/month Office 365 Business Premium: $12.50/month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Individuals and teams of all sizes	Large organizations and companies

11. Google Sheets

Google Sheets is designed to meet the needs of organizations and provide them with flexible workflows. Based on Artificial Intelligence technology, Google Sheets gets the accurate data you need to make the right business decisions. Cloud infrastructure allows you to collaborate with team members on any device anywhere.

Thanks to compatibility with third-party systems, including Microsoft Office, Sheets can handle data from a variety of sources. Finally, the information in Google Sheets is protected by advanced Google technologies.

	Google Sheets	Airtable
Features	Offline editing Supports different file formats Integration with other Google products Import/export data Quick data visualization	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Keyboard shortcuts Data analysis Real-time collaboration Simple interface Automatically saved	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Frequent formatting errors Works slowly with big data	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Business Starter: $5.40 per user/month Business Standard: $10.80 per user/month Business Plus: $18 per user/month Enterprise: depends on requirements	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Individuals and teams of all sizes	Large organizations and companies

12. JotForm Tables

JotForm Tables, another Airtable alternative, presents the simplicity of spreadsheets and the customization of databases. The full-featured online form builder is competitive with other popular collaborative software providing tools to gather data in one place and power the business.

With JotForm you can collect responses in an email, create online forms and PDF fillable forms alike. JotForm Approvals feature is a priority function to streamline approvals within the workflow. Any data can be turned into tasks presented in 6 different workspaces.

However, JotForm does have a monthly limit on form views, and upgrading to more accommodating plans can get expensive quickly. In this case, Airtable forms have a higher limit of 1,200 records minimum, starting from the free plan.

	JotForm Tables	Airtable
Features	PDF forms Managing schedule in the calendar Visualizing data with auto-generated report Organizing files in one place	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Plugins Salesforce integration Intuitive form-building Online/offline collaboration Widgets	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Lack of autofill Pricey Not mobile-friendly	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Starter: Free Bronze: $24 per month Silver: $29 per month Gold: $79$ per month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Small businesses the Non-profit Organization Management industry	Large organizations and companies

13. Rows

Rows is another Airtable alternative you shouldn’t miss out on. Rows is a spreadsheet with superpowers that creates an environment perfect for teams to build and share their work in one place.

Rows can help your team work more efficiently by automating your reporting, conducting data enrichment. The tool also allows for building custom dashboards, forms, and automations, all with no-code.

While you can build internal tools with Rows, which you can then publish as web apps, your options are rather limited. For example, custom client portals, marketplaces, and online communities are out of the question.

	Rows	Airtable
Features	Autocomplete formulas Charts Multiple tables Built-in integrations Public Databases Data explorer Public workspaces	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Pre-build apps Powerful automations Familiar interface Simple & intuitive	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Steep learning curve	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Free Plus: $59 per month Pro: $249 per month	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Individuals and teams of all sizes	Large organizations and companies

14. Google Tables

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Airtable rival, Google Tables, is another tool for tracking projects and automating the workflow. Tables are presented as a potential solution for different use cases; IT operations, project management, customer service tracking, recruiting, CRM, and more.

Still an experimental app, Google Tables managed to get the approval of thousands of users. As a database with built-in automation tools, Tables allow you to view and manage data differently.

	Google Tables	Airtable
Features	Turning table into an app Integration with other apps and platforms Integrated with Google Assigning tasks to the existing Google contacts Multiple layouts	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Built-in automation Sharing data with Google Groups Simplicity Seamless Google ecosystem integration	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Still in beta version	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Official pricing is not finalized yet	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Medium-sized and large enterprises	Large organizations and companies

15. NocoDB

NocoDB is an open-source Airtable alternative that turns any database into a visually appealing and flexible spreadsheet. The no-code tool allows the building of unlimited grid, table, and timeline views: providing endless solutions for citizen developers.

Its main mission is to provide the most powerful no-code solution for databases that would turn businesses and individuals into radical tinkering-and-building superhumans.

	NocoDB	Airtable
Features	Access Control Integration with other apps and platforms Headless APIs Rich spreadsheet interface	Custom views Pre-made templates Task management and tracking Supports third-party plugins
Pros	Free Self-hostable Open-source Multiple supported databases	Allows for simple sharing of files and Airtable data Easy to configure Ease of Use Familiar, spreadsheet-like interface
Cons	Still in development	Lack of organized commenting, making collaboration difficult Lack of detailed reporting features Costly pricing model
Pricing	Official pricing is not finalized yet	Free Plus: $12 per seat/month Pro: $24 per seat/month Enterprise: Depends on the requirements
Best for	Teams of all sizes	Large organizations and companies

Is there a one-size-fits-all alternative to Airtable?

Airtable allows you to build expansive databases and use them to power the visualizations, integrations, and processes that create a software solution customized to your needs.

With its familiar spreadsheet-like interface, Airtable enables you to:
Manage inventory data
Create and share relational databases
Integrate seamlessly with your favorite tools
Automate your workflow
Track lists and projects
Create content calendars
Generate ready-to-share visuals
Plan events
Track bugs

At the end of the day, there might not be a perfect solution to all your requirements. But if the pricing, features, and use cases of Airtable match what you’re looking for, there are ways to supercharge it and fill in the gaps you’re experiencing, with no-code tools like Softr.

You can easily empower Airtable by using it as a backend to Softr’s interactive and user friendly frontend. And if you’re looking to build a web app or a website, the Softr-Airtable duo is the best combo out there, and you don’t even need any tech know-how to get started.

Airtable’s designed with just about every type of user in mind, and once you get the hang of it, you’d be amazed at the amount of potential use cases it has compared to its competition.

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Frequently asked questions about Airtable alternatives

What is the difference between Airtable and Google Sheets?

Tools like Google Sheets and Excel function as traditional spreadsheets. However, Airtable also offers an expansive database and can be considered a hybrid.

Why is Airtable better than Excel?

Airtable comes with many various functionalities that users can’t utilize on Excel or other traditional spreadsheets. Airtable is essentially a mix between spreadsheets and a database, so if you’re not looking to do complex calculations or robust reporting, Airtable is the obvious choice.

Does Airtable work on mobile?

Yes, you can view Airtable on Mobile, on both Android and IOS, but the functions are highly limited. On mobile, you can: - View calendars - View forms, rollup, count, and lookup fields - View summary bar - Scan barcodes - View coloring records - View the Recently Opened bases section

What are the pros and cons of Airtable?

Some pros of Airtable include 1. Highly customizable and includes many field types 2. Flexible pricing suitable for different users 3. Allows for easy sharing of files and Airtable data 4. Adaptable to any kind of business On the other hand, some cons of Airtable include: 1. Lack of organized commenting 2. Permissioning is not as customizable 3. Lack of input validation 4. Can’t connect data across bases

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1. Baserow

2. Notion

3. Coda

4. Stackby

5. Nifty

6. Quip

7. Trello

8. Smartsheet

9. ProofHub

10. Microsoft Excel Online

11. Google Sheets

12. JotForm Tables

13. Rows

14. Google Tables

15. NocoDB

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