The 6 best Retool alternatives to create internal tools without code
Thierry Maout • Published on Oct 20, 2022 • 14 min read

Most-acclaimed feature | Best for | Pricing | |
---|---|---|---|
Retool | Ability to connect with other tools using APIs | Developers and technical teams | $$ |
Softr | Intuitive, lego-style drag-and-drop builder | Technical and non-technical SMBs | $ |
JetAdmin | Ability to connect to many data sources | Cross-functional teams | $ |
DronaHQ | Advanced mobile responsiveness capabilities | Building responsive web apps | $$ |
Mendix | Enterprise-grade features and use cases | Enterprises and larger companies | $$$ |
Internal.io | Ultra-focused on internal tools | Very specific internal tools use cases | $ |
UI Bakery | Sets of UI elements including templates, libraries and widgets | UI-focused teams | $$ |






Frequently asked questions about Retool
It all depends on what you’re looking to achieve, the nature of your team and the sort of internal tool you are developing. Whether you’re a developer that wants to use a no-code platform to bypass the heavy-lifting of hard-coding your internal tools yourself, or a solopreneur with no technical skills that doesn't want to hire a developer just yet, there’s a solution out there for you. Using the list above, you’ll be able to pick the best solution for your needs. We recommend you give Softr a try.
The easiest way to get started is to start building internal tools using Softr. Using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, you’ll be able to turn your Airtable and Google Sheets data into web apps easily, without technical knowledge.
Head to Softr’s internal tools page to find a range of internal tools templates: sales CRM portal, employee directory, editorial calendar, event planner, etc. If you want more, head to our dedicated template page to find templates ranging from Client Portals to Internal Tools, Marketplaces, Online Communities, Resource Directories, Websites, or Dashboards.