Softr vs. miniExtensions
Need more than Airtable extensions? Try Softr, the fastest way to build full-stack business apps to power your operations.
The #1 miniExtensions alternative for Airtable apps
Build scalable, full-stack apps on your Airtable data—with predictable pricing and full control as you grow.
A full app builder, not a collection of extensions.
MiniExtensions adds simple utilities inside Airtable. Softr lets you build full business apps with custom design, logic, and workflows on top of your Airtable data (or 15+ other data sources like Notion or SQL).
Designed for portals and internal tools.
MiniExtensions is optimized for narrow Airtable tasks, but Softr is built for client portals, dashboards, CRMs, and internal tools with built-in authentication, granular permissions, and user management pages.
Predictable scaling without per-extension costs
MiniExtensions pricing adds up as you layer multiple extensions on top of Airtable, and portal functionality is limited to higher tiers. Softr offers a free plan and predictable pricing as your apps and users expand.
Why businesses are choosing Softr over miniExtensions
Full apps instead of extension sprawl
MiniExtensions enhances Airtable with individual utilities like forms or record updates. Softr replaces that patchwork by letting you build complete apps with navigation, logic, and permissions in a single platform.
Permissions and user management built in
MiniExtensions has no concept of authentication or user roles. Softr includes login and signup pages, authentication, and granular permissions that ensure users can see and edit only data that's meant for them.
Complete data flexibility
MiniExtensions rely entirely on Airtable’s structure. Softr includes native relational databases, and connects natively to Airtable, HubSpot, Google Sheets, Notion, SQL, Supabase, and more so your apps stay in sync with the tools your business already uses.
Advanced forms and workflows
MiniExtensions offers strong single-purpose tools, but no orchestration layer. Softr combines conditional, multi-step forms with built-in workflows to handle approvals and data updates across your app.
Great for internal and external users
MiniExtensions is best for enhancing internal Airtable workflows. Softr is built for both internal and external-facing portals—like client, partner, and vendor portals—where UX, access control, and polish matter.
Vibe coding for custom tools and UI
Vibe coding in Softr lets you generate custom tools and UIs from a prompt—inside a real app. Vibe-coded blocks connect to live data, support CRUD actions, follow data permissions, and include version history.
Go from zero to app, incredibly fast
Connect to your data in seconds
Integrate with your spreadsheets and databases, including Airtable, SQL, Hubspot, Google Sheets, Supabase, BigQuery, and more—in just a few clicks. Your data is always secure and in sync.
Customize layout and logic
Drag and drop customizable building blocks with various views and functionalities. Granular permissions allow you to control what data each user can access, and which actions they can take.
Publish and launch
Ship applications that your team will love in minutes or hours, instead of days or weeks. Deploy on both desktop and mobile.
